Good morning, Olathe.

Firefighters responded to a kitchen fire at Tumbleweed Grill & Bar on Thursday at 4:07 p.m. in Gardner—employees evacuated all customers and the blaze was contained to the kitchen despite causing significant smoke damage to the building, leaving the restaurant closed while investigators assess the damage and examine the cause.

De Soto city officials sent a letter of interest on Thursday to the Kansas Department of Commerce to learn more about a proposed smaller, safer nuclear reactor site, stating that no commitment has been made yet.

City leaders said any future project will require public input—ensuring further review before moving forward.

Olathe Northwest football, honored as Hy-Vee High School Team of the Week, is 8-3 on the year—its next game is against Gardner-Edgerton in the Kansas Class 6A semifinals today.

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.

Breakfast with 'The Cold Sisters'

9 a.m.-12 p.m. — KC Pumpkin Patch — $20 per ticket — Enjoy a festive breakfast with pancakes, princess sightings, and holiday cheer.

Dickens Carolers in Concert

7:30 p.m. — Chestnut Fine Arts Center — Adults: $32, Seniors: $29 — Experience the heavenly voices of Kansas City's premiere professional Christmas carolers in a festive holiday concert.