Stories & Writings

Mausoleum Row is more than a resting place — it is Topeka’s memory, preserved in stone. The families buried here built legacies. They shaped the very streets we walk today. Visiting this stretch of the cemetery is a reminder that history is not confined to books; it is all around us, waiting to be read in weathered names, graceful columns, and the stories of those who came before.

Photo of the Week is a series showcasing an image I've captured and sharing the story behind it.

A tour of Red Rocks State Historic Site connects visitors with one of the most influential families of the early 20th century.

Dwight & Mamie Eisenhower’s love endured war, loss & history. A story of resilience, devotion & a bond that never wavered.

Wantha Bangs Davis, a pioneering female jockey from Liberal, Kansas, raced over 1,000 times between the 1930s and 1950s, often beating male

Uncovering the hidden history of the Quindaro Ruins, a significant stop on the Underground Railroad in Kansas City, Kansas.

Uncovering the history of the abandoned Security Benefit Association Cemetery on Topeka's Menninger Hill

Learn the incredible story of two Kansas nurses taken as prisoners of war during World War II. A tale of heroism and perseverance.