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Saturday, February 28th, 2026
Good morning, Olathe. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ 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. Johnson County Post
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 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. Johnson County Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. Johnson County Post
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ 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). Olathe Reporter
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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.
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