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69 Express: I-435 at U.S. 69 to close overnight Nov. 6-7

Westbound I-435 from Antioch Road to Quivira Road will close to traffic beginning at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6. All lanes and ramps will reopen by Thursday, Nov. 7 at 6 a.m.  Eastbound I-435 from Quivira Road to Antioch Road will close to traffic beginning at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7. All lanes and ramps […]

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69 Express: College Boulevard to fully close this weekend

Eastbound and westbound College Boulevard at U.S. 69 will fully close to traffic Oct. 25-28 for bridge demolition as part of the 69 Express project. Detours will be marked. The Kansas Department of Transportation’s project will build a new express toll lane in each direction adjacent to the existing general-purpose lanes to increase safety and […]

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69 Express: 119th Street opens following long-term closure

All lanes and ramps at U.S. 69 and 119th Street are now open!  Access to the Highland Plaza shopping area is also fully restored, allowing drivers to enter the shopping center from the east and west.  119th Street at U.S. 69 along with the surrounding entrance and exit ramps closed this summer to expedite the […]

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Behind the Wheel: How OP’s snow crews prepare for winter weather

Wondering why you’re seeing snow plows in October? Overland Park’s snow crews are already gearing up for winter weather. These dedicated drivers are ready to handle whatever Mother Nature throws their way, ensuring our streets stay safe and accessible all season long. With more than 2,000 lane miles of streets and bridges to maintain, including […]

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Major construction projects wrapping up in Overland Park

As we approach the end of the year, several large construction projects across Overland Park are nearing completion, paving the way for enhanced road safety, smoother traffic flow and a stronger infrastructure for residents and visitors alike. Take a look at some of the key projects set to wrap up soon: Metcalf Avenue (91st to […]

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69 Express: U.S. 69 ramp closures begin Sept. 3

Update: The nightly closure of the northbound U.S. 69 to Blue Valley Parkway off ramp has been rescheduled for September 10-12. Three ramps at U.S. 69 will fully close beginning Tuesday, September 3 as part of the 69 Express project.  The northbound U.S 69 to Blue Valley Parkway off ramp will close between 7 p.m. […]

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58 years later, relic of local royalty returns to its rightful owner

In 1966, the country watched as Overland Park’s own Debbie Bryant was crowned Miss America, the first ever from Kansas. Here at home, the City quickly installed street signs along thoroughfares, proudly boasting, “City of Overland Park: Home of Miss America 1966, Debbie Bryant.” The signs were an indication of the new community’s pride in […]

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Council members, staff tour construction projects

Overland Park City Council members and staff embarked on a construction tour, led by the City’s Public Works Department on Saturday, Aug. 24. This annual event fosters collaboration and open dialogue between elected officials and the experts responsible for the City’s ongoing infrastructure projects. The tour began at the Overland Park Fire Training Center with […]

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69 Express: 119th Street at U.S. 69 to close Friday

Beginning Friday, August 23, 119th Street between Grant Street and Farley/Three Lakes Parkway and the 119th Street to southbound U.S. 69 ramp will close for 60 days. This closure accelerates the reconstruction of 119th Street interchange ramps and U.S. 69 bridges over 119th Street.  The southbound U.S. 69 to 119th Street and the 119th Street […]

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