Community Profile By Jackson Wagner, League of Kansas Municipalities Paxico Pride: Past, Present, Future PAXICO P axico is a quaint town situated at the foot of the scenic Flint Hills. It is conveniently located one mile north of I-70 at Exits 333/335 in...
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Community Profile By Jackson Wagner, League of Kansas Municipalities Paxico Pride: Past, Present, Future PAXICO P axico is a quaint town situated at the foot of the scenic Flint Hills. It is conveniently located one mile north of I-70 at Exits 333/335 in Wabaunsee County. Paxico is the perfect destination for those yearning for small town charm and hospitality. It is an ideal place for the young and old alike, whether visiting for the day, raising a family, or enjoying your retirement years. Paxico is known for its beautifully curated antique shops, wineries, The Paxico Blues Festival, and Mill Creek Campground and RV Park. When visiting Paxico, one cannot leave town without taking a short 1.5 mile drive north to un-incorporated Newbury, Kansas. Newbury is home to the beautiful Sacred Heart Catholic Church, also known as the Cathedral of the Flint Hills. Many of the early residents of Paxico were German immigrants. However, African American immigration began in 1873 with the arrival of
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