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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.

Governor Kelly Recognizes Melissa Etheridge, Others at Governor’s Arts Awards

Mar 13, 2025

Governor Laura Kelly and the Kansas Arts Commission (KAC) today announced the recipients of the 2025 Kansas Governor’s Arts Awards during a ceremony held at the Topeka Zoo and Conservation Center. The event was focused on celebrating remarkable individuals, organizations and communities for their exceptional contributions and leadership in advancing…

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KANSASWORKS Highlights Available State Agency Jobs at March Job Fair

Mar 12, 2025

Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland encourages jobseekers and employers searching for available talent to take part in this month’s Virtual State Agency Job Fair, hosted by KANSASWORKS, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 19. “Our state agencies have provided thousands of Kansans with fulfilling careers…

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Kansas Celebrates Global Cuisines and Cultures Week on March 16-22

Mar 12, 2025

The International Division of the Kansas Department of Commerce announced today that the Kansas Global Cuisines and Cultures Week will take place next week, from Sunday, March 16, until Saturday, March 22. Organized by the Global Resources team, this initiative is part of a broader effort to foster awareness of…

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KANSASWORKS Hosts Manufacturing and Aerospace Job Fair

Feb 26, 2025

Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland encourages jobseekers and employers interested in Manufacturing, Aviation and Aerospace to take advantage of March’s Virtual Job Fair, hosted by KANSASWORKS, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 5. “Kansans are builders and doers, and nothing demonstrates this more than our…

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Commerce CDBG Program Awards Almost $3.5M for Economic Development Projects

Feb 25, 2025

Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced the Kansas Department of Commerce has awarded $3.47 million in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding to support 12 housing rehabilitation and commercial revitalization projects across the state. When matched with more than $4.33 million in local contributions, the rolling…

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Commerce Unveils Groundbreaking Overhaul of Community Development Block Grant Program

Feb 20, 2025

The Kansas Department of Commerce announced today significant changes to its Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) – Community Facilities program to allow a rolling application process, lower local match requirements and an expanded scope of eligible projects. “This is a game-changer for Kansas communities,” Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David…

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KANSASWORKS Hosts First-Ever Weekend Job Fair for Jobseekers, Employers

Feb 19, 2025

Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland is pleased to announce the first-ever weekend job fair. Jobseekers and employers of all industries are encouraged to take part in the virtual job fair, hosted by KANSASWORKS, starting at 7:30 a.m. Friday, February 21, through 9:00 p.m. Sunday, February 23. “In…

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Commerce Hosts Czech Republic and Animal Health Experts for Virtual Roundtable

Feb 11, 2025

The International Division of the Kansas Department of Commerce, in collaboration with the Consulate General of the Czech Republic in Chicago, hosted an online Animal Health Roundtable last week focusing on best practices in biosecurity and food security. The overarching goal for the roundtable was to strengthen existing and new…

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Governor Kelly, Lieutenant Governor Toland Visits KSi Conveyors, 2024 Exporter of the Year

Feb 6, 2025

Governor Laura Kelly and Lieutenant Governor David Toland visited KSi Conveyors in Sabetha Thursday to officially honor the company’s selection as the 2024 Governor’s Exporter of the Year. “KSi is changing the agricultural industry and paving the way for the creation of even more innovative technologies here in Kansas,” Governor…

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Lt. Governor Toland Announces More Than $4 Million Available in Community Service Tax Credit Program

Feb 5, 2025

Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced $4.13 million in tax credits will be made available under the Kansas Department of Commerce’s Community Service Tax Credit Program (CSP). “Revitalizing our communities and state requires targeted investments that make people want to live and work in Kansas,” Lieutenant…

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