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We love to share positive stories about our five-star community!
Check out some of our favorites:
- Best Small Towns to Visit by Smithsonian magazine
- Best Historic Small Town by USA Today
- True Western Town of the Year by TrueWest magazine
- Best Weekend Getaway by KANSAS! magazine
- Most Beautiful Town in Kansas by House Beautiful magazine
Keep checking back as we continue to populate this list!
I Like Ike(’s Museum)
After undergoing a major reinterpretation, the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum & Boyhood Home balances historical seriousness with self-celebration. The Presidential Library is...
The Most Beautiful Small Towns In Every State
There's always something to see in a big city, but sometimes, you want a slower pace. Thankfully, the United States boasts some incredible small towns. Whether you want to brush up on history or go...
Every U.S. State's Best Small Town
Big cities like New York and Los Angeles may get most of the attention, but America is filled with small towns and communities that have long formed the backbone of the nation. These towns are filled...
60 Charming American Towns You Haven't Heard of But Should Visit ASAP
When you plan a vacation, most people tend to go to more popular places, right? It's usually cities they've read about or towns and attractions that have been recommended by friends and family. But...
Eisenhower Memorial to be dedicated in May
Twenty-one years into the making, the dedication of the Dwight D. Eisenhower National Memorial is planned for 2 p.m. May 8 in Washington D.C. on the 75th anniversary of VE Day. The memorial was...
Kansas Bucket List 2020
Happy new year, Kansas Explorers! Have you put your Kansas adventure bucket list together yet? Here's the list for Kansas Explorer's #2 and #36. See you on the road! Read more
Where to Eat on New Year's Day
Whether you're visiting, passing by, or don't want to cook, here are a few suggestions for where to eat in Abilene on New Year's Day: 1. M&R Grill Known for their Southwest Chicken Salad,...
The Best Things I Ate in 2019: A Culinary Diary of My Travels
Each year I look forward to reflecting on the best dishes I had of the entire year. What a great job I have getting to try so many amazing foods and drinks, not only around the country, but around...
9 Can’t-Miss Restaurants You Need To Add To Your Kansas Road Trip Checklist
If you’ve got a long drive from one side of Kansas to the other, you may be a little overwhelmed with meal choices, especially along I-70. We’ve picked out 9 of our favorite restaurants along this...
The Best Small Town to Live in, in Every U.S. State
There’s something universally alluring about a small town like “Gilmore Girls”’ Stars Hollow. The coffee shop owner knows your order, your name, and if you’re having a bad day. There’s no traffic. It...
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