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Summer is a great time to visit the Johnson County Museum! Our signature exhibit “Becoming Johnson County” offers something for everyone in the family to enjoy, including KidScape and the 1950s All-Electric House. You won’t want to miss our newest special exhibit, “Free to Be…A 1960s Fashion Revolution,” opening June 1. This groovy exhibition takes visitors on a captivating journey through the vibrant world of 1960s women’s fashion via four distinct themes that symbolize the era’s spirit of self-expression and cultural transformation.

Summer is getting closer, which makes it a good time to revisit one of our favorite “5 to Try” lists from the past. As weather warms up and the kids prepare for vacation and lazy days spent at the pool, want to update our list of local ice cream favorites in Johnson County.

A new shop selling sweets with a twist will soon open in Johnson County. California-based chain Mochinut will “soft open” its new southern Overland Park storefront on May 30. Mochinut will operate at 7414 W. 119th St. The shop will operate out of a space at the Rosana...

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This spot right at the junction of Cupertino and San Jose, just opposite HMart, specializes in Cantonese dim sum, a popular choice for many families gathering on weekends. Initially, I thought dim sum would be quite expensive, but four of us ate for less than $120 and even took three dishes home 😂. Without the takeaway, it would have been less than $30 per person, which is really great value! Dim sum comes in small, medium, large, and special sizes, with different pricing on weekends. On weekdays, prices are uniform and even cheaper. Just order according to your preference 😘. Here are five stars for my favorites ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: 🦞 Lobster Yee Mein - a huge portion for just $28, it's incredibly affordable and enough for two people. 🥟 Crab Roe Siu Mai - generously filled and super delicious. 🐄 Beef Offal - very flavorful and not at all gamey. 🍍 Pineapple Custard Bun and the signature Snowy Bun - both are delightful desserts, with the Snowy Bun featuring a taro filling that's not overly sweet. Other tasty dishes include steamed spare ribs with black bean sauce, mouthwatering chicken, preserved meat and radish cake, stir-fried beef ho fun, roasted goose, and white cloud chicken feet... all delicious! While dining, there's even a lady pushing a dim sum cart around, asking if you need anything—it instantly takes you back to the feeling of having morning tea back home 😢. Plus, with Panda Express delivery, you get $8 off $10, and with a $0.99 membership, delivery fees are waived. Golden Palace Restaurant 📍 1146 S De Anza Blvd, San Jose, CA 95129.

The Miami County Historical Museum in Paola will host a presentation called “A Massacre Etched in Stone: Petroglyphs of the Kansas Smokey Hills” on Saturday, May 18. The free program will begin at 1 p.m. at the museum, which is located at 12 E. Peoria St. In Paola.

April 26 at 7 p.m., students gathered to perform talents of their choosing in front of a crowd of friends and family during the theater department’s annual Variety Show. Ranging from K-POP to piano improvisation, these acts were very entertaining and sure to please. Each performer offered a show with their singing, acting, dancing, or instrumental skills which was impressive and captivating.

Senior photos are usually taken the summer before a student’s senior year to commemorate the big milestone they have reached. Built around that senior and their interests, they can be used to be submitted into the yearbook, posted on Instagram for a tradition called Senior Sunday, or inputted for necessary senior applications.

Our annual tradition continues. Flower baskets are up along 135th Street and Martin City, inviting you to take a closer at our historic neighborhood. The Martin City Community Improvement District funds basket selection, placement, and maintenance every year. They’re provided by Rosehill Gardens, and the landscaping company is diligent about watering to keep the colors popping! Thanks, Rosehill!Visit here for more details.

On May 7, a 12-year-old Quarter Horse gelding at a boarding facility in Johnson County, Kansas, was recently confirmed positive for strangles after developing a fever on May 3. The horse is now under quarantine. EDCC Health Watch is an Equine Network marketing program that utilizes information from the Equine...

A California-headquartered Chinese fast food chain has officially expanded its Johnson County presence. Panda Express officially marked the opening of its new southern Overland Park location with a ribbon-cutting event on Thursday. Panda Express operates at 15890 Metcalf Ave. The restaurant operates out of a newly-built space just off West...

The desire to capture a moment: it’s been ingrained in humanity since the dawn of time, to last in some tangible way after we’re gone. From markings on cave walls to renaissance paintings, humans have tried to freeze time in beautiful ways for those who come after. One...

Sunlight is all around us, and yet we don't always take the time to consider what it gives us. This week, I'll share how my early childhood fascination with sunlight led me to focus on learning how much light was good for my plants, and which fruits and vegetables could use a bit less. We'll talk about the best ways to give your plants all the light they need, and no more!

Hearties, it’s time to celebrate! When Calls the Heart will be returning for Season 12. Hallmark confirmed the exciting news on May 10. The new season will consist of 12 episodes, with production set to begin in July. When Calls the Heart will continue to explore the lives of Elizabeth Thornton (Erin Krakow), Bill Avery (Jack Wagner), Nathan Grant (Kevin McGarry), Rosemary Coulter (Pascale Hutton), and more citizens of Hope Valley as the show moves further into the 1920s.