Saturday, October 19th, 2024
Good morning, Olathe. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of October.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Olathe City Council approved $350 million in incentives for a new phase of the Heartland Coca-Cola bottling plant, expected to significantly expand the facility and employment. Johnson County Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Johnson County, Kansas, prepares for a rare and competitive sheriff's race between Republican nominee Doug Bedford and Democratic nominee Byron Roberson, focusing on fentanyl crisis response and separating politics from law enforcement. KMBC
- ➤ Early voting in Johnson County for Kansas Senate seats begins Oct. 19, with candidate forums and guides available to inform voters on key issues. Johnson County Post
- ➤ Johnson County Post encourages voters to utilize their comprehensive election coverage as early voting for the 2024 elections begins on October 19. Johnson County Post
- ➤ Johnson County opens 10 advance voting sites this Saturday for the November general election, with an additional eight sites starting October 26, allowing all registered voters to vote early in-person without needing an application or reason. Olathe Reporter
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Megan May, the sole female player on Olathe Northwest's junior varsity football team, aims to encourage young girls to pursue the sport, breaking gender norms. KCTV 5
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Community Indoor Swim Session
Experience a refreshing open swim session at the state-of-the-art Olathe Community Center pool.
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Community Slide Event
Experience a fun-filled day at the Olathe Community Center with water slides and various pool activities, ideal for kids tall enough to ride.
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Community Hot Tub Event
Experience a relaxing evening at the community hot tub featuring various pool options for all ages.
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Community Center Open Swim
Experience a fun and relaxing lap swim session at the community center's 25-yard pool, suitable for all ages.
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Preschool Splash at Olathe Community Center
Experience a fun-filled morning at the Olathe Community Center featuring activities for preschool-aged children in a vibrant community setting.
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RE/MAX Beyond Trunk or Treat 2024
Experience a festive evening filled with Halloween-themed activities, treats, and contests at the Second Annual Halloween Trunk or Treat event.
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River Walk Experience at Olathe Community Center
Experience a leisurely river walk suitable for all ages at the Olathe Community Center, with various water activities and safety guidelines in place.
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Open Swim at Olathe Community Center
Experience the joy of swimming laps in a well-maintained 25-yard pool, suitable for all ages, at the Olathe Community Center.
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Slides Pool Event
Experience a fun-filled day at the Community Center's pool with thrilling slides and relaxing leisure spaces for all ages.
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River Walk Experience
Experience a relaxing and enjoyable river walk suitable for all ages at the Olathe Community Center's pool facilities.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
A happy person isn't someone who's happy all the time. It's someone who effortlessly interprets events in a way that benefits them.
~ Naval Ravikant
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