The new home of the Wichita Wind Surge (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) will be named Riverfront Stadium, at least temporarily until a naming-rights deal is finalized. (more…)
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Wichita Amends Special Tax District Around New Ballpark
Wichita officials have amended a special tax district around a new Wichita Wind Surge (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) ballpark, solidifying a funding source for the facility and potentially other projects. (more…)
Special Tax District to Help Cover Wichita Ballpark Costs
Revenue from a special tax district will help cover Wichita’s debt on a $75-million ballpark for the Wichita Wind Surge (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League), as the city council approved those plans Tuesday. (more…)
New for 2020: Wichita Wind Surge
Branding has been unveiled for the Wichita Wind Surge (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League), as the former New Orleans Baby Cakes establish a new identity with their move to Wichita. (more…)
Wichita Ballpark Bike Valet Being Explored
Fans bicycling to a new Wichita ballpark could be served by an on-site bike valet, an amenity city officials are considering for the upcoming facility. (more…)
Agency Wants Answers on Baby Cakes’ Departure Date
The agency that owns Shrine on Airline wants an exact departure date from the New Orleans Baby Cakes (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League), contending that lingering uncertainty is affecting the search for a new tenant. (more…)
With Baby Cakes Set to Move, Future of New Orleans Baseball Uncertain
As the New Orleans Baby Cakes (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) prepare to relocate, there is uncertainty over the future of professional baseball in the market. (more…)
Topping Out Ceremony Held for Wichita Ballpark
A milestone was celebrated at the Wichita ballpark construction site Wednesday, when a topping out ceremony for the facility took place. (more…)
Future NBC World Series to be Split Between Ballparks
Future installments of the NBC World Series will not be played entirely at a new Wichita ballpark, as event organizers are making plans for a split-venue arrangement. (more…)
Wichita Ballpark Netting Will Extend to Foul Poles
Protective netting will extend to the foul poles at the upcoming Wichita ballpark, set to open in 2020 for the relocating New Orleans Baby Cakes (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League). (more…)
Wichita Ballpark Parking Plan Updated
With the biggest objection to a new Wichita Triple-A ballpark being parking availability, city officials are working to create enough spots in the area — and those plans are changing once again. (more…)
Wichita Ballpark Parking Garage Pitched
As planing for a new Wichita ballpark continues, city officials are considering a proposal for a nearby 543-space parking garage and bus station. (more…)
Wichita Ballpark Village Plan Released
Wichita’s Ballpark Village Master Plan was released this week, showing some possibilities for how the area surrounding an upcoming ballpark could be reshaped. (more…)