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WEEK OF AUGUST 11, 2025


Job Report Week of August 11, 2025






Governor Kelly Announces
Kansas Office of Early Childhood Implementation Team

Governor Kelly speaks at the Kansas Office of Early Childhood bill signing ceremony in April

“Zach Vincent has been an integral part of my administration for the past four years. Thanks to his commitment, we have passed legislation that will transform Kansas’ early childhood system. I am confident that his passion and deep knowledge will serve Kansas children and families well as he takes on this role.”

Press:

* *Governor Kelly appoints transition team to oversee implementation of early childhood bill [ [link removed] ]*
"*WIBW*"
* *Kansas begins massive transition to more efficient government agency on child care [ [link removed] ]*
"*Topeka Capital-Journal*"
* *Kelly names transition director, team for new early childhood office [ [link removed] ]*
"*KSNW*"
* *Early childhood office implementation team announced [ [link removed] ]*
"*Sunflower State Journal*"
* *Transition team named for Kansas’ new early childhood office [ [link removed] ]*
"*State Affairs*"



Governor Kelly Cuts Ribbon
on Flint Hills Community Accelerator

Governor Kelly cuts the ribbon on the Flint Hills Community Accelerator and Childcare Business Initiative in Manhattan

"I joined community leaders in Manhattan to celebrate the new Flint Hills Community Accelerator. This innovative facility brings child care, health care, job support, and education together under one roof, demonstrating what's possible when Kansans work together."

Press:

* *Flint Hills Child Care Business Initiative primed to increase available childcare in region [ [link removed] ]*
"*WIBW*"
* *Flint Hills Community Accelerator and Childcare Business Initiative grand opening [ [link removed] ]*
"*JC Post*"



Governor Kelly Celebrates Kansas Agriculture at Governor's Summit on Agricultural Growth

Governor Kelly at the 2025 Kansas Governor's Summit on Agricultural Growth

"Yesterday, hundreds of agriculture leaders from across Kansas gathered at the tenth annual Governor's Summit on Agricultural Growth. Together, we're working to ensure Kansas agriculture stays strong, innovative, and globally competitive, so Kansas continues to prosper."

Press:

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*10th annual Kansas Ag Summit takes place in Manhattan [ [link removed] ]*
"*WIBW*"



Governor Kelly Announces More Than $32M
to Support Survivors of Crime
Governor Kelly speaks to a crowd

“I support this use of state funds to ensure survivors of crime receive the services they need from critical organizations. Crime is not just a safety issue – it’s a public health and a quality-of-life issue. We must do our part to build a safer and more resilient Kansas together.” 

Press:

* *State awards $32.5M to groups helping survivors of abuse and neglect [ [link removed] ]*
"*KSNW*"
* *Kansas awards $32.5 million to strengthen services for crime survivors, children’s advocacy centers, and CASA programs [ [link removed] ]*
"*KCLY*"
* *4 nonprofits in Douglas County get a total of nearly $2 million in state grants for 2026 [ [link removed] ]*
"*Lawrence Journal-World*"
* *SOS to receive nearly $1 million in grants [ [link removed] ]*
"*KVOE*"
















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