Find out when to expect sweet corn, peaches, blackberries, zucchini, cabbage and tomatoes at the Lenexa Farmers Market.

School's out. Summer is here. The kids are home. We’ve got 15 ways (mostly free) for students to have fun and make new memories right here in Lenexa.

The Johnson County Department of Health and Environment will operate a COVID-19 vaccine clinic at the Lenexa Farmers Market twice during June.

After several years of professional evaluation and public engagement, Lenexa’s Parks & Recreation Department is wrapping up a study about the future of the City’s aging outdoor public pools.

Looking for something to do on a summer evening? Take a stroll on the recently completed Lackman Trail, which safely connects several of Lenexa’s most popular parks and well-traveled trails.

Here are watering tips to make sure your new tree gets off to a strong start.

Join us for five free Group X fitness classes outdoors in June.

Whether you’re worried about a water-logged basement or flash floods impacting your daily route, know that a small amount of water can still cause big problems.

The intersection of Pflumm Road and Santa Fe Trail Drive closed Sunday, May 16, due to high water. The road is open now, and and the City of Lenexa is working to expedite an ongoing project to replace the failed pipe that caused the flooding.

The Lenexa City Council has approved code amendments that allow solid waste haulers to offer both weekly and biweekly recycling collection to customers.

According to the Federal Trade Commission, gift cards are now the top method of payment favored by fraudsters.

Whether there’s a storage container or a boat in your driveway, make sure you’re following City codes when storing large items outdoors.

Have you found yourself unsure as to whether to call the police about a suspicious activity? Here are some tips for handling suspicious activity, and what types of incidents you should report.

The Lenexa Police Department’s Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) program was one of just four agencies, and the first municipal agency, across the United States to earn national certification this year by CIT International.

This Earth Day (April 22), make it a goal to protect nature, improve water quality, reduce waste sent to landfills and create a more sustainable community.

To prevent collisions and other incidents, it’s important for everyone who travels our streets to understand the rules of the road for both cyclists and drivers.

A mix of bike lanes, signage and a dedicated bicycle boulevard will bring safer routes for cyclists this summer.

In 2020, Animal Control received approximately 30 reports of animal bites (mostly dog bites).

The Lenexa Senior Center officially reopens its doors to the public May 3 after having been closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The outdoor Lenexa Farmers Market returns for a fourth year on Saturday, April 24, with a fresh crop of locally raised, grown and made products.

Did you know the Lenexa Police Department will dispose of your old, unused or expired prescription medications?

Whether you rely on public swimming pools for relaxation, exercise or play, we’ve got you covered. The City of Lenexa is preparing to operate all three outdoor public pools this summer.

As trees begin to bud, make sure yours are healthy. If your trees aren’t leafing out or show other signs of disease, it’s important to take steps to treat, remove or replace them.

Planning to tackle some improvement projects this spring? Know when you need to get a permit and how to build a safe, quality project that follows City codes.

New City code language has been approved to allow homeless shelters in certain commercial zoning districts and all places of worship, subject to certain criteria.

Having a current list of your past medical information in one location can save valuable time in an emergency, especially if you are not able to communicate this information yourself.

Are warmer temperatures and longer days giving you a case of spring fever? Here's an update on the status of Lenexa Parks & Recreation’s festivals and events for spring and early summer.

As temperatures warm, road construction projects are expected to ramp up across Lenexa.

Lenexa’s bikeshare program has returned just in time for spring rides across our parks and trails.

As spring storm season nears, this is a good time to brush up on your knowledge about and prepare for damaging or dangerous storms – especially tornadoes.

Are you familiar with the “9 p.m. routine?” Make it a habit every evening to take some basic crime prevention steps around your house:

We couldn't gather for a State of the City address to mark Lenexa's achievements and challenges from 2020, so we brought them together in a video.

Small cell antennas are a targeted way for cellular and data providers to enhance 4G service in specific areas and prepare to provide 5G service. The City of Lenexa has received more than 100 applications for these, with the majority being installed within the I-435 loop.

Stealing a catalytic converter only takes a few seconds, but can be expensive to replace and costs businesses valuable time while their fleet vehicles are out of service. Here are few tips to help combat this crime.

Several residents have reached out to the City seeking clarification about communication concerning Waste Management and recycling services.

Lenexa Police have taken reports of individuals in Lenexa being scammed when trying to buy a puppy or kitten from an online source. Be aware of some common red flags.

It may be cold now, but it’s time to think about summer jobs. We are expanding our summer Parks & Recreation team and invite you to check out these exciting opportunities.

We are pleased to announce the promotion of Erika Geering as the Rec Center’s new manager.

Every day, the Lenexa Fire Department responds to emergencies on roads and highways in and around our community. While risk is always a part of the job, roadside incidents are especially dangerous for fire crews. Struck-by collisions are the leading cause of death for firefighters in the field, and according to respondersafety.com, 46 emergency responders have died in 2020 after being struck on the road during an emergency response.

The Lenexa City Council took several actions at its Oct. 6 meeting that will allow construction of wayside train horns in Old Town to be completed by summer 2021.