Michelle Obama to speak in Kansas City

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP)--First lady Michelle Obama will be in Kansas City next month to address the national convention of the NAACP.

The organization said Tuesday that Obama is scheduled to speak July 12 on childhood obesity and her "Let's Move! Campaign," which promotes a healthier generation of children.

More than 10,000 people are expected in Kansas City for the 101st national convention of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. The five-day gathering opens July 10.

President Barack Obama also plans to visit Kansas City next month. The president is scheduled to attend a fundraiser July 8 for Democrat Robin Carnahan's campaign for U.S. Senate.
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