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Happy Friday, we hope you have had joyous times with family and friends during the holiday break. Catch up on some of our top stories from this week.
Happy Holidays! Have a great weekend.
In Today’s Newsletter:
- Omega Psi Phi members show senior appreciation at annual banquet
- A new KC city program is taking a new approach to mental health
- Kimberly DeWitt has been named Kansas’ first Chief Data Officer
- Kwanzaa celebrations
- Jeanna Repass announces bid for DNC Vice Chair
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WICHITA NEWS
Omega Psi Phi Senior Banquet Is a 38-Year Labor of Love
In what has become a do-not-miss event for Wichita seniors, members of the Gamma Upsilon Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity in Wichita sponsored their 38th Annual Wendell Smith Senior Citizens Appreciation Banquet.
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KANSAS CITY NEWS
A New Kansas City Program Steers Residents to Mental Health or Drug Care Rather Than Custody
The KC REACH program aims to address mental health, substance abuse and homelessness by providing care instead of police intervention for nonviolent crises.
Learn more about this important program
A GIFT FROM THE WICHITA ART MUSEUM
WAM Offers Free Entry to Robert Peterson Exhibit
This holiday season, we’re filled with gratitude for the incredible Wichita community. To thank you for your support, we’re offering FREE ADMISSION to Robert Peterson: Somewhere in America from December 26–29.
Join us and experience the powerful portraits that celebrate resilience, identity, and the strength of community. It’s the perfect way to connect with art and create meaningful memories with your loved ones during the holiday break.
KANSAS STATE NEWS
Kimberly DeWitt Announced as Kansas’ First Chief Data Officer
The Kansas Office of Information Technology Services announced Kimberly DeWitt as the State’s Chief Data Officer. Creation of the newly established position reflects a growing recognition of the importance of data in state government. DeWitt brings 20+ years of experience in information technology (IT) leadership to her role, including expertise in data analytics, strategy, and project management.
KWANZAA
City-Wide Kwanzaa Celebration Returns to KC
Kwanzaa is celebrated Dec. 26-Jan 1. The National Black United Front – Kansas City Chapter (NBUF-KC) is bringing its signature Kwanzaa celebration back to the 18th & Vine Jazz District. This year’s theme is “Why We Must Win,” with Kwanzaa coordinator Jawanza Hardy connecting the celebration’s theme to current challenges facing the Black community.
See the full schedule of events
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POLITICS
Kansas Democratic Party Chair Jeanna Repass Launches Bid for DNC Vice Chair
Kansas Democratic Party Chair Jeanna Repass has launched her bid to become the next vice chair of the Democratic National Committee. The 448-member Democratic National Committee (DNC) is the principal executive leadership board of the United States Democratic Party. .
Read more changes happening to the DNC
Judge Says Woman Accusing Jay-Z, ‘Diddy’ of Rape at Age 13 Can Proceed Anonymously In her written order, Judge Analisa Torres also chastised the lawyer representing Jay-Z (Philadelphia Tribune
Court Rules Georgia Lawmakers Can Subpoena Fani Willis for Information Related to Her Trump Case It’s as part of a inquiry into whether she has engaged in misconduct during her prosecution of President-elect Donald Trump (AP News)
Kansas Sales Tax on Most Food Groceries to 0% on January 1 Read what is not included. (Kansas Reflector)
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