Good morning, Olathe.

This February, Johnson County saw a mix of business changes with new openings including a Leawood speakeasy and a downtown Overland Park clothing shop, closures like Holy Moly Doughnuts, and upcoming launches such as Clementine’s Ice Cream’s Gooey Butter Cake flavor — a snapshot of the region’s dynamic local economy.

Purple Meadows Lavender Farm in Spring Hill is unveiling Violet Vault, a 33-foot dome that offers an immersive nature experience with themed visuals and a lavender bar, set to open early to mid-May for private events and community gatherings — boosting year-round business.

Olathe Public Libraries issued a memo instructing staff to remain calm and professional if federal agents visit a branch and to ask for identification rather than record or interfere — library administrators will handle any warrant reviews to protect patron privacy.

Data from the county appraiser shows homeowners in Olathe will see a 4.3 percent increase on existing home appraisals in 2026, below the county average of 5 percent (66061 up 5.6 percent and 66062 up 3 percent).

Lemon Drop Days Weekend

12 PM – 6 PM — Hometown Olathe Family Farm — Free entry — Celebrate spring with lemon-inspired drinks, fun activities, and vibrant energy at this lively farm event.