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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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The Great Outdoors

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In The News

National Plan for a Vacation Day (1/28, 2025)
National Plan for a Vacation Day (1/28, 2025)
National Nature Photography Day – June 15
National Nature Photography Day – June 15
Coal Miner’s Century group ride on May 4, 2024
Coal Miner’s Century group ride on May 4, 2024
Fishing For a Good Time
Fishing For a Good Time
Outdoor recreation an option for physical distancing
Outdoor recreation an option for physical distancing
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Walking trails where you can hike & bike around Pittsburg
Walking trails where you can hike & bike around Pittsburg
Crawford State Park
Crawford State Park
Top Sports & Outdoor shops in the Pittsburg area
Top Sports & Outdoor shops in the Pittsburg area
Hit the trails with Southwind Cycle and Outdoor
Hit the trails with Southwind Cycle and Outdoor
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The original Bass Pro Shop: John’s Sport Center celebrates 70 years
The original Bass Pro Shop: John’s Sport Center celebrates 70 years
Unique habitat for outdoor recreation
Unique habitat for outdoor recreation
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