What’s your favorite Midwestern city other than Lawrence?
Asked at Massachusetts Street on July 15, 2016
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“I don't travel much, so I'd have to say Kansas City. The Westport area.”
— Dirk McBratney, between jobs, Ottawa
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“Lenexa. That's where I live, and there's a lot of stuff around there that Lawrence doesn't have.”
— Marisa Bergman, works at Hy-Vee, Lenexa
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“Is it possible to say Olathe? I'm originally from Texas, but I feel like Olathe is a great place in the Midwest, with beautiful houses.”
— Michael Stigler, professional track athlete, Lawrence
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“Kansas City. There's a lot to do there.”
— Jessie Perkins, registered nurse, Lawrence