Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of August.
Good morning, Overland Park.
🏘️ Community
Floyd Bledsoe, a Kansas man exonerated a decade ago from a crime he did not commit, now builds a legacy of justice, family and healing—his transformed life shows a deep commitment to his community.
🚨 Crime
Overland Park authorities said one suspect was taken into custody after an overnight shooting in Kansas City, Kansas—details are still coming in from police.
🎓 Education
Many Kansas City area students will have safe rides to school next week as KDOT and EverDriven partner with Kansas State Troopers—ensuring buses and routes remain safe during the back-to-school period.
Shawnee Mission District announced that Horizons High School students will start the 2025-26 school year at Indian Creek School because an air quality test by Children’s Mercy Environmental Health found chemical levels four times above normal—posing a health risk at Horizons.
Contractors are replacing the old roof and the district will soon share details on busing and classroom material transfers.
🎉 Overland Park Events
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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.
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.
Kansas City Reptile Show
10 AM - 4 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Kansas City - Overland Park — Family-friendly — Explore reptiles and meet local breeders at this exciting show!
🏠 Overland Park Real Estate
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