Kansas Pioneers of the Pitch
How our state laid the groundwork for American soccer Sporting Kansas City alumnus Matt Besler has always been proud of his home state. A…
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Inside this issue of KANSAS!, we’re going on an international odyssey. In preparation for the World Cup, we look at the history of soccer in the Sunflower State.

How our state laid the groundwork for American soccer Sporting Kansas City alumnus Matt Besler has always been proud of his home state. A…
Inside the immersive Kansas attraction where movie magic, live performance and interactive storytelling collide Stepping into Atlas9 feels…
From Olympic champions and trailblazing teams to athletes who overcame injury, racism, and impossible odds, these Kansas legends changed the…
The stories behind Kansas memorials honoring legendary coaches, athletes and teams lost too soon March 31, 1931, was a disastrous day in…
From Calabria to the Flint Hills, one artisan’s journey reshapes the legacy of the American cowboy boot Sam Vasta is a master…
An off-the-beaten-path café in Assaria pairs Old World charm with locally rooted Italian flavors For a taste of Italy in rural Kansas…
Photo: Dave Mayes A new mural in Abilene honors America’s 250th anniversary, blending history, symbolism and community pride into a…
From political firsts to cultural icons, these Kansans challenged the limits of their time—leaving legacies that still shape the…
Where Kansas history, local harvests and heartfelt hospitality come together for an unforgettable farm-to-table evening Past meets present…
More than eight decades after riveting B-29 bombers in Wichita, Connie Palacioz’s legacy still echoes in the skies—and in the…
Photography by Nick Krug A Century and a Half of Kansas History: The Story of Kansas State Historical Society This year marks a monumental…
Dream big, Kansans. Go big or go home, for we are a vast land of sunsets and sunrises, rich farmland… Read More
Photography by Mark Mangan When the government pulled the plug on Ed Dwight Jr.’s chance to… Read More
A conversation with Kansas! photographers about their lives in photography Emily Barnes began her… Read More
A community garden in Lakin aims to educate, promote health and bring fresh produce Illustration… Read More
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With rooftop dining, two Kansas venues offer new ways to enjoy a meal along with a view of the… Read More
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