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QTS Data Centers CEO Chad Williams Stepping Down After 20 Years

Posted March 26, 2025 QTS Data Centers announced that its chief executive officer and chairman, Chad Williams, will step down after more than twenty years in the position building the now $60 billion company. Williams’ decision to step down will… more

Between the Lines

So Why All The Hysteria About Kansas Schools?If you set aside the emotional issues that underpin the debate, the numbers and facts completely reframe the discussion.OK, let’s start this essay with a quiz: Who makes more, the departing superintendent of… more

Hill’s Pet Nutrition Makes Leadership Changes for US, EMEA Divisions

Posted March 26, 2025 Hill’s Pet Nutrition has announced two key leadership changes including its U.S. division headquartered in Overland Park. Dr. Chelsie Estey will succeed Dr. Karen Shenoy as chief veterinary officer for Hill’s US. Shenoy will transition into… more

Martin City Brewing Company Expands to Country Club Plaza

Posted March 25, 2025 The Martin City Brewing Company announced it will open its sixth restaurant, Martin City Tavern, in the Country Club Plaza. The restaurant will be located at 4950 Main Street, according to a release shared with Ingram’s… more

De Soto Planning Commission to Review Possible 8,400SF Concrete Plant

Posted March 25, 2025 The City of De Soto Planning Commission will review a permit request on Tuesday, which could allow for the construction of a new concrete and cement plant near the imminent Panasonic building. Last week, Geiger Ready-Mix… more

Foley Equipment Names Jaime Elgas as Chief People Officer

Posted March 24, 2025 Foley Equipment announced that Jaime Elgas is joining the company as chief people officer. Elgas will join the Foley executive team effective April 7, according to a release. She will oversee human resources, recruitment, training, organizational… more

In-Home Care Provider Expands Footprint in Kansas City

Posted March 19, 2025 Los Angeles-based Arosa has expanded its presence in the Kansas City area, opening an office to serve Kansas and Missouri residents. Arosa Kansas City—located at 1901 W. 47th Place, Westwood, Kansas—will provide senior care management and… more

KS Health Department Confirm First Measles Case Since 2018

Posted March 18, 2025 The Kansas Department of Health and Environment and the Stevens County Health Department have confirmed one positive case of measles. This is the first measles case in Kansas since 2018. It is currently unknown whether this… more

Children’s Mercy Unveils Plans for Clinic Expansion in Wichita

Posted March 18, 2025 Children’s Mercy Kansas City has unveiled its plans to build a new multi-specialty ambulatory clinic in Wichita. The 18,000-square-foot facility will be located at the intersection of North Greenwich Road and East 28th Street North. The… more

QTS Realty Trust Leases Space at New Century Commerce Center

Posted March 18, 2025 VanTrust Real Estate announced that, following a lease agreement with QTS Realty Trust, it has fully leased one of its buildings at New Century Commerce Center. QTS will occupy 756,571 square feet of the New Century… more