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Saturday, April 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Overland Park. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Eleven years after a tragic shooting in Overland Park killed three people at two Jewish facilities, the non-profit SevenDays was founded to unite people by spreading kindness—hosting conversations, projects and events that celebrate differences and help overcome hate. KSHB
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Scott Taggart Roethle, 47 — of Leawood — pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in St. Louis on Friday and admitted to receiving nearly $675K in kickbacks to order medically unnecessary health care for thousands of patients. KSHB
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ More than 440 students will join the Kansas City Invention Convention at the UMKC Swinney Recreation Center next Thursday — some students from St. Teresa’s Academy are already working on InvisiTracker, a project that helps track their location to stay safe. KSHB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kansas Governor Laura Kelly vetoed six bills on April 4 while allowing two to become law without her signature—lawmakers must now secure a two-thirds majority to override the vetoes. FOX 4 KC
TRAVEL NEWS
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April Improv at Blue Valley
1-3 p.m. — Johnson County Library - Blue Valley — Free entry — Engage in playful improv games with a welcoming atmosphere for all skill levels.
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Overland Park Farmers Market Opening Day 2025
7:30 a.m. — Matt Ross Community Center — Free entry — Celebrate the start of the farming season at this lively market featuring local produce and goods.
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Rock Gods 2.0 - Epic Concert for KidsTLC
6:30-10 p.m. — Guitars and Cadillacs — Benefit concert — Rock out with an electrifying tribute band playing classic hits for a great cause.
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Kansas City Makeup Blowout Sale
10 AM - 5 PM — Holiday Inn & Suites Overland Park-West — Free entry — Enjoy discounts up to 75% on makeup, skincare, and hair care for the whole family.
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Kids Night Out 2025 with Jordan Davis
5-10 p.m. — Overland Park Convention Center — Tickets available — Celebrate an unforgettable evening with multi-platinum singer-songwriter Jordan Davis at the 29th Annual Kids Night Out.
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Learn to Play Crisis – Vault X
5:30-10 p.m. — Cardboard Corner Cafe — Free entry — Delve into a thrilling narrative as you navigate the dangers of a fallout shelter scenario.
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Moonstone: Demo and Learn To Play!
3-6 p.m. — Cardboard Corner Cafe — Free entry — Discover the award-winning Moonstone game with guided play and fun competition.
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