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Overland Park
Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024
Good morning, Overland Park. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of October.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An overturned semi on the ramp from I-35NB to I-635NB in Kansas City causes no serious injuries but leads to a closure affecting traffic. KSHB
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Shawnee Mission School District gathered feedback from over 4,000 participants through an online survey on revising their cell phone and personal device policy, with final recommendations expected by December. KCTV 5
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Overland Park Fire Department cautions against outdoor burning due to a sharp increase in grass fires fueled by hot, dry conditions and human activities. KCTV 5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wyandotte County, Kansas, sees a record first day of early in-person voting, with over 2,000 participants ahead of the November 5th general election. KMBC News
- ➤ In Johnson County, Kansas, early voting numbers nearly doubled from 2020 for the 3rd Congressional District race, where candidates Sharice Davids and Prasanth Reddy aim to attract moderate voters by distancing from national party leaders. KSHB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The CDC has issued an alert for an E. coli outbreak connected to McDonald’s Quarter Pounders, affecting 49 people across 10 states, including Kansas and Missouri, with one fatality reported. KCTV 5
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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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Mayor's Holiday Festival in Downtown Overland Park
Experience a magical evening to kick off the holiday season in Downtown Overland Park with festive activities and community spirit.
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37th Annual DBE Kansas British Faire & Tea
Experience a vibrant celebration of British culture with traditional fare, local vendors, and family-friendly activities at the Abdallah Shriners in Overland Park.
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Kansas City Reptile Show
Experience a diverse showcase of reptiles, amphibians, and supplies while engaging with local breeders in a family-friendly environment.
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