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Kids getting summer stir crazy? Here are some free and cheap things to do around JoCo before school returns

Kaylie McLaughlin -

If you’re running out of things to do or your kiddos are starting to go stir-crazy in the last few weeks of summer break, here’s a list of free or cheap, indoor and outdoor activities to do around Johnson County: Several local attractions are included in Sunflower Summer For the past...

High-profile civil rights attorneys now representing family of man killed by Lenexa police

Organic skincare company Sugaring LA opens in Overland Park

Local obituaries from June 27 – July 10

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‘Parents: Pay attention, please’ — Prairie Village may restrict e-scooters and e-bikes

Kansas State Supreme Court vacates conviction of man accused of murdering Olathe woman

Police chase that began in KCMO ends on Metcalf in Overland Park

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Overland Park Police launch cold case website. Some cases are 50+ years old

The Overland Park Police Department is hoping the public can help solve its cold homicide cases. That was the impetus behind the department launching a...

‘People are moving here’ — Gardner OKs plan for 250 homes in mostly rural area

Gardner has advanced plans for a new neighborhood of nearly 250 homes coming to the far west end of the city, despite a vocal...

Overland Park advances $280M incentive package for Black & Veatch HQ redevelopment

Overland Park engineering firm Black & Veatch is one step closer to turning its headquarters into a mixed-use district with a boost from hundreds...

After 77 years, Village Hairstyling barbershop to close at Shops of Prairie Village

For 77 years, barbers have shared stories, cracked jokes and cut hair at Village Hairstyling. Memories line the walls of the shop at 3919 Prairie...

Could this Overland Park office building be new city hall? City council takes big step to make it so

Overland Park is taking steps to acquire a seven-story office building near College Boulevard and Metcalf Avenue for $22.5 million that will serve as...

FOOD & DRINK

Poke and sushi restaurant taking over former BBQ spot in Overland Park

Groundhouse Coffee in Gardner closes drive-thru location

Florida-based Smokin’ Oak pizzeria on its way to Olathe

Locally owned 87 Wine & Spirits now open in Lenexa

LOCAL BUSINESS

Clothing retailer J. Crew headed to Leawood’s Town Center Crossing

Styling-focused salon Drybar bringing its blowouts to Leawood

Custom design company The Designery now open in Overland Park

Wellness studio and spa to fill out new space on busy SM Parkway stretch

Walmart beef production facility opens in Olathe, bringing 600+ jobs with it

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OVERLAND PARK NEWS

This Blue Valley teen uses AI to research cancer. Trump’s budget cuts could halt his work

Overland Park proposes 2026 budget with flat tax rate — What does it mean for you?

Asian fusion chain Teriyaki Madness wants to grow in Overland Park

SHAWNEE NEWS

Shawnee man will compete in Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest in NYC

Prosecutors charge Lenexa man, saying he tried to shoot and kill Shawnee cop

Local home builder expanding Shawnee neighborhood on Clare Road

LENEXA NEWS

ACLU calls on Lenexa Police to release footage of shooting that left MO man dead

AdventHealth set to open new hospital at Lenexa City Center in first phase of bigger campus

Family, friends of man killed in Lenexa police shooting want body cam footage released. What does law say?

OLATHE NEWS

1 driver sent to hospital after vehicles collide on Lone Elm in Olathe

2 Olathe house fires blocks apart cause ‘significant’ damage, displace families

Olathe author’s new children’s book urges young readers to embrace their uniqueness

LEAWOOD NEWS

Leawood open house reveals new designs for repurposing old city hall

Leawood’s Town Center Crossing and Town Center Plaza shopping centers get new owners

Ex-Hereford House kitchen worker pleads guilty to contaminating food

PRAIRIE VILLAGE NEWS

Spurred by resident complaints, Prairie Village looks to address teardown-rebuild noise issues

PHOTOS: Families enjoy Fourth of July at VillageFest 2025

Prairie Village moves to dismiss resident’s lawsuit challenging municipal complex project

NORTHEAST JOCO NEWS

After Johnson County mother’s overdose death, prosecutor charged dealers with murder

This northeast Johnson County city wants to turn front yards into art galleries

1 person injured after 2 cars crash on rainy I-35 in Johnson County

Latest Obituaries

Shirley Ann Hill

Pyare Mohan

James F. Gracy

Roberta Rae “Robbie” Burkett-Zipp

Michael E. Palmer

K-12 EDUCATION

Shawnee Mission and Olathe school districts push back on AG letter accusing them of ‘illegal’ trans student policies

Archdiocese bars Bishop Miege president from ‘all active ministry’

Olathe may close this elementary school next year and repurpose it. Here’s how

‘I hope that’s my legacy’ — After nearly 3 decades in Blue Valley, Superintendent Tonya Merrigan says farewell

Bishop Miege High School president put on leave, investigation ongoing