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Overland Park
Tuesday, July 29th, 2025
Good morning, Overland Park. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A candlelight vigil honoring Deputy Elijah Ming—killed in the line of duty over the weekend—is scheduled for 8:30 p.m., July 30, at the Wyandotte County Courthouse at 710 N. Seventh St., where community members are invited to attend and parking is available nearby. KMBC News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On July 28th, police stopped a truck that nearly crashed into oncoming traffic—inside the vehicle, officers found a bag containing what appeared to be several homemade explosives. KCTV 5
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, a First Warn Weather Day is in effect due to dangerous heat and humidity with a heat index expected to reach 115° until 7 p.m.—residents should be alert to the oppressive conditions. KCTV 5
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Saint Luke's Rehabilitation Institute in Overland Park now has Henli—a trained facility dog—helping patients recover faster and more cheerfully than with traditional therapy. The dog, trained by Canine Companions and working with four to eight patients each day, adds a unique touch to the therapy team. KSHB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The US Women’s National Team will play at CPKC Stadium in October for the first time. The match will bring top-level soccer to local fans + boost the venue's profile. KCTV 5
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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.
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Innovation Festival
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Overland Park Convention Center — $50-$600 — Explore biosciences through panels, art, sensory experiences, and competitions.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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~ Winston Churchill
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