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Discover the latest news, project updates, funding announcements, and stories highlighting the work happening across North Central Kansas. Browse articles by topic to learn how NCRPC is partnering with communities, businesses, and organizations to strengthen our region.
Washington County Automotive Business Completes Addition
Duis Automotive LLC expanded its Hanover facility to increase service capacity and continue supporting rural residents and agricultural producers.
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May 8
Courtland Prepares to Host Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities Conference
Courtland, Kansas, will host the annual Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities conference focused on entrepreneurship, innovation, and rural community growth.
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May 7
Kansas Micro-Internships Connect Students, Employers
The Kansas Micro-Internships program connects students with paid, short-term projects while helping Kansas businesses and organizations access workforce support at no cost.
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May 5
Growing the Housing Stock
The Rural Development Group is expanding housing opportunities across rural Kansas through new home construction focused on affordability and long-term community growth.
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May 1
Two Students Selected to Win 2026 Rural Voices Youth Contest
Two North Central Kansas seniors were named winners of the 2025-2026 Rural Voices Youth Contest for essays focused on leadership, opportunity, and the future of rural Kansas communities.
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Mar 5
CDBG Road Show Coming to Beloit to Highlight Community Development Funding Opportunities
A business purchase opportunity brought Samantha Parker and Cameron Morris back to Concordia to operate Liquor Outlet with support from NCRPC financing programs.
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Dec 23, 2025
Local Business Opportunity Attracts Couple to Concordia
A business purchase opportunity brought Samantha Parker and Cameron Morris back to Concordia to operate Liquor Outlet with support from NCRPC financing programs.
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Dec 19, 2025
New Property Allows Concordia Business to Add Product Line
A historic Conoco station in Concordia is being renovated into The Break Pad, expanding creative experiences through painting, plants, and event space offerings.
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Jul 25, 2025
Meet the New Executive Director
NCRPC Executive Director Debra Carlson Ohlde shares insights on leadership, rural Kansas communities, entrepreneurship, and the future of regional development.
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Jul 10, 2025
Start-Up Business Provides Irrigation Sales, Service to Region
Rain Tech Irrigation, LLC launched in Clifton, Kansas, expanding irrigation sales and service opportunities across North Central Kansas and South Central Nebraska.
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Apr 16, 2025
Campground Offers Wide Range of Services for Customers
Walt’s Four Seasons Campground & Country Store continues to expand its services and amenities with support from the NCRPC Business Finance Program.
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Dec 27, 2024
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