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Saturday, February 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Olathe. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ QuikTrip is set to transform a former Red Lobster location in Olathe into a new gas station and convenience store after receiving approval from the city's Planning Commission. Johnson County Post
- ➤ Johnson County shelters face a capacity crisis and advocate for pet microchipping to improve reunions with owners and reduce shelter populations. Johnson County Post
- ➤ Patrick Mahomes' foundation collaborates with a nonprofit to offer 10 early childhood education scholarships to underserved Kansas City families. KMBC
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A space heater is believed to have caused a house fire in Olathe, Kansas, with no injuries reported, prompting officials to stress safety precautions. KMBC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Olathe woman has been indicted for wire fraud after allegedly using her employer's debit card to purchase over $250,000 worth of luxury handbags and other personal items. KCTV 5
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Olathe West graduate Kaden Potter, along with Brett Kessler, were the professional dancers behind Martha Stewart's impressive moves in a Skechers Super Bowl commercial. Johnson County Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Olathe School District plans for students to return on Tuesday after a short break, with the possibility of extended closure due to forecasted snow and low temperatures. Olathe Reporter
- ➤ Adele Gibbens, an eighth grader from Indian Trail Middle School, secured victory at the Olathe Spelling Bee, advancing to the national competition. Olathe Reporter
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Olathe's infrastructure project at I-35/Santa Fe interchange impacts local businesses, with property owners facing relocations, closures, or eminent domain disputes. KSHB
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