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Head Start programs in Wyandotte County receive funding

U.S. Rep. Sharice Davids announced the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) awarded a total of $4,113,744 to two Head Start programs in Kansas’ 3rd District. These Head Start programs work daily to emphasize children’s cognitive, social, emotional and physical development. Children who participate in Head Start programs receive benefits that appear immediately and … Continue reading “Head Start programs in Wyandotte County receive funding”

Representative, senators from Kansas respond to President’s State of Union address

The President’s State of the Union address received responses from Rep. Sharice Davids, Sen. Jerry Moran and Sen. Roger Marshall of Kansas. U.S. Rep. Sharice Davids, D-3rd Dist., issued the following statement after President Biden delivered his State of the Union address: “At a time of global uncertainty, I hope we can come together as … Continue reading “Representative, senators from Kansas respond to President’s State of Union address”

Annual Black Men and Women of Distinction awards presented by Friends of Yates

In honor of Black History Month, Friends of Yates, Inc., recently celebrated the accomplishments of 23 African American community leaders. The 42nd Annual Black Men and Women of Distinction Awards Ceremony was held Saturday, Feb. 19, at Forest Grove Baptist Church, 1417 N. 9th St., Kansas City, Kansas, where the pastor is the Rev. Desmond … Continue reading “Annual Black Men and Women of Distinction awards presented by Friends of Yates”