KANSAS!

As the lifestyle magazine of Kansas, each issue celebrates the best of our state. It’s people, places, and spaces. For over 75 years, we’ve shared the stories of the Sunflower State, told by Kansans. Featured topics include a dynamic line up of culture, food, travel, outdoors, history, personalities, and communities.

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‘Little Restaurant on the Prairie’ • For three hours a week, Chef Stan’s Place becomes a culinary destination with a devoted following

A Heart of Steele • Two of Scott County’s earliest pioneers worked to share their homestead—and its extraordinary history—with the public

Patriotism in Paint • Abilene’s newest mural commemorates America’s 250th year

More Kansas Murals That Tell Our Story • For more information on other murals across Kansas, visit TravelKS.com/Murals.

Flocking to Kansas • Why prairie chickens have made west-central Kansas a global birding destination

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BEHIND THE SCENES WITH Rachael Sebastian • Rachael Sebastian has lived in Kansas all her life. She was born in Marshall County and now lives near the Colorado border in Horace. She credits her mother, a journalist, for fostering her love of photography and teaching her how to shoot on film cameras when she was growing up. Sebastian, who studied journalism and Spanish at the University of Kansas, is now self-employed with Mira 3 Photography and manages social media and photography for Tongue River Ranch near Dumont, Texas.

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REASONS WE LOVE Kansas

The Rosie Effect • At 101, Kansas’ own “Rosie the Riveter” hasn’t lost her spunk or her strong work ethic

The Battle Over Kansas

Native Kansas • From ancient settlements to modern communities, Native Americans have never disappeared from the Kansas landscape

First People of Kansas

the trails that shaped kansas • Follow these historic trails to trace the story of America’s westward expansion

BREAKING BARRIERS • These courageous trailblazers made a lasting impact on Kansas history

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Echoes of the past • In north-central Kansas, a farm-to-table dining experience transforms local food into heartfelt meals

recipe. • Essence of the Prairie Bison Stew with Savory Sage Cornbread

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