Good morning, Olathe.

Under a new Kansas law, bars can stay open 23 hours during the World Cup if local officials vote to allow the extended hours.

Some owners plan to host watch parties + boost safety measures while others caution that increased staffing could be a challenge.

Hy-Vee Fast and Fresh will soon open a new gas station and convenience store at the Alden Center development near 135th and Greenwood in Olathe - it is near Academy Sports and Outdoors and Hobby Lobby.

Educators and local officials gathered Wednesday morning at MidAmerica Nazarene University to address K-12 teacher shortages by changing the narrative around education.

Speakers challenged community members to lead by example (focusing on kindness, self-care, and emotion regulation).

Johnson County school districts say state funding for special education has been below the required 92% since 2011, forcing them to use local funds for student programs.

They received additional funding ($6 million) for next school year and will ask lawmakers for full support.

Residents working in their yards might notice more ladybugs this spring, as warmer February and March temperatures spurred an early population boom, according to K-State Extension expert Matthew McKernan + who noted the beneficial insects help control garden pests.

Johnson County transit will switch to a cashless fare system on June 1 after six years of free rides, and two new bus services will run during the World Cup from June 11 to July 13 to ease travel for fans.

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.

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.