County Manager's Office
Museum plans new exhibit about trains
Johnson County Museum's new exhibit remains on track to open May 13 at the Arts & Heritage Building 8788 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park.
Special Delivery program needs volunteers
The Johnson County Department of Aging and Human Services has a new volunteer opportunity called Special Delivery
to support both the Area Agency on Aging and food pantries.
to support both the Area Agency on Aging and food pantries.
Project nears end at SM Park Marina
Renovations at the Shawnee Mission Park Marina began in November, and Johnson County Park and Recreation District officials are striving for a Memorial Day Weekend opening, although the project has experienced delays due to spring rains.
Work begins on phase two of JoCo Square
New enhancements to the popular and historic Johnson County Square in downtown Olathe are coming soon. Phase two of construction has started and it will continue throughout the summer.
Elder Abuse: Investigations require team work from DA's Office, law enforcement
June 15 is annual World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Johnson County is not immune to reports of elder abuse with increased cases mirroring continued growth of an aging population.
Virtual classes help to combat social isolation
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention defines social isolation as lacking social connections and loneliness as feeling alone regardless of social contact.
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day annually occurs on June 15
Every year an estimated 5 million, or one in 10 older Americans experience some form of elder abuse.
Cover Story: Ready, set, play! Aging adults like pickleball
Jan Brunks and Debbie Turner are friends and rookies in pickleball.
Summer fun includes day trips, nature walks
The weather is heating up and so are the trips and travel-themed programs for Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s 50 Plus Department.
Master Gardeners gather in O.P.
The eyes of the Extension Master Gardener world are set to focus on Johnson County as we host the 2023 International Master Gardener Conference from June 18-22 at the Overland Park Convention Center, 6000 College Blvd.