Located in the heart of the country, Kansas became a state as a result of the Louisiana Purchase in 1803. Its early days included settlement by pioneers, cattle drives, and streams of settlers for westward expansion. Kansas also played a critical role in the Civil War. Later, Kansas was the first state to prohibit alcohol […]

Planning a wedding is a monumental event that you may have been dreaming about for years. Now that the time to start preparing for your big day has arrived, you may be excited to start turning all of your grand ideas into firm plans. However, before you can get too deeply involved in your wedding […]

What could be more beautiful than a place where the sky is blue, cool breezes blow, and a view that takes your breath away? As you drive through Kansas, there’s a lot more to see than farmlands, sunflowers, and straight roads. Kansas has rolling hills, lush grasslands, prairies, lakes, and unusual rock formations. If you […]

While Kansas is largely known for having flat prairies and ample farmland, there are many stunningly beautiful natural areas located across the state that each can provide you with a different outdoor experience. From camping and hiking to boating, cycling, and more, there is plenty to do at each of the 26 state parks in […]

Kansas is a state known for a great deal of amazing history. The very first cattle load to be shipped by rail departed from Kansas. In 1859, the state’s legislature was one of the few to show support for women’s suffrage. In the late 1800s, Kansas pioneered the prohibition of alcohol. The connection to prohibition […]

Many people are involved in fatal collisions in Kansas each year. Some of these accidents are entirely preventable, and others could have resulted in significantly reduced injuries if proper safety steps were taken. For example, in July, a 19-year-old man in Kansas City lost control of his car, and he died in a three-car collision […]

Visitors and residents alike gain a deep understanding why Kansas is among the most beautiful states in the heartland. The Great Plains of Kansas reflect a beauty unique to the Midwest. The weather in Kansas, however, doesn’t always provide the perfect climate; in fact, Kansas often finds itself the center of truly frightening natural disasters. […]

With Topeka as its capital, Kansas became a state opened to settlement in 1854 with the passing of the Kansas-Nebraska Act. The state facilitated some groundbreaking movements such as the Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, a case that was decided by the Supreme Court of the United States. It is also known for […]

One of the most exhilarating experiences in life is the freedom you feel riding a motorcycle. It’s not for everyone, of course, but those with the desire to ride thoroughly enjoy the freedom offered on the seat of a bike. Motorcycles can be quite dangerous when the driver isn’t comfortable or driving safely, and they […]