Good morning, Olathe.

Three JoCo eateries will serve food at the 18-day FIFA Fan Festival on the south lawn of the National WWI Museum in Kansas City starting this summer, offering live music and big screens.

Taco Naco, Blended Vibes + Argentina Inc. Empanadas will share their local flavors.

Shawnee mom Jessica Juhl says homeschooling gives her family the freedom to choose a flexible schedule as public school enrollment declines.

She explained that while the transition can be challenging, the control over curriculum has proven rewarding for her family.

Kansas officials are monitoring a screwworm threat after a 3-week-old calf in Texas was infected.

The Kansas Department of Agriculture said there is no confirmed case here yet and is working with federal partners + updating rules for animal travel.

Friction Beer Company in Shawnee, known for its Premier League watch parties, will stream every World Cup game starting Thursday, June 11 — and Americana and Ales will host a related tie-in event on June 20.

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.

KC Metro Regional Powerlifting Competition

12-4:30 p.m. — Homefield Olathe — Spectator entry — Witness strength, determination, and sportsmanship at the regional powerlifting showdown.

Star Spangled Spectacular

5-10:30 p.m. — Corporate Woods Founders’ Park — Free entry — Enjoy live music, food trucks, and a festive fireworks finale to celebrate Independence Day.