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Olathe
Wednesday, December 24th, 2025
Good morning, Olathe. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Johnson County offers free warming centers with snacks and charging on Dec. 25 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 920 W. Spruce St. in Olathe and on Jan. 1 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at two locations, Christ Community Church in Shawnee and the Salvation Army in Olathe. Johnson County
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Iowa-based TNT’s will open soon at the former Taco Bell space at 135th Street and Mur-Len Road in Olathe — the fast-casual eatery will serve tacos, burritos, and other Mexican dishes near Crunch Fitness and The Other Place. Johnson County Post
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Quinn Truax continues her family’s Christmas lighting tradition by decorating her Olathe home on West 124th Street near Harold Street and South Crest Drive & raising funds for local animal shelters. KMBC
- ➤ Kathy Kocour has turned her passion for decorating into a bright holiday display on the 11800 block of Skyview Lane in Northwood Trails. Inspired by a personal loss, her lights now bring joy to neighbors every year. KMBC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ JCCC's Student Agency gives students real work experience while helping local businesses launch projects at low cost. The team recently improved SAFingerstick operations (a medical simulation tool) and represented it at a Kansas City Healthcare Simulation Conference. Johnson County Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, local officials and Chiefs representatives answered community questions about the project, detailing plans for a new practice facility and headquarters on College Boulevard in Olathe. Olathe Reporter
- ➤ The Kansas City Chiefs secured special STAR bond incentives for their new stadium project, while Royals leadership has not finalized a new ballpark location — possibly in Overland Park — with a key Dec. 31 deadline looming. Johnson County Post
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Kansas City Boat and Fishing Show
12 PM – 4 PM — Bartle Hall — $13.75 adults, free for children under 16 — Discover an extensive range of boats and fishing gear with expert tips and family-friendly activities.
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