While the world is coping with the coronavirus pandemic, during her show, Ellen DeGeneres decided to phone former first lady Michelle Obama to discuss how she is dealing with the […]
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Essence Festival Postponed
Essence Festival Postponed Just two weeks after announcing a 2020 concert line-up that included “80 of the World’s greatest Performers” Essence Communications, Inc. followed up with an announcement they’re […]
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When Will the Coronavirus Pandemic and Social Distancing End?
As the gears of the modern world grind to a near halt, one question is likely on the mind of many: When will the coronavirus pandemic — and social distancing […]
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KCK & ICT Schools Adjust for Students’ Needs, Including Meals
The Wichita and Kansas City, KS, school districts are working to help kids finish the school year without being at school, in a process they’re calling Continuous Learning. KCK is […]
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KC Pastor Portley and Students of David Sign Recording Deal
KCK native Pastor Michael Portley Jr., and his music group, the Students of David, have signed a record deal with Dream Label Group and will release a new album in […]
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Wichita Educator Katie Huff Turns 100
Katie Huff, a longtime educator for USD 259, turned 100 years old on March 25. Huff received her education from Langston and Kansas State Universities, and spent 25 years teaching […]
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Historic Dunbar Theatre Takes a Few Steps Toward Opening Its Doors
Forty-seven years since it closed and just over 25 years since it was saved from the wrecking ball, the historic Dunbar Theater has moved a few steps closer to its […]
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A Message from The Community Voice: How We Are Covering COVID-19 from the Lens of Race, Poverty and Income Inequality
The Community Voice’s small but mighty team is applying its quality and trusted reporting from our community’s perspective on the crisis of our lifetimes. It’s been an unprecedented few weeks […]
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Many State Primaries Switch Dates & Extend Vote-By-Mail Options
Citing the difficulty of holding elections during the coronavirus outbreak, states across the country, including Kansas, are postponing primary elections and expanding vote by mail options. That includes 15 states […]
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Emergency Small Biz Loans: What You Need to Know
Starting April 3, small business owners should be able to apply for a new, forgivable loan to help keep their businesses afloat during the coronavirus crisis, says Treasury Secretary Steven […]