Good morning, Olathe.

Smokin’ Oak Wood-Fired Pizza and Taproom opened Monday at Olathe Station shopping center (15241 W.

119th St.) in its Johnson County debut. The pizzeria offers wood-fired pizzas, local craft pours and more, marking its first location in the KC metro after Smashburger’s closure in 2024.

Officials addressed questions about special ed funding shortfalls and enrollment declines in Johnson County, with Blue Valley Schools cutting programs and raising fees and Shawnee Mission noting shifts in its Hispanic student population.

They pointed to rising homeschooling affecting public enrollment (viewer inquiries provided the details).

Amber Hartsook is asking the school district to change its policy to allow Treyton's name to be spoken at graduation.

Treyton, an Olathe South senior who died in a car accident over winter break, will remain honored on the printed program.

Health officials in the Kansas City region are monitoring a hantavirus outbreak linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship near Cabo Verde; they said Thursday that no Missouri residents have been affected as American travelers are being monitored for symptoms after exposures in Argentina and other parts of South America.

Kansas City area health agencies are monitoring a hantavirus outbreak on an Argentina-based passenger cruise ship with three deaths, though no cases have been reported locally.

They are ramping up surveillance & coordination ahead of World Cup training and matches in the metro area.

Free E-Waste Drop-Off in Olathe

8 a.m.-2 p.m. — Household Hazardous Waste — Free service — Dispose of your electronic waste safely and help keep Olathe clean.

Dino & Vino: A Unique Farm Experience

5-8 p.m. — KC Pumpkin Patch — Admission required — Enjoy an evening of wine and optional cow cuddling in a picturesque farm setting.