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Big Brutus & Mining History in Southeast Kansas
I grew up in a mining community, Pawnee, Illinois. Peabody…
Things to do in Girard, Kansas: History, Dining, and Charming Overnight Lodging
From chatting with locals over breakfast to taking a guided…
Five Of The Best Things To Do In Pittsburg, Kansas
This community was once part of the coal-mining industry. Today,…
27 Unusual Things To See in Kansas
Whether I was tracking down murals, eating fried chicken, counting…
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The Meat Shed carries on the region’s food heritage
It started in his garage, got a boost at the Farmers Market, and now The Meat Shed is…
Things To Do in Pittsburg, Kansas
Pittsburg is host to several festivals, live music, and is the epicenter of the Chicken Wars.
The Hub of Southeast Kansas
This vibrant city has a rich history and strong sense of community. The charming downtown area has shops,…
New mural for new beginnings: Local artist creates positive message in downtown
At the beginning of December, Kelci Rae Cooper faced her fears and climbed scaffolding 30 feet in the…
National Plan for a Vacation Day (1/28, 2025)
The last Tuesday of each January is U.S. Travel’s National Plan for a Vacation Day. Ever since the…
Feeding Souls & Building Community
Heather Horton, along with her husband Roger, has helped push Pittsburg on the path toward progress and renaissance.…
What I learned from writing three Kansas books in three years – culture, controversy and courage
During my travels, I heard that James Bond is buried in a Pittsburg cemetery. I couldn’t find 007.…
Cluckin’ Good – The Best Fried Chicken in Pittsburg Kansas
In the heart of southeast Kansas, the small city of Pittsburg in Crawford County is not just known…
Group Travel Out West: Kansas Offers Unique Sites Just Outside the Show-Me-State
For as long as I’ve covered travel and tourism, I’ve heard people say that there’s nothing to do…
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January 14, 1914 – 6 killed…
On January 14, 1914, six men were killed in an accident at…
