At age 86, Martin “Bud” Benelli Jr., owner of Bud’s Jewelry, is still dedicated to continuing his family’s work. One of his main skills is repairing clocks, a talent that Bud says can’t be taught.
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Exhibits planned at Pitt State this spring
Art enthusiasts will have multiple opportunities this spring to view exhibitions and attend receptions in Porter Hall, home to Pittsburg State University’s Art Department and its two galleries.
World Radio Day (2/13): Making (radio) waves in Crawford County at KKOW
Originally posted February 12, 2017 to celebrate World Radio Day on February 13 Today a local favorite among country listeners, the Pittsburg-based KKOW radio boasts an interesting beginning, a storied history of on-air personalities, and a bright future within a familiar community. To celebrate World Radio Day, let’s take a […]
Extended exhibit anchors Miners Hall Museum’s 2026 programs and America’s 250th Celebration
Franklin, KS — Miners Hall Museum announces the continued presentation of its landmark exhibit, the Page 618 Walking Dragline which was originally introduced in 2025. Updates have been made to the exhibit and we invite the public to check out the amazing story of the dragline, John Page who created the […]
National Pie Day (1/23): The Best Pies in Crawford County
Originally posted January 20, 2017 to celebrate National Pie Day on January 23 As David Mamet wrote in Boston Marriage, “We must have a pie. Stress cannot exist in the presence of a pie.” There’s something special about sharing a piece of pie. From the sweet, creamy filling to the […]
National Bootlegger’s Day (1/17): Staying Wet in a Dry Land
Rich soil and wine making traditions of immigrants positioned Eastern Kansas to rival California’s Wine Country. 67 years of Kansas Prohibition changed that.
January 14, 1914 – 6 killed in Mulberry mining accident
On January 14, 1914, six men were killed in an accident at a deep shaft mine one mile south of Mulberry, Kansas.
The Christmas Shoppe’s Opening Sparked by Nostalgia for Christmases Past
The Christmas Shoppe in Pittsburg, Kansas, captures everything people love about the season with lights, music and the smell of cinnamon rolls straight from the oven.
The Christmas Shoppe’s Opening Sparked by Nostalgia for Christmases Past
The Christmas Shoppe in Pittsburg, Kansas, captures everything people love about the season with lights, music and the smell of cinnamon rolls straight from the oven.
National Spaghetti Day (1/4): History of Pallucca’s Meat Market and Deli
Originally posted January 3, 2017 To celebrate National Spaghetti Day on January 4, we took a visit to Pallucca’s Meat Market and Deli. We interviewed owner, Ethan Edwards, about the history of the deli and the popularity of the pasta recipes that have been around for years. Pallucca’s Meat Market […]
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