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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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.
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.
Annual Free Fishing Weekend returns
Crawford County residents and Kansans searching for an inexpensive, interactive weekend out in the sun are in luck; the annual Kansas Free Fishing Days returns to the Sunflower State on the first weekend of June.
Beat the heat with some family fun
A good way to keep the ‘youngins’ occupied, entertained, and worn out is to spend a few hours at Lincoln Park each day. Not only is there plenty of space to run around in, two of the park’s main attractions are opening soon.
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.
2-Hour Weekend Trip from Kansas City: Family-Friendly Things to Do in Southeast Kansas
If you only stay in Kansas City, you’re going to miss this. Southeast Kansas might not be the first place that comes to mind when planning a family getaway, but after spending a few days here, it’s one I’d absolutely recommend.
Southeast Kansas Travel Guide: Fun Things to Do in Pittsburg, Galena, and on Route 66
I had heard of many of these places and even had them pinned on my Kansas Map, but getting to experience them in person was so much better!
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