Overland Park News

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. - On Monday, June 4, those wishing to remember Private First Class Cale Miller, are invited to line the streets for a patriotic procession as he is returned to his hometown for burial.

Overland Park, KS - infoZine - "Overland Park has posted signs at the lake earlier this week as tests for Geese at South Lake Park in Johnson County and the state were being done and results later indicated a moderate concentration of blue-green algae," said Nico Cantarero, a city water quality specialist.

In this Dec. 1, 2011 photo, job seekers attend a career fair in Overland Park, Kansas.

The founders of Q’s Que barbecue wanted to start small.So just over a year ago they set up shop in a Lee’s Summit’s bar that wanted to offer food to its customers.But with two businesses sharing one space, quarters were tight and customers were often confused about operations, they said.

A food service operation recently inspected by the Environmental Health Division of the Jackson County Public Works Department had three or more critical violations.

Overland Park police said a Ford pickup truck and a Buick Lacrosse collided about 11:40 a.m., sending both vehicles across Metcalf Avenue.

Bushnell Outdoor Products, an industry-leader in high performance sports optics for more than 60 years, has introduced two new reticle options in its popular Elite Tactical 3-12x 44mm long range riflescope .

Call it the Kansas Homestead Act, 2012. It’s doing better than you might imagine, sometimes one painstakingly recruited person at a time.

Summer is here, which means free music at local parks and outdoor shopping centers in the Kansas City area.A This fun event is popular in many of the surrounding metro cities and parks, which offer fun for all ages.A So, grab a cooler full of drinks, some comfy lawn chairs, and enjoy one of these free local concerts at your neighborhood park.

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. -A A Is it art or is it obscene?A That's what one group is hoping a grand jury will decide about a sculpture in the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Garden.

Inspired by the "little things" that create memorable travel experiences, the DoubleTree by Hilton hotel chain has embarked on a 50-city tour to offer special treats and giveaways to travelers and local residents.

Consumer confidence is boosting sales, she said, and retailers are on the lookout for new markets to enter.

The joy of summer is not slimming down to fit into a swimsuit or picking at a salad of baby greens.

The Kansas City Business Journal reports that the Overland Park, Kan.-based wireless carrier said it would move business and government customers currently on its 2G network to its new Sprint Direct Connect service.

Women in their 70s and 80s will be in Overland Park, Kan., May 29 through June 3 to compete in the United States Tennis Association's National Women's 65, 75 and 85 Indoor Championships at the Midtown Athletic Club.

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. - It's officially pool season but this year, police are giving an early warning to those tempted to take a dip without permission.

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. - Jazz in the Woods 2012 organizers are ready for big crowds, ready to have fun and raise money for local charities that benefit children.

The shapes of several Johnson County legislative districts will be decided in hearings that started Tuesday in federal court in Kansas City, Kan.

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. - Tom Wilson, a Marine veteran, is on his second day of asking for donations for U.S. Troops in Afghanistan.A He's a volunteer to fill the Platoons Forward Wish List, which includes noodles, candy, soap, razors and many other items that we usually take for granted.

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. - Hundreds filled a church Monday evening to honor a man who gave the ultimate sacrifice for this country.