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Today is Friday, October 20, and here are stories we picked for you.
The Kansas Department of Transportation reports that deer-related crashes accounted for 37% of all single-vehicle accidents involving animals in the state last year, resulting in six deaths and over 500 injuries. In other news, a state-of-the-art health and wellness facility for seniors has been completed in Kansas City, Missouri, offering a range of services under one roof to help seniors age gracefully. The Wichita City Council has voted to include protection against discrimination based on natural or protective hairstyles in its ordinance. Additionally, mayors in Kansas City, KS are forming a task force to explore changes to the existing government structure. Lastly, the Wichita Art Museum has opened two new exhibits paying tribute to African American activists and featuring paper portraits of notable individuals. Stay informed with these updates and have a great day ahead!
Kansas reports 37% of single-vehicle crashes involve deer collisions: safety tips and salvage tags
The Kansas Department of Transportation has reported that 37% of all single-vehicle crashes in the state involving animals in 2022 were deer-related. The report also noted that six people died and over 500 were injured as a result of collisions with deer last year. The article provides tips and advice for drivers to reduce their risk of hitting a deer, including not swerving to avoid them and being especially cautious during the breeding season from now until the end of the year. The article also includes information on how to report an accident involving a deer, as well as obtaining salvage tags for removing carcasses from crash sites.
New PACE KC adult wellness center in Kansas City offers comprehensive health services for seniors
A new state-of-the-art health and wellness facility for seniors has been completed in Kansas City, Missouri. The PACE KC Adult Wellness Center will offer a complete range of social, physical, and behavioral health services to seniors under one roof. The 34,000 sq. ft., two-story facility has multiple clinical spaces to provide primary care, medical services, and other therapies, as well as a day center, rehab gym, computer lab, library, arts and crafts room, bathing suite, low-stimulation memory care area. The center’s goal is to help seniors age gracefully in their home communities and out of nursing homes through the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), a national program implemented by 154 organizations across the United States.
Wichita city council passes CROWN Act to protect natural hairstyles from discrimination
The Wichita City Council has voted in favor of amending its discrimination ordinance to include protection against discrimination for natural or protective hairstyles. The ordinance makes it illegal to discriminate against an individual wearing a “protective style” in employment, public establishments, and housing accommodations. The move follows the nationwide CROWN Acts movement, which aims to eliminate race-based hair discrimination. While 23 states have passed bills outlawing such discrimination, neither Kansas nor Missouri has passed the CROWN Acts. Shirley’s Kitchen Cabinet, a nonpartisan nonprofit organization dedicated to amplifying the voices and power of Black women, has been actively involved in advocating for the passage of race-based hair discrimination ordinances in both states.
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The mayors of Kansas City, KS, Edwardsville, and Bonner Springs have formed a task force to explore possible changes to the Unified Government of Wyandotte County and KCK. The move comes in response to mounting financial issues and concerns about the efficiency and accountability of the existing government. Possible solutions could include a de-unified government structure. The mayors will listen to residents before submitting recommendations to the UG’s Board of Commissioners for evaluation. This task force marks a pivotal moment in WYCO’s history as leaders and residents grapple with the challenges facing their unified government.
The Wichita Art Museum has announced two new exhibits that are now open to the public. The first exhibit is titled “Fighters for Freedom,” which pays tribute to African American activists, scientists, teachers, and performers as well as international heads of state. The second exhibit is titled “The Illuminated Body,” which features paper portraits of Thomas’ family, friends, and neighbors, as well as icons of Black literature. Both exhibits will be open through January 14th and are a must-see for art enthusiasts.