Honoring Gordon Parks
New display signs inform about and celebrate the Fort Scott locations where the famous artist filmed his masterpiece In 1969, Kansas native Gordon Parks became the first Black American to release a…
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Beep! Flash! Pow!: Vintage Arcades in Kansas
Photography by Justin Lister Vintage arcades usher in the return of games with not much computing power, but plenty of nostalgia What will it be: controlling your starfighter to prevent evil…
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Where ‘Honk for Service’ Still Brings out the Burgers
Photography by Deborah Walker The atmosphere and flavor of original carhop drive-ins live on at these two Kansas attractions Once upon a time—you might even remember when—carhops would…
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Breweries that Stand Out: Reasons to Love Kansas
NORSEMEN BREWING COMPANY Topeka Founded in 2016, this brewery serves Norse-inspired entrees and salads alongside freshly brewed craft beer. Typically on tap year-round are Odin’s One EyePA, Shield…
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Old-Fashioned Holiday Celebrations in Kansas
Photography by Andrew Pankratz Communities across the state hold nostalgic Christmas and holiday events The nostalgia of traditional Christmas celebrations will be on display for visitors to…
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Kansas Cider Makers
Photography by Aaron Patton Kansas farms and cider masters perfect the taste of a traditional drink Kenneth and Denise Gardner developed a love for dry hard cider while spending a summer in England…
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Rolled Ice Cream
Photography by David Mayes Shops across the state bring a sweet approach to an old summer favorite A treat to the eyes and palate, the international trend of hand-rolled ice cream began in…
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Where to stock up on Kansas Jerky
Photography: Dave Leiker Drawing on fresh, local supplies and a heritage of meat production, small Kansas businesses produce some of the nation’s best jerky Rich in protein, low in calories…
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Neighborhood Shopping: Old-Time Grocery Stores Anchor Communities
Old-time, independent grocery stores are often an anchor of the neighborhoods and communities they serve. In Cuba, for example, the Cuba Cash Store has sold food staples and other goods to the…
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Caribbean Tastes in Kansas
Escape wintry landlocked Kansas by dining in one of the state’s unique restaurants serving the flavors of the tropical islands. Negril Caribbean in Junction City and The Little Grill near…
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