Daily
Olathe
Saturday, July 12th, 2025
Good morning, Olathe. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Families in JoCo can use the Sunflower Summer app to get free student tickets and one free adult voucher per attraction until Aug. 3, providing low-cost access to museums, parks and historic sites. Local options include the Legler Barn Museum in Lenexa and the Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop — Farm Historic Site in Olathe. Johnson County Post
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sugaring LA, a California-based skincare and hair removal studio, soft opened at 8065 Metcalf Ave in downtown Overland Park and will celebrate its grand opening today—marking its first entry into Johnson County. The studio offers both in-studio services and retail products for those seeking organic alternatives. Johnson County Post
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Three civil rights attorneys—Andrew M. Stroth, Steven A. Hart, and Ben Stelter-Embry—were hired by the family of Jose Enrique Cartagena Chacon, who was killed by Lenexa police on June 22 at Lenexa Crossing Apartments, and they will independently investigate the shooting by demanding immediate access to body cam footage and officer names. Johnson County Post
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Olathe officially debuted its 2025 sculpture series—an annual set of seven rotating pieces by regional and national artists specially placed beyond downtown—after leasing the collection for one year. Olathe Reporter
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kansas City Public School District is facing a federal funding freeze that may cut over $1.1 million from refugee and immigrant programs, which has disrupted planning and essential services. Olathe Public Schools expects to lose about $1 million from its general fund and other districts are assessing the impact of frozen federal aid—official reports show more than $4.1 million affected—raising concerns for support programs. KSHB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The planning commission will receive an update on early work for Olathe’s new comprehensive plan Monday—details include public engagement results, key data trends, the project timeline and next steps in the process. Olathe Reporter
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Johnson County MED-ACT reported that pool drowning calls nearly doubled this summer and urged residents to use safety measures like constant supervision, proper barriers, and learning CPR—drowning can happen in seconds. Local EMS crews trained for aquatic emergencies advise families to avoid distractions and designate a water watcher—simple steps that help make pool time safer. Johnson County
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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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Sporting KC Summer Rec Camp
9-11 a.m. — Homefield Olathe — $125 — An action-packed soccer camp for boys and girls of all skill levels from Pre-K to 5th Grade.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
By the time a man realizes that his father was right, he has a son who thinks he's wrong.
~ Charles Wadsworth
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