Blog /blog/stories/ Blog Sat, 18 Jul 2026 07:44:24 +0000 Soccer Watch Parties in Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø - 2026 /blog/stories/post/where-to-find-soccer-watch-parties-in-kansas/ /blog/stories/post/where-to-find-soccer-watch-parties-in-kansas/#comments /blog/stories/post/where-to-find-soccer-watch-parties-in-kansas/ Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:00:00 -0400

Get ready to catch the final few matches as the world's biggest sporting event comes to an end on July 19th. Soccer fans throughout Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø can still enjoy the final and third-place games at various watch parties.

Sporting KC's very own Sporting Park is easily the largest venue to catch the last few

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Things to do this Memorial Day Weekend /blog/stories/post/things-to-do-this-memorial-day-weekend/ /blog/stories/post/things-to-do-this-memorial-day-weekend/#comments /blog/stories/post/things-to-do-this-memorial-day-weekend/ Tue, 12 May 2026 11:00:00 -0400

We sure hope everyone enjoyed their Memorial Day Weekend this year! Don't hesitate to check out more events happening in Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø as the year moves ever onward.

So many communities in Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø host regular events on Memorial Day Weekend. Whether you enjoy watching weird and wacky street performances at

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A World of Wonder Lies Just off Interstate-70. Here’s How to Plan Your Exit Strategy /blog/stories/post/a-world-of-wonder-lies-just-off-interstate-70-heres-how-to-plan-your-exit-strategy/ /blog/stories/post/a-world-of-wonder-lies-just-off-interstate-70-heres-how-to-plan-your-exit-strategy/#comments /blog/stories/post/a-world-of-wonder-lies-just-off-interstate-70-heres-how-to-plan-your-exit-strategy/ Sat, 18 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Cruise through epic landscapes, peruse indie shops in enchanting downtowns, and enjoy the pastoral views at a tucked-away spa. As you drive along Interstate-70, Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø’ main west-east stretch, pull off at these nearby attractions and prepare to have any preconceived freeway notions shattered.

The

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Exploring the Cat Cafes of Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø /blog/stories/post/exploring-the-cat-cafes-of-kansas/ /blog/stories/post/exploring-the-cat-cafes-of-kansas/#comments /blog/stories/post/exploring-the-cat-cafes-of-kansas/ Tue, 28 Oct 2025 17:00:00 -0400

Calling all cat lovers to Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø for the ultimate feline-friendly road trip! Over the past few years, cat cafes have been opening up across Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø, and animal lovers of all types absolutely love them. This relatively new development has gained traction quickly, and now, many aspiring entrepreneurs

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9 of the Best Hikes In Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø /blog/stories/post/9-of-the-best-hikes-in-kansas/ /blog/stories/post/9-of-the-best-hikes-in-kansas/#comments /blog/stories/post/9-of-the-best-hikes-in-kansas/ Fri, 29 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400

When it comes to hiking, Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø should be on every outdoor lover’s list. It’s the ideal place for day hikers or backpackers who want to cover some distance without the lung-busting thin air that comes with high-altitude treks, and the hundreds of miles of wilderness trails have a quiet peacefulness

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Supernatural Road Trip in Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø /blog/stories/post/supernatural-road-trip-in-kansas/ /blog/stories/post/supernatural-road-trip-in-kansas/#comments /blog/stories/post/supernatural-road-trip-in-kansas/ Fri, 04 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400

For fans of the CW show “Supernatural,” the road so far has ventured quite a bit into the Sunflower State. And after 15 seasons, the Winchester brothers, of Lawrence, have hung up their machetes, put their salt into shakers instead of bulk canisters, and pulled the jet black ’67 Chevy Impala into

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Olde Road Chronicles: Adventures of the KS MVC /blog/stories/post/olde-road-chronicles-adventures-of-the-ks-mvc/ /blog/stories/post/olde-road-chronicles-adventures-of-the-ks-mvc/#comments /blog/stories/post/olde-road-chronicles-adventures-of-the-ks-mvc/ Thu, 17 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Another week, another adventure for the Mobile Visitor Center! We kicked things off at the "mothership"—the Curtis Building in Topeka—where we restocked, swapped stories, and set out on the next leg of our journey.

First Stop: Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø State Parks!

Our trek continued with a scenic stop at Kaw River

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Have the Friend Getaway of Your Dreams in Lawrence /blog/stories/post/have-the-friend-getaway-of-your-dreams-in-lawrence/ /blog/stories/post/have-the-friend-getaway-of-your-dreams-in-lawrence/#comments /blog/stories/post/have-the-friend-getaway-of-your-dreams-in-lawrence/ Sun, 09 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

In Lawrence, it feels as though all roads lead to ... and for good reason. The main drag through downtown brings University of Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø students and locals together for creative sipping, dining and shopping. Free State Brewing Company is a Mass Street legend, having become the first legal

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Bleeding Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø: A Tour of the War before the War /blog/stories/post/bleeding-kansas-a-tour-of-the-war-before-the-war/ /blog/stories/post/bleeding-kansas-a-tour-of-the-war-before-the-war/#comments /blog/stories/post/bleeding-kansas-a-tour-of-the-war-before-the-war/ Fri, 15 Dec 2023 04:00:00 -0500

A small two-story wooden building, a grassy meadow, a quiet park, a wooded valley between hills; these spots today are relatively unassuming and even banal at first appearance, but there was a time when these places in rural Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø were the center of national attention. I visited several major sites

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Unwrapping the Joy: A Festive Shopping Guide Across Northeast Âé¶¹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø /blog/stories/post/unwrapping-the-joy-a-festive-shopping-guide-across-northeast-kansas/ /blog/stories/post/unwrapping-the-joy-a-festive-shopping-guide-across-northeast-kansas/#comments /blog/stories/post/unwrapping-the-joy-a-festive-shopping-guide-across-northeast-kansas/ Wed, 29 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500

As the Christmas season approaches, these charming towns transform into winter wonderlands, offering unique shopping experiences that go beyond the typical mall expedition. This Christmas, consider exploring local businesses for gifts that are as special as the season itself.

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