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6 Reasons Why Kansas Is the Best Place to Retire

Why choose Kansas for retirement? Comfort, culture, and affordability come together beautifully.

by Jacki Mick
on Feb 10
Sunset view of the Manhattan hill sign and water tower in Manhattan, Kansas.
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4 Exciting Places in Kansas Everyone Will Be Talking About This Year

by Jessica Mlinaric
on Dec 30
A brown Kansas Route 66 sign stands by the side of a road with green trees and grass.
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People Live Their Whole Lives in Kansas and Somehow Miss These 3 Places

by Stephanie Frias
on Dec 12
A woman floating in the cove between natural rock pillars at Rock Town on Lake Wilson, Kansas.
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The One Thing to Do in Kansas Before the End of the Year

by Amanda Finn
on Dec 2
A paved walkway in between two patches of snow covered ground leading toward bare trees.
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4 Kansas Tourist Spots I Tried to Hate (But Ended Up Loving)

by Amanda Finn
on Nov 3
The reddish sandstone walls of Coronado Heights against a pale blue sky and beside a green tree

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Discover the Americana Town in Kansas So Charming You’ll Want To Keep It a Secret

This Americana town in Kansas is hiding all kinds of treasures worthy of your next road trip stop.

by Stephanie Frias
on Oct 24
White, plantation style two-story house with pillars and a porch with an American flag
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Here Are The 7 Most Famous Olympians From Kansas, From Track And Field Stars To Basketball Phenoms

by Lisa Sammons
on May 24
A swimmer in a black cap and goggles performs the butterfly stroke in a bright blue pool.
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10 Unique Trivia Facts About Kansas You Might Not Have Heard Before

by Lisa Sammons
on Jan 2
A panoramic view of lush green fields under a blue sky with fluffy clouds, featuring a small pond and wooden fences.
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Most People Don’t Know That Comanche, The Famous War Horse, Remains Right Here In Kansas

by Lisa Sammons
on Jan 1
A soldier in uniform stands beside a saddled horse, both looking towards the camera in a historical black-and-white photo.
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9 Surefire Signs You Have Strong Roots in Kansas

by Lisa Sammons
on Dec 4
A misty landscape featuring a golden field and a distant white house surrounded by trees.
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50 Years Ago, This Small Kansas Town Was A Hotbed Of UFO Sightings

by Lisa Sammons
on Oct 4
A large, circular metallic object hanging from the ceiling, adorned with colorful lights around its edge.
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One Of The Oldest Buildings In Kansas Was Used By Frontiersmen As A Military Headquarters

The Rookery in Leavenworth, Kansas, built around 1834, is one of the oldest and most haunted buildings in the state.

by Lisa Sammons
on Aug 29
Historic building with a porch, surrounded by greenery, labeled "The Rookery, Circa 1834."
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There’s A Deadly Plant Possibly Growing In Kansas Yards That Looks Like A Harmless Weed

Giant hogweed, an invasive and dangerous plant, is spreading across the U.S. and could soon reach Kansas.

by Lisa Sammons
on Jul 31
A cluster of delicate white flowers on thin green stems, surrounded by lush greenery.
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The Fascinating Archaeological Discovery That Put This Kansas Town On The National News

Lansing Man, discovered in 1902, is one of the oldest and most mysterious archaeological finds in Kansas.

by Lisa Sammons
on Jul 5
Black and white image of a skull and bone on a surface, with a ruler for scale beside them.
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11 Terrifying Things In Kansas That Can (And Just Might) Kill You

Kansas is a beautiful state with some dangerous aspects, including severe weather, venomous creatures, and urban legends.

by Annie Sandmeier
on Jul 5
A tornado descends from dark storm clouds near a dirt road, with wind turbines visible in the foreground.
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The Lost City In Kansas That Still Baffles Archaeologists To This Day

Etzanoa, an ancient city in Kansas, remains a fascinating archaeological mystery with ongoing discoveries and conservation efforts.

by Lisa Sammons
on Jun 28
A herd of bison grazing in a lush green field under a blue sky with scattered clouds.
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Some People Don’t Know That Kansans Were The First To Do These 9 Things

Kansas is home to many historical firsts and notable inventions, including the rotary blade helicopter and the first female mayor in the U.S.

by Clarisa Akred
on Jun 2
A woman in vintage aviator attire stands beside a biplane, showcasing early aviation history.
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One Of The Biggest Names In Silent Films Was Born In One Of The Smallest Towns In Kansas

Buster Keaton, a legendary silent film actor-director, was born in the small town of Piqua, Kansas.

by Lisa Sammons
on May 24
Metal grain silos beside a rural road, surrounded by greenery and agricultural structures under a clear sky.
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Few People Know Kansas Was The First State To Discover Natural Helium In America

Kansas is notable for the first discovery of natural helium in the United States in 1905.

by Lisa Sammons
on Apr 5
A historical marker in Kansas detailing the discovery of natural gas and its impact on the local industry.
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Back In The Day, This Quiet Kansas Town Was A Wild West Hangout

Dodge City, Kansas, once known as "the wickedest town in the American West," is rich in Wild West history and now a popular tourist destination.

by Lisa Sammons
on Mar 21
Historic black-and-white photo of a Western town with storefronts and a group of people gathered outside.
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Few People Know About The Missing Treasure Hiding Somewhere In Southwest Kansas

Henry Starr, a notorious outlaw, is believed to have hidden a treasure in southwest Kansas that remains undiscovered.

by Lisa Sammons
on Mar 20
A serene river landscape at sunset, with sandy banks and gentle water reflecting the sky's colors.
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People Used To Flock To This Rural Kansas Area To Experience Its Healing Mineral Waters

Waconda Spring in Kansas was a revered healing site for Native Americans and settlers, now buried under Waconda Reservoir.

by Lisa Sammons
on Mar 14
Aerial view of a rural area featuring a large building, small structures, and a circular pond surrounded by land.
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Be On The Lookout, A New Type Of Tick Has Been Spotted Near Kansas

Asian longhorned ticks, an invasive species, pose a threat to mammals, birds, and reptiles in the U.S., including Kansas.

by Lisa Sammons
on Feb 22
Close-up of a brown tick on a black background, showcasing its eight legs and textured body.
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8 Quirky Kansas Facts That Sound Made Up (But Are Totally True)

Kansas is home to many unique and interesting historical facts, including leading wheat production and the invention of the Icee.

by Lisa Sammons
on Oct 7
A stunning sunset over the rolling Flint Hills of Kansas, with golden light illuminating the tallgrass prairie and soft clouds glowing in warm orange and pink hues across the horizon.
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One Of The Oldest Churches In Kansas Dates Back To The 1800s And Has A Fascinating History

by Lisa Sammons
on Feb 7
A stone building with a red roof surrounded by colorful foliage and trees under a clear blue sky.