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Saturday, February 22nd, 2025

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Good morning, Overland Park. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of February.

CRIME NEWS

  • A prank call at a Hilton Garden Inn misled a guest into breaking her window due to a false fentanyl exposure alert, leading to a police investigation with no harmful substances found.  KCTV 5
  • A man from Wichita, Kansas, was sentenced to 87 months in prison for crimes involving child sexual abuse and possession of abuse materials.  KMBC News

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Blue Valley School District announces adjustments to its academic calendar to meet state instructional requirements after exceeding its snow day limit.  KCTV 5
  • A Johnson County family's history of providing educational support for Black students is showcased, highlighting their journey from slavery to providing bus services and scholarships.  KSHB

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • A new exhibit at the Johnson County Museum showcases the impact of water on human life, emphasizing the necessity of conservation.  FOX 4

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Blue Valley Tigers boys basketball team was named this week's Hy-Vee Team of the Week.  KCTV 5

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop

    Participants will create a cozy chunky blanket or scarf in a relaxed environment with guidance from fun instructors at Painting with a Twist.

    Sun, 2/23/25

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  • Community In-Person Yoga Session

    This free community yoga class at Yoga Moderne provides a welcoming environment for participants to practice yoga with new instructors and connect with others.

    Wed, 2/26/25

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  • Community In-Person Yoga & Meditation Class

    A free community yoga session at Yoga Moderne, providing a welcoming space for relaxation and connection among participants while featuring new teachers.

    Sat, 3/1/25

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  • Skippy The Drum Machine: A Family-Friendly Musical Experience

    Experience an engaging performance by Luke 'Skippy' Harbur that combines music, beatboxing, and storytelling to build confidence and skills for multigenerational audiences.

    Sat, 3/8/25

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  • Nottingham Forest Open House

    11 AM - 1 PM — 12000 W 121st St, Overland Park, KS — Free entry — Discover your dream home among 39 properties for sale in Nottingham Forest with virtual tours and expert connections.

    Sun, 3/23/25

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REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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