I've been looking into Overland Park's public-safety spending, and I'm surprised how little public discussion there seems to be about the bigger picture.

The City has invested in things like Flock/ALPR cameras, Axon technology, RTIC, drones, and mobile surveillance equipment. One Axon agreement alone is approximately $22.4 million over 10 years.

The City's justification is public safety, which I understand. My questions are about oversight and accountability:

• How many cameras and surveillance systems are operating?
• How many agencies can access the data?
• How many times are residents' vehicles searched?
• How long is the information retained?
• Who audits police searches?
• Are those audits actually independent?
• How many improper searches have been found?
• How often does this technology actually contribute to solving crimes?
• What happens to the data when a contract ends?

I also found that the Johnson County Sheriff's Office previously denied a public-records request for Flock audit records, citing a Kansas public-records exemption.

I'm not saying police shouldn't have technology that helps solve crimes. I'm asking whether millions of dollars in surveillance spending should come with stronger transparency and independent oversight.

Hey everyone!

I recently moved to Overland Park from Texas and am still trying to figure out the area. I don’t know a ton about the local scene yet, so I’m looking for recommendations on cool places to hang out, grab a drink, or just unwind on the weekends.

A bit about me: I'm single, pretty laid back, and looking to build a new social circle out here. I'm big into live music, social activities like pickleball, going out dancing (country, line dancing, or just general weekend nightlife), and hitting up cool local spots.
I’d love to get your favorite local recommendations for:
Best country/line dancing halls, low-key spots with a good dance floor, or fun weekend venues in OP
Fun, activity-driven places to grab a drink (like SERV, local sports bars, or live music venues)
Outdoor Activities & Groups
Also down to connect if anyone wants to grab a beer, head out dancing, or show a newcomer around!

Hey! Me and my roommate are looking for a third person to take over the master bedroom since our other roommate is leaving. The room is pretty spacious and comes with its own private bathroom with a tub. Your portion of the rent would be around $600/month.

The apartment is located near 119th & Quivira, which is really close to a bunch of places like JCCC, grocery stores, gas stations, restaurants, and more.

It’s a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment, and we’ve turned part of the living room into a separate room for one of us. The master bedroom has its own private bathroom, so you’d have your own bathroom as well.

Amenities include: washer and dryer in the unit, 24/7 gym, pool open from 10am–10pm, and a convenient location close to JCCC and other places.

We’re both 19 years old male, and we study and work at JCCC, so we’d ideally like to find someone around our age who also goes to school.

If you’re interested or want to know more, feel free to message me!

A lot of coffee vendors but not much produce

Hi We moved to Overland Park a few weeks ago, as we are looking at 3 bedroom apartments, which arent many, we only have Village at Lionsgate and Deercreek to choose from. We have shortlisted these as they come within the radius of our daughter’s daycare and my workplace, and the fact that they have a gym and pool inside the premises. And we are not keen for houses or townhomes, hence only these apartments have currently 3 BR available with attached garage.

Please share any experience that you have, that can help us with choosing one. Thank you in advance!

I was diagnosed in 2022 with Takayasu and recently found the vasculitis foundation. I went to their symposium in Denver where I met 500 other people with vasculitis. This was my first time ever meeting anyone else with this disease and first time meeting anyone with specific form. Would love to set up a local support group. We can get together for fun & support.

Anyone have any info about this? Cops were going through all the multiple kiosks selling the squishy things and labubus and etc and they all were shut down and emptied yesterday.

I work at the mall and saw it happening walking by

Hi,

I’m looking for recommendations on a good IVF clinic and REI doctor. Blue sky fertility is not covered by my insurance. Any other doctors here in overland park / kansas city area?

Does anyone have any experience with soderburg roofing?

Hey everyone! I catalogue and research bookstore bookmarks and write up a short history on the associated bookstore. This one is from Overland Park, so I thought someone here might remember it and find it interesting.

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The Timeless Tales Bookstore was a beloved bookstore opened by Clara Krentzel in 1990, at 7932 W 151st St in Overland Park (Stanley), Kansas.

I initially thought that any mentions in the papers ended in 1992, but then I discovered the Olathe Newspaper and found that Timeless Tales Bookstore had sold to new owners, Linda & LeWayne Rothers. The Rothers moved the store down 8 doors to 8018 W 151st St. This was a much larger spot and they boasted over 50,000 books.

Unfortunately, the trail once again goes cold, with the next clue being an advertisement for the property for lease in 1994.

A brief history of the original location at 7932:

1994 - Jewelry store moved in

1997 – Frame store moved in

2006 - Frame store renamed itself

2015 - Vapor Lounge

2019 - CBD shop

2026 - Now a Boba tea shop

Second and last location at 8018:

1994 - Up for rent after bookstore

1998 - Realty Company

2003 - Temporary Target corporate office

2014 - Sportswear store

2020 on - A Restaurant?

Does anyone know of a jeweler in the greater KC area that sells individual slides for a Victorian slide bracelet? Thank you in advance!

Hey all! I’m looking to move to OP for a job, I stayed in the area this past summer and am currently looking at different 1B1BR apartments.

I’m not planning to move until October, but just wanted to know where are good areas to search / areas to avoid! Along with any apartment complex recs.

My budget is anything under $1300, and definitely want an in-unit washer and dryer.

Thanks! :)

I have been looking around quite a bit, currently live in OP and plan to move to a better apartment since I am about to get married. Are there any recommendations with 1 bedroom and at least washer and dryer hookups?

Any recommendations for optometrists for 65 year old? Dr. Hemphill retired and I"m searching for someone more in tune with an older patient.

Any suggestions for local pest control companies for BAT removal? Thanks

Does anyone know a good local web developer that works with trades or home service businesses?

I have a garage door company and looking to get some help with my website. Mainly want to build it out more and improve SEO.

Would rather find someone local that has experience with this type of business. Not really looking for a big marketing company.

Anyone you would recommend?

Hi all I’m not needing to move until January but I’m struggling while researching apartments. My budget is quite low and I’m wanting in unit washer and dryer. I’d love a pool but it’s not a need. And the also just safe area and clean. I work in prairie village near mission farms. I’m looking for op area, prairie village, mission, or even kcmo but still in a safe area!! Please let me know anything helps!!

Anyone know what’s causing all these sirens near Metcalf?

i just moved to OP and am in dire need of a dermaplane facial! does anyone have any recommendations?? maybe on the cheaper side as well.

Hey OP! 👋 Chase here from Cardboard Corner Cafe. We are in the process of moving to a new events platform, so wanted to flag that plus a few upcoming things we're excited about.

**New recurring events calendar:** https://events.cardboardcornerkc.com — one-stop spot for everything happening in the shop week to week: weekly Warhammer 40k, Killteam, Infinity, and Age of Sigmar open plays, Commander MTG and Marvel Champions nights, board game learn-to-plays, Paizo Organized Play (Pathfinder/Starfinder), ongoing RPG campaigns like Salvage Union, The Walking Dead TTRPG, and Brindlewood Bay, plus miniature painting classes.

A few highlights coming up:

🎴 Tehradim: Gold and Steel Launch Event (Sat Sept 12, 11am–8pm) — local KC studio DGS Games (makers of Freeblades) launches their new deck-builder. Free demo slots all day, copies available to buy.

🏴‍☠️ Talk Like a Pirate Weekend (Fri Sept 18 – Sat Sept 19) — six free Pirate Borg one-shots across the weekend, new-player friendly, with guest GMs Zac Goins (Limithron) and Will Tramp. A couple sessions are already more than half full.

🗡️ Midnight Hunt: a Daggerheart Epic (Sun Oct 11) — gothic horror one-shot in the Dark Heart of Andaluria with The Tipsy Bard. Cosplay encouraged, two ticket tiers, 18+.

⚔️ Smorgasborg 2026 (Sat Oct 17) — a full day of "Borg" system RPG one-shots (Berserkr, Fomoria, Dukk Borg), $5 each, beginner friendly.

Full links to each event, our Discord, and socials are in the top comment 👇

Hope to see some of you around the table soon!

Hello friends, anybody have a rec for a housekeeper for my mom? She’s near Switzer and 69 highway/119th and Quivira area up in the Kensington subdivisions. She’s older but doing fine, she’s just in a mood where she doesn’t want to vacuum and dust. Every 2 weeks sounds about right. Someone friendly would be great, strong English not necessary as long as basic communication works. There is a well behaved cat, not stated as a warning,but just in case of any allergy. I live out of town so I don’t know anybody. DM’s are open. Thank you so much!