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In Today’s Newsletter:
- After months of turmoil, the Jackson County executive race centers on restoring trust and stability.
- Oak Ridge Missionary Baptist Church celebrates 140 years of faith, legacy and community with special events.
- The story behind Kansas City’s Central City sales tax.
๐ก Black Trivia Question: Which Amendment to the Constitution was passed in 1870, to prevent states from practicing voter discrimination of Black voters?
A. The Voting Rights Act B. The 15th Amendment C. The 16th Amendment D. The 17th Amendment
*See the answer after “In Other News”*
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ELECTION ’26
Abarca Drama Overshadows and Reshapes Focus of Jackson County Executive Race
Months of political infighting and allegations of bribery have put trust and stability at the center of the Jackson County executive race. With Election Day approaching, Democratic candidates Stacy Lake and Dan Tarwater are making the case for leadership that can restore confidence and move county government forward.
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KANSAS CITY NEWS
Oak Ridge Missionary Baptist Church Celebrates 140 Years of Faith and Ministry
Oak Ridge Missionary Baptist Church is celebrating 140 years of faith, service and community in Kansas City, Kansas, with a monthlong anniversary celebration this August. Discover the special worship services, guest speakers and reunion events marking this historic milestoneโand learn why the congregation believes the best is yet to come.
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KANSAS CITY NEWS
Why Kansas City Created the Central City Sales Tax โ and Why Itโs Back on the Ballot
Kansas City voters will decide whether to renew the Central City Economic Development sales tax for another decade. We explain why the tax was created, what it has funded, why supporters want it continued and what a yes or no vote means before Election Day.
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Get Out This Week In Kansas City:
MUSIC: The Eternal Flame Session: Where Soul Meets The Sapphire Flame.. Eternal Vibes an intimate night of live music, and soul. (July 31, 8p.m.-11p.m.)
HEALTH: SHADES OF GRAY. Aiming to elevate regional and local efforts to advance Maternal, Paternal, and Child Health and curate a space for cross-sector learning, community engagement, and collaboration. (July 31, 8p.m.- 1a.m.)
SHOP LOCAL: First Saturdays at Keystone: Artist & Vendor Market + Live Music. A free monthly artist & vendor market with live music,. (Aug 2, 7p.m.-10p.m.)
HISTORY: ๐ง๐ต๐ฒ 148๐๐ต ๐ก๐ถ๐ฐ๐ผ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐บ๐๐ ๐๐ผ๐บ๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ผ๐บ๐ถ๐ป๐ด. A memorable weekend of reconnecting with family and friends, celebrating our rich heritage, enjoying delicious food, great music, inspiring fellowship, and entertainment for all ages.. (Aug 1, 10a.m.-10p.m.)
See more Kansas City events on our new online calendar!
Police search for a second suspect following Seattle food festival shooting that killed 3. Investigators believe the two suspects were shooting at each other and, although one remained on the loose, Seattle Assistant Police Chief Tyrone Davis told a news conference Sunday night that there was no ongoing threat to the public. (AP)
At every fork in the road on Iran, Trumpโs choices get worse. President Donald Trump has arrived at yet another fork in the road on Iran. But each time he reaches such a point, his options only become more narrow and the costs of any course of action grow.. (CNN)
Trivia Answer: B. The 15th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution granted African American men the right to vote. Ratified on February 3, 1870, it states that the right to vote cannot be denied based on race, color, or previous condition of servitude. This amendment was a significant step in the Reconstruction era, aimed at ensuring that African American men could participate in the electoral process after the Civil War.
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