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Saturday, May 31st, 2025
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Good morning, Olathe. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Derek Buckridge—Urban Trail Co. president and a construction supervisor—leads local volunteers in building and maintaining trails for hiking and mountain biking at places like Cedar Niles Park in Olathe. The nonprofit partners with local agencies to keep trails safe and clear and uses about 500 to 600 volunteers for construction and upkeep. Johnson County Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Olathe Police are moving forward with a new $15M shooting range after City Council approved rezoning on May 6 for a site near I-35 and 167th Street—an area buffered by nearby industrial development and a rock quarry. The project will be built in three phases with $2M from the FBI and is expected to finish in early 2026 while preserving most woodland and the stream corridor. Johnson County Post
- ➤ The Olathe City Council and city staff will meet on Tuesday to explore plans for new attainable housing—an effort to ease rising tax bills from a limited supply of affordable homes. Officials said the discussion will guide future steps in the city’s housing market. Olathe Reporter
- ➤ Johnson County officials are drafting a policy to guide the use of AI in internal operations—covering dispatcher training, email review, and mental health billing—while ensuring human oversight and data security. The policy will set standards for transparency and ethical use as the county cautiously expands AI tools for efficiency and error checks. Johnson County Post
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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2025 F.I.S.H Golf Tournament
6:30 AM – 4:00 PM — Prairie Highlands Golf Club — Varies — Sign up or sponsor at this exciting community golf tournament.
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Summer Solstice Puppy Yoga
10-11 a.m. — Meadowbrook Park Clubhouse — $25 ($27 for nonresidents) — Combine gentle yoga with cuddly puppies in a stress-relieving class perfect for all skill levels.
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Senior Living Showcase
9 AM - 7 PM — The Village at Olathe — Free entry — Explore award-winning senior living communities and discover engaging activities for residents.
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