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Good morning, Overland Park. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of June.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • The Original Rainbow Cone, a 100-year-old Chicago ice cream brand, is scouting Overland Park and Lee's Summit to open new shops in the Kansas City area and will offer its famous five-flavor cone, Super Sundaes, hand-spun shakes, and more. Officials said updates on the new locations will be posted on the company website—bringing a beloved Chicago tradition to local residents.  KMBC News

CRIME NEWS

  • Olathe police are asking the public for help to find 36-year-old Sarah Joann Johnson, who went missing on June 7 near the 300 block of South Water Street and is described as having blond hair, green eyes, and tattoos (a butterfly on her ankle and 'McKenzie' on one leg), measuring 4 feet 11 inches tall and weighing about 130 pounds.  KMBC News

SPORTS NEWS

  • Kansas City's official World Cup 2026 countdown kicked off Wednesday at Union Station when a large clock began tracking the days, hours, minutes and seconds until the games—with soccer star Lo'eau LaBonta and community leaders in attendance; city officials plan to install more clocks, lease 200 buses for fan transportation, and hold a free volunteer event on June 22 at the Aspiria Campus in Overland Park.  KMBC News

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 6/13/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 6/14/25

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  • 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.

    Mon, 6/16/25

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  • 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.

    Wed, 6/18/25

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  • 2025 Midwest Regional Championships

    June 20-25 — Scheels Overland Park Soccer Complex & Garmin Olathe Soccer Complex — Entry fees may apply — Over 200 teams compete for a spot in the prestigious US Youth Soccer National Championships.

    Fri, 6/20/25

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  • Air Reading Teacher Meetup

    12-1 p.m. — Pilgrim Coffee Company — Free entry — Connect with fellow Air Reading teachers over great coffee and conversation.

    Sat, 6/21/25

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  • Kansas City Kickoff Event

    12–5 p.m. — Aspiria — Free entry — Celebrate the countdown to FIFA World Cup 26™ with food, entertainment, and community spirit.

    Sun, 6/22/25

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  • 2025 Tech Ed Symposium & Vendor Showcase

    8 AM – 6 PM — Overland Park Convention Center — Registration required — Explore industry trends and technologies in the life sciences sector with expert-led sessions and networking opportunities.

    Thu, 6/26/25

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  • Leawood's 4th of July Celebration

    5:30 p.m. — Leawood City Park — Free admission — Celebrate Independence Day with live music, food trucks, and a spectacular fireworks show.

    Fri, 7/4/25

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