Happy Monday, Wichita!
A fresh week is here, and so is your Monday roundup of local news, community updates, and events you won’t want to miss.
In Today’s Newsletter:
- From Wichita plumbing startup to major federal construction contractor.
- Kansas Universities may no longer be able to stop racist campus protesting.
- Planning a Juneteenth event? Don’t miss our upcoming calendar deadlines.
💡 Black Trivia Question: On October 25, 1940, President Franklin D. Roosevelt promoted _______________ to Brigadier General, marking the first time an African American achieved General rank in the U.S. Armed Forces?
A. Benjamin O Davis Sr. B. Colin Powell C. Daniel “Chappie” James Jr. D. Benjamin O Davis Jr.
*See the answer after “In Other News”*
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KANSAS STATE NEWS
Under Kansas’ New Charlie Kirk Law, Actions Like These Are Protected
After a shocking racial-slur stunt at Kansas State sparked outrage, many discovered a new Kansas law may now protect even offensive campus demonstrations under expanded free speech rules.
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WICHITA NEWS
From North Side Roots to Federal Contracts: How Floyd Construction Built a 30-Year Legacy
What started as a small Wichita plumbing business has grown into a company leading major federal construction and VA projects across multiple states.
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SUMMER EVENTS
Submit Your Juneteenth Events to The Community Voice Calendar
Hosting a Juneteenth event? Submit it to The Community Voice community calendar for online and print promotion.
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!
Get Out This Week In Wichita:
FUN: 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. (May 12, 10a.m-11a.m.)
FITNESS: Downtown Wichita Yoga in the Park. Step away from the desk and into the park. A midweek rest has returned to the city’s core for Downtown Wichita’s Yoga in the Park.. (May 13, 12p.m.-1p.m.)
THEATRE: CLUE Live on Stage. CLUE is the ultimate whodunit that will leave you dying of laughter and keep you guessing until the final twist. (May 15, 7:30p.m.-10p.m.)
FINANCES: Introduction to Buying Your First Home Workshop Join the Urban League of Kansas for an informative session designed to help first-time buyers navigate the process with confidence. (May 16, 9 – 11a.m.)
YOUTH: Fourth Annual Theo Cribb Football and Cheerleading Camp, McAdams Parks. Football, cheer and community connections. (May 23, 8-5p.m.)
KICKBACK: McAdams Golf Course Memorial Day Kick Off Pioneer DJ Don in the Mixx. Tribute to DJ Ricky Rick. Bring your lawn chairs and grills, McAdams Park. (May 23, 6-10p.m.)
See more Wichita events on our new online calendar!
Iran and the U.S. at an impasse after Trump rejects ‘totally unacceptable’ proposal. President’s remarks came as Benjamin Netanyahu said the war was ‘not over’. (NBC)
Tom Brady crashes Kevin Hart’s Netflix roast, …. (USA Today)
Trump goes on lengthy rant about two Supreme Court justices he appointed who did not ‘remain true’ to him.
President Donald Trump has lashed out at two U.S. Supreme Court justices that he himself nominated to the bench. (YAHOO News)
Trivia Answer: A. Benjamin O Davis Sr.
Brigadier General Benjamin O. Davis Sr. (1877–1970) was a pioneering U.S. Army officer, famous for becoming the first Black general officer in American history in 1940. Over a 50-year career, he broke racial barriers in a segregated military, commanding Buffalo Soldiers, advising on race relations in World War II, and earning high honors like the Distinguished Service Medal.
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