Good morning, Overland Park.

Governor Kelly declared August as Kansas No-Kill Shelter Month to boost care for adoptable pets and help the state aim for a no-kill status in 2025.

Best Friends Animal Society said 53 of 71 shelters met the goal in 2024 and urged Kansans to adopt, foster, volunteer, and donate — efforts that could save more pet lives.

Former KCK O'Reilly's store manager Carl Kemppainen was convicted in May of involuntary manslaughter for the death of 23-year-old Diamond Steen—he is set to serve nearly five years.

NOCSAE released its first safety standard for youth football helmets after research showed young players face higher head impact forces—manufacturers must now design helmets weighing no more than 3.5 pounds—and the new standard will take effect on March 1, 2027 to improve concussion protection.

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.