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Saturday, June 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Overland Park. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A man died yesterday when he tried to jump onto a moving semi during heavy rush hour traffic—local authorities are investigating the accident. KCTV 5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Gov. Laura Kelly and military officials at Fort Leavenworth celebrated the U.S. Army’s 250th birthday under the theme “This We’ll Defend” as she presented a proclamation, and the event included public activities such as sports and trivia games. Officials honored the Army’s long service from the Revolutionary War to the present—urging local citizens to join in the celebration. KSHB
- ➤ Johnson County is educating voters about renewing a 1/4 cent public safety sales tax to support emergency services including EMS, sheriff, and disaster response as call volumes have increased 67% since 2010 — the tax will extend for ten years starting April 1 — and it is expected to raise $54 million annually. KSHB
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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~ Banksy
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