Despite concerns, Johnson County Commission gives final approval to JO fare...
Some commissioners worry that the increase could cut into recent gains in ridership.
View ArticleNational math finals beckon four from county schools
Top students in state competition chosen for Washington, D.C., competition.
View ArticleVolunteers offer children stability through turbulent court system
Nobody said growing up was easy, but an Olathe teenager learned that it can be even harder than usual for kids in the court system. She also found out how much a volunteer court-appointed special...
View ArticleOlathe Youth Symphony celebrates 20 years of offering kids the challenge and...
When the Olathe Youth Symphony started, there were 40 kids playing in one symphonic orchestra. Twenty years later, the group has ballooned to 200 students in two orchestras. They will play a free...
View ArticleBike rodeo gives children a head start on safety
More than 1,000 helmets were donated for Sunday's Helmet Head Bike Rodeo in Olathe, which encouraged children to be safe while riding their bicycles.
View ArticleElectronic blackout caused security lapse
For seven hours, county couldn't access information from remote monitoring system.
View Article"Nobody wants to be the one who missed something" in school safety
Schools in Johnson and Miami counties have been meeting with law enforcement to study the most effective forms of protectio.
View ArticleStudents embrace diversity
In a predominantly white county, many Joco students are looking to incorporate as much diversity as possible into their high school experience. Some choose to attend a diverse school like Olathe North....
View ArticleFire heavily damages house under renovations in Olathe
Firefighters responded to the fire about 4 a.m. Wednesday. It took them about 45 minutes to control the blaze.
View ArticleRunners in Olathe's Garmin Marathon will reclaim the finish line for Boston
Organizers of Saturday's Garmin Marathon in Olathe will have a special ceremony for local runners detoured by explosions at Boston race.
View ArticleRunners in Olathe's Garmin Marathon will reclaim the finish line for Boston
Because of the bombings at the Boston Marathon, three Kansas City area runners were among those who could not cross it. On Saturday, though, they will get the chance to reach a finish line when they...
View ArticleOlathe health program is cutting risks and lowering costs
The City Council heard this week that that since Olathe partnered with the Wellness Innovations & Nursing Services in 2009, city employees have been losing weight, reducing their risk of serious...
View ArticleOlathe health program is cutting risks and lowering costs
The City Council heard this week that that since Olathe partnered with the Wellness Innovations & Nursing Services in 2009, city employees have been losing weight, reducing their risk of serious...
View ArticleConcerns escalate about moving developmentally disabled to KanCare
Lawmakers hold forum on Kancare. Hundreds turn out with questions at Olathe City Hall about whether developmentally disabled community should be included.
View ArticleFighting crime by changing high-risk thinking
Joco corrections programs work to create positive long-term changes in people whose wrong decisions brought them to the hands of justice in the first place.
View ArticleOlathe school board outlines where bond funds would go
If passed, the no-tax increase bond will help the district build a fifth high school, build another elementary school, improve aging facilities, heighten security and enhance technology for students.
View ArticleCounty to provide meals for seniors recently out of the hospital
Beginning in late spring, the Johnson County Nutrition Program will provide at-home meals for seniors who have been recently released from the hospital.
View ArticleOlathe student is Kansas winner of Doodle 4 Google competition
On Wednesday, Brendan Porter, a senior at Olathe North High School, was named the Kansas winner for his underwater-themed doodle. He was honored during a class assembly. His artwork will displayed with...
View ArticleLaw firm opens in Olathe; Mainstreet Credit Union gives to Shawnee Mission...
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