In the Mix
In the Mix
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Carla Eckels brings you thoughtful community stories every month on In the Mix.
Jackson Mortuary celebrates 100 years of compassion and community
A Wichita funeral home marks a century of providing comfort and care to the community.
Jul 17
3 min
Heat of the moment: Skinny Hightower drops made-in-one-day song, 'Summer Anthem'
The first day of summer is around the corner, and multi-instrumentalist Skinny Hightower is ready for it. The jazz artist, with number one hits on Billboard, released a new song called “Summer Anthem,” which he created in one day. On this edition of “In The Mix,” Carla Eckels spent the day in his studio to watch the magic unfold.
Jun 12
3 min
Always shifting: Audio Visual Service adapts to the ever-changing landscape of tech
We check mics and set up screens with a local audio-visual expert on this month's In The Mix.
May 8
3 min
Finding the perfect quinceañera dress
A teen and her mother search for the perfect quinceañera dress in a Wichita boutique as they prepare for a milestone celebration that marks the bridge from childhood to young womanhood.
Apr 10
3 min
Before Sunrise:  A day in the life of a morning news anchor
KWCH 12 morning news anchor Felicia Rolfe is a familiar face for many in the Wichita area. Outside of her day job, she’s known for her volunteer work, emceeing events across town and giving back to the community through mentoring. Carla Eckels talks to Rolfe for this month's "In the Mix."
Mar 13
3 min
Local Grammy-nominated artist makes couples swoon with singing telegrams for Valentine's Day
This Valentine's Day, you may get a knock at your door from Grammy-nominated vocalist Roy Moye III. He is offering singing telegrams throughout Wichita this weekend. For this edition of In The Mix, Carla Eckels has more on Moye’s effort to share his passion.
Feb 13
3 min
Draft of Martin Luther King Jr. speech showcases the thought process of the legendary orator
Housed in the archives of the Museum of World Treasures is a rare piece of civil rights history.
Jan 16
3 min
Local American Legion chapter hopes to help more families in need despite getting fewer toy donations
This month on "In The Mix," Carla Eckels talks to a son of a veteran who is helping to bring the joy of Christmas to children.
Dec 19, 2025
3 min
Native American museum's new director recounts a real story that helped inspire a western classic
Candy Taylor knows a thing or two about Native American culture. Following a 17-year stint as a director at a museum in Oklahoma, Taylor recently became the new director of the Mid-America All Indian Museum in Wichita. She’s eager to help visitors learn more about Native American history and culture.
Nov 14, 2025
3 min
'SEEDS' examines the joys and struggles of black farmers
A new documentary featured at this year's Tallgrass Film Festival resonates with interim executive director Sierra Franklin-Morton. “SEEDS” is a film that shines a light on Black farmers, their struggles, resilience and legacy. Franklin-Morton’s family owns farms in both Kansas and Oklahoma. For this installment of “In The Mix,” Carla Eckels speaks with Franklin-Morton about how the film connects to her own family history.
Oct 10, 2025
3 min
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