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Located 48 miles southeast of Kansas City, Ottawa became a registered historic district in 1972. Its downtown maintains that feel with colorful Victorian facades, a stunning courthouse, the world’s oldest operating movie theatre and a wide variety of shops, restaurants and businesses.

Tucked into the hills above the Missouri River, this picturesque Missouri town carries a complex history. It's one of the fastest growing communities in the region, yet honors its 19th century roots.

Although the Midwest isn't exactly known for its medieval history, the Kansas City region has still acquired some sprawling, fortress-inspired buildings over the last 150 years. Some are well maintained and still used as homes, while others are crumbling but fascinating relics.

What's the best place for summer adventures away from Kansas City? You might just find the perfect trip in Arkansas. From Bentonville to Fayetteville, from Eureka Springs to Devil's Den, there's a lot of nature, art and food to explore.

Kansas Citians need not travel far to enjoy a relaxing summer vacation. Grab your bike and hit the Katy Trail to explore all that central Missouri has to offer.

Summer is a great time to hit the road and explore the wonders of our Midwest neighbors to the north for food, drink, family fun and outdoor exploring.

In part one of our road trip series, we explore a place that combines beautiful landscapes, folk art and a whole lot of personality: central Kansas.

In honor of Bastille Day, Central Standard explored efforts to preserve Missouri French: a dialect that once flourished in southwestern Missouri, now…

Kansans sometimes get picked on. They've heard every joke in the book about Toto and Dorothy, and they're not amused.On Central Standard, we met with two…

The relentlessly cold winter just might be over, and the sun is starting to shine — at least on occasion.So, enjoy the spring weather and all our region…

From the hair museum, to the bridge to nowhere and Big Brutus, there are some interesting and even bizarre things to see and do in Missouri and Kansas. So…