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Overland Park
Friday, October 24th, 2025
Good morning, Overland Park. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers with Just A Sandwich in Overland Park made hundreds of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for people facing food insecurity—breaking a record by finishing 300 sandwiches in 22 minutes. Flowers Baking Company donated 27 loaves of bread to keep the assembly line moving, and the sandwiches were delivered to Care Beyond the Boulevard to serve those in need. KMBC News
- ➤ Activate KC in Overland Park hosted a Taylor Swift-themed night last night that featured interactive games, 11 rooms with a live DJ, a 13% discount, and exclusive giveaways in honor of her lucky number — the event brought local Swift fans and influencers together to enjoy a new interactive gaming experience. Fans danced, sang, and shared their excitement as the center tested its unique concept in a Swift-inspired celebration. KMBC News
- ➤ Today through Oct. 26, Kansas City and local venues offer a mix of events including free family fun at Boo At The Zoo, pet adoptions aiming to place 700 animals, a craft festival in Shawnee, and a home remodeling show at the Overland Park Convention Center. Other highlights include Playboi Carti’s concert today at T-Mobile Center, Swan Lake ballet performances, the 123rd football game between the Jayhawks and Wildcats on Saturday in Lawrence, and spooky events like Terror at Electric Park and Spooky Brews — all set to engage the community this weekend. FOX 4 KC
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds gathered at the corner of Food Lane and Longview Road to honor nine-year-old Hazen Workman-Duffy after a van struck her at 7:15 a.m. last Tuesday— the family will hold a memorial service today at 11 a.m. as a GoFundMe page raises funds for the service. FOX 4 KC
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Holiday Luminary 5K
12-2 a.m. — Overland Park Arboretum — Registration required — Experience the festive lights during this annual holiday run.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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