by Marketing | Apr 4, 2024 | Uncategorized
Each of us has significant moments in our lives that make an impact. Those things may seem small at the time, but they often are the source of great change in the trajectory of our lives. For many of us, this has been our involvement with the Kansas State Fair. ...
by Marketing | Feb 1, 2024 | Uncategorized
Margaret Mead said, “Never underestimate the power of a small group of committed people to change the world. In fact, it is the only thing that ever has.” Never underestimate the power of a small group of committed people to change the world. In fact, it is the only...
by Marketing | Jan 4, 2024 | Uncategorized
In 2004, John and I were asked by Mary Alice Lair to serve as members of the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation Board of Directors. John and I have always loved the Kansas State Fair, and we have great memories of bringing our children to Hutchinson to see their 4-H...
by Marketing | Nov 30, 2023 | Shank's Take: Newsletter Column
The final days of any year produce thoughts of nostalgia and priceless memories to last a lifetime. To explain my favorite State Fair memory is difficult in that so many exist but it is safe to say that the first recollections are often the best. As a...
by Marketing | Oct 31, 2023 | 1861 Club - Foundation Event Venue, Shank's Take: Newsletter Column
As the final weeks of 2023 approach and we prepare for the dawn of a new year for many of us, it is time to ponder year-end giving to maximize our annual tax deductions. It goes without saying that the Kansas State Fair is the site of multiple construction projects,...
