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An Introspective Kirk Franklin is no Longer Apologizing with ‘I Am What I Am’ album
Kirk Franklin is back with his new album, “I Am What I Am,” out Friday
Gospel legend Kirk Franklin is getting tired of defending his musical decisions. This cover image released by Uptown Records shows “I Am What I Am”…
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Cold, Flu & COVID Care
You feel a tickle in your throat. You’ve got a cough, maybe a fever? Is it a cold? The flu? Maybe even COVID-19? When you’re not feeling well, those questions come up fast — and so do the decisions. Should you stay home? See a doctor? Get tested?
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Boeing Plans 5% Workforce Reduction, but Wichita Jobs Not Currently Targeted
As the aerospace giant adjusts production schedules, thousands of workers in the Air Capital of the World remain connected to the company’s financial recovery.
7 Ways To Keep Your Heart Young
Avoid smoking, eat a good diet and exercise to prevent your heart from aging prematurely.
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L’Ouverture Will Close. What Should Happen to the Site?
L’Ouverture Elementary School, 1539 N. Ohio, will close at the end of the 2026–27 school year. Northeast Wichita residents can share ideas for the property during public comment at tonight’s Wichita City Council
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Chiefs Agreement Secures Local Seats, Expands Tax Pledge
Commissioners approved a larger local tax pledge area alongside negotiated protections for utilities, local representation and bridge funding.
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Storytime Village Honors Wichita Literacy Partners
The breakfast brought together educators, community leaders and literacy advocates. Storytime Village presented its Literacy Legacy Awards to Arts Partners, Lead Wichita and Tabernacle Bible Church.
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Potential 2028 Democratic Contenders Head to Denver
The post-midterm summit offers an early look at the presidential field. Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas will join a panel on how cities can earn voters’ trust.
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‘Soul Patrol’ Reunites Black Veterans of Vietnam
The documentary combines the veterans’ own Super 8 footage with interviews and reenactments. It plays on both sides of the Kansas City metro on Veterans Day.
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Marilyn Fox Retires After 45 Years Behind the Chair
The Wichita stylist’s family invites former clients, friends and neighbors to a Nov. 28 benefit and card shower.
Kansas Ballot Decisions: What Passed, What Didn’t
Voters rejected Wyandotte sales taxes, approved Wichita school bonds and adopted a statewide citizenship amendment.
Jackson County’s New Leaders Face Task of Restoring Trust
Stacy Lake and seven new legislators take office in January after years of property tax disputes, political infighting and leadership turmoil.
