Good morning, Overland Park.

Overland Park was named the second safest city in America by WalletHub, which based its ranking on safe roads — and financial safety.

The report shows the city has the fifth-lowest pedestrian fatality rate and the 15th-lowest traffic fatality rate among the cities analyzed.

Boulevard Brewing Co. announced its new Berry Jane Quirk THC Seltzer, a hemp-derived beverage with a crisp berry taste in 5mg and 10mg options that will be sold in four-packs starting in November at participating retailers in Missouri and Kansas—while the brewery will also bring back its Nitro Dry Stout this fall after more than 10 years off the shelves.

Monday's major AWS outage left local KC metro businesses with suspended online orders, affecting Pegah’s Restaurant and Fifth & Emery—owners reported lost revenue and are working on plans to make up the deficit as they wait for systems to be restored.

On Monday, Prairie Village public works crews inspected trucks, plows, and spreaders and drove assigned snow routes to prepare for winter weather.

The 16 plow operators—backed by a mechanic and snow boss on each shift—will use salt and respond once there is an inch of snow.

Farm operator Shawn Lagemann at Walnut Pond Agricultural Discovery Center opposes Lenexa’s new development plan and code requirements, arguing that fresh rules hurt local agriculture.

She has invested over $250,000 in improvements since 2022 and will seek legal advice as city officials say the measures are needed for public safety—further discussions with legislators are planned.

Denver Nuggets guard Christian Braun, a former KU player, agreed to a five-year, $125 million rookie contract extension to remain a core part of the team.

He averaged 15.4 points, 5.2 rebounds and 2.6 assists in 2024 (his strong play supports star Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets lineup).

Blue Valley — the planned host — withdrew from the Kansas softball state tournament after changes in the plans were announced, sparking local controversy.

Vienna Boys Choir Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Midwest Trust Center — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting voices of one of the world's most famous choirs with a diverse array of vocal music.

VMware vSphere 8.0 Skill Up Training/Class

Mon to Fri, Oct 27th - 31st — HeartTraining, LLC — $2400 — Enhance your vSphere skills with a comprehensive 5-day training course.

WWE Superstars Enzo Amore & James Ellsworth in Overland Park

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Guitars and Cadillacs — No refunds — Enjoy an evening with former WWE superstars Enzo Amore and James Ellsworth.

Kansas City Speed Dating for Singles Age 55+

6:30-8:30 p.m. — AdventHealth Sports Park at Bluhawk — Check website for pricing — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a fun and civil setting.

Kansas City Reptile Show

10 AM – 1 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Kansas City - Overland Park — VIP & General Admission Tickets at the door — Explore thousands of reptiles, amphibians, and supplies while engaging with local breeders.

Adaptive Pickleball Practice at Chicken N Pickle

6-8 p.m. — Chicken N Pickle - Overland Park — Free to attend — Experience a night of adaptive pickleball for individuals with physical disabilities.

Kansas City AI Club Meetup: State of AI in KC

5-7 p.m. — Mazuma Credit Union — $15 — Dive into the AI landscape of Kansas City with presentations and networking opportunities.