Kansas

Where Do KS, MO Rank in Overall Health in the U.S.?

Posted December 5, 2023 The United Health Foundation released its 2023 America's Health Rankings, analyzing the overall health of each state, with Kansas and Missouri showing signs of growth in mental health providers. America's Health Rankings measure five categories of… more

KU Topeka Hospital Experiences Network Outage From Ransomware Attack

Posted December 5, 2023 A ransomware attack on Nashville, Tenn.-based Ardent Health Services impacted 30 hospitals in the U.S. including The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus in Topeka, causing a network outage for the hospital. The Nov.… more

Housing Market 2024 Outlook Looks Good For Pricing, Bad for Demand

Posted December 4, 2023 Home shoppers could see some relief around the corner for next year according to 2024 Outlook by Realtor.com, however, housing demand challenges will likely stay prevalent. While the high rise in interest and mortgage rates plagued… more

KCMO, KCK Stadiums to Host Games For Copa América 2024

Posted December 4, 2023 The South American Football Confederation (CONMEBOL) will bring its 2024 tournament to the United States, including Arrowhead Stadium and Children’s Mercy Park as two of its 14 venues.  Kansas and Missouri will be a part of… more

Supreme Court Case Could Bring Change to Overseas Tax Codes

Posted December 4, 2023 On Tuesday, the Supreme Court will hear arguments in Moore v. U.S., a case examining federal tax codes, that could have long-lasting effects on corporations' mandatory repatriation tax. Arguments will center on how U.S. firms bring… more

Q&A with American Royal President, CEO Jackie McClaskey

Posted December 4, 2023 Q: How did the decision for American Royal’s new home in Wyandotte County come to be? Where there other locations in mind? A: From the very first meeting I attended I knew this would be a… more

Data Analysis; Average Student Debt For KS, MO

Posted December 4, 2023 Degree Choices released a ranking based on data from the Office of Federal Student Aid to find the colleges and universities with the most student debt. How do Kansas and Missouri fair against the state with… more

Creative Planning Acquisition Bolsters Its East Coast Presence

Posted December 4, 2023 Overland Park-based Creative Planning has acquired a financial advisory firm in Delaware-based Daniels + Tansey. The firm specializes in tax and investment services for individuals and small businesses. Daniels + Tansey notably serves 150 high-income individuals… more

Manufacturing Index Shows Recession Risk, Drop in Employment

Posted December 1, 2023 Creighton University released its Mid-America Business Conditions Index survey that shows the manufacturing economy throughout the Midwest region teetering into a recession risk. The Mid-America Business Conditions Index, an economic indicator for the nine-state region including… more

KC Current Stadium To Use AI Security When Season Begins

Posted November 30, 2023 The Kansas City Current Stadium will be using AI technology to screen guests at the gates of the stadium when the 2024 season begins. The CPKC Stadium, which has a capacity of 11,500 patrons, will feature… more