Elections

Prairie Village voters reject PV United candidates, measure to “abandon” government. What happens next?

Juliana Garcia and Josh Merchant -

Prairie Village voters turned out in record-breaking numbers on Nov. 4 to reject all six candidates backed by Prairie Village United in a decisive victory for allies of the incumbent City Council. In all, 60% of Prairie Village voters cast ballots for a candidate who supports the municipal complex project...

Federal agents arrest 6 people in Lenexa during traffic stop — Here’s what we know

Some JoCo school board races remain too close to call — Here’s where things stand

La Fetta opens in Overland Park, serving sandwiches and Italian goods

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Overland Park Mayor Curt Skoog coasts to reelection win, city council incumbent is ousted

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See unofficial final results for 2025 local elections in Johnson County

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Royals surveying fans about 3 possible future stadium sites, including Overland Park

A Kansas City Royals survey that started going out to thousands of fans this week touches on prospective locations for new stadiums, and Overland...

FOOD & DRINK

Former mastermind at Tippin’s Pies opening bakery in northern Leawood

2 IHOPs close their doors in Johnson County

Leawood Asian restaurant that also doubled as antique shop will close for good soon

New coffee shop aims to be ‘first of its kind’ in Overland Park

LOCAL BUSINESS

Karats Jewelers reopening soon in new Overland Park space

Discount retailer TJ Maxx opening soon in Gardner

New art gallery in downtown OP marks new chapter for local painter

Dozer, indoor sand playground in Leawood, opening 2nd JoCo location — this one dino-themed

Japanese home goods retailer eyes old Pan-Asia Market space in Overland Park

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OVERLAND PARK NEWS

Helping Hands of JoCo: This volunteer helps keep the wheels turning at Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead

How Johnson County Head Start programs are weathering the federal government shutdown

This college student from Overland Park has launched a new AI business. It’s not his first endeavor.

SHAWNEE NEWS

4 newcomers win seats to Shawnee City Council

Shawnee will loan money to bring a new coffee shop downtown — Here’s the plan

Developers break ground on new Shawnee subdivision aimed at renters

LENEXA NEWS

3 incumbents, 1 newcomer win seats on Lenexa City Council in unofficial results

Lenexa toddler in running for national ‘Baby of the Year’ competition

After 32 years in Lenexa, Police Chief Dawn Layman is leaving to take new job in another state

OLATHE NEWS

In election upset, Olathe voters oust long-serving city councilmember

Olathe North wins record 5th straight KS state gymnastics title. It was bittersweet.

Olathe Police investigate motorcycle crash that left driver hospitalized

LEAWOOD NEWS

Leawood parents whose children have been hit by cars urge city to make streets safer

Leawood voters pick 2 newcomers and reelect 2 incumbents to city council

Leawood inviting public to chime in on plan to remake old city hall site

PRAIRIE VILLAGE NEWS

Prairie Village voters overwhelmingly reject question to ‘abandon’ city government

On eve of critical Prairie Village election, judge dismisses lawsuit seeking to block city hall project

After ‘dysfunctional’ meeting, Prairie Village to consider city climate action guide

NORTHEAST JOCO NEWS

From Merriam to Westwood, see who won races for NEJC mayors and city councils

‘Phenomenal to see the support’ — Mission Community Food Pantry celebrates 5 years

Merriam mayor bristles at challenger’s claim he doesn’t reside ‘full-time’ in town, turning campaign personal

Latest Obituaries

Robert Joseph “Bob” Holtgraver Sr.

Linda Sue Bousman

Henry Herbert Klemp

Alan Fredric Wilms

Vineta “Neta” Gafford McCall

K-12 EDUCATION

Op-ed criticizing Blue Valley’s budget earns rebuke from superintendent, parents and board candidates

Supporters rally behind fired Blue Valley teacher as district defends decision

Gardner Edgerton schools’ social media post honored Charlie Kirk. Critics call it ‘tone-deaf.’

Blue Valley parents say longtime kindergarten teacher shouldn’t be fired for picking up student

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