Kansas


 * State: Kansas **
 * Capitol: **
 * ** Topeka **


 * Facts about the State **
 * Bird Western Meadow Lark
 * Origin of State Name Named for the Kansa (or Kaw) Indians, the "people of the south wind."

3,993,000 February 36° March 44° || April 57° May 66° June 76° || July 81° August 80° September 71° || October 60° November 45° December 35° ||
 * //Ad astra per aspera (//To the stars through difficulties).
 * [[image:http://www.mega-flags.com/images/Flag_Kansas.jpg width="155" height="107" align="left"]]
 * Population Size as of 2011
 * Population Size as of 2011
 * Population Size as of 2011
 * Population Size as of 2011
 * Population Size as of 2011
 * Population Size as of 2011
 * Population Size as of 2011
 * Population Size as of 2011
 * Kansas' "big sky," dramatic sunsets, and great variability in temperature and precipitation are all important aspects of the regional personality. Winter blizzards, violent windstorms, and heavy rains are common throughout the state, and the continental climate (on occasion) produces rapid temperature extremes.Generally the summers are quite warm, the winters are mild, and the humidity is on the moderate side. January is the coldest month, with average high temperatures near 31 degrees. July is the warmest month, with average high temperatures near 81 degrees. Much hotter summers and harsh, cold winters are not uncommon.Annual precipitation amounts range from 30 - 40 inches in the east, while drier conditions are common in the west. In Kansas you can enjoy four distinct seasons, each with its own unique qualities. Average Temperatures
 * January 31°

> Overland Park > Kansas City > Topeka > Olathe > Lawrence > Shawnee > Manhattan > Salina > Lenexa > > > Missouri > Oklahoma > Nebraska
 * Geography **
 * Region of the US South Central Region
 * Major cities in the state Wichita
 * Neighboring states Colorado
 * Any bodies of water in or around? Kansas River, Republican River, Smoky Hill River, Arkansas River, Missouri River. Major Lakes - Tuttle Creek Reservoir, Cheney Reservoir, Waconda Lake
 * Topography Mst people think that Kansas is flat it is quite hilly
 * Time Zone


 * Government **
 * Governer Brownback
 * Who are the leaders? (Specify governor, 2 senators and House of Representative members)


 * History **
 * When the State got its statehood
 * Famous people
 * Famous events that took place in this state
 * Culture **
 * Special: foods, music, festivals, etc
 * Demographics – Diversity, Religion, etc.


 * Attractions **
 * Landmarks
 * Sports Teams
 * Recreation
 * Colleges
 * Famous buildings/businesses
 * Natural Parks
 * Major Events
 * Major Airports


 * Unique **
 * Crazy State Law
 * Interesting Facts