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Stay up to date with the latest information on Kansas businesses, grants and opportunities for communities from the Kansas Department of Commerce.

Kansas Community Empowerment Program Accepting New Applications

Jul 6, 2026

The City Square Park Bandstand, at 100 S. 9th St. in Humboldt, Kansas, was built in 1907. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2014. It is an octagonal bandstand with an asphalt roof and a spire, located at the center of City Square Park, a…

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Sunflower Summer Opening with Free Tourism Attractions for Kansas Families

Jul 2, 2026

Kansas Tourism is excited to announce the opening of the 2026 Sunflower Summer program and is inviting Kansas families to enjoy a season packed with unforgettable adventures. Created for Kansas students and their families, the Sunflower Summer program offers complimentary admission to more than 230 attractions across the state. The…

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Commerce Awards to Help Renovate Buildings into Business Incubators

Jul 1, 2026

Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced the Kansas Department of Commerce has awarded $750,000 in Downtown Revive & Thrive grants to support nine building renovation projects across Kansas. When matched with more than $286,000 in local contributions, a total investment of over $1 million will be…

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Commerce Awards CSP Tax Credits to 24 Kansas Non-Profit Organizations

Jun 30, 2026

Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced that the Department of Commerce has awarded $4.13 million in Community Service Program (CSP) Tax Credits to support significant fundraising efforts for 24 non-profit organizations across Kansas. “Non-profit organizations throughout the state are doing the necessary work to tackle our…

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Commerce Awards $500,000 to Five Public Broadcasting Stations to Advance Workforce Opportunities and Readiness

Jun 26, 2026

Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced that the Kansas Department of Commerce has awarded $500,000 through the WorKS: Kansas Public Broadcasting Content Grant program to support five original public broadcasting projects that focus on rural workforce opportunities, remote work readiness and emerging technologies across Kansas. “Public…

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Kanopolis Drive-In Receives $65,000 Grant to Preserve Historic Outdoor Theatre

Jun 22, 2026

Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced that the Kansas Department of Commerce has awarded a $65,000 grant to the historic Kanopolis Drive-In Theatre to support the purchase of a new state-of-the-art digital projection system. This funding will ensure that the beloved outdoor theater continues to operate…

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Commerce Invites Jobseekers to Explore New Careers at Upcoming Job Fair

Jun 17, 2026

Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland encourages jobseekers and employers searching for available talent to take part in this month’s Virtual Statewide Job Fair, hosted by KANSASWORKS, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thursday, June 25. “Summer is in full effect — and this season is all about…

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Kansas Tourism Announces 2026 Sunflower Summer Attraction Lineup

Jun 16, 2026

Come for the renowned Museum at Prairiefire and stay for the shopping, events and food! Prairiefire is an exciting retail and entertainment district that offers a thoughtfully curated mix of boutiques interspersed with seven restaurants and several attractions. Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland and Kansas Tourism today…

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Kickstart the Summer and Explore New Career Opportunities at KANSASWORKS Virtual Job Fair

May 15, 2026

Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland encourages jobseekers and employers searching for available talent to take part in this month’s Virtual Statewide Job Fair, hosted by KANSASWORKS, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Thursday, May 28. “As summer is approaching — what better time to step into the new season with a fresh career opportunity here in the…

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Apprenticeship Office Awarded Funding to Expand Youth Opportunities

May 14, 2026

The Kansas Office of Registered Apprenticeship today announced it has been selected as one of 10 states to receive the prestigious Talent Ready funding through CareerWise and the Future Ready Apprenticeship Center. This highly competitive national recognition puts Kansas at the forefront of building the next generation of workforce through innovative youth apprenticeship opportunities for young Kansans starting as early…

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