Governor Laura Kelly presenting WBE to Kathy Pine (right)
PINE LANDSCAPE CENTER Receives Woman Business Enterprise (WBE) Certification & Named Kansas Women’s Business of the Year Supplier/Distributor Firm
Pine Landscape Center is proud to announce that it is officially certified as a Woman Business Enterprise (WBE) by the State of Kansas, Office of Minority and Women Business Development. In addition, Pine Landscape Center has been named Kansas Women’s Business of the Year Supplier/Distributor Firm by the Kansas Department of Commerce.“Being recognized as a WBE presents an exceptional opportunity to enhance our offerings for current partners and customers while exploring new avenues for future expansion,” stated Kathy Pine, Owner of Pine Landscape Center. “I am excited to have achieved this designation and look forward to propelling Pine Landscape Center to greater heights as a member of the WBE community.”
Joan Bowen
THE TRUST COMPANY OF KANSAS Welcomes Joan M. Bowen as Vice President & Trust Officer
Joan Bowen, Vice President & Trust Officer, has joined The Trust Company of Kansas’ Lawrence office. Joan is an accomplished attorney with experience in several practice areas, including estate planning, probate law, estate and gift taxation, and business law. She has also served as Adjunct Faculty for both Newman and Friends University, teaching classes such as Kansas Estate Administration, Legal Assistant Computer Skills, and Masters Research Project. Joan earned her Bachelor’s Degree and Juris Doctor from the University of Kansas. In this role, Joan will foster new and existing relationships with clients in our Lawrence market.”
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CAPITOL FEDERAL® Celebrates Groundbreaking of New Free State Branch in Lawarence, Kansas
Capitol Federal® celebrated the beginning of construction for its new- est full-service branch in Lawrence, KS with a groundbreaking ceremony at the new CapFed® branch location, 4431 Bauer Farm Drive in Lawrence.
CEO John B. Dicus said, “We are excited about this new milestone in our rich history in the Lawrence community. CapFed is dedicated to our customers and communities, and we are eagerly awaiting the opportunity to serve our Lawrence customers at our new Free State branch in 2024.”
Envista
ENVISTA – Delivers Surprise Check Donations Totaling $4,501 to 21 Lawrence Schools
Envista Federal Credit Union is kicking off International Credit Union Week, October 16-20, introducing a “Roots of Kindness” campaign. Envista’s dedication extends far beyond the realm of traditional banking, as they are passionate about nurturing the community and fostering a ripple effect of kindness. Envista has been actively cultivating a culture of kindness, and to start the celebration, they had the pleasure of surprising 21 Lawrence schools with a check donation.
Stevens & Brand, LLP
STEVENS & BRAND, LLP Announces Merger with Newbery, Ungerer & Hickert LLP
The law firms of Stevens & Brand, LLP and Newbery, Ungerer & Hickert, LLP are pleased to announce their merger, creating an expanded Topeka office of Stevens & Brand, LLP. Since 1994, Newbery, Ungerer & Hickert, LLP has provided expertise in tax and estate planning, trust and estate administration, probate, business law, real estate law and mediation. Stevens & Brand, LLP offers a wide range of legal services with 30 attorneys across more than 40 areas of law and a history dating back to 1925, with offices in Topeka and Lawrence.
Heartland Health
HEARTLAND COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER Receives both Kansas Fights Addiction Grants
Heartland Community Health Center, a Federally Qualified Community Health Center (FQHC), serving 20 rural and urban counties in Northeastern Kansas announces the receipt of two substantial grants from the Kansas Fights Addiction program, totaling $400,000 from the Sunflower Foundation. The grant funding is aimed at preventing, reducing, treating, or otherwise abating or remediating substance abuse or addiction These grants will significantly bolster the organization’s commitment to addressing addiction within our community, with one grant specifically designated for addiction treatment and the other for addiction prevention.
Douglas County Community Foundation Supports SparkWheel
SparkWheel is pleased to announce it has received a $4,000 Momentum Grant from the Douglas County Community Foundation. Funding from this grant will support the students that SparkWheel is currently serving at Prairie Park Elementary School. Momentum Grants fuel projects and programs that help people in Douglas County who face poverty build momentum as they take steps to reach their potential and positively impact the community. SparkWheel is passionate about providing students with the tools and resources they need to succeed academically. The funding from this Momentum Grant will be directed towards program materials, a cornerstone of the group’s initiatives. Program materials encompass a wide range of resources, including textbooks, learning aids, and interactive tools that foster a love for learning and nurture academic growth. These materials play a pivotal role in creating engaging and effective learning environments for the students SparkWheel serves.
