Business
Local Lawrence readers are driving Raven Book Store’s top picks (Sept. 19–30, 2026)
Bestseller activity at The Raven Book Store in Lawrence shows strong interest in new, local-taste titles, led by Bake Anything by Erin Jeanne McDowell, which ranked No. 1 for the Sept. 19–30, 2026 period.
Wichita diners get a new Cheesecake Factory location at Bradley Fair
The Cheesecake Factory has opened its first Wichita location at Bradley Fair, drawing steady crowds since opening earlier this week. A review in The Sunflower describes busy days with lines stretching out the…
Leavenworth seniors get help finding formals at a downtown dress shop
A Leavenworth High School senior and her mother shopped for a formal outfit at a downtown dress shop, highlighting how the local business offers a hands-on experience for students getting ready for special…
Great Bend boutique Sugar Co. is a finalist for $50,000 IGNITE prize
A Great Bend women’s boutique is in the running for a $50,000 grand prize through the Great Bend Economic Development IGNITE program, which is set to announce its winner Oct. 8. Sugar Co. will compete as one…
Claflin book-and-liquor shop among IGNITE finalists; winner to be announced Oct. 8
The Book Cellar, a book and liquor store in Claflin, is one of five finalists in the Great Bend Economic Development’s 2026 IGNITE program. The winner will be announced Oct. 8 at the historic Crest Theater,…
Great Bend couple aims to create year-round indoor play and family entertainment
A Great Bend couple is competing for IGNITE funding with a plan to open a family-focused entertainment destination designed for children and their families year-round in Barton County. Billy and Kassandra…
Great Bend coffee shop renamed to honor history and aims to strengthen downtown connections
Great Bend’s newest locally owned coffee shop, The Zarah Coffee Shop, opened June 1 in a historic building tied to the original Zarah Hotel and Coffee Shop—bringing both a familiar neighborhood spot and a new…
Data center proposal near Tonganoxie: developer withdraws related power plant application
A developer planning a data center near Tonganoxie has withdrawn an application for a neighboring power generation facility, according to The Leavenworth Times. The change affects plans for the project’s…
Kansas Department of Commerce earns national recognition for housing and community development programs
Three Kansas Department of Commerce programs have been selected for the 2026 Aliceann Wohlbruck NADO Impact Awards, an honor recognizing innovative efforts to strengthen Kansas communities through housing,…
Panda Kitchen opens in Sabetha, bringing new evening dining hours to downtown
Panda Kitchen is holding a grand opening on Wednesday, September 28 at the corner of Main and Ninth streets in Sabetha. The new restaurant will offer lunch and dinner hours for residents and visitors, with…