Traveling this spring and summer? Whether it’s a weekend getaway or a long vacation, a few simple precautions can help protect your home while you’re away. Here’s how to keep your home secure during your travels: Lock the doors and windows. Be sure your garage door makes it all the way down before you pull […]
Spring is in full swing, and the City’s calendar is packed full of opportunities to enjoy the season! As the days grow longer and the flowers begin to bloom, the city comes alive with events for all ages. Mark your calendars to make the most of the sunshine! Nature Photography Art Contest Capture the beauty […]
Location influences our happiness more than we might realize! Researchers have long studied what makes people feel fulfilled, finding the key factors include a positive mental state, good physical health, strong social connections, job satisfaction and financial well-being. A recent WalletHub study ranked Overland Park the fifth happiest city in America, proving that residents enjoy […]
Overview is the City’s quarterly newsletter for residents. It includes news, things to see and do in Overland Park, valuable information for neighborhoods and recreational and environmental news. The spring 2025 Overview features articles about: A new property tax rebate pilot program, Opportunities to recycle this spring, Keeping your home safe while traveling, Water wheelchairs […]
The northbound U.S. 69 ramp to 135th Street fully closed to traffic Sunday, March 16 for ramp reconstruction as part of the 69Express project. The ramp will reopen at the end of April. The Kansas Department of Transportation’s project will build a new express toll lane in each direction adjacent to the existing general-purpose lanes […]
Hear directly from Mayor Curt Skoog about what’s happening in our community in his March video message. This month, the mayor shares details about: The City’s new property tax rebate pilot program, Planning ahead during Severe Weather Preparedness Month, And exciting events on the horizon, including opening day at Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead, the first […]
Eastbound and westbound lanes of 167th Street at U.S. 69 will fully close to traffic beginning Friday, March 7 for bridge demolition. Ramps will remain open to right-turn movements, and detours will be marked. Lanes are scheduled to reopen by 10 p.m. on March 9. Traffic on U.S. 69 in this area will be limited […]
Overland Park City Council approved plans for a new program to provide property tax relief to residents needing it most. The property tax rebate pilot program will offer up to 75% of City property taxes back to eligible residents. To be eligible to apply, you must: Be an Overland Park resident Live in and own […]
The Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens is proud to unveil its new LongHouse Community Art Gallery, an exciting addition that merges the beauty of the natural world with the creativity of fine art. The gallery opened in the LongHouse Visitor Center on Tuesday, March 4 with the debut exhibit “Florals,” showcasing the watercolor masterpieces […]
As we transition from winter to spring, it’s time to start thinking about severe weather safety. The National Weather Service designated March 3-7 Severe Weather Preparedness Week to promote diligent planning for inclement weather. Take this week to ensure you and your family are ready for the storms that come with the changing seasons. Know […]