From carving spooky faces to baking delicious seasonal treats, pumpkins and gourds are the stars of our fall traditions. But as the festivities wind down, don’t just toss them out. Give them a sustainable encore! Pumpkin composting We make it flexible and easy to compost your unpainted, undecorated pumpkins and gourds. Drop them off in […]
The Overland Park Police Department is proud to announce the launch of a new community-focused program to improve interactions between first responders and community members with developmental disabilities, mental health needs, or other sensitive concerns. The program aims to improve communications between first responders and the community, providing practical resources to help officers, firefighters, and […]
Work is wrapping up on Santa Fe Drive, where changes are making travel smoother, safer and more accessible for everyone. On Santa Fe Drive east of Antioch, crews are reconfiguring the existing four-lane roadway into a three-lane segment with: Two through lanes, A center turn lane, And new buffered bike lanes on both sides. This […]
November in Overland Park brings cozy vibes, community spirit and plenty to do! From festive markets and family fun to seasonal celebrations and local favorites, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this month. So, grab your calendar and make the most of November’s lineup of local events. Pumpkin Composting – Daily Drop off your unpainted, […]
From imaginative costumes and glowing jack-o’-lanterns to mountains of candy, Halloween is a night filled with excitement, laughter and festive fun! Before you head out for an evening of trick-or-treating or greeting little ghosts and ghouls at your door, keep these tips in mind to make sure everyone has a safe and happy Halloween night. […]
The City of Overland Park will hold an open house this week to share early plans for a linear park near College Boulevard and Metcalf Avenue. The College and Metcalf mobility enhancements project includes building amenities along College to: Make the area more walkable and bikeable Enhance the attractiveness of the corridor Make the area […]
There’s still time to soak up the sights, sounds and smiles of farm life at Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead before it closes for the season after Oct. 31! Celebrate the season at Pumpkin Hollow Step into the magic of fall at Pumpkin Hollow, open Tuesday through Sunday, now through Oct. 26. Enjoy family-friendly favorites like […]
Hear directly from Mayor Curt Skoog about what’s happening in our community in his October video message. This month, the mayor shares details about: The City’s LEED Gold certification, Free art exhibits at Tomahawk Ridge Community Center, And the City’s newest park! Watch the Mayor’s Message below. […]
Overland Park, it’s time to get spooktacular! Whether your porch is crawling with cobwebs, glowing with pumpkins or guarded by a life-sized skeleton army, we want to see your frightfully festive creativity on display. How to EnterSnap a photo of your home’s exterior decked out for spooky season and submit it online by Oct. 24. […]
Give your unwanted items a new life at the Recycling Extravaganza on Saturday, October 18, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Black & Veatch Campus, 11401 Lamar Ave. This event makes it easy to recycle, donate and responsibly dispose of items you no longer need, all in one place. Whether you’re clearing out […]