Tuesday, November 19th, 2024
Good morning, Overland Park. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Buck O'Neil Bridge, closed for southbound traffic since February 6, 2023, will reopen on Tuesday morning. KCTV 5
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ An interactive art installation titled 'Water Under the Bridge' by Matthew Dehaemers in Mill Creek Streamway Park explores the journey of water into rivers, enduring through summer floods and fall droughts, to engage visitors on the significance of water. KMBC News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Retired Kansas Teacher of the Year and author Jeff Baxter publishes 'More Than One Way Home,' a book aimed at navigating grief and depression, inspired by his own life experiences. FOX 4 KC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Overland Park City Council unanimously voted to begin a process to address racially restrictive covenants in property deeds dating back to the mid-1900s. KSHB
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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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Jingle Bell Run: Kansas City Festive 5K Events
Celebrate the holiday season with a series of 5K runs, including timed, untimed, and virtual options at the Jingle Bell Run Kansas City.
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