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Here’s a recap of the top stories from the week. Have a great weekend!
In Today’s Newsletter:
- Who was Charlie Kirk and why did so many dislike him?
- Wichita’s BBQ Express offers delicious meals with a decent price
- How Missouri redistricting may rule out Congressman Cleaver
- Troy Andrews premieres “Blair”
- Sen. Cory Booker announces engagement
💡 Black Trivia Question: In “Coming to America”, what was the name of the fast food establishment run by John Amos’ character?
A. African King B. McDowell’s C. Prince Soul Food D. King Bell *See answer after “In Other News”*
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MARCH MADNESS
1. Charlie Kirk, the Bully on the Playground
After his assassination, many are asking: who was Charlie Kirk, and why did his beliefs strike such a nerve in America’s racial debate?
FOOD & RESTAURANTS
2. Show Some Love, Wichita: BBQ Express Is Serving Up Tender Tradition
Barbecue Express at 21st and Woodlawn in Wichita should be your next food adventure, serving melt in your mouth, tender, crispy, well-seasoned soul food options at an affordable price.
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KANSAS CITY NEWS
3. Missouri Redistricting May Write Cleaver Out, But Deal Lucas In
Missouri Republicans’ bid to redraw the state’s congressional map may weaken longtime Democratic Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, but it could also open the door for another Kansas City Democrat: Mayor Quinton Lucas.
ENTERTAINMENT
4. Blair Recap: Blood, Screams, and a Hint of What’s to Come
From buckets of blood to a surprise twist ending, Drew Vision’s latest premiere proves Wichita talent can go toe-to-toe with horror heavyweights.
See more from the premiere of Blair
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NATIONAL NEWS
5. New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker Announces Engagement
New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker, whose record-setting Senate speech this year denouncing the Trump administration fueled talk of a potential future national campaign, has announced his engagement to girlfriend Alexis Lewis.
Suspect in Charlie Kirk’s killing is identified by officials as Tyler Robinson. Utah Governor Spencer Cox said that a family member of Robinson’s reached out to a family friend who contacted the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. (NBC)
Dodge City police ask residents to avoid downtown after bomb threat. In a Friday afternoon Facebook post, the department warned residents to avoid downtown Dodge City, including the Ford County Courthouse, government center and post office, until further notice. (Wichita Eagle)
Judge seals records in the case of the Kansas City man charged with shooting Ralph Yarl. The Clay County Judge ruled that the case against Andrew Lester, the 84-year-old white man who shot 17-year-old Ralph Yarl, be sealed so that he receives a fair and impartial trial. (KCUR)
💡Trivia Answer: B. McDowell’s. In the movie “Coming to America”, the name of the fast food establishment run by John Amos’ character, Cleo McDowell, was McDowell’s. The restaurant was a parody of McDonald’s, with the tagline “My ‘M’ is the Golden Arcs” to distinguish it from the rival chain’s “Golden Arches,” and its signature burger was the “Big Mick” instead of the “Big Mac”.Â
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