Good morning, Overland Park.

Phoenix Family was chosen as KCTV’s December 3-Degree Guarantee winner for its work in helping families face poverty during the holiday season—its efforts bring needed support to local neighbors.

Motorists encountered dangerous slick roads Tuesday after heavy snowfall and low temperatures reduced the effectiveness of road chemicals—local crews and highway patrol advised extra caution while clearing neighborhoods.

Al Pitrelli of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra spoke about upcoming KC concerts in an interview—he said the band will perform soon and more details will be announced for local fans.

Johnson County leaders plan to improve public transportation after the World Cup by adding more frequent bus service on popular routes—such as the Metcalf line—and reducing microtransit days to reallocate funds.

The county will make these changes in 2026 to create a more reliable system for riders in the growing metro area.

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.

Noon Year’s Eve Celebration at Science City

12-6:30 p.m. — Science City at Union Station — Admission varies — Celebrate the New Year early with fun science activities, hands-on demonstrations, and a giant balloon drop.