The Community Voice

12/20/2024

BIG news! The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will soon require hotels, vacation rental platforms, and live event promoters to disclose any fees upfront when they list prices. The rule is scheduled to go into effect in 120 days.

The FTC's new rule will require clear disclosure of all fees by hotels and ticket sellers, aiming to eliminate surprise charges and save consumers time.

12/20/2024

Party City is closing down all of its stores, ending nearly 40 years in business. There are two locations in Wichita.

12/20/2024

As the Biden administration winds down, the US Food and Drug Administration has submitted a proposed rule that could significantly lower the amount of ni****ne in to***co products and potentially prompt more people to quit smoking.

As the Biden administration concludes, the FDA proposes reducing ni****ne in to***co, a move that could significantly enhance public health.

12/20/2024

The National Black United Front - Kansas City Chapter (NBUF-KC) is returning its signature Kwanzaa celebration to the 18th & Vine Jazz District! The celebration runs from Dec. 26 through Jan. 1 and will feature free nightly programs highlighting each of the seven principles that form Kwanzaa's foundation. Find more details here https://bit.ly/3Dqc36c

12/20/2024

Home and rental prices in Kansas have skyrocketed recently because of a housing shortage. Advocates serving the homeless say Kansas had the sixth-highest rent price increase in the country in 2023. Here are three ideas to make homes affordable.

The housing crisis in Kansas has led to soaring prices and increased homelessness. Lawmakers consider strategies to enhance affordable options.

12/18/2024

Netflix will debut The Six Triple Eight, directed by Tyler Perry, this Friday, Dec. 20th. The film is inspired by the first and only Women’s Army Corps unit of color to serve overseas in WWII and stars Kerry Washington and Oprah Winfrey. https://bit.ly/3OY6KgS Check out some photos from the premiere in Hollywood and our story on the historic group of women.

12/18/2024

"Although our financials still remain fragile, we are definitely in a better position than we were last year." KCK Mayor Tyrone Garner's recent State of Unified Government Address focused on progress and challenges facing Wyandotte County. Tap the article for more highlights from his speech.

Mayor Garner delivers an optimistic but cautious State of UG address, citing financial stability, development wins, and ongoing challenges.

12/16/2024

Compliment your community by nominating someone to be The Voice's 2024 Person of the Year! https://www.communityvoiceks.com/person-of-the-year/ Tap the link to complete your nomination. The deadline is today!

Do you know someone who is making a grand impact in your community? Nominate them to be The Voice's 2024 Person of the Year! Follow this link 👉🏾https://www.communityvoiceks.com/person-of-the-year/ 👈🏾 to cast your vote!

12/15/2024

The cherished Black Santa Collection of the late Wilhelmina L. Stewart has found a home at the Bruce R. Watkins Cultural Heritage Center. The Santa's help transform the cultural center & museum into a festive wonderland for the community to enjoy.

The Black Santa collection of the late Wilhelmina Stewart has found a home at the Bruce R. Watkins Center in KCMO, where they are on display thru Jan. 7.

12/14/2024

REPRESENTATION: This exhibit at the Wichita Art Museum Thru Jan. 5 is the most authentic representation of Black people in America we've ever seen. While “Black art” runs the gamut, what I saw wasn’t anything I was expecting. How could it be, since I’d never seen anything like it before?

“Somewhere in America” the exhibit of work by Oklahoma-based African-American artist Robert Peterson, spoke to my heart.  I’m not an art critic, but I’m a fan of art and try not to miss any exhibits dedicated to the work of Black artists.  The Wichita Art Museum usually treats our communit...

12/14/2024

Jazz up your weekend with the mouthwatering flavors of Dunn Deal BBQ - where Texas tradition meets Kansas City style! Check out our story on the Black-owned restaurant as we talked with the owner, Mr. Gerald Dunn!

Jazz musician Gerald Dunn brings Texas-style brisket to KC at Dunn Deal BBQ in Grandview, blending his grandfather's East Texas traditions with Kansas City flavors.

12/13/2024

It's that time of year. Time to vote for new honorees into the Kansas Black Teacher Hall of Fame. Who do you think should be honored? You get a vote, HERE! https://bit.ly/3Zw4l1L

12/13/2024

DADS OWING BACK CHILD SUPPORT! There’s still time to sign up and earn $1000 off your child support arrears by attending this FREE informative workshop on Sat., Dec. 14. Miss this one, you can attend next month. Participants can earn up to $4,500 off their arrears.

Join the Dad’s Conclave in Kansas City for free resources, parenting support, and up to $4,500 in child support relief. Sessions will meet every second Saturday.

12/12/2024

Did everyone watch the NBC Motown Christmas special hosted by Smokey Robinson and Halle Bailey last night? 🤩 Don't worry if you didn't; an encore presentation will be showing Tues., Dec. 17! The show was a star-studded event with performances from Gladys Knight, Jamie Foxx, Jordin Sparks, and more!

A Motown Christmas, hosted this year by Smokey Robinson and Halle Bailey, will air on NBC on Wed., Dec. 11 and again on Dec. 17.

12/11/2024

Not only does Trump want to pardon those charged for the Jan. 6 attack, but he wants the Congress members who called for the investigation of the riot to be arrested!

Donald Trump asserts that members of Congress who investigated the January 6 Capitol riot should face jail time, while he intends to pardon the rioters swiftly.

12/10/2024

Do you know someone who is making a grand impact in your community? Nominate them to be The Voice's 2024 Person of the Year! Follow this link 👉🏾https://www.communityvoiceks.com/person-of-the-year/ 👈🏾 to cast your vote!

12/10/2024

The Maya Angelou Branch Library in Wichita is expected to reopen February 2025. The branch has been closed down since October for a renovation project.

Closed for renovations since October 1, the Maya Angelou Branch Library will reopen in late February. Exciting updates await!

12/10/2024

Sad to announce the death of poet Nikki Giovanni.

The poet and activist was a leading figure of the Black Arts Movement. Giovanni was working on her upcoming book of poetry, set to publish in the fall.