Happy Friday!
Here’s a recap of the top stories from the week. Have a great weekend!
In Today’s Newsletter:
- Missouri’s congressional map fight may not be settled after all.
- At 105, Leola Brown Montgomery still inspires generations
- Ben Crump delivers hope at Brown vs. Board of Education Celebration
- RiverFest Returns With Music, Fireworks and Family Traditions
- Free summer tennis lessons return for Wichita youth and adults
💡 Black Trivia Question: Who created “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” often called the Black national anthem?
A. Calvin Broadus B. James Bland C. James Joseph Brown D. James Weldon Johnson
*See answer after “In Other News”*
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KANSAS CITY NEWS
1. Missouri’s Redistricting Fight Isn’t Over
Missouri’s new congressional map survived a Supreme Court challenge, but a separate referendum battle continues to cloud the August primary election. Critics say delays by state officials are part of a larger effort to weaken Missourians’ ability to challenge lawmakers through the petition initiative process.
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KANSAS STATE NEWS
2. Brown v. Board Widow Celebrated at 105 During Topeka Anniversary Event
The widow of Rev. Oliver Brown reflected on the historic fight that changed American education forever — and why the Browns believed they were fighting “for the rights of all people.”
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3. At Brown v. Board Celebration, Ben Crump Delivered the Hope I Needed
Civil rights attorney tells Topeka audience the legacy of Brown v. Board is about ordinary people refusing to surrender in the struggle for equality.
WICHITA NEWS
4. RiverFest Returns With Music, Fireworks and Family Traditions
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WICHITA SPORTS
5. Free Summer Tennis Program Returns to McAdams Park
The McAdams NJTL Free Tennis Program returns this summer with evening lessons for all ages and free week-long tennis camps in June. The longtime Wichita tradition continues introducing youth and adults to tennis, fitness and community connection.
Saying Less Has Meaning for Top-10 Players in Prize Money Protest at the French Open. Defending champion Coco Gauff has upheld her part in a protest by top players at the French Open. (KARE)
Senate Republicans blasted acting Attorney General Todd Blanche on Thursday over the Trump administration’s proposal to set up a $1.8 billion fund to compensate MAGA allies. GOP furor over Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization’ fund sinks Senate budget reconciliation bill. (THE HILL)
‘You can’t perform beauty’: Lupita Nyong’o addresses criticism over playing Helen of Troy. She isn’t focused on defending her casting in Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey”. (The Gringo)
💡Trivia Answer: D. James Weldon Johnson
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