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Overland Park
Wednesday, May 14th, 2025
Good morning, Overland Park. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After four years on her own, a lost cat named Kireina was found near a Leawood home when Maggie Dors called Overland Park animal control to scan her microchip and confirm that her owner is Christian Van Alstyne in Alaska. Veterinarians will check her health before she makes her trip to be reunited with him—bringing a heartwarming end to a long search. KMBC News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A shooting on I-35 near 18th Street and Lamar Avenue in southern Wyandotte County resulted in a victim being hospitalized in stable condition — the Kansas Highway Patrol is asking anyone with information to call. KCTV 5
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, Spring Hill School District voters approved a $60 million no-mill levy bond that will fund school additions, high school improvements, and facility upgrades while keeping tax rates steady. The measure passed with 2,792 yes votes over 1,566 no votes in a special mail-in ballot + it is expected to support rapid enrollment growth in the coming years + district leaders plan additional updates as projects begin. KSHB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The KC Mavericks advanced to the Western Conference Finals after sweeping the Tahoe Knight Monsters and will host Games 1 and 2 at Cable Dahmer Arena on Thursday and Saturday—facing the Toledo Walleye next. The top-seeded team has won five games in a row and recorded four shutouts in the playoffs as they seek another shot at the Kelly Cup. KCTV 5
- ➤ Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City will host a college football matchup between Nebraska and Cincinnati during Week 0 of the season. The game will kick off at 8 p.m. CT on Thursday, August 28 — it will air nationally on ESPN. KCTV 5
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Support at Home: Navigating Your Options
10:00 – 11:30 AM — Tomahawk Ridge Community Center — Free entry — Discover local resources and support options for navigating at-home assistance.
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Learn to Play Crisis – Cozy Crisis
6-10 p.m. — Cardboard Corner Cafe — Free entry — Dive into a narrative farming sim adventure with engaging storytelling and community interactions.
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Holi Celebration 2025
6-9 p.m. — 7319 W 81st St, Overland Park, KS — $89.00 per person — Celebrate the colorful festival of Holi with games, music, and delicious Indian food!
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Overland Park ReStore Final Moving Sale
All day — Habitat KC ReStore Overland Park — 25% OFF — Last chance to grab great deals before the store merges with Lenexa ReStore.
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DigiMarCon Great Plains 2025
9 a.m. - 7 a.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Kansas City - Overland Park — Check website for pricing — Explore top trends in digital marketing and connect with industry leaders.
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School Of Rock - The Musical
8 PM — Starlight Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying journey of a wannabe rock star turned substitute teacher as he transforms his class into a rock band.
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Overland Park Career Fair
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Marriott Kansas City Overland Park — Free entry — Network with local and Fortune 500 employers for various job openings at this professional hiring event.
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LEGOLAND Discovery Center Adult Night
Time TBA — LEGOLAND Discovery Center Kansas City — Tickets from $21.99 — Experience an adult night filled with LEGO fun and creativity.
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Kansas City Pro Softball Series: Night 2
5-9:30 p.m. — Blue Valley Northwest High School — General admission — Experience thrilling matchups as top professional softball teams clash in Kansas City.
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90 Day Business Planning – Refocus and Win
9 AM – 3 PM — Aspiria NOW — Cost varies — Reset your focus and develop a 90-day action plan with expert coaching.
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