The Balanced Budget Act of 1997 created the Children’s Health Insurance Program to cover uninsured, low-income children who are not eligible for Medicaid and all states, including Kansas, have expanded […]
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African Union Gala Showcases Fun, Fashion and Food
The Wichita African Union hosted their 6th Annual Celebration on Sept. 2 at the Hyatt Regency. In a show “Embracing Diversity,” Black, White, American and African all enjoyed the evening […]
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Bias Making Affordable Living a Reality
If you want a clean and affordable place to live, Andy Bias is your man. For 16 years, he was at the helm of Mennonite Housing, where he built affordable […]
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The Dupree Brothers: The Judge & DA
January 9, 2017, was a historic day. It was the day that Mark Dupree was sworn-in as Wyandotte County District Attorney, making him the first elected Black district attorney in […]
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What Are Boogers and What Causes Them?
No matter how important you are, or how famous, you get boogers. They fascinate children almost everywhere, and during our lifetimes our noses will produce thousands of them from the […]
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Wichita Gas Prices 8th Lowest in Nation: See Other Kansas rates
Gas Price Update The average gas price today in Kansas is $2.43, down from $2.45 this past Monday and from $2.48 a week ago. Kansas’s average gas price is currently […]
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The Big Question, Who is the “Black Man for Trump”
He’s been there for a while, but he finally caught the attention of the media and the world. The very obvious lone Black man was at Pres. Donald Trump’s rally […]
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In Spite of the Heat Thousands Still Got Their Groove On
The 3rd Annual Grub and Groove Festival was held Aug. 19 in a new location, Hartman Arena in Park City. Despite the heat, thousands of festival goers got their groove […]
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University of Missouri to Offer Free Tuition and Fees to Qualifying Students
New grants underscore the University of Missouri’s pledge to fulfill its land-grant mission by offering more competitive, affordable education to Missourians University of Missouri Chancellor Alexander Cartwright and Vice Provost […]