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Spring has sprung across Kansas, and with it comes new life—including a new arrival at Rolling Hills Zoo in Salina. Creed the rhino was born February 8 to mother Evey and father Kengele and is already growing fast. Though not yet visible to the public, Ask a Kansan was able to visit and capture photos and video of the youngster. Creed has already gained national attention after being named after Kansas City Chiefs center Creed Humphrey, who recently visited the zoo to meet hi

Beneath Main Street in Ellinwood, Kansas lies a hidden underground once used by Santa Fe Trail teamsters and railroad workers. Today, visitors can explore the tunnels and step into a unique piece of Kansas history.

We first featured Cash Hollistah on Ask A Kansan, and now he’s building something special in Salina. R&B Me Please blends classic and modern R&B into one high-energy night — complete with live art and an all-female DJ lineup. With a spring event already in the works, this growing series is quickly becoming a can’t-miss experience in Kansas.

For one day each year, two towns separated by more than 4,500 miles flip pancakes in the name of pride, tradition, and international goodwill. What began in 1445 with a hurried dash to church has grown into a 77-year rivalry between Liberal, Kansas, and Olney, England. On Shrove Tuesday, medals are awarded, bragging rights are earned, and one town claims the title of International Pancake Champion.

Winter in Kansas can be brutal, and most people wouldn’t consider it a good season to be outdoors, let alone hiking. However, those who take advantage of a warm afternoon, or are just a little off their rocker and brave the elements enjoy several benefits unique to winter hiking. The first is solitude. Don’t get me wrong a busy state park and the hum of boats on the water are great, but we can enjoy that in the warmer months. There’s something special about being the only one

On the edge of Concordia, Kansas, the National Orphan Train Complex preserves the story of children sent west during the Orphan Train Movement from 1854–1929. As the nation’s only museum dedicated to this history, it shares the artifacts and personal stories of the riders whose journeys helped shape Kansas and America.

Hikers across Kansas kicked off the new year with First Day Hikes at 24 Kansas State Parks. This year’s hike at Glen Elder State Park offered a fog-filled, three-mile walk through nature and a chance to reflect on the area’s deep history, including the sacred site of Waconda.

Quivira National Wildlife Refuge, a key stop along the Central Flyway, shelters hundreds of thousands of migratory birds each year. Among them, the endangered Whooping Crane finds safety in the refuge’s rare inland salt marsh. A family of cranes, including a juvenile, was spotted before taking flight over the Kansas horizon—a striking reminder of Quivira’s vital role in protecting these majestic birds.

his week’s Curious Kansan segment takes us to “The Best Square Mile on Earth”. Lindsborg, Kansas home to the beloved Svensk Hyllningsfest.

Maxwell Wildlife Refuge hosted its 10th annual Mountain Man Rendezvous. From trappers to flintknappers, 1,300 visitors—including 350 students—experienced life on the 1800s prairie.

For over 50 years, this little northwest Kansas town has run its own carnival — rides, games, and that quirky “four smalls for a medium, four mediums for a large” prize swap that leaves grandpa buried in stuffed animals by the end of the night. It’s all powered by volunteers who check every ride, run the games, and make sure nothing sits idle when the gates swing open. And when they do? Generations of families return, proud to be part of a tradition that makes Oberlin feel l

The 48th annual Smoky Valley Saddle Club Rodeo brought big crowds to Marquette, Kansas, for a weekend of family fun and rodeo action. From crowd-favorite Mutton Busting to high-energy bull riding, this long-standing Kansas rodeo tradition continues to draw local talent and spectators alike. With cooler temperatures and a heartfelt tribute to founder Lawrence Wayne Spohn, the community once again proved that it’s committed to keeping this iconic event alive.