The Community Voice

03/29/2025

Congratulations Reggie Davidson on being appointed Director of Wichita Park and Recreation! Reggie has served as interim director since September of last year where he oversaw multiple large-scale events, including this year's NCAA Tournament. Well deserved!

Reggie Davidson, former Superintendent of Recreation for Wichita Parks and Recreation has been appointed the department's director.

03/28/2025

Big news! The Coalition to End Homelessness in Wichita/Sedgwick County, led by United Way of the Plains, just received a $3.2 million grant from HUD to fund all their projects. Let's celebrate this amazing milestone!

A $3.2 million grant to the Coalition for End Homelessness will be used by six agencies to provide housing assistance in Wichita.

03/28/2025

College students, if you’re dreaming of a career in the movie and entertainment industry, here’s your chance to gain invaluable experience with the legendary Tyler Perry.

College students with a passion for entertainment could earn a spot as a paid summer intern at Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta.

03/28/2025

UPDATE: Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas and the City Council have unanimously agreed to fire Brian Platt as City Manager. Kimiko Black Gilmore will serve as acting City Manager.

Kansas City Council unanimously fires City Manager Brian Platt amid controversies; appoints Kimiko Gilmore as interim manager.

03/28/2025

Take a trip around the world without ever leaving KCK! The Wyandotte County Ethnic Festival will be held on Sat., April 5. Enjoy food, dance, music, clothing, educational culture booths, and more. Tap the story below for more details.

The 2025 Wyandotte County Ethnic Festival will be held April 5 with great ethnic food, entertainment and special guests.

03/27/2025

Federal prosecutors have filed criminal charges against the husband of former Missouri Congresswoman Cori Bush, alleging he defrauded pandemic-era relief programs.

Cortney Merritts,, the husband of former Missouri Congresswoman Cori Bush, has been charged with wire fraud related to COVID relief funds.

03/27/2025

Kansas City's city manager Brian Platt remains suspended, but he hasn't been fired. Platt has been the subject of many controversies since his hiring in 2020.

KC City Manager Brian Platt remains suspended as lawsuits and civil rights leaders demand his firing over racism, retaliation, and whistleblower claims.

03/27/2025

Share this with a future flyer in your life! Come out to this FREE event to learn about careers in aviation at the Bruce R. Watkins Cultural Heritage Center in KC from 1-3pm on Saturday, April 5, 2025.

03/27/2025

🗣Hey Wichita! The Ulrich Museum invites you to participate in the Ulrich Community Art Market on Sun., April 13. Come out and sell your pieces and promote your art business. Registration is required. Tap the link below for more details.

Artists are invited to participate in the Ulrich Community ARt Market at Open Streets on April 13.

03/27/2025

Monday, March 31 is the last day for the Kansas Cold Weather Rule that protects residents from utility disconnection. More deadlines regarding energy assistance are also coming up. Tap the story for more on this.

Kansas residents be aware that the Cold Weather Rule ends and Low Income Energy Assistance Program application period end on March 31.

03/26/2025

Are you a Sedgwick County homeowner facing a higher tax appraisal? Take action before it's too late - learn how to appeal your assessment before the March 31 deadline!

Sedgwick County homeowners are grappling with rising property valuations and potential tax hikes. Learn how to appeal your appraisal.

03/26/2025

Here's a report from day one of the hearing to oust KS Rep Ford Carr from the Kansas House of Representatives. Carr represents Northeast Wichita. Day two of the hearing will be Thursday beginning at noon at the Kansas Capitol in Topeka. At this hearing Carr and the individual who filed the complaint against him will be able to present their cases.

Rep. Ford Carr says Republicans intend to slander his reputation and expel him from the Legislature for being a “scary Black man.” Speaking truth to power, he told Kansas Reflector, […]

03/25/2025

A letter from KS Rep. Ford Carr. Hearings this week may lead to his ouster from the Kansas House. HE NEEDS OUR SUPPORT!! Hearings are today (Tuesday) at noon and Thursday (3/27) at noon in the state capitol building in Topeka. For more information on what Carr is up against read our story https://www.communityvoiceks.com/2025/03/14/complaint-filed-against-ford-carr/

03/24/2025

The Bring Back the Love Tour has new dates! Enjoy performances by Kansas City’s own Levelle, Ruff Endz, Karyn White, Lyfe Jennings, and Dave Hollister. Share this!
April 24th – The Cotillion, Wichita, KS
April 25th – Memorial Hall, Kansas City, KS

03/24/2025

Welcome back the Maya Angelou library branch in Wichita! The site reopened last week after undergoing a complete interior remodel. Check out some pictures of what's new inside.

Visit the revamped Maya Angelou Branch Library in Wichita, now open with enhanced services, a fresh layout, and extended hours.

03/24/2025

She was a one term congressman, in part, because she distanced herself from one Republican in general.

Former U.S. Rep. Mia Love of Utah, a daughter of Haitian immigrants who became the first Black Republican woman elected to Congress, died Sunday. She was 49. Love’s family posted […]

03/23/2025

UPDATE: Second SESSION WAS POSTPONED AND RESCHEDULED FOR APRIL 8&9. We've been telling you, they are out to unseat Northeast Wichita Ks Rep Ford Carr. If you don't understand what's going on READ HERE!! https://www.communityvoiceks.com/2025/03/14/complaint-filed-against-ford-carr/

03/23/2025

EXCLUSIVE: Greg ‘The Hitman’ Williams sat down with Voice Editor-in-Chief Bonita Gooch and reflected on his job loss as well as the good and the bad of his nearly five-decade radio career.

Greg ‘The Hitman’ Williams reflects on his job loss and the good and the bad of his nearly five-decade radio career.