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Olathe
Wednesday, September 17th, 2025
Good morning, Olathe. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of September.
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Jason Peters of Arvest Bank is guiding Olathe residents on their homeownership journey by advising whether to buy, build, or renovate—he explains that various mortgage options including conventional, FHA, USDA, and VA loans offer choices and local service can help with future claims. Johnson County Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday night, the Olathe City Council approved the 2026 budget as new construction raised assessed property values. The budget uses a 23.317 mill levy — keeps the tax rate flat — and allocates 71 percent for public safety and infrastructure, which may cause higher property tax bills. KSHB
- ➤ Tuesday, Olathe City Council approved rezoning and preliminary site plans for a new Lineage Logistics cold storage facility by a 5—2 vote amid neighbor concerns over increased truck traffic and safety near Lone Elm Park—officials said the $300 million project will create 200 jobs and keep tax revenue in the city. Some residents worried that the facility’s 24/7 operations and use of anhydrous ammonia may lead to road congestion and potential annexation by Spring Hill. FOX 4 Kansas City
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tuesday night at Arrowhead Stadium, the Chiefs hosted an all-abilities camp in partnership with Special Olympics Kansas, Special Olympics Missouri, and the YMCA Challenger Program to offer personalized jerseys and player interactions. Lightning forced the event indoors, yet the team still gave the athletes a memorable experience—showing their long-standing commitment to inclusion. KCTV 5
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Library Lets Loose
12 AM – 10 PM — Johnson County Library - Central Resource — Ticketed event — Celebrate the Freedom to Read with delicious drinks, food, conversation, games, and dancing.
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ASL-for-All 5K Walk, Run & Roll
8:30-9:45 a.m. — Frontier Park — Donations encouraged — Celebrate and support a shared signing community for Deaf and non-Deaf individuals.
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2025 KC Pumpkin Patch Homeschool Day
9 AM – 1 PM — KC Pumpkin Patch — Ticket required — A fun-filled homeschool field trip at a lively pumpkin patch.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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