Chanute Plant Named 2026 Statewide Winner at Kansas Business Awards

October 20, 2026 – Ash Grove’s Chanute, Kansas, plant has been recognized as a 2026 Statewide Winner in the Manufacturing/Distribution category at the To The Stars: Kansas Business Awards, hosted by the Kansas Department of Commerce.

The annual awards recognize businesses and entrepreneurs for their contributions to Kansas communities and the state’s economy, including achievements in business growth, workforce development, and community engagement.

The Chanute plant has been part of the southeastern Kansas community for more than 100 years. Today, it is one of Ash Grove’s largest cement manufacturing facilities, employing more than 150 people and producing traditional and blended cements used in construction and infrastructure projects across the region.

Congratulations to the Chanute team on this recognition!