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2+ mon, 1+ week ago   (510+ words) On the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, communities across the country will host block parties, historical exhibits and other initiatives focused on America’s birthday. Here in Kansas, the milestone has prompted local historians and others to…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (533+ words) A Kansas woman sat on a toilet for so long that her skin grew around the seat, leading to her boyfriend's arrest and his subsequent lottery win. If you're from Kansas, you've likely heard your fair share of lore that's…...

3+ mon, 5+ day ago   (675+ words) Kansas is packed with historic communities. With roots stretching back to the state's early years, Glasco is definitely one of them. The cozy little city was settled in 1865 along the Solomon River in... Kansas is packed with historic communities. With…...