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This award-winning documentary explores the history, spirit, and lasting impact of a lignite coal-mining town that once thrived in North Central Kansas. Between Belleville and Concordia, Minersville was home to nearly 500 residents and 28 coal mines during its peak in the late 1800s. Stream now on SHPBS Passport!

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Kansas Shrine Bowl

Football fans across Kansas can once again experience one of the state’s most celebrated high school sports traditions as Smoky Hills PBS broadcasts the 53rd Annual Kansas Shrine Bowl LIVE from Welch Stadium in Emporia on June 27 at 7 PM. Pregame will begin at 6:30 PM.

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Miss Kansas 2026

Experience the elegance and excitement of the 2026 Miss Kansas competition on Smoky Hills PBS July 4th or stream anytime on Smoky Hills PBS Passport.

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This season of Cottonwood Connections takes a look at Kansas’ role in our country’s history as it approaches its 250th.
SUNDAYS at 6 PM and Encore Saturdays at 6 PM or stream on the PBS app!

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PBS Books Readers Club connects a community of readers nationwide! Join today and receive a monthly digital video, a bi-weekly e-newsletter, online groups to chat with those within the club.

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Original Productions from Smoky Hills PBS

At Smoky Hills PBS, we’re proud to produce and share programs that celebrate the people, places, and stories of Kansas. From history and culture to music, arts, and community life, our local productions shine a spotlight on what makes our state unique. These are programs created for Kansans, by Kansans — telling the stories you won’t find anywhere else.

Kansas Stories We’re Proud to Share

In addition to our own productions, Smoky Hills PBS is proud to carry a variety of locally produced Kansas programs created by our partners across the state. These series highlight the people, culture, history, and communities that make Kansas unique — giving viewers even more ways to connect with and celebrate our region.