North Central Regional Planning Commission
Posted in 2020, Blog, Newsletter, September
High school seniors in North Central Kansas are invited to compete for a chance to win $850 by submitting a written essay or short video in the 2020-2021 Rural Voices Youth Contest.
Entries should reflect this year’s theme — “Rural Kansas…Tomorrow’s Possibilities.” The top two entries will receive a cash award of $850 and those students will be recognized with the John R.
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North Central Regional Planning Commission
Posted in 2020, Blog, Newsletter, September
Cities, counties working to support businesses and meet local recovery needs
As the region continues to deal with the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, cities and counties have been busy responding to their local community needs and seeking resources to support their residents and businesses.
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North Central Regional Planning Commission
Posted in 2020, Blog, Newsletter, September
Applications for the Innovation Stimulus Program are now being accepted
North Central Kansas manufacturers and entrepreneurs that have been negatively impacted as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic may be eligible to apply for free services as part of a new Innovation Stimulus Program.
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North Central Regional Planning Commission
Posted in 2020, Blog, July, Newsletter
The North Central Kansas Food Council (NCKFC) is developing a regional directory of growers/producers to highlight local businesses and better connect local food products and consumers.
The directory will be used to help promote local foods in the 12-county region the NCKFC serves – including the counties of Clay,
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North Central Regional Planning Commission
Posted in 2020, Blog, July, Newsletter
Change. That has been one constant in Carol Torkelson’s 40-year career with the North Central Regional Planning Commission.
Torkelson celebrated the 40-year milestone on May 19. During her tenure, Carol has worn several hats. She hired on as a bookkeeper,
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North Central Regional Planning Commission
Posted in 2020, Blog, July, Newsletter
Multiple Programs Involved with Improvements to Ellsworth Home
When Elizabeth George purchased her Ellsworth home, the list of needed improvements was long. Fortunately for her, the timing was perfect to participate in the city’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) housing rehabilitation project.
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North Central Regional Planning Commission
Posted in 2020, Blog, July, Newsletter
Communities Considering CDBG Water/Sewer Applications Should Begin Planning Now
Project planning is essential for funding success. Communities with water or sewer project needs that are considering an application to the Community Development Block Grant program should start planning now for next year’s funding round.
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North Central Regional Planning Commission
Posted in 2020, Blog, July, Newsletter
A passion for the car business has led Darell Gallegos on a journey to achieve his dream of owning a dealership. Gallegos purchased the Concordia, Kansas, Ford dealership, previously known as Womack Sunshine Ford, in late 2019.
The new name of the dealership is Farm Country Ford — a name Darell says is meant to honor the community’s agricultural roots.
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North Central Regional Planning Commission
Posted in 2020, Blog, May, Newsletter
People have come together in inspiring and innovative ways to help one another thrive during these challenging times. What follows are just some of the examples of how communities have responded to situations created by COVID-19.
Businesses pivoted and changed their traditional business models.
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North Central Regional Planning Commission
Posted in 2020, Blog, May, Newsletter
Column by Emily Benedick
At NCRPC, we know the topic on everyone’s minds is COVID-19. I must admit, this is not how I pictured my first 12 weeks serving as Executive Director. When I started in this position on March 2,
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