Kansas Emergency Rental Assistance (KERA) has more than $18 million in funds for rental and utility assistance available to support Johnson County residents. Households can be eligible for up to one year of rental assistance (past due or future)... more
The public is invited to the Johnson County Developmental Supports Emerging Artists Fall Solstice Virtual Studio Sale event. All artwork is 20% off and the sale runs through Sept. 27.
The artists are excited to share their art work with... more
Nearly 23% of what ends up in our recycle bins are items that can’t be recycled. This includes items that could perhaps be recycled elsewhere like glass (purple Ripple Glass bins!) or plastic bags (take them back to the grocery store), or items... more
More information including official minutes, votes, videos, information about how to make public comments and how to request accommodations is available at boccmeetings.jocogov.org... more
Johnson County's K-State Research and Extension office is collecting gently used kitchen equipment and tools to help those in need. the JoCo EATS Kitchen Restore provides kitchen starter kits of gently used or new essentials.
On JoCo on the Go, episode #105, a popular Johnson County Park and Recreation program turns 50 this year. Hear from the 50 Plus department manager about all the exciting ways you can stay mentally and physically fit while enjoying some... more
Now in its eleventh year with Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s 50 Plus Program, this year’s virtual Live Well Age Well event features local experts providing tips, resources, and take-aways that are available either online or right... more
The Johnson County Charter Commission will hold a public hearing at 5:30 p.m., on Sept. 13, at the KU Edwards Campus BEST Conference Center, Overland Park, to receive comments on the... more
On JoCo on the Go, episode #104, our world was forever changed 20 years ago. On this 20th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, we remember where we were, the impact it had on us and the 2,977 lives lost that day. You’ll hear from... more
Johnson County Government is celebrating its 164th anniversary on Tuesday, Sept. 7, as a local government organized in bygone Gum Springs, now the city of Shawnee.
Back in 1855, when Johnson County was created as one of the first 33... more
