According to the last census, the population of Hepler, Kansas, is just 90. Despite its size, the community is home to a Fourth of July tradition that’s lasted over half a century.
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History lives on through families: A coal miner’s legacy lives through his great-grandson
When Miners Hall Museum’s newest Trustee, Joshua McCloud, dressed as a coal miner for the Pittsburg Independence Day Parade, he wasn’t simply wearing a costume. He was paying tribute to Giuseppe Penacchio – his great-grandfater whose journey from Italy to Southeast Kansas helped shape both his family and the community.
3rd Annual Hispanic Music Festival to feature new events and performers
The 3rd Annual Hispanic Music Festival will bring new events and performers to Pittsburg this fall during National Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from Sept. 15 through Oct. 17, organizers have announced.
Gorillas, Coal Mines, and Legendary Fried Chicken
In the latest episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Historic Jefferson Highway” Podcast, host Lisa D. Smith sat down with Explore Crawford County to map out a truly legendary slice of American road-trip history.
From deep coal mining roots to the bustling preservation efforts happening today, this episode is the perfect road map for your next adventure as the region heads toward America 250 and gears up for the highly anticipated Route 66 Centennial!
Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary at Camptown’s Million Dollar Fireworks Festival Saturday, July 25
Get ready for a full day of live music featuring Stoney LaRue, Garrett Brown, Austin Dixon, 2 Steps Back, and The South Bound Saints, capped off with the LARGEST fireworks show in the nation.
Sunshine and sound waves – Music on the Patio held weekly
From the sound of waves to the sound of music, the weekly event is free to attend for park users and the local community. The series at the Lake View Cafe, 2 W. Lake Rd. features musicians from across the Four-State area.
Summer Preview
With schools letting out, families are looking for festivals and fairs throughout the area. Here is a quick guide to help you out.
Bob’s Grill ranks top three best roadside diners
On Wednesday, Bob’s Grill, located at 1014 N. Broadway, was named one of the USAToday’s 10 Best Roadside Diners of 2026. The diner ranked number three on the list.
Patrons enjoy Pitt150 beer launched by Drop The H
Dozens of community members gathered at Drop the H, located at 107 E. Rose Street, Wednesday evening, to celebrate the launch of the commemorative Pitt150 Pilsner.
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!
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