Oct. 5–11, 2026: Highway 33 resurfacing starts, bulky trash pickup runs through Thursday, the Bulldogs head to Raytown South, the Turkey Trot early-bird deadline arrives Sunday, and Kearney has a full slate of community events.

What Kearney readers need to know for the week ahead.

Missouri Highway 33 resurfacing begins Oct. 6 between U.S. Route 69 and Holt, with pilot-car traffic control and changing work hours as crews move toward Kearney.

Kearney improved to 6-0 with a decisive 31-6 road win over previously unbeaten St. Pius X. The Bulldogs are scheduled to play at Raytown South on Oct. 9.

Kearney’s fall bulky trash collection runs Monday through Thursday. Eligible residential customers should place approved large household items at the curb on their normal trash day.

The annual Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot is open for registration, with the early-bird deadline arriving Sunday, Oct. 11. Proceeds support classroom grants, scholarships and Kearney cross country.

KC Pet Project’s dog listings are updated in real time, giving Northland families a current place to browse adoptable dogs and learn about foster-to-adopt options before visiting.

Current events happening in and around Kearney this week.

Wednesday, Oct. 7 at noon. The Kearney Chamber luncheon features a First Responders Forum with Kearney Fire & Rescue, Kearney Police and the Clay County Sheriff’s Office at First Christian Church of Kearney.

Friday, Oct. 9 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. October’s Leadership Academy session focuses on purpose, personal branding, team culture, trust and workplace leadership.

Fun Farm’s Fall Festival continues through the Oct. 5–11 issue window with pumpkins, a corn maze, tractor rides, barnyard animals, seasonal food and other family attractions.

A locally relevant food and business feature for the week.

CONRAD’S Eat Drink Local serves scratch-kitchen lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday, with burgers, pasta, tenderloin, seasonal features and rotating community events.