Ad Astra Pool opens with community-driven upgrades and a new look Published on July 02, 2026 Lenexa's newly rebuilt Ad Astra Pool will open July 4. Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation , Projects & Construction
Restoration work will preserve features at Rose’s Pond Published on June 30, 2026 Restoration work on Rose’s Pond will take place summer 2026 to preserve and strengthen the island, stepping-stone crossing and shoreline features. Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation , Projects & Construction
Lenexa receives $16 million grant for Lone Elm Interchange Published on June 30, 2026 The City of Lenexa has been awarded a $16 million federal grant to help fund the Lone Elm Interchange Project. The Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) grant was awarded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Tagged as: , Community Planning & Development, Projects & Construction, Transportation
New brush truck joins fleet Published on June 30, 2026 It’s more than just a truck — it’s a testament to innovation, teamwork and taxpayer savings. Meet B93, the Lenexa Fire Department’s new brush truck, designed for quick response and access to areas larger equipment can’t reach. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Fire
Rec Center improvements coming this summer Published on June 29, 2026 The Lenexa Rec Center will complete several improvements this summer to enhance safety, functionality and the member experience. Construction will take place July–September, with temporary impacts to some areas, programs and schedules. Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation , Projects & Construction
Sip into summer at the Lenexa Farmers Market Published on June 24, 2026 Summer is heating up! Play it cool with these drinks from vendors at the Lenexa Farmers Market. Tagged as: , Farmers Market
Donate bandages. Make a big difference Published on June 24, 2026 This summer, the City of Lenexa will collect new donated boxes of cool, fun bandages to benefit kids undergoing medical treatments. Tagged as: , Get Involved
Teachers invited to enjoy free group fitness classes Aug. 10–15 Published on June 22, 2026 The Lenexa Rec Center will offer free access to Group X fitness classes for all teachers during the first full week of school, Aug. 10–15, 2026. Tagged as: , Fitness & Wellness, Parks & Recreation
Ways to weigh in on 2027 Budget Published on June 18, 2026 Lenexa’s mayor and city council recently began review of the 2027 Recommended Budget. Next year’s proposed financial plan is designed to create harmony between the community’s priorities, mixed economic indicators, a newly renewed revenue source and further reduction in the property tax rate. Tagged as: , Budget, Get Involved