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Thursday, January 1st, 2026
Good morning, Olathe. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Last year, Johnson County businesses opened new spots and closed several favorites, and more are planned to open soon. Olathe retailers and eateries (including local restaurants and stores) will add to the region’s evolving business scene this year. Johnson County Post
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At the Johnson County Museum, over 45,000 visitors joined guided tours, school programs, and community free days during a record year. In 2026, new exhibits + a refreshed All-Electric House display will open to celebrate local history and community connection. Johnson County Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ JCCC has grown from its founding in 1969 to become the largest community college in the Kansas City area, and in June 2025 its board approved a new 10-year Facilities Master Plan for its Overland Park campus. Additional details will be posted on the college website as the plan develops. Johnson County Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Johnson County has opened warming centers today for anyone needing shelter with snacks, hot drinks + phone charging available at Christ Community Church in Shawnee and the Salvation Army in Olathe from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. KCTV 5
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Kansas City Boat and Fishing Show
12 PM – 4 PM — Bartle Hall — $13.75 adults, free for children under 16 — Discover an extensive range of boats and fishing gear with expert tips and family-friendly activities.
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1860s Dance Party
2 PM — Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop-Farm — Light refreshments available — Celebrate Kansas Statehood with an afternoon of live music and vintage dance fun.
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