Lenexa, KS news on Saturday, October 17, 2026
In Lenexa, KS on Saturday, October 17, 2026: Johnson County food pantry, resource guide launched. Also: Shawnee Mission students were unharmed after a deadly truck incident at a Wichita sports complex; A Lenexa couple shared their stroke survival story and recovery experience. Weather: Saturday brings mild temperatures between 44–63°F with mostly clear skies and light winds up to 13 mph.
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Headlines
- Shawnee Mission students were unharmed after a deadly truck incident at a Wichita sports complex.Johnson County Post · · Around
News & local government
- Johnson County business news updates released for October 17.Daily Journal · · Around
- Johnson County supervisors extended a moratorium on new data center construction.KGAN · · Around
Events & going out
- Mission's 'Go Green' fair returns today with 50 exhibits about recycling and sustainability.Johnson County Post · · Around
Business & new openings
- Rainy Day Books is expanding from its Lenexa location to three stores total.Axios ·
- A Kansas wearables founder encourages startups to use state innovation incentive programs.Startland News ·
- Artisun Solar named a 2026 Top Solar Contractor by a national review.The National Law Review ·
Community & volunteering
- A Lenexa couple shared their stroke survival story and recovery experience.KSHB 41 Kansas City ·
- Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County raising funds for a memorial to a Borlaug Elementary student.KCJJ · · Around
- Johnson County Library celebrates volunteers and supporters who help the library system.Johnson County Post · · Around
- Johnson County food pantry and community resources directory available for residents.Daily Journal · · Around
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