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Overland Park
Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
Good morning, Overland Park. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mitzvah Garden KC & Blue Valley Schools partnered to reopen an abandoned greenhouse on the Blue Valley campus Monday morning after a decade of vacancy. The space now lets students from the 18-21 Services Program practice gardening and job skills while growing produce for local families. KSHB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Overland Park will start a pilot project later this month by installing street cushions in four areas to slow drivers and improve safety. KCTV 5
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The FDA granted accelerated approval for a new drug to treat Hunter syndrome, a rare condition affecting fewer than 500 people, after Overland Park parents lobbied for change; their four-year-old son Atlas is receiving enzyme therapy in North Carolina. KSHB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mill Valley’s Beau Peterson is ranked as the 41st-best baseball prospect for this MLB draft, according to MLB.com. He has committed to the Texas Longhorns and impressed scouts during a recent hit-around with a strong bat and a 94-mph fastball. KCTV 5
- ➤ Jerry Quickel, an Olathe resident, has built a display with over 652 college football helmets in his basement that draws sports fans. His collection continues to grow, offering a unique look at local college football heritage. KCTV 5
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Stage One Dance Competition
All day — Overland Park Convention Center — Registration required — Discover a comprehensive platform for dancers, focusing on scheduling, payments, and websites.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life is a game of leverage. The more leverage you create, the more luck you have.
~ Naval Ravikant
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