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Friday, July 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Olathe. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of July.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Following a Tuesday retirement announcement by city manager Michael Wilkes—who served for 27 years—the city council will meet in a closed session to decide on his replacement scheduled for the first quarter of 2026. Olathe Reporter
- ➤ On Tuesday, Olathe city government renewed several traffic contracts and set up a new fire safety contract for hydrant inspections. The streetlight contract with Custom Lighting Services — Black and McDonald — was renewed for one year with an anticipated cost of $500,000. Olathe Reporter
- ➤ The Olathe City Council voted Tuesday 7—0 to raise the transient guest tax so it now matches nearby cities. The tax revenue will be split equally between the Chamber of Commerce and the Convention and Visitors Bureau to support economic development. Olathe Reporter
- ➤ The Kansas Department of Transportation received federal approval to start work on the long-term K-10 Corridor Capacity Improvement Plan in Johnson County—plans that may add lanes and improve interchanges near Lexington Avenue to ease rising traffic. KDOT will begin future phases and offer public feedback as the area grows—efforts linked to increasing local development. KSHB
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Shawnee native Cameron Meade, who finished second at Old Shawnee Days by eating 25 hot dogs in 10 minutes, will compete today in Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest—a Fourth of July event known worldwide where top eaters like Joey Chestnut will take on the challenge. KMBC
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Olathe Babies Night Out
4:00 – 5:30 p.m. — Olathe Family YMCA — Enjoy a relaxed night out while your little one plays in a social environment designed for babies and toddlers.
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DCI Drum Corps International
3:30-4:45 AM — College Boulevard Activity Center — No hidden fees — Experience the thrill of live drum corps performances.
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On-Site Tour at The Gardens
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — The Gardens at Creekside — Free entry — Explore vibrant living options and exceptional amenities in a welcoming community.
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Sleigh The Summer
12-7 p.m. — Hometown Olathe Family Farm — Free to attend — Celebrate holiday cheer in July with unique vendors and festive fun.
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The Great Car Show 2025
10 AM – 3 PM — National WWI Museum and Memorial — $7 Adults, $3 Kids, $55-$100 Vehicle Registration — Experience jaw-dropping cars, food trucks, and museum history all for a great cause.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Courage is being scared to death but saddling up anyway.
~ John Wayne
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