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Overland Park
Thursday, August 21st, 2025
Good morning, Overland Park. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Overland Park Police Department is partnering with Shadow Buddies to bring comfort to children facing medical challenges—Tyler Mosher, daughter of a fallen officer, leads the effort as dolls are used during daily police operations. The program will support kids in local hospitals and schools. KMBC News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Police said a passenger was thrown from a car when an open door caused the vehicle to lose control in a mid-turn and hit a concrete curb, and he remains in critical condition. KCTV 5
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Shatto Milk Company is celebrating the Kansas City Royals’ 2015 championship with a limited-edition Blue French Vanilla Milk that will launch at the Shatto Country Store on Aug 23—grocery stores will offer it beginning Aug 25. KMBC News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man admitted his role in a woman's fatal overdose in Overland Park and was sentenced to prison (no further details were released). KCTV 5
- ➤ Ahmad Mohammad Karraz, 22, was sentenced on Wednesday to 12 years in prison in Johnson County for distributing drugs that led to Kylie Liston’s death — he also received three concurrent eight‐month sentences for using a communication facility during a drug felony. KMBC News
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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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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!
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Pittsburg at Shawnee Mission South Football Game
7-9 p.m. — Shawnee Mission South High School — Free entry — Catch the Shawnee Mission South varsity football team in action against Pittsburg in a thrilling non-conference matchup.
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Turkey Creek Car and Motorcycle Show
10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Merriam Marketplace — Vehicle entry fee $25-$35 — Celebrate automotive culture with over 250 classic cars, live music, and awards.
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Translating Makeup for Photography Workshop
10 AM – 2 PM — SpringHill Suites by Marriott Overland Park Leawood — $125 — Learn to elevate your makeup and photography skills with industry experts in this hands-on workshop.
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Concert in the Park
6-9 p.m. — Mohawk Park — Enjoy culinary delights from local vendors — Experience a lively evening of music and community spirit as fall approaches.
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The quieter you become, the more you can hear.
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