North Dakota attracting new businesses
Efforts to attract new businesses to North Dakota are working, particularly in the technology industry, state officials said. “North Dakota continues to pride itself on being the best place in … Read More
Author: Kimberly James
Special committee set to discuss telehealth for mental health services in Kansas
The 2021 Committee on Mental Health Modernization will set up work groups to discuss telehealth services, workforce, system capacity and funding, among other topics. Though many suggestions were considered from … Read More
Oklahoma City land swap to allow for business growth, economic development
Oklahoma Industries Authority recently swapped 577 acres of land with the Commissioners of the Land Office in Oklahoma City for economic development purposes. Harve Allen, public relations manager at Greater … Read More
Moran proposes repeal of Cuba trade embargo to help farmers
U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran, R-Kan., is fighting to relax the nation’s trade embargo with Cuba in an effort to open another path to profit for farmers and ranchers in Kansas … Read More
Kansas aviation industry rebounding from pandemic losses
Kansas aviation and aerospace leaders are seeing the industry slowly return to pre-pandemic levels and more stable conditions. Ethan Eck, 2021 president of Wichita Manufacturers Association (WMA), said the industry … Read More
Gov. Kelly signs bills aimed at aiding state’s economy
Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly has signed four bills, Senate Bills 65, 66, 90 and 124, which are designed to bolster the state’s economy and attract more business. Eric Stafford, vice … Read More
Kansas legislature okays alcoholic drinks to go
Kansas bars and restaurants holding liquor licenses are closer to being able to sell alcoholic drinks to go permanently, thanks to the passage of House Bill 2137. The measure would … Read More
Licensure reciprocity being considered in Kansas legislature this session
Reductions in licensure regulations are being considered in the Kansas Legislature this session, and the state’s GOP delegation could not be more pleased. Reps. Tracey Mann, R-Dodge City, Ron Estes, … Read More
Kansas senator proposes legislation to limit placement of wind turbines
Kansas state Sen. Mike Thompson is proposing legislation that would limit the placement of wind turbines in rural areas. Thompson, chairman of the State Senate Utilities Committee, fears that improper … Read More