Good morning, Overland Park.

Starfish Project nonprofit in Olathe, which serves about 1,000 customers daily with free food and clothing, is racing to secure a permanent new location with a loading dock, warehouse space and retail-style front before May 2 after receiving a 90-day notice to vacate its current site.

Northland has announced free watch parties for World Cup 2026 as the metro gears up for the tournament.

Local residents can join the celebration at this popular event hub.

A walkout outside Olathe Northwest High School on Feb.

20 escalated into a fight that injured four students, with a 17-year-old charged with aggravated battery and other teens detained while state senators demanded clearer safety protocols.

The Johnson County Board voted Thursday to let county leaders sign agreements directly with school districts to offer mental health and substance abuse services for students (aiming to reduce delays for busy families).

County officials plan to expand services beyond Olathe, Shawnee Mission, and Blue Valley.

Blue Valley North girls basketball team was named Hy-Vee Team of the Week on Feb.

26—recognizing their strong local performance. The recognition celebrates the team's skill and community impact.

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.

Kansas City Speed Dating for Singles in Your 20s and 30s

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Andretti Indoor Karting & Games Overland Park — Ticket required — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a fun, fast-paced environment.

Naka-Kon Cosplay Brunch & Bingo

2:00 PM – 12:30 PM — Overland Park Convention Center — Enjoy brunch while playing bingo with chances to win exciting prizes.

PBR Big Sky's 18th Anniversary Celebration

7-11 p.m. — PBR Big Sky: A Coors Banquet Bar — Free entry for ladies 8-11 PM — Celebrate 18 years of Hot Country Nights with live music and exclusive ticket presales.

Metcalf Toastmasters Meeting

12:05-1:05 p.m. — Sandler Training Overland Park Kansas City — Free entry — Enhance communication and leadership skills in a friendly group setting.

Victory Lap Burger Challenge at Sickies Garage

4:00 – 6:30 p.m. — Sickies Garage Burgers & Brews — Free entry — Watch pro eaters tackle the unbeaten 'Victory Lap' Burger Challenge in a fun and engaging atmosphere.

Broadmoor Bistro Guest Chef Dinner Series #3 featuring Leach & Co.

6:00 – 11:59 PM — Broadmoor Bistro @ The Center for Academic Achievement — Ticketed event — Enjoy a four-course dinner crafted by renowned chefs Helen Jo, Johnny Leach, and Jack Steadham.

EMDR Grief Training

Interactive Training — Mar 27-28 — Overland Park, KS — CE credits available — Explore the EMDR-GRIEF protocol to process grief through an ongoing experience.