Good morning, Overland Park.

On Monday morning, Dr. Anupama Vaidya was swept away by flash flooding while taking her daily walk on a trail at Creekside Park in Overland Park, and first responders later recovered her body as her family remembers her as a kind and cheerful person.

On Jul. 23, an investigation opened after a work accident at a metro area logistics park took the life of an employee—officials are reviewing the incident details.

Local contractors in Overland Park are facing check overpayment scams when buyers from other states ask for home repairs and then request a refund of extra funds—electrician Steve Phillips and others noticed the scam when texts for deposits turned suspicious and a bank advised them to void the check.

On July 23, Chiefs Training Camp held its second day as defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo, along with Jones, Pacheco and Cook, stepped into key roles—Spagnuolo said he loves training camp and praised defensive end George Karlaftis for his high character.

Midnight Run

11 PM – 2 AM — Leawood City Park — Registration required — Participate in a fun late-night run supporting Special Olympics Kansas under the stars with local law enforcement.

Kansas City Reptile Show

10 AM - 4 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Kansas City - Overland Park — Admission fee may apply — Meet local breeders and discover exotic reptiles at this family-friendly event.

Pilates and Plunge Family Day

10-11 a.m. — Thomas S. Stoll Memorial Park — Free entry — Sweat, stretch, and splash with a fun-filled family event featuring pilates and bubbles for kids.

Innovation Festival

9 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Overland Park Convention Center — $50-$600 — Explore biosciences through panels, art, sensory experiences, and competitions.

VMware vSphere 8.0 Skill Up Training/Class

VMware vSphere 8.0 Skill Up Training/Class — 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. — HeartTraining, LLC — $2400 — Enhance your IT skills with expert-led VMware training in Overland Park.

Painting with a Purpose - Overrun Ovarian Cancer

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $40 per person — Enjoy a fun painting party while supporting ovarian cancer awareness.

MCoR to KC in '25

August 22-23 — Holiday Inn & Suites Overland Park-West — Cost varies — Experience model train workshops, contests, and fun activities in Overland Park.