The Journal (Kansas Leadership Center)
With stronger networks, Johnson County looks to ease growing hunger problem
Addressing veiled hunger issues in Kansas’ most populous county requires continuous sharing of supplies and strategies. A warmly received first-time gathering of food pantry leaders, along with…
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11m‘It doesn’t help us’: Homeless Wichitans on what is lost after a camp sweep
Wichita's accelerated removal of homeless encampments leads to the loss of essential belongings and sentimental items, creating significant psychological setbacks and barriers to securing stable housing and employment.
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8mPreparing licuados while fostering relationships in Dodge City schools
The Cafecito program in Dodge City is a monthly Spanish-language gathering held at local schools, providing information about nutrition and healthy eating while building connections among caregivers, school staff and community partners.
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19mFor some Wichita restaurant workers, the path to the American Dream includes a coach
Thrive Restaurant Group and Goodwill Industries of Kansas have piloted a program to help Thrive employees on the economic margins achieve stability. Despite a slow start, the program has helped the restaurant company retain nearly three-quarters of participants.
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13mHow a southeast corner of Kansas makes the most of its 13.2 miles of Route 66
The upcoming 100th anniversary of "The Mother Road" being commissioned allows Cherokee County to show off its efforts to revive Route 66 in Kansas as a historic byway.
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12mBringing the power of choice in food to Wichita’s Hilltop neighborhood
With the help of technology, the StepStone food pantry is expanding the range of food items people receive and increasing access to fresh produce and eggs from local farms.