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*WEEK OF OCT. 14, 2024*


Job Report Numbers for the Week of Oct. 14, 2024






Governor Kelly Announces Nearly $31.5M for
31 Bicycle, Pedestrian Projects Across Kansas

Governor Kelly speaks at an event

“This investment is more than just improving infrastructure – it’s about strengthening the safety, accessibility, and mobility of our communities. I’m pleased the state can offer the support needed to help advance these projects.”

*Press:*

* *Kansas invests $31 million in multiple pedestrian, bicycle projects [ [link removed] ]*
"*KSNT*"
* *Lawrence bike and pedestrian projects win $3.5 million in state grants, including Safe Routes to Schools program [ [link removed] ]*
"*Lawrence Journal-World*"
* *These 3 downtown Topeka streets will be getting bike lanes with state grants [ [link removed] ]*
"*Topeka Capital-Journal*"
* *Southeast Kansas communities to receive millions for pedestrian and bicycle safety [ [link removed] ]*
"*KSNF*"
* *Burlington, Council Grove obtain Transportation Alternatives funds for projects [ [link removed] ]*
"*KVOE*"
* *Funding focuses on walkable and bike-friendly routes in Kansas [ [link removed] ]*
"*KOAM*"
* *City of Topeka receives $1.7 million for bicycle, pedestrian projects [ [link removed] ]*
"*WIBW*"
* *Governor Kelly announces nearly $31.5M for 31 bicycle, pedestrian projects across Kansas [ [link removed] ]*
"*KSCB*"



Governor Kelly Highlights Key Points of Growth
in 2024 Kansas Economic Report
Governor Kelly with the Gold Shovel Award Kansas has won for four consecutive years for economic success

“The growth we are seeing is encouraging and shows the progress made in revitalizing our state’s economy. This report reinforces my administration’s commitment to making Kansas the best state to live, work, and raise a family.”

*Press:*

* *Kansas report shows economy growth in multiple sectors [ [link removed] ]
"KOAM"*
* *Gov. Laura Kelly announces 2024 Kansas Economic Report [ [link removed] ]
"WIBW"*
* *Gov. Kelly announces 2024 Kansas KDOL economic report [ [link removed] ]
"Salina Post"*
* *Kelly, Toland tout post-pandemic labor rebound in economic report [ [link removed] ]
"State Affairs"*
* *Governor Kelly Announces 2024 Kansas Economic Report [ [link removed] ]
"Ad Astra Radio"*
* *Governor Laura Kelly Unveils 2024 Kansas Economic Report: Workforce Growth, Low Unemployment, and Record Exports Highlight State’s Resilience [ [link removed] ]
"KCLY Radio"*



Governor Kelly Joins Ad Astra Plaza Dedication Ceremony

Governor Kelly speaks at the dedication ceremony

“The new Ad Astra Plaza, with its replica of the iconic Native American hunter statue atop the Statehouse, is a poignant reminder of our past and an inspiring representation of how we're reaching for the stars to move Kansas forward."

*Press:*

* *Kansas governor, Kansa tribe members cap 22-year project by dedicating Capitol plaza [ [link removed] ]*
"*Kansas Reflector*"
* *From storage to pedestal, Ad Astra replica statue went through difficulties [ [link removed] ]*
"*Topeka Capital-Journal*"
* *New ‘Ad Astra’ plaza dedicated at Kansas statehouse [ [link removed] ]
"KSNT"*
* *Dedication ceremony held for new Ad Astra Plaza [ [link removed] ]*
"*WIBW*"
* *See photos from the Ad Astra Plaza dedication ceremony outside the Kansas Statehouse [ [link removed] ]*
"*Topeka Capital-Journal*"



Governor Kelly Announces More than $17M Investment for Energy Grid Resiliency

Governor Kelly speaks with Kansans at an event

“By leveraging federal funds to supplement our state and local investments, we are strengthening opportunities for economic growth across Kansas. The 40101(d) Grid Resiliency program ensures our communities have the resources to build, operate, or maintain critical infrastructure.”

*Press:*

* *Kansas communities secure more than $17M investment for energy grid resiliency [ [link removed] ]*
"*WIBW*"
* *Projects receiving over $17M to strengthen Kansas’ energy grid [ [link removed] ]*
"*KSNT*"
* *Governor Kelly announces more than $17M investment for energy grid resiliency [ [link removed] ]*
"*Sunflower State Radio*"





ICYMI

* *USD 475 breaks ground on Early Childhood Care Center [ [link removed] ]
*"*WIBW*"
* *Kansas Adjutant General promoted to Major General [ [link removed] ]
*"*JC Post*"
* *$6.6 million investment boosts high-speed internet in Kansas [ [link removed] ]
*"*KOAM*"
* *Within Reason with Mike Matson – 10/14/24 Governor Laura Kelly [ [link removed] ]*
"*KMAN*"
* *Groundbreaking set for new Kansas State Emergency Operations Center [ [link removed] ]*
"*KSNT*"











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