Blog /blog/stories/ Blog Tue, 26 May 2026 22:21:35 +0000 Exploring the Unexpected - Historical Southeast Kansas /blog/stories/post/exploring-the-unexpected-historical-southeast-kansas/ /blog/stories/post/exploring-the-unexpected-historical-southeast-kansas/#comments /blog/stories/post/exploring-the-unexpected-historical-southeast-kansas/ Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -0400

When people think of Kansas, they often overlook its deep history and rich cultural roots. However, Southeast Kansas can pleasantly surprise you. From coal mining towns to Route 66 stops, this area is filled with stories you might not expect. I recently explored Pittsburg and nearby communities, and

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Kansas fried chicken drives narrative of novel /blog/stories/post/kansas-fried-chicken-drives-narrative-of-novel/ /blog/stories/post/kansas-fried-chicken-drives-narrative-of-novel/#comments /blog/stories/post/kansas-fried-chicken-drives-narrative-of-novel/ Thu, 06 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

The Real Story Behind 'The Chicken Sisters'

Chicken SistersIt’s a story that dates back to 1934. It’s been featured

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Intern Roadtrip /blog/stories/post/intern-roadtrip/ /blog/stories/post/intern-roadtrip/#comments /blog/stories/post/intern-roadtrip/ Mon, 11 Sep 2017 11:00:00 -0400

On Wednesday I drove an hour to Topeka from Manhattan, just as I had done every weekday for the majority of my summer. For 10 weeks I had the opportunity to intern with the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism’s tourism division. When I pulled into the parking lot, I was met by the other

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The Dish on Kansas' Food Scene /blog/stories/post/the-dish-on-kansas-food-scene/ /blog/stories/post/the-dish-on-kansas-food-scene/#comments /blog/stories/post/the-dish-on-kansas-food-scene/ Thu, 23 Feb 2017 11:00:00 -0500

Barbecue | Doughnuts | Farm-to-table | Fried chicken. While those items have recently topped foodies’ trend charts, Kansas has been nailing these hot culinary categories for decades. Here’s a sampling of the state’s best eats in each of these areas.

The Barbecue Meccas of Kansas City and Wichita

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