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Saturday, October 18th, 2025
Good morning, Olathe. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of October.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Olathe Police Department announced Thursday that it is offering free resources for people with autism or other neurodivergent traits to improve interactions with officers—this initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance communication nationwide. Olathe Reporter
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On October 16, the NFL and American Heart Association launched the 2025 Nation of Lifesavers™ Player Ambassador Class to spread CPR awareness — the program features 31 NFL players including Kansas City Chiefs' Creed Humphrey and George Kalaftis. KCTV 5
- ➤ The Olathe School District sent letters on Thursday to families at Santa Fe Trail Middle School—warning that a confirmed case of whooping cough may have exposed students. The district said children who have coughed for two weeks should see a doctor and stay home until they complete five days of antibiotics—ensuring they do not spread the illness. FOX 4 Kansas City
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Johnson County officials approved a deal to sell the county owned 455000 square foot former CenturyLink headquarters near Gardner to Kansas City based Sky Partners II, LLC for 5 million dollars. The sale will include a nearby 13000 square foot building and 37 acres and is pending a 120 day due diligence period — officials expect finalization soon. Johnson County Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mill Valley Jaguars set a season high with 63 points on Oct. 17 when they defeated Olathe Northwest Ravens 63—28 at the Olathe District Activity Center—quarterback Blake Jay and running back Max Piva combined for seven scores to help snap the Ravens' five-game win streak. Johnson County Post
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