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WEEK OF AUGUST 4, 2025


Job Report Week of August 4, 2025






Governor Kelly Appoints Attorney Larkin Walsh to
Fill Vacancy on the Kansas Supreme Court

Governor Kelly speaks at an event last month

“Appointing justices to the Kansas Supreme Court is one of the most important responsibilities I have as governor, and it is not one I take lightly. Justices must have a deep knowledge of the law and take into account many complex and nuanced situations that impact Kansans and shape our state every day.

“Our state’s process for nominating Kansas Supreme Court justices produces highly qualified nominees and incorporates voices from across the state. This year in particular, produced three extremely qualified nominees, and I am grateful for the service to Kansas each of them exemplifies.

“Larkin’s extensive legal experience and her background of service makes her an excellent addition to the Kansas Supreme Court. Her deep understanding of appellate courts, combined with her breadth of experience in civil practice, gives her a unique and invaluable perspective.

“Throughout her career, Larkin has been dedicated to upholding the law and beyond this, she has served the legal community and public through many leadership positions and volunteer roles. I’m confident that her legal skills and work ethic make her immensely qualified to serve as the next Kansas Supreme Court justice.”

Press:

* *Gov. Laura Kelly selects Leawood attorney to fill vacancy on Kansas Supreme Court [ [link removed] ]*
*"Kansas Reflector" [ [link removed] ]*
* *Who Gov. Laura Kelly chose in what may be her last pick for Kansas Supreme Court [ [link removed] ]*
"*Topeka Capital-Journal*"
* *Governor Kelly Appoints Attorney Larkin Walsh to Fill Vacancy on the Kansas Supreme Court [ [link removed] ]*
*"KRSL" [ [link removed] ]*
* *Governor Kelly appoints attorney to fill Kansas Supreme Court vacancy [ [link removed] ]*
"*KWCH*"
* *Kansas Governor picks newest state Supreme Court justice. It could be the last time [ [link removed] ]*
"*KCUR*"
* *Governor names private attorney to state Supreme Court [ [link removed] ]*
"*Sunflower State Journal *"
* *Kelly appoints Larkin Walsh to Kansas Supreme Court [ [link removed] ]*
"*State Affairs *"



Governor Kelly Breaks Ground on SugarCreek
Child Care Center in Frontenac

sugarcreek

"Access to child care is essential for working families. On Monday, we broke ground on SugarCreek's new child care center in Frontenac, which will create more than 200 new child care slots, expand access to early childhood education, and help propel Kansas' economy forward."

Press:

* *Frontenac breaks ground on innovative early childhood center [ [link removed] ]*
"*KODE*"
* *Kansas Gov. Kelly breaks ground on new SugarCreek child care center [ [link removed] ]*
"*KOAM*"



Governor Kelly Cuts Ribbon on CJ Schwan's
Distribution Center in Salina

schwan

" I joined Schwan’s in Salina to celebrate the grand opening of their new distribution center—a key part of their $600 million investment in Kansas. By producing more than 100 million pizzas each year, Schwan’s is creating high-paying jobs and lowering costs for Kansas producers."

Press:

* *Celebrating a Dedication to Frozen Pizza [ [link removed] ]*
"*KSAL*"
* *Schwan’s opens new frozen pizza distribution center in Salina [ [link removed] ]*
"*KSNW*"



Governor Kelly Breaks Ground on
Kansas Army National Guard Hays Readiness Center

Governor Kelly with leaders at the groundbreaking

"Earlier this week, I celebrated the groundbreaking of the new Kansas Army National Guard Readiness Center. The 50,000 square-foot facility is a result of bipartisan collaboration and will support our National Guard for the next 50 years."

Press:

* *Kansas National Guard, Gov. Kelly break ground on new center in Hays [ [link removed] ]*
"*Hays Post*"



Governor Kelly Celebrates State of Kansas Interns Completing Summer Internships
intern finale

"This week, I thanked interns from across Kansas state agencies in recognition of the hard work they have done this summer on behalf of our state. Public service starts with a willingness to make a difference, and these interns are already leading the way."

Press:

* *Gov. Laura Kelly recognizes state interns [ [link removed] ]*
"*WIBW*"
* *'Kansas needs you': Governor pitches interns on public service careers [ [link removed] ]*
"*Topeka Capital-Journal *"





ICYMI

* *Governor dedicates $10.4 million to boost digital access statewide [ [link removed] ]*
"*KSNW *"
* *Governor Kelly proclaims August as "Kansas Farmers' Market Month" [ [link removed] ] *
"*JC Post *"
* *Kansas gov. requests major disaster aid after severe storms, floods [ [link removed] ]*
"*KSNT *"











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