Nestled in the heart of America, Overland Park stands out as a hidden gem with its unique blend of charm and community spirit. While OP may not be the official “City of Love,” here are 10 reasons why Overland Park is a city worth falling in love with: Picturesque ParksIt’s right there in our name! […]
Overland Park Mayor Curt Skoog will present his State of the City address on March 5 at the University of Kansas Edwards Campus. During his address, Mayor Skoog will share community updates from the past year and consider Overland Park’s future quality of life, land use, housing, environment, economic well-being and mobility through the lens […]
We’re seeing red! Red Friday, that is. The City of Overland Park transformed into a sea of red as City staff proudly donned their Chiefs gear, celebrating this season’s final Red Friday as the Kansas City Chiefs prepare to make another Super Bowl appearance. As the countdown to kickoff continues, the sense of hometown pride […]
All southbound lanes on U.S. 69 between 119th Street and Blue Valley Parkway along with the 119th to southbound U.S. 69 entrance ramp will close to traffic on Friday, Feb. 9 at 7 p.m. to allow bridge girder setting for the new Blue Valley Parkway to southbound U.S. 69 flyover entrance ramp. Detours will be […]
The Overland Park City Council approved the establishment of a Mental Health Advisory Committee in December 2021, reflecting the City’s commitment to addressing mental health obstacles within the community and fostering a supportive environment for residents. The Mental Health Advisory Committee is composed of individuals with diverse personal and professional experiences, each bringing a unique […]
In his February video message, hear directly from Mayor Curt Skoog about what’s happening in our community. This month, the mayor shares: How to get involved with the City’s comprehensive plan, FrameworkOP, Summer lifeguard opportunities with OP Pools, And his upcoming State of the City address on March 5. Watch the Mayor’s Message below. […]
Did you hear the buzzzz? Pollination Investigation, a poster exhibition exploring the unique relationship between pollinators and flowers, is available to view at LongHouse Visitor Center, 9209 W. 179th St., now through this fall! The captivating posters educate and inspire people to explore the natural world by looking at flowers and insects. Nearly 90 percent […]
It may be winter, but the City of Overland Park is gearing up for a splashing summer ahead! While most of us dream of warmer weather, the City is actively seeking enthusiastic individuals to join its lifeguard team. No prior lifeguarding experience? No problem! The City provides training for all hired lifeguards. OP lifeguards enjoy […]
A draft update to the City of Overland Park’s comprehensive plan, Framework OP, is now available. The City will soon be looking for feedback on the draft plan from residents. The process to update Framework OP started in 2022. This major update to the City’s comprehensive plan will guide land use and policy decisions for […]
The barn doors may currently be closed to visitors, but Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead is BAH-ursting with excitement as it welcomes new additions to its furry family! Each year, as their due date approaches, pregnant mama goats move to the Farmstead maternity ward, or Dairy Barn, where they are paired up based on personality and […]