Mar 24, 2025
The Kansas Office of Innovation served as a convening partner last week for the Gamechangers and Champions event, held in Wichita, which brought together a diverse set of partners to support entrepreneurship and innovative startup development in Kansas. The 2025 Gamechangers and Champions was co-presented by NXTUS, a Wichita-based catalyst...
Seguir leyendoMar 19, 2025
Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced that Kansas Tourism earned a Gold Award for its 2024 Kansas Official Travel Guide, which provides information on the multitude of attractions, events, dining, lodging, outdoor adventures and travel resources found throughout the state. The award was given during the...
Seguir leyendoMar 17, 2025
Governor Laura Kelly joined federal, state and local officials this past Saturday to officially mark the opening of Hilmar Cheese Company's new production facility in Dodge City, Kansas. “I am pleased that Hilmar Cheese Company chose to build its new production facility in Dodge City,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “This investment in...
Seguir leyendoMar 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...
Seguir leyendoMar 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...
Seguir leyendoMar 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...
Seguir leyendoFeb 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...
Seguir leyendoFeb 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...
Seguir leyendoFeb 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...
Seguir leyendoFeb 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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