Tuesday, November 11th, 2025
Good morning, Olathe. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 11th of November.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On November 10th, a new Minority Business Spotlight story featured a local minority-owned company that works to serve the community better—its report explains the company’s mission and plans to grow local jobs. The story highlights the business's leadership and its role in driving economic growth in the area. KSNT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Olathe voters will decide on a $389 million school bond referendum on March 3 to fund new elementary schools, technology upgrades, and building improvements—freeing funds to attract and retain staff amid declining enrollment. The measure was unanimously approved by the school board and will be voted on via mail ballot. Johnson County Post
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A University of Kansas study found that eastern gamagrass survives drought better than corn because bacteria in drier soils boost its tolerance while corn did not show the same results. Local farmers like Andrea DeJesus from A & H Farm are watching these findings closely as researchers work toward treatments that could help corn use less water. KSNT
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Kansas City's pop-up bars are hosting festive events with themed drinks, bright decorations and special settings at many venues, and the Jingle Pop-Up Bar in Olathe runs Fridays through Sundays from Nov. 1 to Dec. 21—offering a fun way to celebrate the season. FOX 4 Kansas City
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Breakfast with 'The Mean One' 2025
9 a.m.-12 p.m. — KC Pumpkin Patch — $20 per ticket — Enjoy a grumpy yet fun breakfast experience with pancakes and sightings of The Mean One.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Be fearful when others are greedy and greedy when others are fearful.
~ Warren Buffett
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