Cody Kennedy
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Chief Communications and Marketing Officer/spokesperson @olatheks.gov | Time Person of the Year 2006 | Dream big. Work hard. Stay humble.
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October 25, 2025 at 3:24 PM
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The Olathe City Council continues the 2026 budget process at its August 5 meeting with a budget workshop and presentation.
We know the city budget can be overwhelming to comprehend, so we've put together a list of FAQs and information about the budget process: go.olatheks.gov/4lbhuGg
We know the city budget can be overwhelming to comprehend, so we've put together a list of FAQs and information about the budget process: go.olatheks.gov/4lbhuGg
August 5, 2025 at 1:52 PM
The Olathe City Council continues the 2026 budget process at its August 5 meeting with a budget workshop and presentation.
We know the city budget can be overwhelming to comprehend, so we've put together a list of FAQs and information about the budget process: go.olatheks.gov/4lbhuGg
We know the city budget can be overwhelming to comprehend, so we've put together a list of FAQs and information about the budget process: go.olatheks.gov/4lbhuGg
Olathe Public Schools Foundation and @CityofOlatheKS.gov Municipal Court teaming up to meet the need for Olathe students.
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From fines to supplies: Pay off your traffic tickets by helping Olathe students
On Monday, the Olathe Municipal Court will be bringing back an offer, allowing individuals with outstanding traffic fines to pay off their debts with school supply donations.
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July 7, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Olathe Public Schools Foundation and @CityofOlatheKS.gov Municipal Court teaming up to meet the need for Olathe students.
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The Olathe Municipal Court has partnered with Olathe Public Schools Foundation to accept school supplies for credit toward fines!
Bring $15 worth of school supplies (with receipt) to the Olathe Municipal Court July 7-Aug. 4 to get a credit of up to $50 toward current traffic or parking fines.
Bring $15 worth of school supplies (with receipt) to the Olathe Municipal Court July 7-Aug. 4 to get a credit of up to $50 toward current traffic or parking fines.
July 7, 2025 at 3:13 PM
The Olathe Municipal Court has partnered with Olathe Public Schools Foundation to accept school supplies for credit toward fines!
Bring $15 worth of school supplies (with receipt) to the Olathe Municipal Court July 7-Aug. 4 to get a credit of up to $50 toward current traffic or parking fines.
Bring $15 worth of school supplies (with receipt) to the Olathe Municipal Court July 7-Aug. 4 to get a credit of up to $50 toward current traffic or parking fines.
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After more than 26 years of dedicated service, City Manager Michael Wilkes has announced his intent to retire in the first quarter of 2026. Serving since January 1999, Wilkes is the longest-tenured city manager in Olathe's history—guiding our community through decades of growth and progress.
July 2, 2025 at 12:45 PM
After more than 26 years of dedicated service, City Manager Michael Wilkes has announced his intent to retire in the first quarter of 2026. Serving since January 1999, Wilkes is the longest-tenured city manager in Olathe's history—guiding our community through decades of growth and progress.
Ahead of the 4th of July, make sure you have your pets microchipped, contact information updated, and keep your animals indoors.
June 30, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Ahead of the 4th of July, make sure you have your pets microchipped, contact information updated, and keep your animals indoors.
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Celebrate Independence Day some fun Olathe Red, White & Blue events in July! 🇺🇸
July 4 - Olathe Fireworks Show
July 5 - Mahaffies' Independence Day Celebration
July 10 - 1860s Fireworks at Mahaffie
Learn more at OlatheKS.gov/RedWhiteBlue
July 4 - Olathe Fireworks Show
July 5 - Mahaffies' Independence Day Celebration
July 10 - 1860s Fireworks at Mahaffie
Learn more at OlatheKS.gov/RedWhiteBlue
June 9, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Celebrate Independence Day some fun Olathe Red, White & Blue events in July! 🇺🇸
July 4 - Olathe Fireworks Show
July 5 - Mahaffies' Independence Day Celebration
July 10 - 1860s Fireworks at Mahaffie
Learn more at OlatheKS.gov/RedWhiteBlue
July 4 - Olathe Fireworks Show
July 5 - Mahaffies' Independence Day Celebration
July 10 - 1860s Fireworks at Mahaffie
Learn more at OlatheKS.gov/RedWhiteBlue
Great morning to have Marcus Officer and Fox 4 out to Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop & Farm to talk about the @olatheks.gov One Pass.
Check it out at OlatheKS.gov/OnePass and experience all that Olathe has to offer.
Check it out at OlatheKS.gov/OnePass and experience all that Olathe has to offer.
May 28, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Great morning to have Marcus Officer and Fox 4 out to Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop & Farm to talk about the @olatheks.gov One Pass.
Check it out at OlatheKS.gov/OnePass and experience all that Olathe has to offer.
Check it out at OlatheKS.gov/OnePass and experience all that Olathe has to offer.
Summer reading program in full swing at the Olathe Public Library! Participants get a free book.
Learn more at OlatheLibrary.org and check out the story on @kshb41.bsky.social
Learn more at OlatheLibrary.org and check out the story on @kshb41.bsky.social
May 27, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Summer reading program in full swing at the Olathe Public Library! Participants get a free book.
Learn more at OlatheLibrary.org and check out the story on @kshb41.bsky.social
Learn more at OlatheLibrary.org and check out the story on @kshb41.bsky.social
If you didn’t know before, you do now.
@olatheks.gov pools are the place to be this summer
www.kansascity.com/news/local/c...
@olatheks.gov pools are the place to be this summer
www.kansascity.com/news/local/c...
Ready to make a splash? Pool or lake, these Olathe spots offer cool heat relief
A Splash pass is $55 per person and gives unlimited admission to all city aquatic facilities except the community center
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May 23, 2025 at 2:05 PM
If you didn’t know before, you do now.
@olatheks.gov pools are the place to be this summer
www.kansascity.com/news/local/c...
@olatheks.gov pools are the place to be this summer
www.kansascity.com/news/local/c...
Olathe Parks & Rec 🤝 Variety KC
A partnership that can’t be beat. Inclusion for all @olatheks.gov residents.
www.kctv5.com/2025/05/23/w...
A partnership that can’t be beat. Inclusion for all @olatheks.gov residents.
www.kctv5.com/2025/05/23/w...
Water wheelchairs will be available at Olathe pools this summer
When pools across Olathe open this Memorial Day weekend, the city says water wheelchairs will be available.
www.kctv5.com
May 23, 2025 at 10:56 AM
Olathe Parks & Rec 🤝 Variety KC
A partnership that can’t be beat. Inclusion for all @olatheks.gov residents.
www.kctv5.com/2025/05/23/w...
A partnership that can’t be beat. Inclusion for all @olatheks.gov residents.
www.kctv5.com/2025/05/23/w...
Olathe is alone at the top, ranked best place to live in Kansas
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May 21, 2025 at 8:04 PM
Olathe is alone at the top, ranked best place to live in Kansas
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Join the summer reading challenge at the Olathe Public Library!
May 19, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Join the summer reading challenge at the Olathe Public Library!
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Beginning May 19, Cedar Lake Park will be closed to the public for sewer construction and dam restoration, until the project is complete in 2026.
Cedar Creek Trail from Lake Olathe to Cedar Lake will also be closed during this period to accommodate construction.
Cedar Creek Trail from Lake Olathe to Cedar Lake will also be closed during this period to accommodate construction.
May 13, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Beginning May 19, Cedar Lake Park will be closed to the public for sewer construction and dam restoration, until the project is complete in 2026.
Cedar Creek Trail from Lake Olathe to Cedar Lake will also be closed during this period to accommodate construction.
Cedar Creek Trail from Lake Olathe to Cedar Lake will also be closed during this period to accommodate construction.
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You’re invited to our Elevate Olathe Open Houses events!
May 31: Growth Areas @ Indian Creek Library
June 5: Core Areas @ Olathe Community Center
Visit OlatheKS.gov/ElevateOlathe to learn more.
May 31: Growth Areas @ Indian Creek Library
June 5: Core Areas @ Olathe Community Center
Visit OlatheKS.gov/ElevateOlathe to learn more.
May 9, 2025 at 4:14 PM
You’re invited to our Elevate Olathe Open Houses events!
May 31: Growth Areas @ Indian Creek Library
June 5: Core Areas @ Olathe Community Center
Visit OlatheKS.gov/ElevateOlathe to learn more.
May 31: Growth Areas @ Indian Creek Library
June 5: Core Areas @ Olathe Community Center
Visit OlatheKS.gov/ElevateOlathe to learn more.
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A winter storm is moving in, and you already know our crew is ready to go!
Out of an abundance of caution, the Olathe Community Center will delay its opening to 9 AM on Wednesday, Feb. 12.
Out of an abundance of caution, the Olathe Community Center will delay its opening to 9 AM on Wednesday, Feb. 12.
February 12, 2025 at 12:05 AM
A winter storm is moving in, and you already know our crew is ready to go!
Out of an abundance of caution, the Olathe Community Center will delay its opening to 9 AM on Wednesday, Feb. 12.
Out of an abundance of caution, the Olathe Community Center will delay its opening to 9 AM on Wednesday, Feb. 12.
Might be the best start to my morning. Thanks @kctv5.com for the invite…and putting up with my helpers.
February 5, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Might be the best start to my morning. Thanks @kctv5.com for the invite…and putting up with my helpers.
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Plows haven't made it to your neighborhood yet? Our crews haven't forgotten you!
We've got 140+ staff members who have been working in shifts 24/7 to clear the roads since this storm started, and they won't quit until the job is done.
We've got 140+ staff members who have been working in shifts 24/7 to clear the roads since this storm started, and they won't quit until the job is done.
January 7, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Plows haven't made it to your neighborhood yet? Our crews haven't forgotten you!
We've got 140+ staff members who have been working in shifts 24/7 to clear the roads since this storm started, and they won't quit until the job is done.
We've got 140+ staff members who have been working in shifts 24/7 to clear the roads since this storm started, and they won't quit until the job is done.
The Olathe Snow Brigade is a network of volunteers who care about their neighbors. Thanks to @kshb41.bsky.social for the highlight.
Mimi does an amazing job of managing our volunteers and we'd love you to join where your passion aligns.
www.kshb.com/news/local-n...
Mimi does an amazing job of managing our volunteers and we'd love you to join where your passion aligns.
www.kshb.com/news/local-n...
Kind Kansas Citians help senior citizens dig out out of winter storm remnants
Snowfall across the Kansas City area reached up to more than a foot in some places after a blizzard conditions swept through the area.
www.kshb.com
January 7, 2025 at 12:39 PM
The Olathe Snow Brigade is a network of volunteers who care about their neighbors. Thanks to @kshb41.bsky.social for the highlight.
Mimi does an amazing job of managing our volunteers and we'd love you to join where your passion aligns.
www.kshb.com/news/local-n...
Mimi does an amazing job of managing our volunteers and we'd love you to join where your passion aligns.
www.kshb.com/news/local-n...
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Crews are out and about plowing the city, including priority routes and residential areas. PLEASE BE PATIENT!
January 6, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Crews are out and about plowing the city, including priority routes and residential areas. PLEASE BE PATIENT!