$10 kids cuts from JCPenney Salon for back-to-school
JCPenney Salon is offering its back-to-school kids haircut coupon again this year. The Kids Cuts are just $10 with a designer or senior designer at JCPenney or The Salon by InStyle while appointments last when you present the coupon. The offer is valid for kids in grades K-6. The coupon is good until September 15 […]
The BIG list of military discounts in Wichita KS
When I’m paying for a purchase, you’ll likely hear me ask, “Do you offer a military discount?” My husband, a 20-year Air Force veteran, taught me that line. Judging from the input when I asked a Facebook group of military spouses for their favorite places that offer military discounts, I’m not the only person with […]
Dillons will accept SNAP benefits for grocery pickup
Customers who buy groceries with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits will soon be able to use Dillons’ curbside pickup service. The low-contact pickup service allows customers to shop online via website or mobile app and then pick up the grocery order when it’s ready. Previously, a SNAP/EBT payment method wasn’t supported, but that option should […]
Wichita Library cards available by phone
If you don’t already have a Wichita Public Library card and would like one so you can take advantage of numerous library resources available online, the WPL is making it easy for you to get one. The Library announced on Saturday that it is now issuing e-cards over the phone. With a Wichita Public Library […]
USD259 offer free breakfasts, lunches for children
The Wichita Public School system will provide free grab-and-go meals for children ages 0-18 regardless of their school district. No signup, eligibility, or registration is required; however, children much be present to receive the meal. USD259’s program began on Wednesday, March 25. (See below for a list of locations and links for more information.) USD259 […]
Free lunch for kids when school is out
This program was available during spring break and is usually available during the last weeks of summer. For continuing free meals throughout summer, read our article about Free meals for kids during the summer. Filling the Gap Lunches for Kids is a program of Partners for Wichita that provides free lunches for kids ages 18 […]
Free storage for displaced college students at U-Haul
U-Haul is offering 30 days of free self-storage at U-Haul-owned and -operated facilities to help college students impacted by unforeseen schedule changes at their universities. The free storage offer was announced by the company in a press release. The offer is in response to “A growing number of schools are evacuating campuses in favor of […]
Air Capital Commitment Discounts
If you’ve been affected by layoffs in the aviation industry here in Wichita, you’ll be glad to know FREE resources are available to you at a new website. The Air Capital Commitment web page was designed by a community task force to be a connecting point between workers and organizations that can help them. A […]
2022 Entertainment Book
The new year is approaching so this is a great time for a reminder about the Entertainment app for Wichita. Wichita no longer has a printed Entertainment book, but we do have access to the digital app which has great discounts on restaurants and attractions in our area. If you purchase the app, which […]
Free Oil Change for military and veterans at Meineke Car Care Centers in Wichita
This is also on our list of Veterans Day freebies and deals, but I wanted to make sure you didn’t miss it! Meineke Car Care locations in Wichita currently have a coupon on their websites for a FREE oil change for active duty military and veterans on November 11, 2019. To find your nearest participating […]
FREE wifi hot spots in Wichita
Earlier this year, the City of Wichita tested a program that allowed residents to check out free wifi hot spots at specific recreation centers in Wichita. This month the City announced it has received a grant from AARP that will allow the program to continue. The goal of the pilot program is to “lessen the […]
Free health screenings at Hunter Health Clinic
Hunter Health Clinic at the Central Clinic location on North Grove Avenue in Wichita will hold free health screenings on Monday, July 29. Everyone is welcome, according the health clinic’s Facebook event page here. They’ll have the following free screenings: Dental Screenings Blood Pressure Checks Blood Sugar Screenings HIV Testing Behavioral Health Screenings Participants will […]
Free parent/caregiver education class from National Alliance on Mental Illness
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is offering a FREE class for parents or caregivers of children who show signs of struggling with mental health symptoms. The free class begins on June 2 and will be held at West Heights United Methodist Church in west Wichita. You will need to register in advance. Below […]
Free wireless internet for Wichita residents
The City of Wichita is testing a program which provides FREE wireless internet access to homes in the Wichita area. The pilot program is being paid for by T-Mobile and is open to any Wichita resident age 18 or older with ID and proof of address. According to a press release issued by the City, […]
Farms, Forks & 4-H Festival at Sedgwick County Extension
Get ready for a family friendly day of food, farms and 4-H. K-State Research and Extension for Sedgwick County will host its annual Farms, Forks & 4-H Festival from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 25. Katharine Elder, chef and owner of Elderslie Farm, will be the guest chef and will offer a […]
Eddy’s car dealerships FREE Adopt-A-Pet Day
Wow, if this isn’t a good deal for everyone! Eddy’s car dealerships are hosting a big annual Adopt-A-Pet Day on May 15 and will cover all of the adoption costs for you to bring home a new pet. They’ll have animals at each of their locations throughout Wichita from various local animal shelters, including the […]
Free Firewood and Mulch at Sedgwick County Zoo
Free Firewood Is Back! Sedgwick County Zoo, Westar Energy and the City of Wichita have teamed up to give away firewood and mulch this winter. The free firewood and mulch is provided from Westar Energy’s ReliabiliTree tree trimming program and the City of Wichita’s forestry tree pruning and removal operations. You can pick up the […]
Finding Money for College: Free Online Course from WSU
Wichita State University has a newly revised online course that offers a step-by-step approach to choosing and paying for college or vocational/technical school. The course, which is free, intends to teach personal financial management topics that will help students and families make wise decisions regarding choosing and paying for college, and to help students learn […]
FREE Fire Extinguisher Training from the Wichita Fire Department
If it’s been a while since your last fire safety lesson, you might want to take advantage of this offer I spotted today on the Wichita Fire Department Facebook page: Having the right tool is one thing. Knowing how to use it is another. Wichita Fire Department’s Public Education staff is here to help! If your […]
Nutrition Classes for a Healthy Heart
Via Christi registered dietitians will present a series of four cardiac nutrition classes on four Wednesdays in August that are just $5 each. You can attend one or all sessions. August 1, Heart-Healthy Nutrition Understand cholesterol, fiber and healthy oils and how to have an overall heart-healthy lifestyle. August 8, Shaking It Up and Spitting Out […]
BOGO Keys at Ace Hardware (Facebook Offer)
If you have a Facebook account, you can get copies of your keys on the cheap. Like the Ace Hardware Facebook page and print the coupon for Buy One, Get One Free keys. The coupon is valid until July 31, 2012. Thanks, Living on the Cheap.
5GB FREE Online Storage and Backup
SugarSync is instant and secure online file sync and backup for your PC, Mac, or Mobile Device. Get a 5GB plan free! Access all your data. Anytime. Anywhere. I have not tried this yet, but cloud storage is something I’ve been needing for a while. I checked the company’s Facebook page and they have 381,000 […]
How to Make an Interest List on Facebook
More changes are underway at Facebook that may or may not influence how often you see your “Liked” pages in your Facebook stream. Facebook decides which pages you see in your news stream based on a complicated algorithm called EdgeRank. The best way to ensure you’ll see posts you want to see – from Wichita on the […]
Spring Cleaning: Free Trash Disposal for Sedgwick County Residents
Doing a little spring cleaning? This will help. Sedgwick County is offering a coupon for free trash disposal of bulky items up to $30 or 1,000 pounds. (Loads exceeding this limit are accepted, but will be subject to fees.) You can request the coupon beginning May 14, 2012, either online at sedgwickcounty.org or by calling […]
Smartphones for a Penny, Plus Activation Fee and Free 2-Day Shipping
If you’re thinking about switching wireless providers, upgrading to a new phone, or buying an additional smartphone, this offer might be of interest. Amazon Wireless is offering best-selling Android phones from Verizon Wireless, Sprint, AT&T, and T-Mobile for 1¢, along with free 2-day shipping, when you purchase a new line of service. If you choose […]