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Overland Park
Thursday, August 29th, 2024
Good morning, Overland Park. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ John Manard, infamous for his escape from Lansing Correctional Facility in a dog crate, has died in prison. KMBC News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Kansas City's construction boom faces labor shortages, with 62% of Missouri construction companies reporting delays; efforts are underway to train new workers. KSHB
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Shawnee Mission School District's task force is examining the equity of community donations funding staff positions amid concerns over advantages for wealthier schools. KSHB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Overland Park City Council has endorsed the 79th Street Corridor Plan, aimed at enhancing connectivity with new bike lanes, sidewalks, and safer crossings, though funding for projects is yet to be allocated. KCTV 5
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Yaseen El-Demerdash from Overland Park is set to compete in six swimming events at the 2024 Paralympics in Paris, rigorously training despite his Poland syndrome. KMBC News
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Blish-Mize Fall Buying Market 2024
Experience valuable business-enhancing seminars and exclusive purchasing opportunities at this renowned tradeshow in Overland Park.
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Open House Event at Century Farms
Explore a range of luxury single-family homes during an open house in the desirable Century Farms neighborhood in Overland Park, Kansas.
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New Dance Partners: A Festival of Premieres
Experience a vibrant festival showcasing the world premieres of four original contemporary dance works performed by local dance companies.
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Professional Artist Headshots and Art Photography Workshop
Experience a professional photography session with Jason Piggie, focusing on enhancing your headshot and capturing your artwork.
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Lenexa Outdoor Concert Series at Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park
Experience a variety of live music performances in a beautiful park setting during Lenexa's annual Outdoor Concert Series on select Sundays.
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Mastering Local Data Storage in .NET MAUI
Learn to effectively integrate SQLite for local data storage in your .NET MAUI applications through a guided, hands-on session.
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2024 ABWA National Women's Leadership Conference
Experience a collaborative environment focused on leadership, education, and networking for businesswomen across diverse occupations.
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Overland Park Community Fall Festival
Celebrate autumn with the community at a vibrant festival featuring live music, local crafts, delicious food, and family-friendly activities.
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Hack The Midwest: Kansas City's Premier App-Building Challenge
Experience Kansas City's largest app-building challenge with over 300 developers competing for significant cash prizes and networking opportunities.
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