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Thursday, December 12th, 2024
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
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Adult Night at SEA LIFE Aquarium and LEGOLAND Discovery Center
Experience an engaging evening at SEA LIFE Kansas City, the state's only aquarium, paired with LEGOLAND Discovery Center, featuring educational and fun activities suitable for adults.
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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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PT Crew Member & PT Assistant Baker
Join the Brown Suga team! We're hiring enthusiastic Crew Members and Assistant Bakers to help create and serve our signature, high-quality treats. If you have a passion for baking goods, enjoy working in a fun, fast-paced environment, and want to be part of a supportive, community-focused bakery, we'd love to hear from you!
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