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10 programs that are unique at Pittsburg State University
Sure, Pittsburg State is the only university in the nation with a Gorilla mascot. But Pitt State has another bragging right: many academic programs and partnerships also are unique.
Historic military convoy to travel through Southeast Kansas
The Military Vehicle Preservation Association: History In Motion convoy is traveling old Jefferson Highway from the Canadian line to New Orleans and will be in the Pittsburg area October 14-15.
National Author’s Day (11/1)
Originally posted: October 1, 2017 On National Author’s Day, November 1, we’re featuring our favorite places to check out new authors, grab a new book from your favorite one, or find local authors with a tie to the area: our public libraries. Crawford County is home to 5 fantastic local […]
International students to host Global Fest
Members of the community are once again invited to travel the world in one exciting night at Pittsburg State University on Friday, Sept. 27, from 6 to 9 p.m.
Celebrating das Vaterland on German-American Day (10/6)
Imagine the U.S. without polka. A nation without the waltz, or lager-style beer. Or worst of all, brats!
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month will be celebrated in a more robust way this year at Pittsburg State University and across the community.
Miners + Monroe Mercantile – Pittsburg
When I was in Pittsburg, Kansas recently I swung by this shop called Miners + Monroe Mercantile located on the main street (Broadway). They market itself as having a “carefully curated assortment of men’s apparel, apothecary, & lifestyle goods with a focus on quality.”
The Kansas Gastronomist: The Mall Deli – Pittsburg
I had heard that The Mall Deli in Pittsburg, Kansas was a spot to grab some good food. It’s been in business since 1979 and I begged Chris with Explore Crawford County to show me the way.
The Kansas Gastronomist: Big Brutus – West Mineral, KS
I’m telling you Gastrofreaks — Big Brutus, Inc is so dang big. I guess that’s why it is the largest electric shovel in the whole stinkin’ world. It’s located in West Mineral, Kansas.

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