How a $4B Panasonic plant could ‘revolutionize region’s economy’ — starting next year

By Tommy Felts | September 21, 2024

Editor’s note: This story was originally published by Kansas City PBS/Flatland, a member of the Kansas City Media Collective, which also includes Startland News, KCUR 89.3, American Public Square, The Kansas City Beacon, and Missouri Business Alert. Click here to read the original story. [divide] Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly believes the opening of the $4 billion electric…

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T-Mobile sprints ahead: KC tech leader held the line on local jobs (and offers a glimpse at Cerner’s possible future)

By Tommy Felts | January 5, 2022

Editor’s note: The following story was originally published by Flatland, the digital magazine of Kansas City PBS and a fellow member of the KC Media Collective. Click here to read the original story or here to sign up for the weekly Flatland email newsletter. [divide] T-Mobile in Kansas City has been as quiet as a pin drop since it…

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KCMO digital equity effort aimst to boost remote learning, work access for families, entrepreneurs

By Tommy Felts | July 29, 2020

Economically distressed neighborhoods in Kansas City are at a bigger disadvantage than ever before, Rick Usher said, urging residents to combat digital inclusion as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to upend the way Kansas Citians learn and work. “Today, with the COVID-19 pandemic forcing us to social distance in ways that include remote work and distance…

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Pathways to inclusive prosperity: Racial and economic disparity impact all of Kansas City

By Tommy Felts | December 27, 2019

Editor’s note: The following is excerpted from opening remarks by David Warm, executive director of the Mid-America Regional Council, at the 9th Annual Greater Kansas City Education and Workforce Summit, which assembled more than 150 education, workforce, civic and business leaders to explore expanding pathways to inclusive prosperity. The summit was hosted by Ewing Marion…

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