On many days during my stay in Paraguay, I walk to the Superseis that is on Avenida Argentina, just south of the intersection with De Las Palmeras.  At the intersection, there is a fruit … more

As I continue down memory lane of the 1980s and 1990s the last few weeks, an interesting documentary popped up on my "For You" list on Hulu. It is called "Brats." It is a deep dive into why The Brat … more

PITTSBURG, Kan. — Grab your flannel shirt and apple cider, and enjoy the last few weekends left of the pumpkin season. The pumpkin patches in the area still have plenty of fun and gourds left for all the fall lovers.   more

DEAR ABBY: I have been married 27 years with two kids. My wife recently revealed to me that she was raped when she was 14 but said it wasn't violent. She also said she had several adult partners when … more

Friday, Oct. 11   Kansas Association of Retired School Personnel The Pittsburg chapter of KARSP will host its October meeting on Friday, October 11, at the Homer Cole Community Center, … more

Everyday   Alcoholics Anonymous  Need help or need to talk. Meetings daily. For meeting times, call 620-363-4571 or 620-231-4446. Located at 911 N. Fairview, Pittsburg. … more

The sauce for this meatloaf does double duty as a glaze and a flavoring agent for the meat. It's purposely savory and tangy, erring on the side of a less-sweet meatloaf while driving flavor and … more

Excerpted stories in Crawford County newspaper archives 100 Years Ago Oct. 11, 1924 Probably the largest crowd to witness an athletic contest here assembled this afternoon to watch the … more

DEAR ABBY: I own a lake cabin and enjoy hosting friends and relatives. Even though I don't have a pet myself, I like animals and don't mind if people ask to bring their dogs, because the ground floor … more

Thursday, Oct. 10    Yoga with Mona   Eclectic Soul Studio has Yoga sessions from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the studio. Sessions are $10 a piece and … more

Everyday   Alcoholics Anonymous  Need help or need to talk. Meetings daily. For meeting times, call 620-363-4571 or 620-231-4446. Located at 911 N. Fairview, Pittsburg. … more

Excerpted stories in Crawford County newspaper archives 100 Years Ago Oct. 10, 1924 The entire “big four” for the next spring music festival at the Teachers College is … more

My history-loving cousin, Jim Engle, sent me an email last week that tells the story of how Pittsburg is connected to Mena, Arkansas. Mena was founded by Arthur Stilwell during the building of … more

DEAR ABBY: My 18-year-old stepdaughter has decided to date another female. She has dated boys in the past, but that's not the issue. We have nothing against the LGBTQ community. (My husband's brother … more

Wednesday, Oct. 9   Arma Public Library    Silver Sneakers meets at the Arma Public Library every Monday thru Friday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.  Girard Public Library … more

Everyday   Alcoholics Anonymous  Need help or need to talk. Meetings daily. For meeting times, call 620-363-4571 or 620-231-4446. Located at 911 N. Fairview, Pittsburg. … more

Excerpted stories in Crawford County newspaper archives 100 Years Ago Oct. 9, 1924 Pledging undivided support to Alexander Howat and other deposed officials, local union 2689 of Ringo … more

It’s my last day working the Reference Desk and there’s really only one thing I need to do: say thank you to so many people. If you came to Friday’s reception—thank you. … more

PITTSBURG, Kan. — Thanks to food and beverage enthusiasts in the area, community members can enjoy German festivities this month without buying plane ticket.   Saturday, Oct. 5 from 5 to 10 p.m., the Mirza Shriners are inviting the public to taste beers, eat delicious food and take home a collectible mug for $25. The beer festival will take place at the Shriner’s Temple at 110 W. 5th Street in Pittsburg. The party will have entertainment, games and an authentic German outfit contest.   more

DEAR ABBY: A year ago, I met a wonderful man on a cruise. We hit it off fabulously, and since we live 1,000 miles apart, we stay in touch primarily by phone -- talking and video chatting. He has come … more