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Basehor, KS Week of July 6, 2026

After the Fourth, we settle into a stretch of steady, classic Kansas summer no dramatic swings this week. Highs hold in the upper 80s to around 90 most days, with only slim daily chances of a stray afternoon shower. Wednesday looks like the warmest and brightest of the bunch, nudging 91° under mostly sunny skies, while overnight lows stay warm and a little sticky. Straightforward summer weather: hats, sunscreen, and plenty of water.

Friday through Sunday including Cinema Sundays on the 12th aren't locked in yet. Check weather.gov a day or two out for the weekend outlook.

[IMAGE PLACEHOLDER: A warm, inviting photo of families at an outdoor movie night lawn chairs, blankets, kids with popcorn, string lights or a sunset behind. Or the Ferdinand poster paired with the Civic Campus Amphitheater setting.]

Pack the lawn chairs, wrangle the kids, and point the car toward the Civic Campus this Sunday, Cinema Sundays brings Ferdinand to the Amphitheater lawn, and it's completely free to attend.

The animated film tells the story of Ferdinand, a big, gentle bull who would much rather stop to smell flowers than fight in the arena. It's funny, warm-hearted, and exactly the kind of movie that plays perfectly under a July evening sky with popcorn in hand. On top of the film, Basehor Parks & Rec brings the full Cinema Sundays experience: a dessert truck rolls in, free popcorn and snacks are provided, and there are movie-themed mini-events before the screening to keep the little ones entertained.

No tickets needed just show up, find your patch of lawn, and settle in. Blankets, lawn chairs, and well-behaved four-legged friends are all welcome. The series continues through August, so if this Sunday doesn't work out, The Goonies (July 26) and Miracle (August 9) are on deck.

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1. City Proposes Property Tax Rebate for Homeowners. Basehor officials put forward a proposal that would offer a property tax rebate to homeowners whose assessed valuations increase by more than 3%. If adopted, it could provide meaningful relief as rising values push tax bills higher across the region. No final vote date has been announced watch the City of Basehor's site and the Leavenworth Times for updates.

2. Basehor-Linwood Schools Gearing Up for a Big 2026–27. Big changes arrive at Basehor-Linwood High School before the next school year. Students will benefit from a new indoor field facility, a dedicated cafeteria, additional science and math classrooms, and a new strength and conditioning center, with the Early Learning Center expansion also on track for the start of school. With just over 3,000 students district-wide, USD 458 remains a fast-growing district to be proud of.

3. Local Teacher Earns Kansas's Highest Teaching Honor. Michelle Kelly, a Reading Interventionist at Glenwood Ridge Elementary, has been named a 2026 Kansas Master Teacher — one of just seven educators statewide to receive the honor this year. Congratulations to Mrs. Kelly on this well-deserved recognition!

4. The Fourth Was a Blast Literally. Crowds of Basehor residents turned out Saturday for the city's Red, White & BOOM! Independence Day celebration. The evening opened with food trucks at Basehor-Linwood High School around 5:30, the parade rolled from 155th & Leavenworth Road at 7:30, and the night closed with a flag ceremony and fireworks over the BLHS football stadium around 9:15. A beautiful night and another reminder of what makes Basehor a special place to call home.

Basehor Community Library · 1400 N. 158th St. · 2:00–3:00 PM · Free

Kids and families are invited for a hands-on, interactive science performance with fun experiments and engaging storytelling designed to spark curiosity and get young minds excited about STEM. No registration required; just show up ready to wonder. Contact the library at (913) 724-2828 for more info.

Basehor Civic Campus Amphitheater · 1600 N. 158th St. · Dusk · Free

Free family movie night on the Civic Campus lawn! Ferdinand screens at dusk bring blankets, lawn chairs, and the whole crew. Dessert truck and free popcorn on site, plus pre-show entertainment. (See This Week's Highlight above for full details.)

Basehor Civic Campus Amphitheater · 1600 N. 158th St. · Free

The summer concert series returns with Paige King Johnson, a country singer-songwriter with serious credentials a Grand Ole Opry debut alongside Pam Tillis, nine Carolina Country Music Awards, and a string of songs made for front porches and Friday nights. Her latest single, "It Ain't Me," dropped in May. A don't-miss evening at the Amphitheater.

Basehor Civic Campus Amphitheater · 1600 N. 158th St. · Dusk · Free

Hey, you guyyyyys. One of the all-time great adventure movies comes to the lawn free popcorn, the whole Civic Campus as your cinema, and a classic that holds up for every generation. Mark it now.

Basehor Civic Campus Amphitheater · 1600 N. 158th St. · Dusk · Free

The inspiring true story of the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team closes out the Cinema Sundays summer season. Do you believe in miracles? Free admission, free popcorn yes!

Basehor Civic Campus Amphitheater · 1600 N. 158th St. · Free

The final 3rd Thursdays concert of the 2026 summer season features Damien Gunn on the Amphitheater stage a great way to close out summer. More details to come; stay tuned.

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