Daily
Olathe
Friday, May 16th, 2025
Good morning, Olathe. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Olathe Salvation Army opened its emergency shelter for over 100 families displaced when Gardner City Government condemned the Aspen Place Apartments on May 6 — the complex was declared unsafe due to water, sewer, and road hazards. Olathe Reporter
- ➤ Harvesters released new data showing that more residents in the Kansas City region sought food help as donations and federal funding fell. The food bank estimated nearly 375,000 people in its 27-county area, including more than 110,000 children, experienced food insecurity— and it hopes the Kansas food tax elimination will ease some challenges. KSHB
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Gary Bailey (24) pleaded guilty to two counts for stealing merchandise worth $418,000 from 23 stores across six states from March 2023 to January 2024 and faces up to 10 years in prison without parole along with a pending restitution order at sentencing. KCTV 5
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Johnson County and its community college have partnered to launch a scholarship that covers all tuition and fees for dependents of first responders killed in the line of duty—this program serves children from 28 agencies and was highlighted by Olathe Fire Chief Jeff DeGraffenreid. The initiative aims to ease the educational costs for families impacted by these service losses. KCTV 5
- ➤ Superintendents from Olathe School District, Blue Valley Schools, and Shawnee Mission opposed the Educational Choice for Children Act in a letter that stated the bill would let public funds go to private schools. They argued the change would lower accountability and student support—reducing access for many—and urged Kansas congressional leaders to keep public dollars in public schools. KSHB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Olathe City Government will return staff to its improved city hall in June after months of renovations that updated the HVAC system + installed new carpet, paint and furniture + added a modern look to the workspace. Olathe Reporter
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Measles cases are growing with 935 confirmed this year and 46 in southwest Kansas; the virus spreads easily and can make people very sick. Health officials advise anyone exposed to isolate and call their doctor before visiting a healthcare facility + Kansas is urging parents in outbreak areas to follow an accelerated vaccine schedule while adults check their past immunizations. Johnson County Post
-
On-Site Tour of Senior Living Communities
9 AM - 7 PM — Santa Marta — Free entry — Explore award-winning senior living communities known for exceptional care and engaging activities.
-
OPEN HOUSE 6/12 & 6/13 from 4-7pm & 6/14 from 10-Noon in St. James Court
Come & See this Meticulously cared for Reverse 1.5 Story Townhome in the Maintenance-Provided St. James Court Thursday & Friday from 4-7pm and Saturday from 10-Noon. Boasting 2643 SqFt including generous primary suite on main floor, 2 other bedrooms, sunroom, and the best in open concept living, it's listed for just $500,000.
-
Olathe Downtown Scavenger Hunt Adventure
1-10 p.m. — Downtown Olathe — Ticket required — Embark on a fun-filled scavenger hunt exploring historical sites and local treasures.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The only normal people are the ones you don't know very well.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily Olathe
Daily Olathe is a community newsletter sharing current events in Olathe, Kansas. Our mission is to make local news more accessible, highlight extraordinary people across the Olathe community, and support local organizations. If you like Daily Olathe, you can support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Olathe.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Olathe and across Kansas. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to make local news more accessible and highlight extraordinary people across the Olathe community.
We help people in Olathe save time finding the news that matters most to them: local news in Olathe, about Olathe, curated especially for you on a daily basis—all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Olathe
A free Olathe community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most critical news for the community every day.
- No spam
- Daily emails, only news! We never sell your data.
© Daily Olathe. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailyolathe.com/sitemap