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Plan Your Vacation! January 28 is National Plan Your Vacation Day, and while it might take more than a day to sort through all the options the beautiful state of Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø offers, it marks the perfect occasion to get started! It's also the day before Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø Day, which is when Kansans celebrate their…
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Ready to grab your kiddos and hit the road? Below is a list of 10 family-friendly Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø destinations: Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø City Metro Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø City Metro is a great spare-of-the-moment vacation. Throw some overnight bags in the car and enjoy a stay at Great Wolf Lodge, Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø City’s premiere indoor waterpark…
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It’s loud. It’s fast. It’s heart-stopping, adrenaline-pumping, thrill-seeking fun. It’s racing in Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø — and it’s in our blood. Meet four of our most notable drivers, both retired and currently in the driver’s seat. NASCAR Driver & Team Owner, Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø City Becoming a race car driver was the dream…
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Northeast Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø - "For The Spirited" The Northeast region of Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø is full of unique places with high spirits. In this part of Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø, you'll find communities of all sizes, both large and small. Out here, fans go wild for Sporting KC. This is where fast cars at the Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø Speedway and zesty local…
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South Central Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø - "For The Seekers" For those that seek authentic experiences, South Central Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø is home to world-class museums, fantastic outdoor adventures, charming communities, and a whole lotta good food. From the iconic Swedish heritage of Lindsborg to the bustling streets of Wichita…
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Southeast Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø - "For The Free" In Southeast Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø, you can live freely. This is where Beautiful rock formations create beautiful outdoor experiences for the Table Mound Hiking Trail at Elk City State Park. Thirteen miles of the Route 66 Byway wraps around the Ozark Plateau. It's also where…
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Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø is a land of unprecedented beauty that has changed drastically throughout time. Its unique natural features have shaped the culture and history of the state. The story of Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø’ natural history begins millions of years ago, when the land lay beneath a vast body of water. The Permian Sea A…
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Along with ideal growing conditions for wheat and sunflowers, Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø provides fertile soil for sports legends. Several storied teams, coaches and venues at the pro and college levels are rooted here. In 2022, Sporting KC marks its 27th year in Major League Soccer, of which the club is a charter…
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Everyone wants that picture-perfect photo op, whether it is for your Instagram feed or your family photo album. We're going to let you in on a little secret.... Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø is actually a photogenic place! And there's more than meets the eye... Follow along with the Hambrick Family as they travel through…
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