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Overland Park
Wednesday, April 15th, 2026
Good morning, Overland Park. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The first park under Variety KC’s Ten Parks Project is set to rise on the downtown cap over I-670 — it will be one of 10 fully accessible playgrounds for all abilities. The initiative will add inclusive community spaces to Greater Kansas City. KCTV 5
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An EF-2 tornado struck Shady Acres RV Park on Apr. 14, overturning RV trailers and damaging homes—owner said he helped residents get to safety before the storm hit. KCTV 5
- ➤ An EF-2 tornado with 115 mph winds damaged about 100 homes in Hillsdale on Monday evening, and cleanup efforts have begun. Local officials opened shelters to help families as more storms are expected tonight. KCTV 5
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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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