Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 2nd of November.
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🏘️ Community
Johnson County Library is helping local voters prepare for the general election by offering trusted voting news, sample ballots, and guidance to locate polling places.
Monticello Library is one of six early voting sites open since Oct. 25—staff are ready to assist voters through noon on Nov. 3.
🏛️ Government
Johnson County food pantries are preparing for a surge in need as the federal shutdown has created uncertainty over SNAP benefits despite a court ruling to use contingency funds.
Local organizers report a rise in calls and walk-ins & urge donations to help meet the growing demand.
🏈 Sports
Blue Valley West upset Shawnee Mission East by a score of 42 to 35 in the first round of the state playoffs on Halloween night at Shawnee Mission South District Stadium.
The Jaguars secured a key pick-six in the second half (the win sets them up to face Olathe Northwest next week).
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