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Overland Park
Tuesday, September 9th, 2025
Good morning, Overland Park. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Aug 28, a special needs child fired a gun he found in an unlocked glovebox of his parents' car while waiting outside Blue Valley Middle School—police said football players heard the shot and no one was injured. KCTV 5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bridge replacement work is underway today in Overland Park — inspectors discovered a 4-foot hole months ago that prompted officials to start the project, aiming to enhance safety for travelers. KCTV 5
- ➤ Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach filed a federal suit on Sept 8 to force Governor Kelly’s administration and the Department of Children and Families to send personal data of 730K SNAP applicants to the USDA — state law requires sharing the data — as disputes continue over the management of the SNAP program. KCTV 5
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A recent report shows that more families are choosing cats because they cost less to care for while dog ownership has dropped by 3% nationwide. Ashley Flores from Great Plains SPCA in Merriam said her shelter has seen more cat adoptions since 2019—making cost a key factor in pet choices. KSHB
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Details were released Monday for a 9.64-acre mixed-use development at the southwest corner of W. 115th Street and Nall Avenue in Overland Park that is built around a 100,000-square-foot, four-story AC Hotel by Marriott with 126 rooms, a full-service restaurant and bar, meeting space and wedding suite. The project also includes a 10,000-square-foot retail center and landscaped outdoor areas—featuring a heated pool, waterfall wall, fire pits and seating areas—while construction is underway with completion set for late fall. KSHB
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
What looks like talent is often careful preparation.
~ Ryan Holiday
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