Fall in Kansas is a sight to see. It’s a beautiful and dynamic season characterized by cool, crisp weather and changing colors. It’s also a great time to experience fall festivals, and Wichita has more than 15 to choose from. In Wichita, the Heart of the Country, fall is festival season. Starting in…
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I’ve been to Maxwell Wildlife Refuge a handful of times, but this visit has been my favorite thus far. I think the warm, spring sun was just as appreciated by me as the wildlife that calls Maxwell home because as I made my way into the refuge, I was greeted by bison and elk even before approaching…
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America’s favorite pastime is alive and well in Kansas’ largest city, Wichita. If you’re planning on going to an upcoming Wichita Wind Surge game at Riverfront Stadium and looking for things to do, places to eat and nearby hotels, you’ll find plenty of choices! We’ve put together a list of suggested…
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Spring is the time when the world comes alive with vibrant colors and sweet scents. One of the most iconic spring flowers is the tulip, and Kansas is no stranger to this floral beauty. If you're looking to enjoy the beauty of tulips in full bloom, there's no better time than the spring tulip season…
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Mushroom Hunting in Kansas Kansans typically keep a close eye on the skies. But when mid-March rolls around, a secret society of foragers turns their eyes to the earth. These mysterious few have been dreaming of their elusive prey for weeks. The weather watch, check soil temps, and peruse online…
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Spring break in Wichita, the Heart of the Country, is fun for all ages. As Kansas’ largest city, Wichita is packed with 50-plus museums and attractions, perfect for families of young children and those with teens. Unwind in Wichita with tons of family-friendly things to do – whether you want to…
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February is Black History Month, and there are numerous ways to recognize the month throughout Kansas and in the state’s largest city, Wichita. The African American experience in Wichita, the Heart of the Country, is rich and worth exploring. People in the Heart of the Country are nice and…
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Kansas’ newest state park adds to the prolific trail systems found in Southeast Kansas making the region a top destination for outdoor adventurers. Lehigh Portland State Park is the 29 th State Park in Kansas, with over 13 miles of well-maintained trails, it offers a perfect escape from the hustle…
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Sports enthusiasts can find Kansas’ newest and largest SCHEELS location in Wichita – the Heart of the Country. After Kansas’ first SCHEELS opened in 2015 in Overland Park, the sporting goods giant opened its second Kansas store in Wichita’s Towne East Square, a great place to shop during the holiday…
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Whether you’re a Wichita local or you’re visiting this beautiful and lively city in Kansas with your family, exploring the great outdoors is the perfect way to bond with the people you love. Wichita and the surrounding Sedgwick County area have everything a family needs to enjoy a staycation or a…
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