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New household hazardous waste facility opens in OP

Clear household clutter and protect our planet by properly disposing of household hazardous waste at the new Johnson County Household Waste Collection and Reuse Facility located at 11231 Mastin St. in Overland Park.  Operating from 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, the facility allows for the safe disposal of unwanted paint, household chemicals, […]

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Enjoy the sparkle: Celebrating Independence Day in OP

Celebrate the red, white and blue, and join us for an unforgettable Fourth of July in Overland Park at these City events: Star Spangled Spectacular Get ready for another Star Spangled Spectacular on July 4 at Corporate Woods Founders’ Park, located at 9711 W. 109th St.  Food trucks open and concerts kick off at 5 […]

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Parade of Hearts returns to OP

Spreading love and art throughout our community, the Parade of Hearts is back. Overland Park is hosting four heart-themed public sculptures again this summer, each by a local artist showcasing their love for the Kansas City region.  You can spot the hearts at: McCarthy Honda, 7979 Metcalf Johnson County Community College, 12345 College Blvd Prairiefire, […]

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City manager names new Overland Park Fire Department chief

City Manager Lori Curtis Luther named Alan Long as the new Overland Park Fire Department chief after a competitive recruitment process involving internal and external applicants. “Alan has a deep understanding of the essential work of the fire service. His leadership skills complement our executive leadership team incredibly well,” Luther said. “I am looking forward […]

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Overland Park approves infrastructure sales tax

Overland Park residents have approved a dedicated three-eighth cent sales tax to fund maintenance and improvements to City streets and traffic management systems.  The Johnson County Election Office announced preliminary results of the mail-in ballot election Thursday. The sales tax, which is dedicated to funding City infrastructure, passed with 53.4% approval. City Manager Lori Curtis […]

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Overland Park is one of the best places to live in America

The City of Overland Park is one of the top 100 places to live in the United States according to a study from Livability.com.  Livability credits Overland Park’s delicious barbecue, growing brewery scene, appreciation for the arts and beautiful outdoor spaces as some of the many reasons to love Overland Park. In addition, the City’s […]

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Yoga with a side of mischief; Goat yoga returns to the Farmstead

Roll out your yoga mat with furry friends as goat yoga returns to Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead! Take the opportunity to exercise and unwind with some of the Farmstead’s happiest residents at 5:30 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. on the following dates: June 27 July 11 July 25 August 8 August 26 September 16 Certified fitness […]

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OP Moves ballots due back ASAP

The deadline to vote in the City’s OP Moves three-eighth cent sales tax election is coming up. Cast your vote in the Overland Park sales tax election by submitting your ballot to the Johnson County Election Office no later than noon on Thursday, June 22. Ballots sent via mail are also eligible if the election […]

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Framing the future of Overland Park; Foundation Report out now

The FrameworkOP Foundation Report is out now! FrameworkOP is a community-driven process to update Overland Park’s comprehensive plan, exploring crucial topics like housing, population trends, economic development, community services, land use, environmental resources, utilities and infrastructure. Did you know Overland Park is expected to grow by around 65,000 to 75,000 residents by 2050? Or that […]

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