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Friday, July 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Olathe. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Best of Johnson County campaign announced winners in the Pets categories with KISS Dog Training earning Best Dog Trainer for its positive reinforcement-based in-home sessions+its award reflects trust in modern, effective training; contest organizers will reveal winners in the Best Health, Medical and Dental categories tomorrow+the campaign continues to honor local pet excellence. Johnson County Post
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Overnight storms on July 17 knocked out power for over 12,000 residents in Johnson County and led to water rescues from flooded roads, including a closure of I-35 in Merriam—officials reported no injuries and a flood warning remained until 9 a.m. Thursday. Johnson County Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials approved Tuesday a 2 percent special sales tax incentive—covering $4.5 million of the $10.5 million cost—and set a new construction deadline for the upcoming Downtown Olathe Char Bar Smoked Meats and Pickleball restaurant. The added tax will be levied for 22 years to fund construction expenses. Olathe Reporter
- ➤ The Olathe City Council approved a plan to raise tax revenue in 2026 by exceeding the revenue neutral rate. The city will use a mill levy of 23.317—thanks to a 7 percent rise in home appraisals, it is set to collect about $10 million more in taxes. Olathe Reporter
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Habitat for Humanity is building a $5 million affordable housing project that will add 14 single-family homes in Olathe near 159th Street and Black Bob Road using volunteers and local partners—its first homeowner has already been accepted. The neighborhood will include green space and a park, and eight homes are expected to be finished by year’s end—providing stable, affordable options for local families. Johnson County Post
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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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