Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
Good morning, Overland Park.
🎓 Education
Blue Valley Schools will cut programs, including the strings program, to ease an $18 million budget shortfall that came with losing 163 students due to high housing costs & low birth rates.
The cuts will shift costs to families in the coming months.
🏛️ Government
Neighbors on 87th Street shared their worries about speeding and the lack of crosswalks while offering feedback for the Safe Streets initiative on Thursday.
The city said it will install a curb ramp for ADA access this year — though officials noted it does not guarantee a crosswalk.
🎉 Overland Park Events
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9th Annual Inspiration Breakfast
8-10 a.m. — Matt Ross Community Center — Minimum donation of $40 — Gather for breakfast and networking to support Veterans Community Project.
2026 Get Your Rear in Gear - Kansas City
7:30 AM — Corporate Woods — Registration fees apply — Participate in a 5K run/walk to support colon cancer awareness and enjoy a post-event BBQ.
Carson Jeffrey Concert
8-11 p.m. — PBR Big Sky: A Coors Banquet Bar — Tickets on sale February 5th — Experience the authentic blend of cowboy life and country melodies with Carson Jeffrey.
The Signer
7-8:15 p.m. — Johnson County Arts And Heritage Center — $25 for adults, $10 for youth — A world premiere play exploring intergenerational connection through dance and a hidden journal.
The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Midwest Trust Center — Tickets available — Experience a delightful musical journey featuring ukuleles and humor across various genres.
Stage One Dance Competition
All day — Overland Park Convention Center — Registration required — Discover a comprehensive platform for dancers, focusing on scheduling, payments, and websites.
🏠 Overland Park Real Estate
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💼 Overland Park Job Board
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📣 Overland Park Announcements
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