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Thursday, October 17th, 2024
Good morning, Overland Park. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Johnson County Task Force 1 team returned from providing disaster relief in Florida following Hurricane Milton, marking their first deployment with heartfelt community responses and personal sacrifices. KCTV 5
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A driver sustained minor injuries in a single-vehicle rollover accident on I-435 near Shawnee, Kansas. KCTV 5
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jesse Flaugher was convicted of attempted second-degree murder in the 2020 shooting of a Kansas City, Kansas police officer. FOX 4
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Shawnee Mission School District is considering a ban on cellphones in classrooms, seeking parental feedback through an online survey and a petition with 900 signatures in support. KMBC News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Attorney's Office in Kansas, in collaboration with the Justice Department, will oversee Election Day operations to ensure a secure and fair voting process for the 2024 general election. FOX 4 KC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The BluHawk Sports Park, a $125 million, 300-acre facility in Overland Park, is set to open on October 26, aiming to generate $50 million annually with features for various sports and family entertainment. FOX 4 KC
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KC Mystic Fair - A Spiritual and Metaphysical Experience
Experience a three-day event filled with spiritual and metaphysical activities, including tarot readings, healing sessions, and a variety of wellness products and classes.
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Cars in the Park Show at Theatre in the Park
Experience a vibrant showcase of vintage and contemporary vehicles with food, music, and fun activities at the Cars in the Park Show, benefiting local Special Olympics programs.
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Night at the Arboretum: Stargazing Event
Experience the beauty of the night sky at Overland Park Arboretum, featuring telescope viewing and informative sessions about celestial events.
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Boo Bash at Celebration Park
Experience a fun family-friendly Halloween event featuring activities and festivities at Celebration Park.
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MTC Kids Jam Featuring Sonia De Los Santos
Experience a lively musical performance by Sonia De Los Santos, designed for kids and families at the Midwest Trust Center in Overland Park.
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Kansas City AI Summit: Half-Day Bootcamp for Professionals
Learn to implement AI strategies for enhancing business profitability and operational efficiency in this comprehensive half-day training for business professionals.
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2024 KC One Health Day: Food as Medicine
Celebrate the interconnections between human, animal, and environmental health with a focus on the theme 'Food as Medicine.'
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CareTend Training Summit 2024
Experience two-and-a-half days of in-depth training and networking designed for home care professionals, featuring sessions on best practices and system administration.
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Kansas City Multi-Industry Job Fair
Explore diverse career opportunities and connect with potential employers at this job fair featuring numerous companies from the Kansas City area.
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Transformative Sound Bath and Meditation Experience
Experience a transformative journey with guided sound therapy and meditation sessions featuring Tibetan singing bowls that promote spiritual exploration and deep relaxation.
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