Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of slaves and recognizes the ongoing struggle for freedom and equality for Black Americans. Today, I encourage Kansans to support the Black community, reflect on our history, and recommit to truly achieving liberty and justice for all.
Governor Laura Kelly
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Official Twitter account of the Office of Governor Laura Kelly, 48th governor of Kansas.
- As the world comes to Kansas and the KC Metro, traffic is expected to increase as the World Cup continues. Drive safely as we share our highways.Driving is a team sport!! 🌻⚽ With FIFA World Cup 2026™ activities in Lawrence and Kansas City, additional traffic is expected for the next several weeks. On our Kansas highways, we're all on the same team - so drive safe! #FIFAWorldCup #VisitKansas #KCtraffic #WeAre26
GIF - From Topeka High to Cape Canaveral, U.S. Space Force Meteorologist Mark Burger is shaping the future of space exploration. The Topeka native played a key role in evaluating weather for NASA’s Artemis II mission. Mark, you've made the Capital City proud.
- Last week, I visited KCK to speak at the Chamber of Commerce Congressional Forum. While there, chamber delegates graciously gifted me a “Kick it in KCK” soccer jersey just in time for the World Cup. Thank you @kcchamber!
- Kansans have embraced @LesVerts and @AFASeleccionEN and their fans as their own, and last night, history was made in Kansas City. Congratulations, Argentina, on your first win of the World Cup!Argentina has a home in KC 💛 Argentina with a thank you to their supporters for turning Kansas City into a home away from home. 🇦🇷 #FIFAWorldCup #WeAreKansasCity #WeAre26
- Kansas is proud to be the home away from home for both @LesVerts and @AFASeleccionEN during the @FWC26KansasCity World Cup. As our two Kansas base camp teams compete in the first match hosted in Kansas City, we’re cheering them on from Topeka and wishing them the best of luck!
- The @FWC26KansasCity has brought the world to Kansas, and @LesVerts has quickly become part of our community. Thank you for sharing your passion, your culture, and your love of the game with Lawrence and the KC Metro.
- Kansas has been preparing to host international teams and visitors for @FWC26KansasCity for years. Now, Lawrence is hosting @LesVerts at @UnivOfKansas, and the Lawrence community has welcomed Team Algeria, supporting the team during its World Cup training session.
- Today is the final day to submit a nomination for the To The Stars: Kansas Business Awards. If you know an innovative business or entrepreneur creating opportunities in our state, this is your chance to recognize them. Submit yours here:
- We’re committed to improving critical infrastructure, including airports and energy grid resilience projects. By securing investments, the Kansas Infrastructure Hub continues to bring in federal and local funding to support Kansas communities. hayspost.com/posts/59565c9b…
- President Eisenhower shaped our country's interstate highway system and desegregated the Armed Forces. Abilene, the hometown of the 34th President of the U.S., is home to the Eisenhower Museum, where you can learn more about one of Kansas' notable figures.
- On Women Veterans Day, we honor the millions of women veterans in the U.S. and the thousands in Kansas. Every year, on the anniversary of the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act, we take a moment to recognize their courage and resilience and thank them for their service.
- I was proud to sign SB 82—smart, commonsense legislation that strengthens child care access in Kansas. By updating the business tax credit for child care, we’re ensuring Kansas’ economy can thrive while making our state a place where families want to put down roots.


















