Fill your basket with fiber at farmers markets Published on August 10, 2026 Fiber helps keep you feeling full, supports healthy digestion and is good for your heart, but most of us don't get enough of it. One easy way to add more fiber to your meals is to start with your Lenexa Farmers Market shopping bag. Tagged as: , Farmers Market
Set roots for success by planting natives this fall Published on August 09, 2026 Missed your chance to get native plants in the ground earlier this year? Don’t worry. Fall is a great time to plant perennials and set them up for healthy spring growth. Tagged as: , Farmers Market, Nature & Environment
When to stop for school buses Published on August 07, 2026 As students head back to school, the Lenexa Police Department reminds drivers to stay alert and know the laws regarding stopped school buses. Tagged as: , Community Safety
City manager announces intent to retire Published on August 07, 2026 After nearly 30 years of service to the Lenexa community, City Manager Beccy Yocham has announced her intent to retire. She will continue serving as city manager until her successor is selected and begins work. Tagged as: , City Council & Mayor
Have a fun-filled fall in Lenexa Published on August 04, 2026 From award-worthy chili and food truck feasts to fireside s'mores and outdoor concerts, Lenexa is packed with ways to make the most of fall. Tagged as: , Events & Activities, Farmers Market, Fire , Parks & Recreation , Public Market
Rec Center spotlight: Adelyn R. Published on July 24, 2026 Hosting a child’s birthday party can be hectic, but at the Lenexa Rec Center, it’s easy. That’s because the staff takes care of the details, allowing parents to focus on celebrating. Activities Attendant I Adelyn R. sees that firsthand. Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation , Working for Lenexa
This spud’s for you: Uses for potatoes from Lenexa Farmers Market Published on July 22, 2026 The humble potato is one of the most adaptable ingredients in the kitchen. Learn why you should buy locally grown potatoes from farmers markets, and check our list of ideas for how to cook them. Tagged as: , Farmers Market
Free outdoor fitness classes in September Published on July 21, 2026 Looking for a fun way to get moving this fall? Try the Rec Center's select Group X classes for free during Fall Back to Fitness, Sept. 8–11, 2026, on the Lenexa civic campus. Tagged as: , Fitness & Wellness, Parks & Recreation
103rd Street bridge replacement begins in early August Published on July 21, 2026 Beginning Aug. 3, 2026, 103rd Street will close at the Flat Rock Creek bridge for approximately four months while the City of Lenexa — in collaboration with the City of Overland Park — replace the aging bridge. Tagged as: , Projects & Construction, Transportation