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12/08/2023

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11/08/2023

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11/06/2023

Don't forget to set your clocks back tonight before you go to bed otherwise you're going to have to explain why you were late to church in the morning.

11/01/2023

🚨 Did you know that Kansas City spends money to hold people in jail while they await trial, instead of sending them court date reminder texts? 😱 Find out why this approach may not be effective and what alternatives are being considered.

Kansas City explores alternatives to incarceration, including text reminders for court dates, to reduce crime and save taxpayer money.

11/01/2023

Looking to buy your first home in Kansas? 🏠 The First Time Homebuyer program offers assistance with down payments and closing costs, making it easier for buyers within income limits to purchase a home. Read on to learn more about how this program can help you achieve your dream of homeownership.

Discover the Kansas First Time Homebuyer program, offering assistance with down payments and closing costs. Apply now to own your own home.

11/01/2023

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10/31/2023

Show us your Halloween Costumes - little people or big people we want to see them all!

10/31/2023

Former KCPD detective who killed Cameron Lamb seeks pardon and is appealing to the MO Supreme Court. Many oppose a pardon, including social justice organizations and the family of Cameron Lamb. If you'd like to voice your opinion, call the Governor's office at (573) 751-3222.

Former KCPD Detective Eric DeValkenaere seeks a pardon from Missouri Governor Parson after being convicted for killing Cameron Lamb. Opponents urge against a pardon.

10/31/2023

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10/30/2023

The family of Cameron Lamb donated his legal documents to the Black Archives of Mid-America. Lamb was the first Black man killed by police to see the offending officer convicted in Kansas City. The exhibit will showcase his case and photo, telling the real story about Cameron.

Black Archives of Mid-America displays legal documents from the first officer convicted of killing a Black man in Kansas City.

10/30/2023

📢 Save the date! 🗓️ Join us on Saturday, Nov. 11 for the 2nd annual "Bridging the Gap" community event at Iasis Community Center. 🌍 Let's come together and create a bridge of unity! Food, games, prizes, and more await you. Don't miss out!

Join the 2nd annual Bridging the Gap community event in Wichita, Kansas, focusing on building bridges and unity in our divided world.

10/30/2023

🎃🍬 Halloween candy prices are spookily high this year! 📈 Get ready to pay 7.5% more for your favorite treats compared to last year. Find out why candy inflation is hitting hard and how it's affecting trick-or-treaters. 😱

10/29/2023

Discover a hidden gem in the heart of the city! 🌿🦆🐸 Pracht Wetlands Park is a natural oasis perfect for birdwatching and wildlife lovers. With an elevated walkway and duck blind, you can observe without disturbing. 📷👀 Don't miss out on this rare urban find!

Discover the unique Pracht Wetlands Park in Kansas City. Explore nature and wildlife in this urban oasis. Phase 3 development to extend the walkway and add another duck blind.

10/29/2023

We will be removing this page and no longer posting to it effective November 1, 2023 - please like and follow our main Community VOICE page for coverage of Black News in Kansas and Missouri.

Since 1995 The Community Voice has been the leading, most-trusted voice for Kansas' African American

10/27/2023

Struggling to recover from the impact of COVID-19? Recovery Connect can help! This economic recovery program connects individuals, businesses, and nonprofits with resources. Contact them today to get started.

Recovery Connect, a Sedgwick County economic recovery program, connects individuals, businesses, and nonprofits with resources to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.

10/26/2023

🚨Breaking News🚨 New York Democratic Rep. Jamaal Bowman pleads guilty to falsely activating a fire alarm at a congressional office building before last month’s vote on a stopgap spending measure to fund the government. Find out more about this story!

Rep. Jamaal Bowman, a New York Democrat, pleaded guilty to falsely activating the fire alarm at a congressional office building before last month's vote on a stopgap spending measure, and agreed to pay the maximum fine.

10/26/2023

Celebrate the beauty of everyday Black life with "Black Being," a new multimedia exhibition featuring the works of fifteen Black artists. From getting a haircut to communal gatherings, this showcase challenges preconceived notions and invites visitors to explore and appreciate the beauty of Black existence. Join us for the opening reception on Nov. 10 at Charlotte Street Gallery in Kansas City!

Discover the beauty of Black life in this multimedia exhibition that explores the everyday experiences of Black individuals.

10/26/2023

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10/23/2023

"Are you familiar with the terms equality and equity in the workplace? They're crucial for diversity and inclusion initiatives to succeed. Learn how they differ and how to promote equity in your workplace. "

Learn about workplace equality and equity, their definitions, and how to promote them in your organization.

10/23/2023

Taylor Swift's recent social media post urging fans to vote resulted in over 65,000 new voter registrations. She also gave her staff and crew bonuses of at least $55 million. Read on to find out more about Taylor's philanthropic efforts and her record-breaking tour.

Taylor Swift is on the right side of the issues, pushing her fans to vote and giving her staff huge bonuses. She also donates to causes and attends football games, making her a celebrity in her own right.

10/23/2023

The upcoming elections are crucial for our future, from school board to city council and county commission. Local officials will vote on issues that impact our daily lives, such as police interactions and taxes. Are you ready to show up and make your voice heard? Let's elect candidates who truly care about our community's interests.

Get involved in the most important election of our lifetime! Protect the future of our children and vote for candidates who will make a difference.

10/23/2023

📰 Johnson County, the least diverse county in the Kansas City Metro, sees a historic moment as five Black men run for local elected office. Motivated by the George Floyd incident, they aim to bring representation and diversity to government. Despite facing challenges, they're campaigning hard on unique issues in their respective cities. How important is diversity in government? Share your thoughts!

Five Black men are making history in Johnson County, Kansas by running for local elected office.

10/23/2023

Black Barbie’ Documentary Acquired by Netflix and Shondaland

Netflix and Shondaland have acquired worldwide rights to “Black Barbie,” a documentary that dives into the history of the first Black Barbie doll — which debuted in 1980, 31 years after the original Barbie — and three Black women at Mattel who advocated for the toy.
The film, written and directed by Lagueria Davis — whose aunt worked at Mattel and championed the groundbreaking doll — debuted at SXSW and was also featured at Wichita’s Tallgrass Film Festival earlier this month.
Davis’s personal tie to the material is the entry point to the documentary, which chronicles the Black Barbie’s journey and cultural impact. The film examines “the importance of representation and how dolls can be crucial to the formation of identity and imagination” through the stories of Mattel insiders, consumers, cultural commentators and historians.

10/22/2023

🚨 Breaking News 🚨 A new violence prevention program called KC 360 has shown early success with a 74% reduction in fatal shootings in the Santa Fe neighborhood. Learn how this multifaceted "village strategy" is addressing root causes of violent crime and building trust within the community.

Discover how KC 360, a violence prevention pilot program in Kansas City, has achieved impressive results with a 74% reduction in fatal shootings in the Santa Fe neighborhood.

10/22/2023

103rd NAACP Freedom Fund Banquet is October 28. Click on the link to purchase your tickets. https://www.myvoicetix.com/e/wichita-branch-naacp-freedom-fund-banquet-2/tickets?aff=cityspark

10/22/2023

The VOICE E-Edition for October 20, 2023

News for the Black Community that isn’t covered by other traditional media outlets. Wichita, Kansas City, Regional, State, Health, Education and Local.

10/22/2023

Jada Pinkett Smith Reveals She Moved Out of Home She Shared With Will Smith
More details about Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith's living situation have been made public following her reveal that
On Oct. 14, days after the Girls Trip actress revealed on Today that she and the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air alum have been separated since 2016 and "live separately," The New York Times reported Oct. 14 that as a 50th birthday present to herself, Jada, now 52, had moved out of the Calabasas, Calif. home the former couple shared and bought her own place in the suburban Los Angeles community.

10/21/2023

🌟 Unlock the benefits of diversity in your team! 🌈💼 Discover how psychological safety at work can promote better performance and engagement. Find out why diverse teams often underperform and how to overcome it. Don't miss this insightful article!

Diverse teams often underperform due to clashing backgrounds, but psychological safety may be the key to unlocking their potential.