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Overland Park
Thursday, January 8th, 2026
Good morning, Overland Park. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Culinary Center of Kansas City will open its second location — a 3,125 sqft space — at The Village at Briarcliff in March, following nearly 30 years of hosting classes and events at its Overland Park site. KCTV 5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Clay County Commissioner Jason Withington said he is done negotiating with the Royals for a new stadium after the team missed the Jan. 8 ballot deadline, and the county will focus on jail upgrades. A site near 119th and Nall in Overland Park is under review for a potential ballpark. KSHB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ KCTV’s Taylor Johnson interviewed Latrese Kabuya for Wellness Wednesday where Kabuya explained simple new year reset tips. The segment (recorded on Jan. 7) gave local viewers easy advice to boost wellness. KCTV 5
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lee’s Summit High product Joshua Manning will play his final college football season at Kansas State after three seasons with Mizzou; he will join quarterback Avery Johnson and head coach Collin Klein in Manhattan + boost the local team. KCTV 5
- ➤ Kansas City Current named Chris Armas as their new head coach on Wednesday; the 53-year-old, formerly with the Colorado Rapids (a National Soccer Hall of Fame inductee), said he plans to build a competitive, world-class team culture. KCTV 5
- ➤ Travis Kelce won the 2025 Nationwide Charity Challenge as fans voted him to earn $35K for Operation Breakthrough + NFL officials announced the win Wednesday, Jan. 7, noting his dedication to community support. KCTV 5
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Puppy Yoga
9:00 a.m. — Great Plains SPCA Pet Adoption Center — $35 per session — Stretch and relax with adorable puppies in a fun yoga class.
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Rockstar Championships POP! Grand Nationals 2026
January 24-25 — Overland Park Convention Center — Entry fee varies — An exciting cheerleading competition showcasing top all-star teams from around the nation.
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PMP In-Person Training in Overland Park
9 AM – 5 PM — Lighton Tower — From $1,834.58 — Enhance project management skills with comprehensive insights into governance and compliance.
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Johnson County Home & Garden Show
10 AM – 2 PM — Overland Park Convention Center — Cost varies — Explore extensive exhibits showcasing home improvement, landscaping, and engaging talks by Captain Sandy from Below Deck Mediterranean.
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