1990-1986 KANSAS Past Issues
Summer 1986 KANSAS
11/15/2012
BATTER UP!
Hutchinson is a softball hot spot with its Fun Valley complex.
CREATING A FISHERMAN'S PARADISE
The Milford Fish Hatchery, opened in March of 198, is one of only four in the United States which raises warm water fish in concrete facilities.
TREASURES FROM THE KAW
Writer/photographer Daniel Dancer describes the wealth of ... more
Fall 1986 KANSAS
11/15/2012
GOING ONCE, TWICE, GONE
Twin brothers Harold and Harlan Kirk operate a successful auction business in Bucklin.
OPEN DOOR HOSPITALITY
As part of Junction City's Family Fun Festival, some of the city's finest homes are open for tours.
DEFYING THE ODDS
Bicyclist Dan McAnarney of Manhattan rides "30 to 50 miles, all out each day."
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Winter 1986 KANSAS
11/15/2012
HOSTING THE NATIONAL BIRD
Over 400 bald eagles "vacation" in Kansas each winter.
ADVENTURE ON ICE
When the weather's just right, great ice skating conditions abound throughout Kansas.
AN 1880'S PRAIRIE CHRISTMAS
Boot Hill Museum, Inc., Dodge City, rings in the holidays with an authentic pioneer celebration.
A PLACE TO ... more
Spring 1987 KANSAS
11/15/2012
A WESTERN OASIS
Norton's Pinestone Square Restaurant and Park is housed in a renovated hotel.
FUN FARMING
In its first year, Winfield's Spring Hill Farm entertained more than 15,000 guests.
POLKATENNIAL
Wichita kicks up its heels and polkas each May as it hosts the annual Polkatennial.
GEPPETTO'S WORKSHOP
Topekan George ... more
Summer 1987 KANSAS
11/15/2012
VOICES FROM THE HEARTLAND
The new Kansas Museum of History invites everyone to experience Kansas history firsthand.
A SHARED TREASURE
As she promised, Marion Komarek opens her 16-room Victorian home in Great Bend for special tours.
HOOKED ON CARP
Fisherman, find a partner and head for Norton for the 7th annual Carp Derby.
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Spring 1986 KANSAS
11/15/2012
THOSE PECULIAR PELICANS
April and May are the best months to go pelican watching in Kansas.
BEHOLD BIG BRUTUS
Retired in 1974 from active duty, this 16-story coal shovel near West Mineral has been reopened as a museum.
ETES VOUS PRETS? PARTEZ!
The French words for "Are You Ready? Row" are called out to rowing crews ... more
Fall 1987 KANSAS
11/15/2012
ROUND'EM UP
The ten members of the Box Ranch Association in Commanche County round up cattle every fall.
BEAUTIFYING RURAL LINCOLN
Vernon and Elfrieda Schneider have created a paradise in their backyard garden.
FOREST OF FRIENDSHIP
Honoring women in aviation, Atchison's forest features a variety of unusual trees.
TENNIS ... more
Winter 1987 KANSAS
11/15/2012
THE GOODNOW HOUSE
"A tribute to an ordinary person who did extraordinary things."
FIRST CLASS-LOUISVILLE, KANSAS
The tiny Louisville Post Office is one of the country's smallest.
THE LIVING STORY
For 18 years, Caldwell residents have organized a very special Christmas display.
CHARLES ROGERS
"The Kansan" ... more
Spring 1988 KANSAS
11/15/2012
AN IRIS IS AN IRIS IS AN IRIS
Ralph Chubbuck's 6,000-square foot iris garden is spectacular from early to late May.
A WAY WITH WATERCOLOR
Louis Copt's art career really began to flourish when he became a full-time artist.
WINDING THE MAYPOLE
May 6th marks the 67th time that Washington 5th graders will wind the Maypole.
EXCEL . . ... more
Summer 1988 KANSAS
11/15/2012
A MUSEUM IN BLOOM
Botanica, The Wichita Gardens, is fast becoming a regional horticultural center.
FAIR OF CHAMPIONS
Harness racing is the highlight of the annual Rooks County Free Fair.
FLUSH PICNIC
People are the real attraction at this mid-July annual get-together-now in its 57th year.
PRAIRIEFEST
Hutchinson offers an ... more
Fall 1988 KANSAS
11/15/2012
RAISING CANE
Golden Mill Sorghum in Bartlett is the third largest producer of sorghum in the U.S.
FIRING UP A BARBECUE
Area residents crowd the Wakarusa Township Fire Department grounds for an annual barbecue in October.
MOOSE IN KANSAS?
Yes, it's true. Photographer/writer Daniel Dance spent a day in Kirwin tracking him down.
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Winter 1988 KANSAS
11/15/2012
A PRAIRIE GEM
The Kauffman Museum of the Bethel College campus features the natural and cultural history of the North Newton area.
CINNAMON CREATIONS
Judy Watson of Rosalia carves and presses cinnamon into decorative pieces with a heavenly scent.
A SMORGASBORD OF SWEDISH TREATS
The Swedish Country Inn of Lindsborg serves lavish ... more
Spring 1989 KANSAS
11/15/2012
MISSION DAY
St. Paul's 750 residents, in old settler's costumes, welcome some 4,000 guests to a one-day celebration.
STAGECOACH STOP
The city of Olathe is restoring the Mahaffie Farmstead and Stagecoach Stop, now open to the public.
TULIP TIME
An old Dutch mill, lots of tulips and plenty of fun-loving citizens create the atmosphere ... more
Summer 1989 KANSAS
11/15/2012
BITTERSWEET FARM
The Ramsey's wildflower meadow near Fort Scott invites visitors to "take time to smell the flowers."
TO NOWHERE AND BACK
Midland Railroad operates a tourist train which takes passengers from Baldwin City to Nowhere and beyond
SUMMER FESTIVALS
Plan to join in the fun at Independence's Art in the Park; the ... more
Fall 1989 KANSAS
11/15/2012
RED WATER AT SUNSET
Wichita's North High School and Minisa Bridge have long been architectural landmarks.
SEDAN'S COURTHOUSE FLOWERS
Donna Casement carefully tends the flower beds on the Chautauqua County Courthouse lawn.
WHIMMYDIDDLE ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR
Scott Citians can't wait for this annual crafts extravaganza featuring only ... more
Winter 1989 KANSAS
11/15/2012
RED WATER AT SUNSET
Wichita's North High School and Minisa Bridge have long been architectural landmarks.
SEDAN'S COURTHOUSE FLOWERS
Donna Casement carefully tends the flower beds on the Chautauqua County Courthouse lawn.
WHIMMYDIDDLE ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR
Scott Citians can't wait for this annual crafts extravaganza featuring only ... more
