Good morning, Overland Park.

Kansas City International Airport expects around 380,000 passengers during Thanksgiving week and has increased staff and volunteer support—designed to help manage crowds and reduce delays.

Extra personnel will be on duty across the terminal—ensuring smooth travel as more people head out for the holiday.

Organizers announced that the free Christmas in the Sky fireworks show at Longview Lake has been moved to 7:30 p.m. today due to forecasted cold weather.

Residents are advised to prepare for the earlier start — the change aims to improve viewing conditions.

Monstera's Books in Overland Park reopened its store after months of cleanup and repairs following an Aug.

14 fire that damaged its storefront and inventory at a neighboring business. The shop is open Friday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., with a grand reopening scheduled for Dec. 6—marking a steady recovery.

Bravo star and KC native Dr. Contessa Metcalfe discussed her new season of Married to Medicine with Taylor Johnson on November 25 + she outlined what viewers can expect in the upcoming episodes.

Johnson County will open one warming center on Thanksgiving as other public buildings and libraries close for the holiday — organizers announced that the Christmas in the Sky fireworks at Longview Lake will start at 7:30 p.m. tonight due to the forecasted cold.

The Missouri Department of Transportation is removing trees along I-435 from the Liberty area toward Kansas City International Airport to keep highways clear for World Cup visitors.

MoDOT is grinding stumps to ease mowing—this work is funded by its general operations budget.

Data centers in the Kansas City metro are drawing debate over tax breaks and resource use as four hyperscale centers in Northland are under construction or in development, with projects from Google and Meta raising concerns about water usage and local infrastructure.

Local leaders and residents are weighing economic benefits against property tax incentives, and a town hall is expected to offer more public input—intensifying the discussion.

Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt recorded a career-high 30 rushing attempts for 104 yards and a touchdown against the Colts—he now prepares for his next game in Dallas.

Thanksgiving Day 5K Run & Family Stroll

9 AM – 1 PM — Airshare, 6240 Sprint Pkwy Suite 300, Overland Park, KS — Registration fees may apply — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a fun-filled run and family stroll.

Bright at Bluhawk: Holiday Tree Lighting

6-7:30 p.m. — Bluhawk — Free entry — Experience the magic of the holiday season with a festive tree lighting, live entertainment, and delightful treats.

KC's Speed Dating Event for Singles Age 40-55

6:30-8:30 p.m. — AdventHealth Sports Park at Bluhawk — Ticket required — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a fun and relaxed speed dating environment.

Great Santa Run 5K and Lil’ Elves Kids Run

8 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Park Place — Registration fee applies — Celebrate the season with a festive 5K run supporting a local charity.

Introduction to Spring Framework and Boot Training

Mon-Fri, Dec 15-19 — HeartTraining, LLC — Inquire for costs — Enhance your skills in Spring 6, Spring Boot 3, and Spring REST with comprehensive training sessions.