Happy Monday, Kansas City!
We hope you enjoyed the weekend. Here’s what’s been going on in Kansas City.
In Today’s Newsletter:
- Prospect got a much-needed cleaning by caring community members
- Mayor Pro-Tem Parks-Shaw hosted annual school supplies giveaway
- A new rule set by the Missouri Supreme Court affects the cost of marijuana in KC
- Is Victoria Mboko the next rising tennis star?
💡 Black Trivia Question: Who broke the color barrier in professional golf by becoming the first Black player to compete in the PGA Tour?
A. Charlie Sifford B. Lee Elder C. Tiger Woods D. Calvin Peete
*See the answer after “In Other News”*
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KANSAS CITY NEWS
Prospect United Cleanup Shows Love For Historically Disinvested Thoroughfare
If you were driving down Prospect last weekend, you were probably shocked. Along the historically disinvested thoroughfare, from Martin Luther King Blvd. to 75th Street, there were youth and adults with bags in hand, helping clean the community.
A MESSAGE FROM DR. CARLOS PACHECO
On August 5, vote Dr. Carlos Pacheco for Commissioner – 5th District. He’s bold, honest, and ready to fix our finances and compete for the future our community deserves. A WIN for Wyandotte County! Tap the image above for more.
COMMUNITY
Parks-Shaw’s Operation Backpack Reaches 6th Year
Well before the giveaways’ 11 a.m. start time on Sat., Aug. 2, the line of cars waiting to participate in the program had already wound to the end of Swope Park and blocks into the neighboring community.
See Parks-Shaw’s reaction to the crowd
A MESSAGE FROM COMMISSIONER ANDREW DAVIS
Andrew Davis, elected in 2021, is Wyandotte County’s youngest commissioner. With a KU MPA and experience in community development, he champions equity, innovation, and economic growth. He lives in Victory Hills with his wife, Andrea, and actively supports local businesses, volunteers, and engages residents to strengthen the community. Tap the image above for more on Andrew.
MIISSOURI STATE NEWS
Cheaper Cannabis: Missouri Supreme Court Rules Counties, Cities Can’t Stack’ Taxes on Marijuana Sales
Kansas Citians shopping at their local marijuana dispensary will now pay 3% less in sales taxes after a recent Missouri Supreme Court ruling.
A MESSAGE FROM THE KAUFFMAN FOUNDATION
SPORTS
Victoria Mboko: Has a New Star Been Born?
It appears Canadian teenager Victoria Mboko has arrived in a fashion very similar to the arrival of the star she upset, Coco Gauff who is currently the number 2 rated women’s tennis player in the world.
A MESSAGE FROM THE COMMUNITY VOICE
Get information, in their own words, directly from the candidates on their platforms through The Voice’s new Voter Connect Hub, before the August 5 primary. LOCAL ELECTIONS MATTER — A LOT!! PLEASE VOTE AUG. 5.
Get Out This Week In Kansas City:
ENTERTAINMENT: Danielle Allen Book Signing. A special meet & greet with Danielle Allen, NYT Bestselling author of “Curvy Girl Summer” and “Plus Size Player”. (Aug 5, 5:30p.m.)
CELEBRATION: Celebration of the Nations Grand Event Pastors & Leaders Info Lunch. Join us for this inspirational & informative time focused on the Grand Event!(Aug 7, 12p.m.)
FESTIVAL: Heart of America Hot Dog Festival. The annual Heart of America Hot Dog Festival, powered by the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, returns live for 2025, presented by Hy-Vee. (Aug 9, 3p.m.)
See more Wichita events on our new online calendar!
Judge sets recall election date for Jackson County Executive Frank White as Sept. 30. After weeks of legal back-and-forth, a recall election date has been determined for Jackson County Executive Frank White Jr. (KMBC)
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott threatens to expel Democrats in showdown over redistricting. Texas Democrats decamp to Illinois to deny Republicans a quorum on redistricting. (NBC News)
Trivia Answer: A. Charlie Sifford. Charlie Sifford was the first Black player to get a PGA card, qualifying him for the professional golf tour. It came in 1961, a full decade after the color barrier had fallen in professional football, baseball, and basketball.
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