juleekprs |
September 13, 2021 |
What started off as an idea to bring women together to learn more about GirlTrek, has blossomed into Black Women Get Fit — an annual health and wellness event. Founded by Terri Barnes, she...
juleekprs |
August 27, 2021 |
Looking to get into the tech world, sis? What if I told you there was a free program to help you make the switch? Look no further – LaunchCode is here! LaunchCode is an...
juleekprs |
August 13, 2021 |
After a school year like no other, students are returning to classrooms across the metro. With the surge of COVID-19 Delta variant, districts are faced with the task of keeping students and staff safe...
juleekprs |
August 10, 2021 |
Where did the summer go? Yes, it’s already back-to-school time! But when students return, so do the parents. That’s why the Urban League of Greater Kansas City provides needed resources for parents with the...
juleekprs |
August 6, 2021 |
56 years ago today, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act. This landmark federal legislation put an end to racial discrimination at the ballot box. But in 2013, the Supreme Court gutted...
Brian B Shynin |
July 1, 2021 |
Today July 1 is “Lucile Bluford Day” in Kansas City. We celebrate the Black feminist, civil rights activist, and journalist. At the height of the civil rights movement, Bluford wrote, edited and published our...
Play Maker |
June 16, 2021 |
Being a father isn’t easy. But all fathers need to know there is support to help them in the daunting, yet rewarding task of parenting. This Father’s Day, the National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse’s reminds...
Brian B Shynin |
May 14, 2021 |
Did you know this Sunday, May 16th is “No Menthol Sunday”? No Menthol Sunday is an international observance day led by The Center for Black Health & Equity. It’s designed to create the opportunity...
Brian B Shynin |
May 11, 2021 |
Are you a teen? Or are you a parent of one? Either way, this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss! How about a summer job or internship that provides academic credit, experience...
Brian B Shynin |
May 7, 2021 |
It’s Mental Health Awareness Month and as we are slowly returning to a semblance of normal in the aftermath of the pandemic, we must address lingering mental health struggles. Enter in Dr. Robin Smith....