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Six school districts, a small college, and several old mining towns mean there's something going on for everyone nearly every weekend in Crawford County, Kansas, if you know where to look. Festivals, theater productions, local and occasionally nationally known musicians and comedians, sports, and more.
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There's always something going on in Crawford County, Kansas, you just have to know where to look. This county of 40,000 people is made up of 13 communities, including one…
Gus the Gorilla explores Southeast Kansas coloring book
Join the Pittsburg State mascot, Gus the Gorilla, as he explores Pittsburg and surrounding communities. Learn about attractions, parks, and how PSU became the Gorillas. Pick up a copy at…
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A FREE guide with tips on where to drink, eat, play, stay & get cool photos. Includes a convenient breakdown of what's at area parks, while also telling the stories…
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Trip Ideas
Holiday Art Market coming to Downtown Pittsburg
Looking for a unique gift for that hard to shop for person in your life? Look no further than downtown…
9 ways to celebrate a Crawford County Christmas
The holiday season is very busy in our corner of Kansas. If none of the activities or events listed here…
KSHSAA Class 5A Football State Championship
Gameday happens to be Small Business Saturday. Eat like a local and enjoy small town deals. Date: Saturday, November 26,…
Six concerts, Broadway play planned for PSU this month
Several musical opportunities open to the campus and the community are coming up in November at Pittsburg State University. Four…
Holiday Craft Cocktail Experience coming to Franklin museum
FRANKLIN, Kan. - Learn to make signature cocktails and snack pairings for any holiday event on November 18, 2022 at…
Train depot museum open additional days
The Heart of the Heartlands Railroad Museum and Carona Depot Complex located between Scammon and Big Brutus will be open…