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 Kansas native who grew up in Overland Park—and the first…
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Atlas9 in Kansas City Brings a ’90s Movie Mystery to Life
Inside the immersive Kansas attraction where movie magic, live performance and interactive storytelling collide Stepping into Atlas9 feels like traveling through time. Outside, the structure is a…
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Against All Odds: Legendary Kansas Athletes
From Olympic champions and trailblazing teams to athletes who overcame injury, racism, and impossible odds, these Kansas legends changed the game forever. Most of us Kansans are ordinary folk. We set…
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Where We Go to Remember
The stories behind Kansas memorials honoring legendary coaches, athletes and teams lost too soon March 31, 1931, was a disastrous day in sports history. A small airplane crashed in the Flint Hills in…
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Heart & Sole: Italian Shoemaker Crafting Custom Cowboy Boots in Kansas
From Calabria to the Flint Hills, one artisan’s journey reshapes the legacy of the American cowboy boot Sam Vasta is a master shoemaker from Italy, and he looks the part. In the workshop at his home…
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Hidden Trattoria
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, visit the Renaissance Café in Assaria, population 400. Located 6…
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Patriotism in Paint: Abilene’s America 250 Mural
Photo: Dave Mayes A new mural in Abilene honors America’s 250th anniversary, blending history, symbolism and community pride into a lasting tribute. The new Abilene Celebrates America 250! mural…
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Breaking Barriers in Kansas: Trailblazers Who Shaped the State’s History
From political firsts to cultural icons, these Kansans challenged the limits of their time—leaving legacies that still shape the state and the nation. Charles Curtis 1860-1936 Few vice presidents are…
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Prairie Bison Stew with Sage Cornbread: A Hearty Kansas Farm Recipe
A hearty prairie-inspired stew and sage cornbread recipe rooted in Kansas farm cooking Rich, slow-simmered and deeply comforting, this Prairie Bison Stew with Savory Sage Cornbread brings the flavors…
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Echoes of the Past: One of Kansas’ Most Unique Farm-to-Table Dining Destinations
Where Kansas history, local harvests and heartfelt hospitality come together for an unforgettable farm-to-table evening Past meets present at Echo Dell Farm, a farm-to-table dining destination in…
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