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Brick + Mortar Social House is under the new ownership of Darrell Pulliam — a PSU graduate who years ago helped with a planning grant that led to the creation of Block22, where the restaurant is located.   more
Fort Scott church fire caused by lightning
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The fire last week that significantly damaged Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Fort Scott was caused by lighting, fire officials have determined, according to the Fort Scott Tribune.  more
Skirmish at Cow Creek, Oct. 23, 1864 
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For the sixth year, Amanda Minton, director of the Crawford County Historical Museum (CCHM), has worked to bring the county’s Civil War heritage to life during Pittsburg’s Little Balkans Days celebration.  more
Polka in Pittsburg
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One of the most interesting things about Little Balkans Days, besides the history of the event, is the variety of music performed at it. more
Pittsburg man injured in rear-end crash
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A Pittsburg man was seriously injured in a rear-end collision Friday, according to the Kansas Highway Patrol.  more
Little Balkans Days [Photo gallery]
Photos from the 37th annual Little Balkans Days Celebration in Pittsburg, Kansas, held from Aug. 29 to Sept. 4, 2022. more
Little Balkans coffee kick-off
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As a way to kick off the weekend of Little Balkans Days events, the Pittsburg Area Chamber of Commerce and the Little Balkans Festival Assocation hosted a Chamber Coffee event Friday morning at which community members gathered and had refreshments.   more
Quilting creations
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One of the traditions of Little Balkans Days is the annual Quilt Show held by the Little Balkans Quilt Guild. Each year, the guild members hang their quilts they have crafted since the last Little Balkans Days for patrons to view on Friday and Saturday.   more
County eases burn restrictions 
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The Crawford County Commission eased restrictions on burning on Friday, but did not completely lift the county-wide burn ban.  more
The Civil War comes to life at CCHM 
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Take a trip back in time to the Kansas frontier during the Civil War. Over the holiday weekend, reenactors from across Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma will descend upon the Crawford County Historical Museum (CCHM) to refight a battle and give visitors a peek at life on the plains in mid-19th century America.  more
Pittsburg woman injured in Hwy 400 crash
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A local woman was seriously injured in a crash on Highway U.S. 400 southwest of Pittsburg early Friday afternoon, according to the Kansas Highway Patrol.  more
Meals on Wheels reports August deliveries
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During the month of August 2022, 830 meals were delivered to the elderly and disabled in Pittsburg. Ascension Via Christi Hospital Nutritional Services prepares the meals. more
Photos from the Paint the Town Red block party and Pittsburg State University pep rally on Wednesday, Aug. 31. more
The Pittsburg Area Chamber of Commerce has announced the winners of this year's Paint the Town Red decorating contest. more
Crawford County Sheriff and Kansas Highway Patrol respond to fatal crash on Lonestar Road. more
Model T Club to tour Southeast Kansas 
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Antique Model Ts will be seen throughout Southeast Kansas next week, from Wednesday to Sunday, Sept. 7 to 11. The 39th Annual Hillbilly Tour will be based in Pittsburg, with participants exploring scenic roads, including Route 66, and delving into the rich history of coal and lead mining, and bootlegging, that the area has to offer.  more
TOPEKA, Kan. — Humanities Kansas, an independent nonprofit that encourages Kansans to improve and serve their communities by drawing on history, literature, ethics and culture, recently elected … more
The poetry of Pittsburg
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The school year for Kansas has begun, and with it comes festivals geared towards academics. more
Gorilla Century rides again
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With a jam-packed weekend of Paint the Town Red and Little Balkans Days events approaching, there will also be another physical activity in which citizens can participate. more
Wildcat 4-H Kentucky bound
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Wildcat 4-H livestock, meats, quiz bowl, and skill-a-thon judging teams recently traveled to Kansas State University for the state 4-H sweepstakes contest. more
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