Gorillas, Coal Mines, and Fried Chicken: Exploring the Jefferson Highway in Crawford County, Kansas

Gorillas, Coal Mines, and Fried Chicken: Exploring the Jefferson Highway in Crawford County, Kansas

June 25, 2026 · 35 min · Episode 182

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The episode celebrates Pittsburg, Kansas’ 150th Anniversary Year while exploring Jefferson Highway history, mining heritage, fried chicken, and gorillas.

Celebrate Pittsburg, Kansas’ 150th Anniversary Year while exploring Jefferson Highway history, mining heritage, fried chicken, and gorillas!

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