Johnson County Kansas

You can now navigate through the articles in our digital version of The Best Times. View the links below to get started reading the January-February 2023 edition.

Divorce is a painful process. As grandparents of children who may be caught in the middle, it can be difficult to know how to offer support as their family begins to create two homes from one. By keeping a few key principles in mind, you can become a source of strength during a time of uncertainty.

Let the good times roll at a 50 Plus Mardi Gras Marathon of Mah Jongg.

Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s 50 Plus Program has a lineup of classes at the Meadowbrook Park Clubhouse, 9101 Nall Ave., Prairie Village, in prepping spring gardens.

With the beginning of the New Year comes income tax season-that time between late January and April 15 when almost all households must file a tax return.

One of the best things about the holidays is all the delicious food. Whether you’re the chef or an eager helper, it’s important to be cautious with what you’re putting down the kitchen drain while you’re preparing that big meal. Beware of FOG and avoid the clog.

Respiratory viruses like COVID-19, influenza and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) made an earlier than usual appearance in Johnson County this season. Cases of all three, especially RSV, started trending upward in the fall and have continued to increase.

After many months of planning, Johnson County Library is beginning construction on its newest branch, the Merriam Plaza Library, co-located on a campus with the Merriam Community Center in the 6000 block of Slater Street.

A 50 Plus Valentine’s Day Lunch and Bingo event will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 14 at the Meadowbrook Park Clubhouse, 9101 Nall Ave., Prairie Village.

Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s 50 Plus Program has a new lineup of lunch and learn series in 2023.