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Sami Tolliver, a former Children's Mercy patient, launched a birthday gift program for kids in the hospital after her battle with a serious illness, and the initiative will soon distribute gifts to brighten patients' birthdays.

Kansas & 42 states have won an $18M settlement with 23andMe over a data breach, resolving claims that the company did not protect private data.

Shawnee Mission School District is developing policies for AI, iPad, and screen time as parents and board members express concerns ahead of students' return on Aug.

12 — aiming to set clear guidelines for classroom technology use.

Hollis + Miller Architects is offering $500 classroom supply grants to certified teachers in Missouri and Kansas to help stock classrooms before the new school year.

Applications must be submitted by July 31 at 5 p.m.

Lawmakers and researchers are debating if Kansas school funding should focus on effective spending rather than dollar amounts as the new academic year begins; an education funding task force will present its recommendations next year at the state legislature.

City staff recommends a regional pool system under Playbook OP, with Young’s Pool slated for capital improvements by 2028-2032 and design work for Bluejacket Park starting in late 2026 while Stonegate Pool closes at the end of its useful life.

The Committee of the Whole will review the proposal on Aug. 3 + the council plans to adopt the plan in late August or September.

City officials propose using a sticker (or envelope) to quickly pass key information to first responders during a crisis.

The new idea may be tested soon in Overland Park.

Nike Soccer Camp in Kansas City

9 a.m.-1 p.m. — Scheels Overland Park Soccer Complex — $299 for a half-day 5-day camp — Enhance your soccer skills with professional coaching and competitive scrimmages in a fun environment.

Suburbans Live at PrairieFire

7-11 p.m. — Prairiefire — Free entry — Get ready for a rocking night with local favorites bringing the house down.

Kansas City Speed Dating for Singles in their 30s and 40s

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Andretti Indoor Karting & Games Overland Park — Ticketed event — Meet up to 12 potential matches during this exciting speed dating experience.