Happy Monday, Wichita!
We hope you enjoyed the weekend. Let’s start the week with new stories coming out of Wichita.
In Today’s Newsletter:
- TKAAM prepares for new beginnings under Shane Carter’s leadership
- St. Paul AME’s 150 year rich history includes iconic gospel album
- Court tosses Anthony Seymour’s conviction after appeal, he tells his side
💡 Black Trivia Question: Who wrote the Black National Anthem, Lift Every Voice and Sing?
A. Claude McKay B. Langston Hughes C. James Weldon Johnson D. Maya Angelou
*See the answer after “In Other News”*
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WICHITA NEWS
With Shane Carter, TKAAM Prepares for Its Next Transformation
As renovation of the new museum home begins, Shane Carter is bringing a bold vision for exhibits, outreach, and growth. Learn more about the new esecutive director and future of the The Kansas African American Museum.
A MESSAGE FROM THE CITY OF WICHITA DISTRICT 1
Join us for a community forum featuring candidates running for Wichita’s District 1 City Council seat and the Wichita Public Schools Board of Education. Come hear directly from the candidates about the issues that matter most — from education and safety to economic development and neighborhood investment.
BLACK HISTORY
Voices of the Past: St. Paul AME Choir Members Reflect on Historic Recording
St. Paul AME Church is 150 years old and is the oldest Black church in Wichita. Among the congregation are fond memories of the gospel album, “Lord I’ll Be Willing.” Recorded in 1968 by the St. Paul Gospel Chorus, the album is a rare artifact from that era.
A MESSAGE FROM THE COMMUNITY VOICE
Save the date! Join The Voice for a special event celebrating life, learning, and wellness for adults 55 and better! Enjoy a balanced day of education, fun, and self-care — all in one welcoming space.
WICHITA NEWS
Court Tosses Seymour Conviction
After six years behind bars, Anthony Seymour says the media reported on his trial but not his release. However, prosecutors may still retry him.
Get Out This Week In Wichita:
EDUCATION: 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 30, 10a.m.)
COMMUNITY: Feed The City Wichita. Monthly volunteer opportunity where individuals come together at a local venue to make lunches for people in need. (Oct 4, 8:30a.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. (All month)
See more Wichita events on our new online calendar!
Department of Justice subpoenas Fani Willis as Trump targets political foes. The DOJ’s inquiry into Willis comes as President Trump has pressured the nation’s top law enforcement agency to go after his political foes, including former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James. (The Grio)
George Hardy, last of the Tuskegee Airmen’s World War II combat pilots, dies at 100. Hardy, a lieutenant colonel, became the youngest Tuskegee fighter pilot at 19, and was among the first Black military pilots in the United States. (NBC)
💡Trivia Answer: C. James Weldon Johnson. Often referred to as “The Black National Anthem,” Lift Every Voice and Sing was a hymn written as a poem by NAACP leader James Weldon Johnson in 1900. His brother, John Rosamond Johnson (1873-1954), composed the music for the lyrics.
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