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Olathe
Wednesday, December 31st, 2025
Good morning, Olathe. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 31st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Olathe native Chad Stacy (a veteran whose organ donation saved 157 lives) will be honored on a Rose Parade float on New Year's Day. The event will feature 29 tributes to celebrate his legacy and encourage community members to register as organ donors. KCTV 5
- ➤ Olathe’s top-read stories of 2025 highlighted major local developments, traffic projects, and business updates that captured community interest. The list covers plans for an ultra-accessible entertainment district, significant road upgrades, and more+ showcasing the city’s evolving landscape. Johnson County Post
- ➤ In 2025, Olathe experienced major events as the Chiefs came to town, a cold storage facility was approved amid debate, and a new city manager was hired. These top stories marked key moments in the community over the year. Olathe Reporter
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Mayor John Bacon said the Chiefs are eyeing Olathe sites for a new headquarters and practice facility as part of a development with an entertainment district including offices, restaurants, hotels & a school stadium; the project will bring 20,000 construction jobs, $4.4B investment, and 4,000 jobs after completion. KMBC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers and students at DeLaSalle Education Center began building a new learning farm in late October — finished raised garden beds were loaded Tuesday morning from a local workshop and will be used this spring to plant fruits and vegetables to provide free food and fight food insecurity. KSHB
- ➤ Johnson County Library's report shows that a diverse mix of genres was popular in 2025 with titles like The Women topping adult checkouts and series like Diary of a Wimpy Kid and The Hunger Games leading for younger readers (the report underscores a community-wide interest in varied literature). Johnson County Post
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ CDC data shows Missouri cases are very high and Kansas cases are high while hospitals near Kansas City see a surge in flu patients. The University of Kansas Health System treated over 50 patients this month (including both adults and children) as flu numbers continue to rise. KCTV 5
- ➤ Local urgent care centers in the metro area reported a 33% positive flu test rate (up from 2-3% weeks ago) as holiday gatherings spurred a surge ahead of the New Year. Health experts advise residents to use disinfecting wipes and seek prompt treatment if symptoms develop. KCTV 5
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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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1860s Dance Party
2 PM — Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop-Farm — Light refreshments available — Celebrate Kansas Statehood with an afternoon of live music and vintage dance fun.
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