Friday, January 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Overland Park. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ahead of the snow and frigid cold, shoppers visited Price Chopper in Overland Park for essentials while staff restocked shelves & urged neighbors not to panic-buy for a couple of days. KMBC News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ AT&T warns customers to protect phones from extreme cold as a winter storm is set to hit the Kansas City metro this weekend. The carrier advises keeping devices in warm pockets and using protective cases + low-power mode to prevent battery drain and screen freezes. KCTV 5
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, Jan. 22, meteorologist Mike Nicco explained that winter road treatments may not work in freezing conditions, and drivers in Overland Park were advised to take extra caution on slippery roads. KCTV 5
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A local woman underwent an innovative breast cancer surgery (cutting her recovery time in half) on Thursday, Jan. 22. The breakthrough procedure showed promise for improving patient treatment. KCTV 5
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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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Kansas City Job Fair
10 AM – 2 PM — Marriott Kansas City Overland Park — Free admission — Meet top employers and explore a variety of job openings.
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2026 Night of Champions Celebration
6-10 p.m. — Overland Park Marriott — Ticket required — Celebrate the induction of the newest Hall of Fame Class at this prestigious event.
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Sweetheart Run 5K/10K
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Fiorella's Event Space — Registration fee required — Celebrate Valentine's Day with a run that fosters love and community spirit.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.
~ Carl W. Buehner
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