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News May 24, 2024, 2:01PM CDT

Plan sets stage for more development in New Century Commerce Center

In August, Chinese battery additive manufacturer Cnano Technology announced it would invest $94.7 million to create a new manufacturing facility in New Century Commerce Center. Kansas legislation sought to halt those plans, but Gov. Laura Kelly vetoed the bill. Final development plans for future building in the industrial park will require additional approval from the board of commissioners before construction starts. …

News May 15, 2024, 6:44AM CDT

Bonner Springs considers new incentives for apartment project

However, revenue from this district would be used to reimburse the cost of developing the apartments. Last year, Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly signed legislation expanding RHID program eligibility to include properties with existing infrastructure that is at least 10 years old. …

News Apr 30, 2024, 2:31PM CDT

Kansas bill to ban foreign land ownership threatens JoCo manufacturing plant

The bill identifies the following as ‘countries of concern:' China Cuba Iran North Korea Russia Venezuela Any organization designated as a foreign terrorist group as of July 1, 2024 If signed by Gov. Laura Kelly, the bill could affect a major economic development project in south Johnson County. Chinese battery additive manufacturer Cnano Technology USA Inc. is investing $94.7 million to create a new manufacturing facility in New Century Commerce Center. …

News Apr 22, 2024, 2:44PM CDT

Here's an update on Panasonic's progress on construction, hiring at De Soto EV-battery plant

During the summer, Evergy filed documents with the Kansas Corporation Commission suggesting that the power company may request a rate adjustment to meet Panasonic’s electricity demand, according to reporting partner FOX4. Last week, Gov. Laura Kelly signed House Bill 2527, a bill establishing an economic development rate that provides discounts on electric services for new or expanding industrial and commercial utility customers. …

News May 1, 2024, 12:00AM CDT Sponsored Content by American Heart Association

Kansas City Go Red for Women event raises more than $1M for heart disease research

News Jan 29, 2024, 2:27PM CST

Orange EV’s new KCK production plant should help it land new clients, crank out more trucks

“Orange EV’s new home here in Kansas City, Kansas, represents more than just another economic development project,” Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly said at the event. “It’s yet another win on our way to becoming a national hub for innovation, smack dab in the middle of the country. …

News Feb 2, 2024, 11:34AM CST

Mystery company behind 'Project Amber' deal in Olathe plans $84M investment in plant

Although Honeywell Aerospace Technologies' physical plant won't get bigger, the investment will expand its capabilities and add 156 jobs. The facility makes wireless connectivity systems, aircraft engines, cockpit and cabin electronics, and other mechanical components.…

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People on the Move: Kelly Davydov

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Kelly serves on Kansas Governor Laura Kelly’s Early Childhood Transition Task Force. Davydov holds a bachelor’s degree & Master of Public Administration from Drake University and a Certification in Family Development from the National Resource Center for Family-Centered Practice at the University of Iowa.…

News Dec 1, 2023, 2:23PM CST

Sources: Kansas has pushed for Chiefs to leave Arrowhead amid slow Jackson County negotiations

Fueling that fire is chatter that Kansas leaders, including Gov. Laura Kelly, have made a financial push for at least a Chiefs stadium across the state line, multiple insiders told the Kansas City Business Journal. …

News Oct 31, 2023, 7:54AM CDT

Company that built new KCI terminal kicks off new $532M project in nearby Leavenworth

Terry Grams, project executive, is the project's day-to-day onsite leader. Moran, Gov. Laura Kelly, U.S. Sen. Roger Marshall, U.S. Rep. Jake LaTurner, Leavenworth Mayor Jermaine Wilson and USP Leavenworth Warden Donald Hudson were expected to be in attendance at the groundbreaking. …

News Jun 28, 2023, 6:34AM CDT

Gov. Kelly appoints Neelima Parasker to Kansas Board of Regents

Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly made three appointments this week to the state's Board of Regents, which oversees the administration of public education at colleges and universities. …

Gov. <em>Kelly</em> appoints Neelima Parasker to Kansas Board of Regents

News Oct 27, 2023, 8:56AM CDT

Sporting KC owner pledges $7M for World Cup, six other community projects to settle incentives dispute over Cerner's departure

The projects and funding amounts identified in the settlement include: 2026 FIFA World Cup — $2 million Willa Gill Services Center — $2 million Quindaro Ruins — $1 million community projects east of Interstate 635 — $1 million Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall — $500,000 Wyandotte County Historical Museum — $250,000 Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame — $250,000 "Since Day One of my administration, I have directed the Department of Commerce to pursue business deals in a way that benefits our communities," Gov. Laura Kelly said in a Friday release. "Often, that means creating jobs and bringing in investment, but — as this agreement shows — it also means holding businesses accountable and protecting taxpayer dollars. …

News Jun 30, 2023, 7:32AM CDT

Children’s Mercy, KVC Health Systems partner on $53M Olathe mental wellness campus

Children’s Mercy and KVC Health Systems formed a joint venture that will open a $53 million, 72-bed inpatient campus for mental health in Olathe — helping address a widening need for care that too often goes unmet. U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran, R-Kansas, and Gov. Laura Kelly joined other state and local elected and civic leaders for a groundbreaking Thursday, according to a release from the companies. …

News Jun 27, 2023, 7:38AM CDT

Blue KC partnership prepares to compete for $3.9B in Kansas Medicaid contracts

The request for proposals for KanCare are expected to be issued in September, a Elevance Health spokesman said. Once awarded, Gov. Laura Kelly's administration indicates that the contracts would take effect Jan. 1, 2025. Elevance Health, formerly Anthem Inc., has approximately 50 workers living in the Kansas City area. …

News May 1, 2023, 12:58PM CDT

Tonganoxie will add a pet food nutrition manufacturing plant

Tonganoxie was chosen strategically to be included in Kansas City's Animal Health Corridor. “We appreciate the support of Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly, the Kansas Department of Commerce, the Leavenworth County Development Corp., the city of Tonganoxie, Evergy and the Animal Health Corridor in making this state-of-the-art facility a reality," DSM co-CEO Dimitri de Vreeze said in the release. …

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