New Ulm museum tells story of last Sioux Indian battles, local history
New Ulm played a major role in the Indian Wars of the 1800s. The southern Minnesota city along the banks of the Minnesota River was the site of two […]
July #MWTravel Chat featuring Visit Roseville, Minnesota
Disclaimer: Thanks to Visit Roseville for sponsoring this post and the July Midwest Travel Twitter Chat. All opinions and views are ours. Roseville, Minnesota, is perfectly positioned close to it all, […]
Nebraska at 150: Bryson’s Air Boat Tours in Fremont
Editor’s Note: Nebraska is celebrating its 150th birthday in 2017. As the state observes its sesquicentennial, we are revisiting some of the state’s attractions. Today, we take a look at […]
Down on the farm – Visiting a kangaroo farm in Washington
A Washington farmer gives new meaning to the phrase “time to slop the hogs.” Instead of hogs, Ray Strom and his wife Joey head out every day to feed kangaroos. […]
Geek Central! Fans flock to O Comic Con for pop culture fun, camaraderie
They gathered from all regions of the universe, some traveling light years just to say they participated in one of Earth’s rare moments. Some wanted to spot an acclaimed alien […]
Nahant Marsh provides a little nature in Quad Cities
Located a few minutes from downtown Davenport, Nahant Marsh provides visitors the serenity one finds with nature. The wetlands allow people to view wildlife and walk trails among beautiful trees […]
Follow the yellow brick road to Wamego, Kansas
In the movie “The Wizard of Oz,” we never really know Dorothy Gale’s hometown. All we know is that she’s from Kansas. Well, apparently, those ruby slippers at the end […]
Star search – KC’s Planet Comicon features bevy of celebrities
Everyone has a story to tell, and celebrities love sharing theirs with fans…at least at comic cons. Celebrities who attend comic conventions know their fans and appreciate them. And, you […]
3 Ways to find your adventure at Indiana’s Strawtown Koteewi Park
Strawtown Koteewi Park is a short drive from Indianapolis in Hamilton County’s Noblesville. It’s chock full of options to find your sense of outdoor adventure. From hiking trails and a […]
Showtime! Cosplayers star at Kansas City’s Planet Comicon
Comic con season is well underway. The Midwest has seen its share of large and small conventions. Hundreds of conventions based on comic books, sci fi and horror movies, television […]