April 1 marked the official end to the snow season! Each winter, Overland Park snow crews diligently prepare for all types of winter weather by training drivers, practicing routes and coordinating schedules, ensuring a rapid and effective response to any winter event. Check out the totals for winter 2024-2025: Seven winter weather event responses 21 […]
Hear directly from Mayor Curt Skoog about what’s happening in our community in his April video message. This month, the mayor shares details about the upcoming Farmers’ Market season at Matt Ross Community Center, WalletHub naming OP one of the happiest cities in America and more! Watch the Mayor’s Message below. […]
Beginning April 6, 167th Street at U.S. 69 will fully close to traffic between Antioch Road and Metcalf Avenue for 180 days to allow for the reconstruction of the 167th Street interchange as part of the 69Express project. During the closure, U.S. 69 over 167th Street will be reduced to one lane in both directions. […]
The Arbor Day Foundation named Overland Park a 2024 Tree City, honoring the City’s commitment to plant, grow and maintain trees to benefit the community. The City also received a Growth Award for demonstrating improved levels of tree care and community engagement. Each year, the Arbor Day Foundation recognizes cities across the country that meet […]
Overland Park is proud to support SevenDays and its mission to combat hate by fostering kindness and understanding in our community. SevenDays is a local nonprofit dedicated to creating a more inclusive and compassionate society, one act of kindness at a time. Each year, SevenDays hosts a week-long series of themed events to honor the […]
Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead opens for the 2025 season on Tuesday, April 1 at 9 a.m., bringing fresh excitement with a brand-new play structure and the introduction of Sensory-Friendly Early Admission Days. Families can kick off the fun with a barnyard bonanza featuring hands-on activities, live entertainment, more than 250 animals, playgrounds, fishing, wagon rides, gem […]
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 […]