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Virtual Job Fair Offers Hundreds of Employment Opportunities in Kansas Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland encourages jobseekers and employers searching for talent to take part in the final Virtual Statewide Job Fair of the year, hosted by KANSASWORKS, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 13. Governor Kelly Announces Nearly $15M Available to Connect Kansans to Digital Devices and Public Wi-Fi Governor Laura Kelly announced today that applications are open for the Advancing Digital Opportunities to Promote Technology (ADOPT) program. A total of $14.7 million in grant awards will be available to organizations addressing the challenges of broadband accessibility, affordability, and device availability. Governor Kelly Announces $28.5M for High-Speed Internet Infrastructure Governor Laura Kelly announced today that $28.5 million in grants were awarded to 12 entities through the Lasting Infrastructure and Network Connectivity (LINC) program. The LINC program provides strategic funding for crucial aspects of broadband connectivity to reduce the cost of internet service, increase availability, and improve performance. Governor Kelly Announces $5M to Expand Access to High-Speed Internet in Rural Kansas Communities Governor Laura Kelly today announced that $5 million has been awarded to eight internet service providers (ISPs) in the latest round of Broadband Acceleration Grants for 2023. The awards will be paired with an additional $6.6 million in matching funds, resulting in an investment of nearly $12 million for high-speed broadband access projects across 10 rural Kansas counties. View All

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Mid-Sized Urban

Thriving urban centers offer a rich array of culture, amenities and opportunity. All in cities with less congestion and greater affordability than you’ll find elsewhere.

Kansas City

Kansas City

Kansas City is part of a thriving metropolitan area that is home to more than 2.2 million residents. The area is recognized as one of the best places for recent college graduates, a top ten job market, a great city for remote workers, and a top ten city to start a business in. Plus, with professional sports, world-class museums, amazing performance centers, a thriving culinary scene, great neighborhoods, history, culture and affordability, there’s a lot to like here.

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#8

BEST JOB MARKETS IN THE U.S.

WALL STREET JOURNAL

#7

CITIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUTURE OF INNOVATION

Entrepreneur

#3

BEST PAYING CITIES FOR RECENT COLLEGE GRADS

SELF.INC

#1

MOST DIVERSE PLACE TO LIVE IN KANSAS

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Wichita

Wichita

Located in south-central Kansas, Wichita is a hub for advanced manufacturing, aviation and companies making an impact across the globe. With a metropolitan population of more than 650,000, Wichita is recognized as one of the top cities in America for work-life balance, a top city to start a business in, a great place to make a living and first time home buying. Plus it’s been called one of the coolest and most artistic cities in America and is home to Wichita State University.

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#1

LARGE CITY JOB GROWTH OVER THE LAST 10 YEARS

BROOKINGS

#3

TOP 10 ENGINEERING HUBS IN THE U.S.

ENGINEERING DAILY

#1

BEST CITIES FOR MANUFACTURING JOBS

KEMPLER INSTITUTE

#9

BEST CITIES FOR WORK-LIFE BALANCE

SMART ASSET

Topeka

Topeka

Topeka is the state capital of Kansas, with a storied history as a leader in creating opportunities for all. Located between the college towns of Lawrence and Manhattan, and an hour from Kansas City, Topeka has an area population of 232,000. Home to Washburn University, the city has a highly rated healthcare system and has been recognized for its low cost of living, and as one of the top cities in the nation for home buyers.

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#12

CITIES WITH THE LOWEST COST OF LIVING

NICHE.COM

#17

BEST CITIES TO BUY A HOUSE

NICHE.COM

#5

COOL CITIES WHERE ARTS ARE THRIVING

LIVABILITY.COM

#23

TOTAL BUDGET PER CAPITA

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