Good morning, Overland Park.

Westlake Ace Hardware at 11200 Antioch Road in Overland Park and the Salvation Army are asking customers to round up their purchases at the register to support families in need—an effort that has provided over 65,000 fans in 13 years.

The drive runs until June 7—helping more families stay cool as rising costs increase the need for affordable fans.

Kansas City will host a free kickoff party on Sunday, June 22 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Aspiria Campus in Overland Park — the event offers live entertainment, food, beverages and volunteer details as the city prepares to welcome FIFA World Cup fans.

On May 29th just before 2:30 p.m., a house fire in a Merriam home burned the garage — later spreading to the attic and main living space, causing one person to be treated for minor smoke inhalation at a nearby hospital and leaving two adults without a home.

Authorities said a prisoner named Anthony Mansfield, 36, escaped from the Johnson County Adult Residential Center in New Century after he did not return on Wednesday—he is considered dangerous and was last seen wearing a white t-shirt with black designs, a long black sleeve undershirt, brown boots, a brown baseball hat and stonewashed jeans.

Kansas City-area libraries have launched summer reading programs to help kids avoid a 20% loss in reading skills during the break.

Olathe Public Library began its program on Tuesday and readers can earn free books and prizes, while other libraries offer similar rewards—keeping summer reading fun and preparing children for school.

On May 29, Tracey Steele of Levy Craig Law Firm said that an affiliate of the Kansas City Royals purchased a mortgage for the old Sprint Campus—now known as Aspiria—to gain leverage in future stadium negotiations.

Occidental Management owed over $232 million due by August 9 while lawmakers in Missouri and Kansas weighed a STAR Bond package plus the foreclosure risk if payment is not met.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Ranch Mart Summer Extravaganza 2025

11 AM – 3 PM — Ranch Mart Shopping Center — Free entry — A family-friendly day of fun with inflatables, live music, and activities for all ages.

Summer Gamer Camp — LEVELUP Arena

9 AM – 3 PM — AdventHealth Sports Park at Bluhawk — Camp fee applies — Develop teamwork and confidence through immersive gaming experiences and structured activities.

Jersey Boys at New Theatre

11:15 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. — New Theatre & Restaurant — $42 before May 16; $47 afterward — Experience the rags-to-riches story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons in this Tony Award-winning musical.