Olivia Love

Scene from a pre-pandemic summer: a busy day at the Roeland Park Aquatic Center, the likes of which won't be seen this summer after the city canceled its summer swim season.

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Here's How To Know If Your Favorite Kansas City Area Pool Will Be Open This Summer

Olivia Love

There's no evidence the coronavirus can be spread through the water in pools, but they are a popular gathering place in many communities.

A man and child enjoy the waves lapping at the side of the lake at Lewis and Clark State Park.

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If You Need To Get Out Of Kansas City, You Can Practice Social Distancing At These State Parks

Olivia Love

State parks in both Kansas and Missouri are open though not all facilities and amenities will be available for use.

Breña Hernandez takes her family’s ice cream from Haycock. Hernandez and her brothers are doing school from home, and enjoy taking a break for ice cream.

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For Some In Overland Park, Ice Cream Truck's Jingle Is Sweet Pandemic Relief, But For Others It's Cause For Worry

Olivia Love

In Kansas and Missouri, ice cream trucks can still deliver their Bomb Pops and Fudge Bars under stay-at-home orders, but some people wonder if they should.