Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of May.
Good morning, Olathe.
🏘️ Community
Local cities and the county will host free World Cup watch parties at multiple venues in June and July, including Shawnee Mission Park, downtown Overland Park, Lenexa City Center, Park Place and Mission Market.
Fans will enjoy live entertainment, food trucks and giant screens (registration is required for each event).
🎓 Education
The Olathe Public Library is offering a free summer reading program that gives kids prizes like stuffed dinosaurs, books, lemonade and soccer backpacks.
The program runs through August 2 and uses the Beanstack app to track reading.
📰 Real Estate
The Olathe City Council approved the Forest View townhome project on May 19 near K-7 and 119th Street.
Rodrock Development will build 14 two-story buildings in two phases — first 48 then 24 units — with walking trails, a picnic area, and open space, even as traffic and parking concerns remain.
🎉 Olathe Events
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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.
Roars & Rainbows with Cow Cuddling
Select time slots — KC Pumpkin Patch — Cost dependent on cuddling session — Experience sweet snuggles and picture-perfect moments with gentle highland cows amidst a day of vibrant fun.
Rap, Reps & Recovery
6-7:30 p.m. — The Studio School of Dance — Vegan snack social included — Where fitness meets fun in a community celebration of movement.
6th Annual Wine & Wheels Fathers Day Auto Show
9:30 AM – 3:00 PM — Hometown Olathe Family Farm — Free entry — Celebrate Dad with an exotic car show featuring live music and prizes.
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