Friday, September 13th, 2024
Good morning, Overland Park. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Ralph Yarl's family expresses frustration over the delay of Andrew Lester's trial due to a newly approved mental health examination. KSHB
- ➤ One man was killed and a woman hospitalized in a shooting on Norton Avenue, amid other news including a weather forecast, the disappearance of Angela Green, Taylor Swift endorsing Kamala Harris, and a 9/11 memorial stair climb. KCTV 5
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Taylor Kasper, a single mother, navigates rising childcare costs by working from home, reflecting a broader issue of increasing childcare expenses. KSHB
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Johnson County Library's 6 by 6 Ready to Read program, now in its 15th year, focuses on enhancing pre-reading skills for Kansas children through family-oriented activities, available in both English and Spanish. KSHB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Veterinarians in Kansas City advise pet owners to vaccinate pets against the rising cases of potentially fatal leptospirosis, which can also affect humans. KMBC News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Shawnee Mission West's boys soccer team, following last year's near win, aims for the state championship with a strong start to the season and a culture of unity. FOX 4 KC
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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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Stargazing Night at the Arboretum
Experience an enchanting evening of astronomy with telescope viewing and educational activities suitable for all ages at the Overland Park Arboretum.
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90 Day Challenge - October 2024
Participate in a transformative 90-day program designed to set and achieve personal goals across various aspects of life, with support from an accountability group.
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