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Olathe
Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Good morning, Olathe. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kansas City Action for Animals placed a billboard on Carter Avenue near I-35 urging the Shawnee Pet Stop to free Frankie (a capuchin monkey held in a 10-foot cage for nearly 20 years). The billboard will be displayed for one month, prompting community members to visit website for info. Johnson County Post
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, the Olathe City Council advanced a plan to develop a car wash & coffee shop at the intersection of Santa Fe and Ridgeview. Further details on construction and opening will be released soon. Olathe Reporter
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Johnson County Museum in Overland Park has received the 2026 Museum Impact Award from the American Alliance of Museums for its REDLINED initiative (Cities, Suburbs, and Segregation) that engaged over 40,000 visitors and more than 100 programs to drive local dialogue today. Johnson County
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Amber Hartsook, whose 18-year-old son Treyton died in a car accident six months ago, says Olathe Schools must read his name at graduation instead of only printing it. Nearly 4,000 community members have signed a petition + the board kept the existing policy. KSHB
- ➤ Olathe Public Schools submitted a voluntary resolution agreement on May 8 to address allegations from the U.S. Department of Education regarding Title IX and FERPA while firmly rejecting the claims. The district maintains its compliance with all laws and remains focused on academic excellence and community wellbeing. KMBC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Aulya Daniels, a 15-year-old gymnast from Olathe, is training at Liberty Gymnastics after attending a national team camp last week; she is preparing for the Pan Am Games and a potential Olympic run. Coach Terin Humphrey (a two-time silver medalist) said the camp offered valuable exposure to top gymnasts. KCTV 5
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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.
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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Salvador Dali
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