Thursday, December 12th, 2024

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Good morning, Olathe. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Olathe Fire Department emphasizes the importance of professional inspections for wood-burning fireplaces and stoves following a chimney fire, highlighting risks like soot buildup and structural damage. KCTV 5
- ➤ The Olathe Planning Commission has approved preliminary plans for a $320 million entertainment and sports district, featuring an ultra-accessible amusement park and a sports arena, set to begin construction in spring 2025. Johnson County Post
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 16-year-old from Spring Hill, Kansas, is charged with altering evidence related to the death of a 15-year-old from Olathe, Kansas, in Miami County. KMBC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Olathe Public Schools' recent implementation of a cellphone policy has seen positive feedback for increasing instructional time and classroom engagement, with minimal student opposition. Johnson County Post
- ➤ The Kansas State Olathe campus has been awarded over $3.2 million by the U.S. Department of Transportation for safety initiatives targeting commercial vehicles and buses. Olathe Reporter
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Johnson County commissioners favor shorter wait times over expanded coverage for the suburban bus system to improve ridership. Johnson County Post
SPORTS NEWS
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Adult Night at SEA LIFE Aquarium and LEGOLAND Discovery Center
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Winter Fest: Seasonal Celebration with Crafts and Live Reindeer
The Winter Fest at Olathe Indian Creek Library features crafts, games, storytelling, caroling, and a donation drive for local schools, alongside special guests like live reindeer.
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