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The Kansas City Star

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Johnson County GOP elects new leaders following major midterm election losses

Johnson County Republicans elected new officers this week as the party begins to forge a path forward in the aftermath of the disastrous 2026 midterms. The leaders were chosen during the Johnson County Republican Central Committee’s biennial reorganization meeting Tuesday night in Olathe. Their election came a week after the county’s voters flipped 11 of the 20 Kansas House seats that are expected to switch from Republican to Democratic control once vote totals are finalized. That means nearly a dozen new Democratic lawmakers from Johnson County will be heading to Topeka in January. Democrats are now expected to hold 25 of the county’s 27 seats in the Kansas House. Several of those races came down to the wire and may not be fully decided until all mail ballots are counted this week. “I definitely was surprised,” said Jerry Charlton, of Overland Park, the newly elected Johnson County GOP chair. He added, however, that “historically, you see these types of swings.” “There’s been worse, you know, in the Democratic Party and others as well. But it’s cyclic.” The county party elects its leadership every two years. But this year’s election, following a series of high-profile losses in Johnson County, could allow

Johnson County, KS · 1d

West Virginia Mountaineers On SI

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Even After Transferring to Kansas, Trey Lathan is Giving Back to WVU Children’s Hospital

All Mountaineers fans can pull for the former West Virginia linebacker.

Morgantown, WV · 1d

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17 Must-Visit Antique Shops in Kansas City

Kansas City’s antique shops display dozens, even hundreds, of individual histories. The things you leave with—an armoire, a record collection, a stack of baseball cards—helps build yours. We explored the West Bottoms, Gillham Road, and beyond to find KC’s top spots for antique hunters. River Market...

Kansas City, MO · 2d
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Fairway mainstay Rainy Day Books opening a second JoCo shop in Lenexa

After more than five decades in Fairway, one Rainy Day Books will become two in Johnson County. This week, the Fairway mainstay announced plans for a new store further west, at Lenexa City Center. The store plans to operate inside the Made in Kansas City shop, just off 87th Street...

Lenexa, KS · 1d
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Brougham Elementary parents ask about class sizes if school takes in students from closing Olathe schools

OLATHE, Kan. (KCTV) - Parents at Brougham Elementary School said they have concerns about class sizes if their school takes in students from one of the six Olathe schools set to close. All six closing schools have now held meetings with the district to see proposed boundary maps. One of...

Olathe, KS · 20h

johnsoncountypost.com

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Drive-thru restaurant would replace planned office building at 97th and Metcalf

Another restaurant with a drive-thru is planned at the former Metcalf South shopping center. A smaller unnamed KC-owned restaurant that will have a drive-thru seems poised to replace plans for an office and commercial building at the southeast corner of 97th and Metcalf. Formerly where Metcalf South once stood, this...

Overland Park, KS · 2d

The Wichita Beacon

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Voters’ tax fatigue won at the polls, sending KCK back to drawing board for needed services

Some voters told The Beacon that rising taxes and cost of living in Wyandotte County could be standing in the way of meeting the need. The post Voters’ tax fatigue won at the polls, sending KCK back to drawing board for needed services appeared first on The Beacon .

Wyandotte County, KS · 1d

FOX4 News Kansas City

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Kansas freshman Tyran Stokes named preseason All-American

Kansas freshman Tyran Stokes was named a preseason All-American by Sporting News.

Lawrence, KS · 1d

West Virginia Mountaineers On SI

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What Lance Leipold Said About Mike Hawkins Jr. and WVU's Potent Offense

The Kansas head coach gives thoughts on facing the Mountaineers' explosive offensive attack.

Morgantown, WV · 2d

Country Herald

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MO-KS Weather Alert: Kansas City Drops to 23° Nov 13-19

Freezing nights bring frost concerns across Missouri and Kansas before highs approach the mid-60s next week.

Kansas City, MO · 9h

The Kansas City Star

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Fast-growing coffee chain opening Johnson County location soon

There’s undoubtedly a Yemeni coffee boom in the U.S. — and the Kansas City metro is no exception. Now yet another Yemeni coffee shop is poised to open in Johnson County soon, though fans of the cafés may recognize this brand. Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co. is opening a location in Leawood, tentatively by the end of December. The upcoming spot at 133rd Street and Mission Road (in the Market Square Shopping Center) will join the brand’s list of a few dozen locations in the U.S. and beyond. Franchise owner Rami Abboud told The Star that he plans to bring a friendly, hospitality-focused vibe to the brand’s first Kansas City area store. “Our goal is to make Qamaria more than just a place to pick up coffee, to be honest,” he said. “We put a lot of thought to make a warm atmosphere. We want people from all backgrounds to feel at home.” It will have all the typical offerings found in its locations in Michigan, Illinois, California, Texas and beyond. Some popular drinks include the signature Qamaria latte (steamed milk, espresso, cinnamon and cardamom), pistachio latte, Adeni chai, mango matcha, salted maple cold brew and more. Mankeesh (a Levantine flatbread),

Johnson County, KS · 1d

The Kansas City Star

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National analysts rave after KU routs Kentucky, Stokes looks like No. 1 pick

Kansas men’s basketball drew national rave reviews for its 89-69 rout of Kentucky on Tuesday night at Chicago’s United Center. The Jayhawks’ domination of the Wildcats stood out to many who watched the one-day doubleheader (Michigan State beat Duke 79-73 in the opener) that for 16 years has served as the premier early-season showcase in college basketball. Kansas, now 3-0, looked polished and connected on both ends, prompting widespread praise for a group that appears to have a higher ceiling than recent Jayhawk teams. Here’s a sampling of postgame comments about KU, which next will meet UNLV at 8:30 p.m. Central on Tuesday in the Players Era Eight tourney in Las Vegas. Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports and 247Sports wrote: “The Jayhawks — who had 24 assists on 32 made field goals — look like a Big 12 title contender and potential Final Four team. Kentucky does not. “Kansas was awesome. The Wildcats were not. Lots and lots of work ahead in Lexington. Kansas looked completely in sync on both sides of the floor. Prized freshman Tyran Stokes was beyond impressive with 23 points, 10 rebounds, and four assists while veteran wing Tre White dropped 30 . Purdue transfer Trey

Lawrence, KS · 1d

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JCCC Plans New Healthcare Building in Overland Park as Nursing Demand Soars

Johnson County Community College is planning to break ground on a new healthcare education building at its main campus during the 2026-2027 academic year, a project the college says is meant to keep pace with soaring student demand for nursing and healthcare careers across the region. The college announced the...

Overland Park, KS · 1d