Good morning, Overland Park.

The family of Anupama Vaidya, a 62-year-old Overland Park woman who died in a flash flood Monday, is asking the community for ideas to honor her memory and to improve safety along her favorite trail—hoping to use new measures to prevent future tragedies.

A celebrity hunter known for his TV show was banned for life from hunting in Kansas—he admitted to illegally killing two deer—after his actions were confirmed by officials.

Growing Futures Early Education Center in Overland Park helps local toddlers build school readiness with its Early Head Start Home-Based program using the Parents as Teachers curriculum.

The nonprofit supports early learning and connects families living below the poverty line to services—such as therapy, career planning, and child abuse prevention—to guide development.

Johnson County is planning a 3000-acre park on the site of the former Sunflower Army Ammunition Plant to expand outdoor access and restore nature.

The draft master plan, led by Stantec Consulting, will include public input on Aug.2 at Kill Creek Park Beach House and may involve a land exchange to gain more parkland.

Former basketball star Ochai Agbaji — who played at Oak Park and KU — hosted his first hometown kids camp yesterday in Overland Park with NBA player Christian Braun assisting, where 90 kids, including 10 girls, joined shooting drills and a free-throw contest.

Agbaji recalled his early experiences as a camper and expressed gratitude for the mentors who helped him reach his goal.

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.

Rowling with Heartstrings and Inclusion Connections

7-9 PM — Bowlero Overland Park — $250 for three — Enjoy an evening of bowling with special needs employees while supporting two nonprofits.