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Overland Park
Wednesday, November 6th, 2024
Good morning, Overland Park. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In Johnson County, over 8,500 kids participated in a 'Kids Vote! JoCo' poll, choosing the Kansas City Chiefs as their favorite sports team, Wonder Woman as the top superhero, and ice cream as their preferred food. KCTV 5
- ➤ I-435 in Johnson County will undergo overnight closures for girder setting on Nov. 6-7, with detours provided. FOX 4 KC
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A vehicle fire has closed the southbound ramp off U.S. 69 Highway at 151st Street in Overland Park, with no injuries reported. KCTV 5
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Overland Park police are searching for two robbery suspects who stole money at gunpoint in a parking lot. KSHB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Voters in Kansas and Missouri participate in Election Day, following extensive campaigning and early voting periods. KSHB
- ➤ Doug Bedford wins the Republican primary for Johnson County Sheriff against incumbent Calvin Hayden, with Byron Roberson as the Democratic nominee, highlighting the competitive nature of this year's sheriff race. KMBC News
- ➤ Johnson County experiences a high voter turnout on Election Day, with a record-setting early voting observed in both Missouri and Kansas. KCTV 5
- ➤ KSHB 41 News collaborates with DDHQ to provide interactive maps displaying the Kansas General Election results on Nov. 5, 2024, updating as polls close and counts are received. KSHB
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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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Holiday Luminary 5K Run
Experience the inaugural Holiday Luminary 5K at Overland Park Arboretum, featuring holiday lights, caroling, festive treats, and illuminated finisher medals.
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Holiday Season Premiere 2024 at Park Place
Celebrate the start of the holiday season with Santa's arrival, festive caroling, ice skating, and local shopping at Park Place.
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Gobbler Grind Marathon - A Johnson County Tradition
Experience one of the oldest marathons in Kansas, connecting the local running communities and offering participants a Boston Marathon qualifying opportunity.
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Friendsgiving Pickleball Tournament at Chicken N Pickle - Overland Park
Celebrate the holiday season with a friendly Pickleball competition at this festive Friendsgiving tournament.
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Thanksgiving Day 5K Run & Family Stroll
Experience a festive 5K Run and Family Stroll on Thanksgiving Day, promoting health and community spirit.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.
~ Henry Ford
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