In partnership with the City of Olathe, KS Government and the City of Olathe Fire Department, we have been hosting High Angle Rescue Trainings at our headquarters in Kansas City, KS throughout this month. By utilizing the LC8852 tower crane that sits in our yard, firefighters who participate in the training have the opportunity to learn about and practice how to make saves in situations where height is a significant factor. Thank you to Captain Essex and the entire team for being fantastic partn

In 2010, a pep rally at Olathe Northwest High School in Kansas unexpectedly went viral. Girls basketball coach Joel Branstrom was blindfolded and challenged to take a half-court shot—something everyone assumed would end in a playful miss. Instead, the gym exploded as the ball dropped cleanly through the hoop. The surprising moment drew local buzz, and a WDAF news crew soon showed up to cover the story. During the segment, reporter Rob Low picked up a basketball and decided to give the same shot

Athletes and coaches from across Class 6A talk about competing at the 2025 KSHSAA State Volleyball Tournament in Salina. Featuring Talia Tindall and Everett Rulliffson of Manhattan, head coach Kevin Bordewick of Washburn Rural, Kylee Webb and Grace Yeager of Olathe West, and head coach DeJanae Bridwell of Wichita Northwest. Follow along for coverage from Salina with Jason Lamb. #sportsinkansas | Sports in Kansas

Which other Kansas City area pumpkin patch do you love? Let us know in the comments! 🎃 Here are 5 of @kidsinkc @adventuresinmomlife_ & @everydayoutdoorfamily’s local favorites: KC Pumpkin Patch 📍13875 S Gardner Rd, Olathe, KS @kcpumpkinpatch Carolyn’s Pumpkin Patch 📍17607 NE 52nd St, Liberty, MO @carolynspumpkinpatch Deanna Rose’s Pumpkin Hollow 📍13800 Switzer Rd, Overland Park, KS @drcfarmstead Johnson Farms Plants & Pumpkins 📍17701 Holmes Rd, Belton, MO @johnsonfarms.kc Faulkner’s Ranch �