Olathe Kansas rode to the center of Johnson County, and staked two quarter sections of land as the town site.
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12 Facts About Olathe Kansas
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Olathe Kansas was incorporated in 1857, and while not the first city in Johnson County, its rapid growth led to it being named the county seat in October 1859.
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Olathe Kansas served as a stop on the Oregon Trail, the California Trail, and the Santa Fe Trail.
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The result was tremendous residential growth as Olathe became a part of the Kansas City metropolitan area.
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Olathe Kansas is bordered by the cities of Lenexa to the north, Overland Park to the east, De Soto to the northwest, and Gardner to the southwest.
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Olathe Kansas has a humid continental climate, with cold winters and hot summers.
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City of Olathe Kansas is served by the DeSoto, the Olathe Kansas, Spring Hill, and Blue Valley School Districts.
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Olathe Kansas was the Communist Party USA's candidate for president in the 1936 and 1940 presidential elections.
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Olathe Kansas was a three-time Pro Bowler, a three-time First-team All-Pro, and won Super Bowl LII with the Philadelphia Eagles.
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Olathe Kansas played college football at Kansas State University, and high school football at Olathe North High School.
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Olathe Kansas was a notable jazz musician and film producer.
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