Johnson County Kansas

A new year is the perfect opportunity to commit to, or renew a commitment to, your mental well-being and that includes being attentive to your brain health.

A Hot Chocolate Social is scheduled from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 9, at the Meadowbrook Park Clubhouse, 9101 Nall Ave., Prairie Village.

In the lyrics of Frank Sinatra, “Hey there cutes, put on your dancing boots. Come dance with me!” Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s 50 Plus Department wants you to come dance with us from 1 to 3 p.m. every Friday at Meadowbrook Park Clubhouse, 9101 Nall Ave., Prairie Village.

Black History Month in February is a time to acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of African Americans in society as well as in the Johnson County community.

The Farmers’ Almanac has predicted this will be a colder than normal winter and heating costs, both electricity and gas, are estimated to increase. Here are some tips to help you conserve energy:

The downtown Olathe square is brimming with history.

This concept of working smarter, not harder can apply to many aspects of our daily lives. I find myself using this concept in my garden. I stare out the window and think, “Dennis, what were you thinking when you planted all these plants?” Should I consider downsizing? Or take a more positive spin and rightsize my garden?

Johnson County Government has launched a new version of its website at the same web address: jocogov.org.

The Board of County Commissioners has approved several pilot programs that are expected to improve public transportation service in Johnson County.

The Commission on Aging will meet at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 12 and Feb. 9, in the Sunset Drive Office Building, 11811 S. Sunset Drive, Olathe.