Pretzels, Inc., Amazon, and Boxy Charm are among the companies that have recently selected the Kansas City region for new manufacturing and distribution facilities.

Two companies, Regal Art & Gift and Are You Game, have selected the Kansas City region for new distribution center operations with a combined $12.5 million investment.

Excel Industries Inc., a leading manufacturer of turf care products, has chosen to expand operations in the KC region, creating 200 jobs.