Daily
Olathe
Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Olathe. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A GoFundMe for a partially paralyzed goat named Wheelie Nelson in Shawnee raised over $8,000 to pay for a custom wheelchair and ongoing care. Owner Jordyn Doherty said the funds will also cover therapy, food, and medical support on her parents’ farm (where the goat has become a local favorite). Johnson County Post
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ La Tiara taco shells and seasoning will soon be available again as General Mills relaunches the brand exclusively at Walmart. Fans can buy the products online starting April 13 and in stores beginning April 20 (after local demand spurred the revival). KSHB
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Oracle is cutting 539 jobs in its local operations + the last day for affected employees is June 1. Economic experts say the layoffs could ripple through local employment as the company shifts focus to AI and data centers. KMBC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Jimmie Kinder, a colon cancer survivor diagnosed at age 50, is urging residents to get colonoscopies as doctors note a rise in colorectal cancer among younger adults; guidelines recommend starting screenings at age 45 (or earlier with a family history). KSHB
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Wine Glass DIY: Make & Take
1-2 p.m. — Hometown Olathe Family Farm — $16 — Unwind with a creative touch by making your own personalized wine glass.
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One Day Soccer Camp with Sporting KC
9 a.m.-12 p.m. — Homefield Olathe — Cost not mentioned — Enhance your soccer skills with engaging activities led by Sporting KC youth coaches.
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Garmin Olathe Marathon
6:45 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Garmin — Check website for registration fees — Test your limits at the unique 10K race in the heart of Olathe.
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