Regional News


Region’s Manufacturing Jobs Sink in November

Posted December 2, 2024 The November Creighton University Mid-America Business Conditions Index shows the unemployment gauge has tumbled compared to nearly the same time last year. The Business Conditions Index, ranging between 0 and 100 with 50.0 representing growth neutral,… more

HCA Midwest Health, Avila University Partnership Addresses Nursing Shortage

Posted November 27, 2024 HCA Midwest Health and Kansas City, Mo.-based Avila University have expanded their partnership to train the next generation of the nursing workforce. Nursing students enrolled in Avila’s programs can complete their coursework online and conduct the… more

KC2026 Adds Four Key Staff Positions

Posted November 25, 2024 KC2026, the nonprofit planning the FIFA World Cup 26 in Kansas City, has added four new members to key positions. Lindsey Douglas, Director of Integrated Operations; Mallory Cage, Director of Fan Festival and Events; Matt Smith,… more

Scannell Properties Hires Tyler Wysong, Development Manager for KC Market

Posted November 22, 2024 Scannell Properties has hired Tyler Wysong as development manager for its Kansas City office where he will manage several projects currently under development. Wysong, with over a decade of civil engineering experience, will help to secure… more

Charles Garney, Founder of Garney Construction Companies, Dies at 92

Posted November 18, 2024 Charles Garney, founder and former CEO of Garney Construction, passed away on Wednesday, two weeks before his 93rd birthday. A Kansas City native, Garney was born on Nov. 27, 1931. He founded North Kansas City-based Garney… more

Rockhurst, Kansas City University Creates Program to Foster More KC Health Professionals

Posted November 13, 2024 Rockhurst University and Kansas City University leaders have signed a new agreement to create more pathways for students seeking healthcare degrees. For the fall 2025 semester, the Rockhurst University-Kansas City University Early Acceptance, ROKC-EAP, Program will… more

Survey: Newsweek Ranks KC Metro Hospitals ‘Best-In-State’

Posted November 7, 2024 Newsweek’s America’s Best-In-State Hospitals for 2025 has recognized several Kansas City metro area hospitals. The survey ranks hospitals nationwide to identify the 700 best hospitals that excel in patient care quality. The survey’s methodology compiles data… more

Italian Manufacturer Enters North American Market with $16M KCMO Facility

Posted October 17, 2024 An Italy-based precision parts manufacturer is stepping into the North American market in a big way and Kansas City will be its first step. RB SRL announced it opened its new 100,000-square-foot facility in Kansas City,… more

Region’s Manufacturing Conditions and Employment Falls in September

Posted October 2, 2024 The Creighton University Mid-America Business Conditions Index for September shows rising concern among supply managers in part due to a looming strike on the East Coast. The Business Conditions Index, which methodology ranges between 0 and… more

Animal Health International Announces Expansion in Liberty, MO

Posted September 30, 2024 Animal Health International has plans to expand the company’s headcount and space in Liberty. Animal Health International announced it will expand its presence in Liberty from 95,000 square feet and 40 employees to 225,000 square feet… more