I wasn’t quite sure what era this one was built in. I didn’t think it was the 1930s or 1940s because it didn’t look like the WPA or some retro deco. I didn’t think it was the 1950s because it seemed to be missing a certain garishness. I didn’t think it was the 1960s or … Continue reading 723. Ellsworth, Ellsworth County (KS101) →

The courthouse was alright and all, but I have to admit that I was getting to the point in the trip where I had less to say about courthouses. When I’m running and gunning so much in a relatively short period of time (at this point I had driven about two thousand miles and been … Continue reading 722. Lincoln Center, Lincoln County (KS100) →

Not that Minneapolis.  The other one!  I wish I could say I was unenthused by the courthouse because I was tired.  I was tired, but I could also tell this was objectively not a great courthouse.  Or even a good courthouse.  I guess it’s not bad per se, but I could be wrong on that point. I opted for … Continue reading 721. Minneapolis, Ottawa County (KS099) →

All right, Salina!  You’re killing me here!  So, this is the building I can best identify as the equivalent of the county courthouse.  The District Court and County Clerk are both based out of here.  I guess this is what I’m looking for.  Of course, across the street is the Saline County senior center… Really, … Continue reading 720. Salina, Saline County (KS098) →

Finally! The other Abilene! Somehow, I never expected to make it here. That said, though, I felt disappointed with the courthouse. With its long history of cattle and rail, I expected that Abilene would have built a more impressive structure to demonstrate its dominance in the region. I know the original courthouse was two stories … Continue reading 719. Abilene, Dickinson County (KS097) →

Start spreading the news!  Oh, wait…  Not that Manhattan.  The other Manhattan!  At least the one in Kansas as opposed to the other, less important ones.  I liked the courthouse.  Any of you who have followed me for a while probably predicted that the slightly rough look appeals to me for reasons I can’t entirely … Continue reading 718. Manhattan, Riley County (KS096) →

Last year at this time, I had completed three states. As of this moment, I have completed six states and half of two more. I've also added five more states to my tally. A couple of days ago was my fourth geoversary. One one level, it bowls me over that I've been doing this for … Continue reading We Interrupt Our Current Narrative… →

What a gorgeous creature we’ve got here. A little rough, but nothing a little tender loving care wouldn’t help. As you can see from the fences, they’re already starting the process, so that’s all that really matters. I’m definitely getting more of a Missouri vibe from this, but I also realize that the interplay of … Continue reading 717. Junction City, Geary County (KS095) →

Driving into the county, I spotted the courthouse from a distance and wasn’t quite sure if it was the courthouse or a pretty grain silo.  Had it been the silo, I would have been quite disappointed.  Having seen this gorgeous old girl, I am decidedly not.  Is it just me, or does the white trim … Continue reading 716. Clay Center, Clay County (KS094) →

I wish I had an easy way to handle sound effects.  Only then could you truly experience my groans of distaste upon reaching here.  This courthouse is possibly the most unsatisfying a courthouse can be without provoking active disdain.  Soon enough, my almost-active disdain would metastasize into straight-out disapproval.  How are you going to have … Continue reading 715. Concordia, Cloud County (KS093) →