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Wyandotte County has assembled a task force made up of various businesses, state officials and local leaders ahead of the 2026 World Cup.The group is separate from the KC 2026 group that is handling the major planning, but the task force in Wyandotte is looking ahead to hosting at least...
Wyandotte Economic Development Council’s New Job Board Amplifies Local Employment Opportunities
Feb 26 2024In a strategic move to elevate the local job-seeking experience, the Wyandotte Economic Development Council (WYEDC) has launched an innovative job board powered through JobsEQ by Chmura. This cutting-edge platform is designed to change how residents explore employment opportunities in Wyandotte County, emphasizing the WYEDC team’s commitment to enhancing prosperity...
In the dynamic landscape of today’s job market, the struggle to secure suitable housing options has emerged as a formidable barrier to employment for many individuals. The shortage of workforce housing options affects workers’ livelihoods and obstructs the economic prosperity of communities.Prospective employees are often forced to compromise on job...
In July, chipmaker Taiwan Semiconductor (TSMC) announced it was postponing the start of production at its new factory in Arizona. The firm says chip manufacturing will no longer start next year, due to a shortage of skilled workers.The announcement came at a crucial time for the U.S. semiconductor industry. In...
Access to reliable and affordable transportation options is crucial for individuals seeking employment, and in Wyandotte County, Kansas, the Unified Government Transportation Department (UGT) plays a pivotal role in addressing transit-related challenges to job access.In many areas nationwide, families can find it challenging to access gainful employment opportunities due to...
TOPEKA – Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced 13 manufacturers have been accepted into the department’s Made in Kansas program. Made in Kansas is sponsored by the Kansas Department of Commerce to help promote Kansas manufacturers to customers across Kansas and around the globe.The Made in...