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Wednesday, February 4th, 2026
Good morning, Overland Park. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A Kansas AT&T customer who followed return instructions was charged nearly $1,200 for a free iPhone promotion reversal; after weeks of calls + KMBC 9 Investigates intervened, AT&T apologized and credited his account today. KMBC News
- ➤ A Johnson County man filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy on Jan. 26 after Epic Holiday LLC’s Jingle KC festival faced $1 million to $10 million in liabilities. Court records show the business suffered severe losses from poor attendance, rising costs, and unpaid wages as it wound down operations. KMBC News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Legendary singer Paul Simon will perform at Kansas City's Starlight Theatre on June 16 as part of his A Quiet Celebration Tour, which features a 33-minute opening plus a set of greatest hits after an intermission. Tickets go on sale Friday, Feb. 6 at 10 a.m. KMBC News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The House Education Committee advanced a Kansas bill on Feb. 2 that would require written parental consent for school mental health services. Lawmakers raised concerns over potential fines and clarity in the bill before it goes to a full House debate. KCTV 5
- ➤ Nearly 150 juniors from St. Thomas Aquinas High School toured the American Jazz Museum and Negro Leagues Baseball Museum on Tuesday, learning about the Jazz Age and local history during Black History Month lessons. Teacher Chris Durkin said the trip connected classroom learning to the community’s cultural legacy. KSHB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Kansas Department of Transportation announced that the long-awaited 69Express lanes will open Saturday, Feb. 21 (tolling begins at 8 a.m.) as U.S. 69 is expanded from four to six lanes between 103rd Street and 151st Street in Overland Park. KMBC News
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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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VISION Hi-Tech Training & Expo
March 5-8 — Overland Park Convention Center — Cost varies — A premier event for automotive professionals featuring cutting-edge training and networking opportunities.
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