This year, 20 seniors have completed the culinary program at Pittsburg High School. Three of the 20 students signed with Ozarks Technical Community College, Thursday, to pursue a career in restaurant and hospitality management.
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Bob’s Grill named a USA Today 10BEST Roadside Diner
Congratulations to Bob’s Grill for being named a USA TODAY 10BEST Roadside Diner. They were the only diner mentioned to receive this Readers’ Choice Award that is west of the Mississippi River!
Coal Miners’ Gravel a big hit
Saturday was a beautiful day for a leisurely bike ride in the countryside as more than 200 cyclists gathered on McKay Street in Frontenac for the third annual Coal Miners’ Gravel, a series of four bicycle rides of different lengths throughout the southeast Kansas coal country.
Kiddieland and Aquatic Center set to open May 22
Summer is near, and that means the Pittsburg Aquatic Center and Kiddieland will open their doors for the season.
Special Olympics Kansas a big hit in Southeast Kansas
John Lair, president and CEO of Special Olympics Kansas (SOKS), paid a visit to the county commission on Friday to thank them for their support of SOKS athletes, families, and volunteers. Lair also described the benefits SOKS generates in Southeast Kansas.
Legendary coach honored with naming of new outdoor track and field facility
The Russ Jewett Outdoor Track & Field Complex bears the name of a Pitt State alumnus, former student‑athlete, and longtime head coach who built Gorilla track and field and cross country into a national powerhouse during a career that spanned more than three decades.
Out-of-town revenue boosts Pittsburg city spending
With roughly 40% of the city’s sales tax coming from non-resident spending, Pittsburg officials say that allows the city to do more without raising taxes on its residents.
Mysterious donation gives small Kansas town its first public library
For over 140 years, the small town of Frontenac, Kansas had almost everything its 3,000 residents needed – except a public library. All that changed when the city administrator got an unexpected phone call in 2019.
Student launches culinary business with help from fellow Gorilla, SBDC
A Pittsburg State University student who dreams of owning her own business is getting support and mentorship from a two-time Pitt State graduate with a business of her own.
Pittsburg State announces 2026 Football schedule
The Pittsburg State University football team will open its 2026 football season Thursday, Aug. 27, against two-time defending national champion Ferris State University at Carnie Smith Stadium.
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