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Tuesday, August 26th, 2025

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Good morning, Overland Park. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • In a few days, Grinter Farms will display sunflowers in full bloom—families are expected to visit and take pictures of the vibrant scene.  KCTV 5

CRIME NEWS

  • A man died hours after being shot near 6th Street and Park Avenue on August 25—just miles from three other weekend homicides.  KCTV 5

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Arrowhead Middle School moved classes to Homefield KC for a week and now shifted to a new building—its third location since the school year began.  KCTV 5

HEALTH NEWS

  • A baby boy born almost four months early is now home after spending 128 days in the NICU at Overland Park Regional Medical Center—he was born at 23 weeks and two days following an emergency C-section for severe preeclampsia. His mother said she is relieved and grateful for the advanced care that helped him learn to breathe on his own.  FOX 4 KC

SPORTS NEWS

  • Chiefs’ Trent McDuffie visited school children yesterday and donated school supplies while answering questions about his NFL life—he stressed the importance of education during the visit.  KCTV 5

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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!

    Sun, 9/7/25

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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.

    Fri, 9/12/25

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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.

    Sat, 9/13/25

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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.

    Mon, 9/15/25

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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.

    Fri, 9/19/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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