Kansas Articles http://www.travelks.com/media-room/articles/rss/ Recent Articles - 2015-2011 KANSAS Past Issues Sat, 25 May 2013 13:03:15 GMT Fall 2012 KANSAS http://www.travelks.com/media-room/articles/view/Fall-2012-KANSAS/870/ Reasons We Love Kansas This fall we share a variety of reasons to love Kansas, from affordable cabins to Mrs. Kansas ~By Gloria Gale The Real Farmwives of Kansas Kansas farm and ranch women are as comfortable out on the range as in front of one. ~By Lou Ann Thomas Kansas' Powerhouse Steaks Steakhouses and restaurants across Kansas continue to serve up the best ~By Sally M. Snell Our Town: Leavenworth Kansas' first city offers an escape into its colorful past-and modern day disposition ~By Kimberly Winter-Stern Roasting Away Kansas coffee roasters are taking their craft to new brews ~By Amy Bickel Tour Kansas: Spirit Guide Various ghost and haunted tours around Kansas this fall ~By Cecilia Harris Mix Mastering Three Kansas mixologists quench discerning tastes with handcrafted cocktails ~By Gloria Gale Taste of Kansas: Welcome to Alma Cheese and sweets keep this community full ~By Kristin Kimerling Milestone: City Cycle Sales Tue, 20 Nov 2012 07:00:00 GMT http://www.travelks.com/media-room/articles/view/Fall-2012-KANSAS/870/ Spring 2011 KANSAS http://www.travelks.com/media-room/articles/view/Spring-2011-KANSAS/773/ 20 Reasons We Love Kansas Spring offers plenty of reasons to get moving and see what Kansas has to offer. Bird of A Feather Wings & Wetlands tour in Great Bend intrigues birders young and old. By Susan Kraus Passport to Kansas The Kansas Sampler Festival tells the Rich stories of the Sunflower State's rural treasures. By Kimberly Winter Stern A Tale of Two Wheels Bikers and Cyclists hit the roads for two memorable events. By Amy Conkling Garden Variety Blooming arboretums and botanical gardens highlight what's good to grow. By Dennis Toll Tour Kansas: Embark on the Southwestern High Plains Experience the unique landscape and industries of this booming region. By Carol L. Jenker Our Town: My Town An essay on the humble community of Cuba. Written & photos by Jim Richardson Taste of Kansas: Dining Alfresco Outdoor seating is a must-have when the weather warms. By Cecilia Harris Recipe: Coconut Cream Pie from Santa Fe Cafe in Burlingame Thu, 15 Nov 2012 07:00:00 GMT http://www.travelks.com/media-room/articles/view/Spring-2011-KANSAS/773/ Summer 2011 KANSAS http://www.travelks.com/media-room/articles/view/Summer-2011-KANSAS/772/ Reasons We Love Kansas The new My Kansas book, Eight Mile Corner windmill, baseball, Tow Mater and More! I Do in the Sunflower State The quintessential Kansas wedding lets the bride, groom and other guests feel at home. Touring the Arts Museums, performers and creators all paint a piece of the picture for art tourism in Kansas. Tour Kansas: Cruising up Top Kansas RV parks are all the rage for travelers passing through the Midwest. A Kansas Safari Martin and Osa Johnson leave a unique and inspiring legacy behind in Chanute. Our Town: Kansas City The risverside city offers a rich tapestry of up-close-and-personal arts, history and entertainment. Kodachrome Ends in Kansas Dwayne's Photo in Parsons reached celebrity status as it produced the treasured Kodachrome film for more than two decades. Taste of Kansas: A lesson in Cooking Classes inspire amateur chefs to celebrate the art of food with delicious creations. Milestone: Topeka Civic Theatre and Academy Recipe: Strawberry Cupcakes courtesy of Anne Dowell/Apron Strings and Whole Foods Sweet Potato and Lentil Soup with Shitake Mushrooms Thu, 15 Nov 2012 07:00:00 GMT http://www.travelks.com/media-room/articles/view/Summer-2011-KANSAS/772/ Fall 2011 KANSAS http://www.travelks.com/media-room/articles/view/Fall-2011-KANSAS/771/ Reasons We Love Kansas The seasonal sights and events in Kansas provide never-ending wonder, especially in fall. ~By Gloria Gale Waking up the B&B Bed-and-breakfasts see new trends in style and fare, pleasing guests seeking more than a good nights sleep. ~By Lisa Waterman-Gray Chefs a la Carte Four culinary stars serve delectable dishes. ~By Kimberly Winter Stern Tour Kansas:Traveling the Range, Once Again The Kansas 150th Anniversary Cattle Drive celebrates a long history along the Cox Trail. Kansas Garden Variety Lessons from the past thrive in a healing prairie garden. ~By Mary-Margaret Simpson Love Me Tender In the rarefied world of premium beef production, one Kansas company is leading the pack. ~By Gloria Gale Our Town: Winfield Through the eyes of an english student, Winfield is an all-encompassing home base. ~By Brodie Phillips Taste of Kansas: Kansas' Own Hoptopia Local brewers celebrate good beer and a traditional practice. ~By Katy Ibsen Milestone: MyKANSAS! Project winners! Recipe: New potato hash with Prosciutto and Smoked Pepper Jack from Pierre Street Inn, Tallgrass Beer-Mosa and Chocolate Chip stout Ice Cream with Lb. Brewing's Oatmeal Stout Thu, 15 Nov 2012 07:00:00 GMT http://www.travelks.com/media-room/articles/view/Fall-2011-KANSAS/771/ Winter 2011 KANSAS http://www.travelks.com/media-room/articles/view/Winter-2011-KANSAS/770/ Reasons We Love Kansas Kansas is a winter wonderland that not only celebrates seasonal highlights, but also rejoices with its many unique characteristics and offerings. ~By Gloria Gale The Midwestern Melting Pot Kansas observes a global perspective with its many cultural communities~By multiple contributors Ballet Classic with a Kansas Twist From the prairie to the Capitol, the Nutcracker abounds in Kansas. ~By Amy Bickel, photos by Aaron East Kansas' Finest Meet some of the biggest supporters of Kansas. ~By Kim Gronniger, photos by Brian Lingle Senator Bob Dole A commentary on one of the most accomplished Kansans ~By William B. Lacy Our Town: Junction City A Midwest locale that really is that good ~By Kristen Kemmerling Tour Kansas: The Travel Log Kansas Travel Information Centers are portals to all the state has to offer~By Lou Ann Thomas, photos by Larry Harwood Taste of Kansas: Valentine's Diners Twirling stools, chocolate malts and a classic burger are still alive in Kansas ~By Cecilia Harris Milestone: Cathedral on the Plains Recipe: The Classic Chocolate Malt Thu, 15 Nov 2012 07:00:00 GMT http://www.travelks.com/media-room/articles/view/Winter-2011-KANSAS/770/ Spring 2012 KANSAS http://www.travelks.com/media-room/articles/view/Spring-2012-KANSAS/769/ Reasons We Love Kansas The season's rejuvenating colors, scenes and offerings make spring a delightful time of year in Kansas ~By Gloria Gale Surpassing the Limits Kansas Adventure Racers bike, paddle and run for the finish line.~By Vince Merserko Happy Trails Discover diverse and scenic routes for equestrian trail riding ~By Carolyn Kaberline Our Town: WaKeeney Celebrating the past and present on the High Plains ~By Sarah Hawbaker Kayak Kansas Paddle your way around the Sunflower State ~By Susan Kraus Tour Kansas: For the Family Attractions for the whole gang abound this spring. ~By Liz Weslander The Farm Tour Agritourism is (re) introducing the public to agriculture~By Amber Brejcha Fraley Taste of Kansas: The Campfire The best cooking gigs take place in the great outdoors ~By Katherine Dinsdale Milestone: 5.4.7 Arts Center Recipes: Red Potato-Rosemary Hobo Packs & Pot O' Sausage Thu, 15 Nov 2012 07:00:00 GMT http://www.travelks.com/media-room/articles/view/Spring-2012-KANSAS/769/ Summer 2012 KANSAS http://www.travelks.com/media-room/articles/view/Summer-2012-KANSAS/768/ Reasons We Love Kansas Summer is the perfect time to pay homage to our sunflower state-from fresh vegetables to road trips, we find plenty of reasons to celebrate the season. The Legendary Big Screen As drive-in theaters become a thing of the past, some Kansas proprietors believe the show must go on. The Sound of Summer As the season heats up, so do music festivals across Kansas. The Colors of Van Go Painting the Town red... and green, purple, yellow and blue Our Town: Phillipsburg A visit to this north-central Kansas town will feel like your first rodeo. Tour Kansas: Tour de art Kansas-style Discover mechanical marvels and whimsical creatures in this midwestern mecca for folk art Arty Party in NOTO Once-empty historic buildings in North Topeka are now the backdrop for a flourishing arts scene Healing Brush Strokes Kansas artist Wayne Clark finds painting to be a release after being diagnosed with Parkinson's Taste of Kansas: Brain Freeze! Three Kansas creameries rev up taste buds churning out handcrafted dairy delights scoop by scoop Milestone: Emma Chase Cafe Thu, 15 Nov 2012 07:00:00 GMT http://www.travelks.com/media-room/articles/view/Summer-2012-KANSAS/768/