Johnson County Kansas

Preliminary site preparation is now underway for construction of a new Health Services Building at 119th Street and Ridgeview Road in Olathe.

Do you love puppies, yoga, or spending time outdoors? Maybe all three?

Three additional introductory classes in walking soccer by Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s 50 Plus Department are planned this summer as a new fun, low-impact sport for aging adults.

Johnson County continues to exceed national averages in satisfaction with the county, according to the 2025 community survey results.

April is National Volunteer Month, a time to recognize volunteers’ tremendous contributions to our communities. Volunteering empowers individuals to make a difference, builds a stronger, more connected community, enriches lives through service, and fosters growth and development.

Johnson County has a long history of struggles and advocacy surrounding fair housing. In the prewar era, discriminatory real estate practices and federal home loan programs actively undermined fair housing principles.

Use this year as an opportunity to check out some ways to be more sustainable and support your community. Here are a few ways Johnson County programs can help your spring cleaning efforts.

The Spring 2025 issue of JoCo Magazine is now available. You can read the online edition now or the print edition when it hits your mailbox.

While many factors go into this county being a highly attractive place to live, work and play, one of the biggest ones is that we Focus on the Fundamentals. Learn more in our 2024 annual report.