Happy Monday, Wichita!
Happy Labor Day. We hope you are having a relaxing day off. Let’s start the week with new stories coming out of Wichita.
In Today’s Newsletter:
- Wichita’s emerging homeless shelter
- Trump has revoked former Vice President Kamala Harris’ secret service
- Kansas ranks among the worst for reproductive healthcare access
- Activists encourage continued efforts against Target
💡 Black Trivia Question: Which blues guitarist was nicknamed “King of the Blues”?
A. Chuck Berry B. Muddy Waters C. B.B. King D. Bootsy Collins
*See the answer after “In Other News”*
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WICHITA NEWS
Wichita’s Emerging Homeless Shelter Is A Lifesaver. And To Those Who Sleep There, A Sometimes Frustrating Work In Progress
This year marks a powerful milestone in Black journalism across Kansas — 30 years since the founding of The Community Voice! Since our very first issue on April 5, 1995, we have remained true to our founders’ vision: to provide trusted, insightful, and culturally relevant journalism that uplifts and informs Black communities across Wichita, Kansas, and Kansas City.
A MESSAGE FROM THE KANSAS BLACK LEADERSHIP COUNCIL
Next Saturday, Sept. 6, the Kansas Black Leadership Brunch Series takes over the Capital City. Get your registration in TODAY! This is our chance to gather with the visionaries, the doers, the decision-makers shaping our future. Will you be in the room?
NATIONAL NEWS
Trump Revokes Harris’ Secret Service Protection as Book Tour Nears
President Donald Trump has revoked former Vice President Kamala Harris’ Secret Service protection months before it was set to expire, raising security concerns just as she prepares to launch a 15-city international book tour.
A MESSAGE FROM THE COMMUNITY VOICE
We’re always looking for ways to improve, and your input matters. Could you please take 5 minutes to complete our survey? Your feedback will help us better serve you and our community of readers. Thank you in advance!
KANSAS STATE NEWS
Kansas Ranked Worst in Nation for Contraceptive Access
Kansas has the most restrictive contraceptive policies in the nation, eaving many low-income and uninsured residents facing steep barriers to reproductive health care.
A MESSAGE FROM THE COMMUNITY VOICE
We’ve created one place for you to see events happening around Wichita and the entire state. Check out The Link Up today, our new online calendar!
NATIONAL NEWS
Activists Call for Continued Boycott of Target
Despite the announcement that Target CEO Brian Cornell will step down early next year, leaders of the boycott against the chain say their fight must continue.
Get Out This Week In Wichita:
SUMMER: Storytime in the Park. Read along with stories on the big screen at Naftzger Park and enjoy music, snacks, free books, and an activity for the kids. (Sept 2, 10a.m.)
ARTS: Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience. Take an awe-inspiring journey into the incomparable universe of Van Gogh, one of the greatest artistic geniuses of the 19th century. (Sept 4-5, 10a.m.)
VOLUNTEER: Feed The City Wichita: Making Meals for People In Need. a monthly volunteer opportunity where individuals come together at a local venue to make lunches for people in need. (Sept 6, 8:30a.m.)
CARS: Old School Car Club Annual Carshow. Join us at McAdams Park to check out these classics. (Sept 6, 10a.m.)
COMMUNITY: Community Cohort Gathering. This is your chance to connect, learn, and lead change together. (Sept 6, 1p.m.)
See more Wichita events on our new online calendar!
Is the post office closed for Labor Day? See Wichita grocery store hours & more. It’s the last holiday weekend of summer, and if you’re busy making plans, it’s important to know what errands might have to be put off. (The Eagle)
Car rides and hand-holding: Putin, Modi and Xi send Trump a pointed message. The leaders of Russia, China and India met at a key regional summit in the northern Chinese port city of Tianjin on Monday as they navigate tensions with the United States. (NBC)
Trivia Answer: C. B.B. King. The blues guitarist nicknamed “King of the Blues” was B.B. King. He was one of the most influential blues musicians of all time and was known for his signature playing style, expressive vibrato, and soulful voice, which earned him the nickname and cemented his legendary status in music history.
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