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Do more to lure tourists to city, state
The Wichita River Festival isn't just for locals. People from out of town, out of state and beyond also have been enjoying the party this week, as their dollars contribute to the vital $356 million economic impact that 3.5 million visitors a year have on the area. If the 27,500 people employed in the local leisure and hospitality industry do their jobs well, these visitors will leave with positive things to say about Wichita and consider coming back for more.
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