Southeast Kansas and, in particular, Crawford County have a strong history in coal mining and the question, “Are diamonds made from coal?” often arises when discussing the topic.
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Growing Businesses Find Fertile Ground in Crawford County
Originally posted February 10, 2017 Many people associate Crawford County with the best of the Midwest: Close-knit communities, hardworking people, space to grow, and reasonable living expenses. Not only is this good for families and small business owners, it’s a great environment for inventors and entrepreneurs. Todd Allison is the […]
7 Kansas Murals That Will Make You Say Wow
Kansas is one of the best states for road trips. Several towns have embraced the art scene through murals, including Pittsburg.
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Only a few hours away from Wichita, Kansas City, Branson, Fayetteville and Tulsa is the Kansas Hollywood doesn’t tell you about. Mined lands returned to nature. Immigrants whose entrepreneurial spirit led to bootlegging and fried chicken. And, pride in having the nation’s only collegiate gorilla mascot.
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Southeast Kansas once looked and acted like the rest of the state, with prairies and farms as far as the eye could see. The search for coal changed everything.
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