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The commercial hub of Southeast Kansas is home to the only collegiate gorilla mascot in the nation and six of the oldest fried chicken restaurants in the state.

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TOAST’s culinary creations are from simple
TOAST’s culinary creations are from simple
Four antiques & vintage shops in the Pittsburg area you can’t miss
Four antiques & vintage shops in the Pittsburg area you can’t miss
Top home décor shops in the Pittsburg area
Top home décor shops in the Pittsburg area
Where to find books, games and more in the Pittsburg area
Where to find books, games and more in the Pittsburg area
Mother and son bond keeps Pairott Head Liquor going
Mother and son bond keeps Pairott Head Liquor going
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Six places to get your Gorilla Swag
Six places to get your Gorilla Swag
Unique habitat for outdoor recreation
Unique habitat for outdoor recreation
The original Bass Pro Shop: John’s Sport Center celebrates 70 years
The original Bass Pro Shop: John’s Sport Center celebrates 70 years
Home to six of the oldest chicken houses in Kansas
Home to six of the oldest chicken houses in Kansas
10 programs that are unique at Pittsburg State University
10 programs that are unique at Pittsburg State University
The Hub of Southeast Kansas
The Hub of Southeast Kansas
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