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Digital infrastructure and internet access aid is expected to reach more Kansas families through money granted through the Kansas Children’s Cabinet and Trust Fund, a part of the Technology for Families Grant Program, according to a Tuesday news release from…
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Updates to Missouri COVID-19 dashboards on the Show Me Strong recovery plan website have been launched, according to a Monday announcement by Missouri Gov. Mike Parson’s office. Dashboards underwent an expansion and now include multiple charts, maps and measures about…
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An increase in fraudulent activity over the last several months influenced by national and international shutdowns has caused a crack in Kansas’ unemployment system Criminal organizations have formed a multibillion fraud scheme in the U.S. that has singled in on…
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The far-reaching impact of COVID-19 has affected nearly every U.S. household and every age, for many young adults, shifting their employment and living situation. Often referred to as Gen Z, a surge of young U.S. adults age 18-25 are now…
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One area of the economy on a remarkable rise is the housing market, home value and sales on a continued upward climb over the last few months. Strength in the market has been noted nationwide as well as in the…
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The housing market was one of the first industries to make a turnaround following the onset of COVID-19, making quick, long strides toward recovery to the surprise of many. Another related surprise is the soaring demand and cost of lumber…
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Finding a place to call home can be difficult at times for renters, especially those that want to live alone. Data from SmartAsset shows that just two years ago in 2018, the median monthly rent was $891 for a studio…
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Kansas City-headquartered Enfinite Capital and Diode Ventures have sold a Fort Bend, Texas solar photovoltaic project to international renewable energy leader ACCIONA, according to a Monday news release. With U.S. headquarters in Chicago, Spanish conglomerate ACCIONA develops and manages infrastructure…
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Two coffee brands with a strong presence in the Kansas City metro, The Roasterie and Messenger Coffee Company, have come together to create FairWave Holdings, a holding company formed to grow local coffee businesses in the region. While The Roasterie…
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On Monday, announcement of the Kansas Department of Commerce’s International Division grant award was released, the grant provided by program under the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The division of the state’s commerce department received $127,400 through the SBA’s State…
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