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Saturday, April 11th, 2026
Good morning, Overland Park. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kansas City scientist Harold Finch solved a spacecraft temperature problem before Apollo 11 after finding inspiration at a local barbecue, leading NASA to adopt his rotisserie rotation method nicknamed "Barbecue Roll" for Artemis and Orion missions. His inventive legacy is celebrated by his son. KSHB
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ La Tiara taco shells are back as General Mills reopened the Gladstone factory. The plant has been operating for months and the shells will hit shelves online and in stores the week of April 20 — a boost for local pride. KSHB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lenexa gymnast Aulya Daniels, age 15, won the floor exercise at her first international meet for Team USA in Canada and will leave Sunday for national training camp in Nashville as she gears up for a run at the 2028 Olympic team. KCTV 5
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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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Lily Rose Concert with Jake Banfield
7-11 p.m. — PBR Big Sky — General admission tickets available — Experience a night of dynamic country music with rising star Lily Rose and special guest Jake Banfield.
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