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Overland Park
Friday, January 30th, 2026
Good morning, Overland Park. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Olathe firefighters rescued a deer trapped on Fort Scott Lake as part of an ice-rescue training exercise — video shared by the department shows two firefighters using equipment to move the animal nearly 100 yards from shore. KCTV 5
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local businesses and community leaders are increasingly supporting a future Royals stadium at Washington Square Park as the team drops the Aspiria campus option. Negotiations continue as officials work with city partners to build an affordable ballpark that could boost downtown activity. KSHB
- ➤ Graze KC, a new Overland Park catering business, will offer kosher meals and event catering to meet local needs + founders Brachie Pearl and Chaya Niedzwiecki plan a dedicated World Cup menu to serve kosher consumers and a broader customer base. KSHB
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A group of 27 Kansas City area teachers shared a $50,000 win from a Powerball ticket bought at a Blue Springs Casey’s for the Dec. 20, 2025 drawing, plus they usually play together when jackpots are high, Missouri Lottery said. KSHB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Latrese Kabuya hosts a Wellness Wednesday feature that shares self-care tips to help residents put themselves first. The series gives practical advice for those in Overland Park seeking to improve their well-being. KCTV 5
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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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Chef David Ruiz's Culinary Experience at Broadmoor Bistro
6-8:30 p.m. — Broadmoor Bistro @ The Center for Academic Achievement — Ticketed event — Enjoy a gourmet four-course dinner crafted by guest chef David Ruiz amidst a celebration of food and art.
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