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Your daily planner: Tuesday, Aug. 30

Good morning! It’s only Tuesday, but hey, it’s also National Beach Day, so kick back and take it easy. While you’re here though, here’s a quick rundown to get you up to date in Johnson County.

Forecast: ☀️ High: 86, Low: 61. Sunny with pleasantly calm winds, and clear skies this evening.

Diversions

  • Earth Wind & Fire is performing tonight at 7 p.m. at Starlight Theatre in Kansas City, Missouri. Tickets here.
  • JCPRD is hosting an Art & Identity History Lecture Series, the first of which takes place this evening at 6 p.m. at the Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center. Attendance is free, but registration is required.

Noteworthy

  • There were no injuries reported following a fire Sunday afternoon at an Overland Park horse arena near 183rd Street in Overland Park. [KCTV]
  • Overland Park has launched its Chalk the Walk program, which encourages residents to decorate the sidewalks, driveways and other paved surfaces with chalk. [The Kansas City Star]

About the author

Leah Wankum
Leah Wankum

Hi there! I’m Leah Wankum, and I’m the Post’s Deputy Editor. I’m thrilled to call Johnson County home, and I’m deeply committed to the Post’s philosophy that an informed community is a strong community.

I’m a native of mid-Missouri, and attended high school in Jefferson City before going on to the University of Central Missouri, where I earned a master’s degree in mass communication.

Prior to joining the Post as a reporter in 2018, I was the editor of the Richmond News in Ray County, Missouri. I’ve also written for several publications, including the Sedalia Democrat and KC Magazine.

Have a story idea or a comment about our coverage you’d like to share? Email me at leah@johnsoncountypost.com.

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