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Friday, May 16th, 2025
Good morning, Overland Park. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Just Between Friends consignment event at the Overland Park Convention Center offers children’s clothing, toys and furniture at 50 to 90 percent off retail through Sunday. Over 700 consignors bring thousands of items to the sale—local shoppers praise the deep savings and chance to recycle gently used goods. KMBC News
- ➤ A Chick-fil-A in Overland Park hosted a fundraiser on Thursday night that raised about $7,000 toward a $20,000 goal to cover a service dog's cost for nine-year-old Lincoln Pearson, who suffers from severe epilepsy. His family still needs more support—doctors say the dog will help by alerting them if he has a seizure. KMBC News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds of business hopefuls gathered Thursday in Overland Park to pitch innovative ideas at an open casting call for ABC's reality show Shark Tank. Each entrepreneur had 60 seconds to present their product while producers reviewed entries for season 17 and online applications remain available for those who missed the event. KMBC News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Blue Valley, Shawnee Mission and Olathe school districts released a letter opposing the Educational Choice for Children Act that is under review by the U.S. House Ways and Means Committee. The letter says the bill would divert public school funds and cut support for special education, staffing — and technology. KCTV 5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Representative Sharice Davids announced a new FAA grant of $1.8 million to improve air safety at New Century AirCenter in Gardner by funding the reconstruction of 7,330 feet of runway and replacing 16 signage points—efforts that support local logistics and economic growth. FOX 4 KC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Overland Park is hosting a five-day national pickleball tournament that started this week at SERV near 91st and Metcalf—250 players from 23 states and two countries will compete in 220 matches to win a spot in the San Diego finals in November. The event is free and open to the public, offering a competitive and welcoming experience for all skill levels. KMBC News
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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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