Reasons We Love Kansas
Sunflowers, Flea Markets, Music, a Flint Hills Tribute and more!

Growing Season
Bumper crops of flowers and produce add a fresh new look to the agricultural landscape of our state.

In Bloom by Carol Crupper
Fresh Picked by Cynthia Mines
Home-Grown Goodness

Welcome to Our Town: Sedan
With the help of journalist and native Kansan Bill Kurtis, a small town revitalizes itself into a thriving community filled with gift shops and galleries.
By Sally M. Snell

Great Rides
Some say Kansas is best viewed over the handlebars of a bicycle. Here's a look at exploring the state on two wheels, plus a glimpse of Lawrence, a cycle-friendly town.
By Joe Ramstack, Carol Crupper and George Hendrix

Join the Party
Ready for some summer fun? Our guide to Kansas festivals helps you get the party started, beginning with Wah-Shun-Gah Days in Council Grove.
By Debbie Leckron Miller

Taste of Kansas
See where our writer found her favorite Kansas pie, then vote for your preferred spot for a slice, or roll out your own creation using our recipe.
By Cecilia Harris

Volume 63, Issue 2
Cara Sloan, editor
On the Cover: Pendleton's Country Market in Lawrence by Diane Guthrie