Valvoline Instant Oil Change has received approval from Lawrence, Kan., municipal officials to build a new location in the city.

Construction on a new Valvoline Instant Oil Change will start in May with a planned opening date in early fall.

The Ad Astra Award identifies Kansas businesses for their unique contributions to the economic health and welfare of the state.

This award comes just months after BG Products, Inc., received four awards as part of the Wichita Business Journal’s 2019 Manufacturing, Wholesale and Distribution Awards, including Overall Excellence for the second year running.