Ready, set, summer! Published on March 19, 2026 Sign up for summer fun! Registration for most programs opens April 1, 2026, with some already available. Don’t miss Lenexa’s most-loved races, rides and traditions. Tagged as: , Nature & Environment, Parks & Recreation
Local raccoons showing signs of distemper Published on March 17, 2026 Lenexa Animal Control has recently responded to several reports of raccoons showing signs consistent with canine distemper, a viral disease that commonly affects wildlife such as raccoons, skunks and foxes. Tagged as: , Nature & Environment, Police
April burn plan – what you need to know Published on March 01, 2026 Are you planning to burn off any brush or piles of yard debris before spring? Make sure you do so in the next couple of weeks. A State of Kansas regulated burn ban is in effect in the month of April. Tagged as: , Fire , Nature & Environment, Weather Safety
Be ready before the storm hits Published on February 20, 2026 Early spring is a great time for a weather safety refresher — before the worst storms typically arrive in our region. Thinking in advance about what you’d do during an emergency will help you act quickly and confidently in a dangerous weather event. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Nature & Environment, Weather Safety
Ninja Warrior course and playground coming to City Center Published on February 04, 2026 Lenexa is partnering with AdventHealth Lenexa City Center on new amenity at Central Green Park. Construction is expected to begin later this summer, with completion anticipated in 2027. Tagged as: , Fitness & Wellness, Nature & Environment, Parks & Recreation , Plans & Studies
Set roots for success by planting natives this fall Published on August 20, 2025 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
Banish bugs with natural insect repellents Published on June 04, 2025 Protect yourself against insect bites this summer using bug repellents made with natural ingredients from the Lenexa Farmers Market. Tagged as: , Farmers Market, Nature & Environment
3/8-Cent Sales Tax Renewal future opportunities for parks Published on February 12, 2025 The top recreation priorities identified through Lenexa’s 2024 Parks & Recreation Master Plan would help meet the needs of a broad range of interests, ages and abilities. If renewed in this spring’s mail ballot election, the existing 3/8-Cent Sales Tax could provide funding to make these ideas a reality. Tagged as: , Budget, Community Planning & Development, Nature & Environment, Parks & Recreation , Transportation
3/8-Cent Sales Tax Renewal future opportunities for trails Published on February 12, 2025 Lenexa’s multiuse trail network provides citywide opportunities to stay active, enjoy nature and travel to destinations. If renewed in this spring’s mail ballot election, the existing 3/8-Cent Sales Tax would help fund enhancements to and expansion of Lenexa’s trails. Tagged as: , Budget, Community Planning & Development, Nature & Environment, Parks & Recreation , Transportation