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*WEEK OF AUGUST 15, 2022*
08.19.22 Jobs Report
Governor Kelly Pushes for New Mental Health Facility
in Sedgwick County
mental health round table
"When I came into office, one of my highest priorities was strengthening our mental health system. I’m thankful to local leaders and advocates for meeting with me today to discuss how we can improve mental health care in Wichita and across the state, including by supporting a new state mental health hospital."
*Press:*
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*Kansas governor pushes for new mental facility in Sedgwick County [ [link removed] ]
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*Leaders meet to discuss mental health hospital in Sedgwick County [ [link removed] ]
"KSN"*
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*Governor Laura Kelly Steps Up Her Efforts to Make Mental Health Affordable and Accessible [ [link removed] ]
"Trendee Pro"*
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*Governor Kelly meets with Sedgwick County leaders on mental health needs [ [link removed] ]
"KFDI"*
Governor Kelly Announces $520M in Highway Projects Added to IKE Construction Pipeline
IKE announcement
“Expanding and modernizing our highways will improve roadway safety, create good jobs, and deliver more economic opportunities across Kansas, both now and in the future. These 11 projects demonstrate that investing in transportation benefits our communities, taxpayers, and businesses.”
*Press:*
* *First steps to start soon on a major bridge replacement on Kellogg in Wichita, Kansas [ [link removed] ]
"*Wichita Eagle*"*
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*$230M project to improve commute of E. Kellogg set to start next June [ [link removed] ]
*"*KWCH*"
* *Governor Kelly Announces $520M In Highway Projects Added To IKE Construction Pipeline [ [link removed] ]
"Sunflower Radio"*
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*K-10 to be widened as part of newly announced IKE projects [ [link removed] ]
"KCTV 5"*
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*NW Kansas road projects added to KDOT's to-do list [ [link removed] ]
"Hays Post"*
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*K-177 approved for modernization project south of Council Grove [ [link removed] ]
"KVOE"*
Governor Kelly Celebrates Phase III Expansion Facility at KU Innovation Park
KU Phase III
“By providing direct access to world-class research and talent, the KU Innovation Park and this new facility will incentivize companies to make their technological breakthroughs right here in Kansas. I’m pleased to celebrate this campus’ expansion, which will continue to drive business success and provide opportunities for graduates in the Lawrence community and across our state.”
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*Gov. Kelly celebrates expansion facility at KU’s Innovation Park* [ [link removed] ]
"*KCTV*"" "
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*Progress made on decades-long innovation project with new building dedication* [ [link removed] ]
"*WIBW* "
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*Regional leaders celebrate new phase of KU Innovation Park, touting opportunities for students* [ [link removed] ]
"*The Mercury*"" "
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*Opening new KU laboratory, office space building kicks off 15-year business incubator expansion* [ [link removed] ]
" [ [link removed] ]*Kansas Reflector* "
Governor Kelly Opens Sportsbooks for Wagering Beginning September 1
sports wagering photo
"Legalizing sports betting is a common-sense solution that keeps Kansans’ money in Kansas and drives business to sporting events, casinos, restaurants, and other entertainment venues. I want to thank all our partners for working with us to get this done in time for football season.”
*Press:*
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*We now know exactly when sports betting can start in Kansas, and it’s coming soon [ [link removed] ]
*"*KMBC*"
* *Wanna make a bet in Kansas? Teams such as Sporting KC will be eager to help you engage [ [link removed] ]*
"*Wichita Eagle*"
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* *Kansas plans Sept. 1 ‘soft launch’ of sports wagering for start of football season [ [link removed] ] *
"*Kansas Reflector*"
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*It’s official: Sports betting’s legal in Kansas starting Sept 1. Here are the details [ [link removed] ]
"KC Star"
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ICYMI
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*Gov. tours training center crucial to Panasonic workforce development* [ [link removed] ]
"*WIBW*"" "
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*Wyandotte County expected to see economic benefit from Panasonic plant [ [link removed] ]*
"*Wyandotte Daily*"*
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* ***Kelly Touts Successes as Governor with Economic Progress [ [link removed] ]**"**
*"*Liberal Leader & Times*"*"*
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