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*For Immediate Release: *
August 16, 2022
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Cassie Nichols
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ICYMI: Governor Laura Kelly and Rep. Sharice Davids Visit Children's Mercy Park
Sporting KC
"*KEY QUOTE:* “The World Cup will soon be coming to Kansas City, the nation’s soccer capital, bringing an influx of tourists and an opportunity to showcase everything Kansas has to offer,” *Governor Laura Kelly said.* “Sporting KC is a big reason we won the bid, so I’m thankful to them and to Representative Davids for a productive conversation about how businesses across the region can make the most of this moment.”"
*Governor Laura Kelly and Rep. Sharice Davids Visit Children's Mercy Park [ [link removed] ]
"Sporting KC"
*August 12, 2022
* Governor Laura Kelly continued her statewide economic development tour, Prosperity on the Plains, in Kansas City on Thursday. She joined Sporting Kansas City leadership and Representative Sharice Davids for a tour of Children’s Mercy Park.
* In June, FIFA announced that thousands of soccer fans from across the globe will be coming to the Kansas City metro region in 2026 for the FIFA World Cup, a huge economic boost for Kansas won through bi-state cooperation. Children’s Mercy Park will potentially be used as a practice and training site during the tournament.
* “We have one of the best Major League Soccer teams in the country playing right here in Kansas, and soon we’ll welcome the World Cup. That’s a lot of opportunity and attention coming here—and I am ready work together and ensure that it benefits our community for the long-term,” *said Representative Sharice Davids (KS-03).* “I was glad to join Governor Kelly today for a conversation with Sporting KC who continue to play an important role in ensuring Kansas City is a thriving place for both locals and visitors.”
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*Gov. Kelly, Rep. Davids visit Children’s Mercy Park as part of ‘Prosperity on the Plains’ tour [ [link removed] ]
08.11.22 | KCTV 5*
* *Gov. Kelly Stops at Sporting KC Along “Prosperity on the Plains” Tour [VIDEO] [ [link removed] ]*
*08.11.22 | FOX 4*
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