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Missouri One Start, a division of the Department of Economic Development (DED), announced today that the application period for the Intern and Apprentice Tax Credit is open through November 15, 2025.
Progress Rail, a complete provider of rolling stock and infrastructure solutions, announced today that it will expand in Kansas City, creating 85 new jobs. The company is making a multi-million-dollar investment to convert its Kansas City production facility into a re-manufacturing facility through this expansion.
Orise Distribution, a startup wholesale distributor of medical supplies, announced today that it will expand in St. Louis, investing $6.2 million and creating 40 new jobs. The company’s expansion includes the addition of more than 5,000 square feet of space to its existing facility.

Schütz Container Systems, an industrial container and packaging manufacturer, announced today that it will expand in St. Joseph, investing $31 million and creating 20 new jobs. The company’s expansion includes adding a new manufacturing line for industrial packaging.

“Missouri is proud to welcome Schütz’s new facility to St. Joseph,” said Governor Mike Kehoe. “Their investment reinforces

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