Using the background of the community’s mining and somewhat checkered bootlegging history, the Frontenac Mining Days creates a family fun weekend for both locals and guests, even if they’ve never been to Frontenac before.
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Coal Miner’s Century group ride on May 4
The fastest and flattest gravel ride in the Four State area will have you riding through the rich coal mining history of Southeast Kansas.
Festivals
Food, dancing, games, parades, and storytelling continue to be an excuse for neighbors and guests to meet, share diverse cultures, and create new traditions.
50 ways to celebrate Christmas in Crawford County, Kansas
Live music. A musical version of a Christmas classic. Finding that perfect gift. Christmas trees and decorations. The holiday season is very busy in our corner of Kansas.
National Spaghetti Day (1/4): History of Pallucca’s Meat Market and Deli
Originally posted January 3, 2017 To celebrate National Spaghetti Day on January 4, we took a visit to Pallucca’s Meat…
The Amazon Army
Protesting unfit working conditions in area mines, thousands of women marched to block them. It’s a story that made statewide and national headlines.
Top Sports & Outdoor shops in the Pittsburg area
ATV’s, bicycling, boating, fishing, hunting, and team sports – all of your gear is here. Albers Marine, Inc. New Nitro,…
44 killed in Frontenac mining disaster on November 9, 1888
November 9 marks a somber anniversary in Southeast Kansas. In 1888, 44 men, ages 13-to-45, were killed in Frontenac in the state’s largest mine disaster. 10 nationalities were represented in the deaths: America, Austria, Belgium, England, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Norway, and Scotland.
Where to find local products & swag
ArtForms Gallery An artists’ cooperative gallery, ArtForms offers handmade art & fine crafts for sale as well as hands-on workshops…
Top home décor shops in the Pittsburg area
ArtForms Gallery An artists’ cooperative gallery, ArtForms offers handmade art & fine crafts for sale as well as hands-on workshops…
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