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Thursday, June 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Overland Park. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Independence Day celebrations across the Kansas City metro will feature fireworks, live music and family activities in communities such as Leawood, De Soto and Overland Park—Overland Park will host its Star-Spangled Spectacular at Corporate Woods on Friday, July 4. Other events include parades, picnics and themed displays scheduled from June 28 through July 10, with most activities free of charge. KMBC News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new guide details Independence Day fireworks rules for the Kansas City area—this list outlines legal hours, restrictions on locations, and specific city ordinances such as Overland Park’s ban to help residents plan safe displays. Residents in nearby cities like Bonner Springs and Desoto can use these details to follow local laws when setting up their own shows. KMBC News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mike Caliendo, a Chiefs guard who joined the team in 2022 as an undrafted free agent, hopes to improve his play after his season shifted from reserve to Super Bowl starter—he will work to build on that success during upcoming team activities. KCTV 5
- ➤ Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes said he expects tight end Travis Kelce to have a big impact on the team's performance next season during mandatory minicamp held Wednesday at their practice facility — Kelce enters his 13th season as the team also provided key updates from players like Jaylen Watson and Mike Caliendo. KCTV 5
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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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Kansas City AI Club: Demystifying AI Agents for Business
4:30-7:30 p.m. — Capital Federal Conference Center in the Regnier Center at JCCC — $20 — Explore the practical use cases of AI agents in business with expert insights and networking opportunities.
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