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Heidi L Gillis is certified as a Personal Fitness Trainer (W.I.T.S.) & Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. With specializations as Older Adult/Senior Fitness Specialist, Lifestyle Fitness Coach, level 1 Qigong F.I.T. and TaiChi F.I.T. , TCH Board Certified Tai Chi for Rehabilitation Instructor,…
Welcome. I'm a retired U.S. Army officer and former newspaper editor who embarked on my journey into Tai Chi while still in active service. Although my initial interest was piqued during my military days, my pursuit of Tai Chi was temporarily sidelined by time constraints and professional respons…
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I have 40 years of energy arts experience, including a Doctorate in Chinese Energetic Medicine . My experience also includes Tai Chi, Reiki (Levels 1 and 2 certified), yoga and meditation. I have been passionate about teaching and applying Qi Gong to improve the wellbeing of my clients -- par…
Having learned and practiced Tai Chi as a young man, I recently renewed my study and have been practicing daily for four years. I can teach Yang Style Tai Chi Forms 8, 13, 16, 24, 32, 37, 40 and 42 forms. I also teach the recently adopted "Bafa Wubu" form, China's new Tai Chi standard. I use the "S…
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Shawnee, KS
Shawnee is a city in Johnson County, Kansas, United States. It is the seventh most populous municipality in the Kansas City metropolitan area. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 67,311.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 42.86 square miles (111.01 km2), of which, 41.85 square miles (108.39 km2) is land and 1.01 square miles (2.62 km2) is water. Shawnee Mission Park is a 1,600-acre (6.5 km2) park that includes a 120-acre (0.49 km2) lake.
Before and after the American Civil War, Shawnee served as a government road that connected Fort Leavenworth to Fort Riley. During the mid-19th century, branches of the Oregon Trail and nearby Santa Fe Trail that traveled through, Olathe, Overland Park, and Kansas City, Missouri saw settlers travel through the area. A Shawnee Indian mission had been established at the present site of Shawnee in 1831. Shawnee was laid out as a town in 1857. Kansas entered the union as a free state on January 29, 1861, to become the 34th state. The declaration of a free state, added to the tension between the anti-slave abolitionists and pro-slave Confederate guerrillas.
William Quantrill was a confederate Guerrilla Leader who led Confederate soldiers that were known as bushwhackers. In October 1862, Willam Quantrill ordered an attack on Shawnee, which saw the town pillaged and burned to the ground. Quantrill and his army of bushwhackers return in the summer of 1863, to raid and look for an escape route from Lawrence, which he was intending to sack. The raids on Shawnee served as a training exercise before attempting the full scale siege on Lawrence.
Shawnee was selected by Quantrill for its proximity to Lawrence, being 35 miles away (56 km). Lawrence was established for the political reason of being an anti-slave town and had many clashes with the Confederate army that started before the American Civil War. The first documented event of Bleeding Kansas was the Wakarusa War which saw both sides clash and come to a temporary truce. This allowed Lawrence to add to its defenses before the Sacking of Lawrence. In August 1863, the Lawrence Massacre took place at the hands of William Quantrill. This saw 250 men corralled and murdered and $2.2 million from damages.
Health and wellness are integral aspects of Shawnee's community. The Shawnee Mission Health System plays a crucial role in providing comprehensive healthcare services to residents. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Shawnee Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Solution 1 Fitness, EverFit and Snap Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Shawnee, such as the South Shore East Loop and Shawnee Mission Park Violet and Red Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.
The top sites in Shawnee, KS are Shawnee Town Museum, Splash Cove, and Mill Creek Streamway Park.
Population: 69,198 (2022). ZIP Codes: 66203. Area code: 913. Elevation: 820 ft (250 m). Area: 42.86 sq mi (111.01 km2).
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Is Shawnee, KS a good place to live?
Shawnee is a suburb of Kansas City with a population of 67,671. Shawnee is in Johnson County and is one of the best places to live in Kansas. Living in Shawnee offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Shawnee there are a lot of bars, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Shawnee and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Shawnee are highly rated.
What is Shawnee, Kansas known for?
From its brief stint as county seat of Johnson County to its location close to the Campbellton stop on the Kansas City, Ft. Scott & Gulf Railroad, Shawnee evolved into an agricultural service town of importance second only to Olathe in the late 19th century. In fact, by the 1920s, Shawnee’s truck farmers had helped the town gain a reputation as one of the leading fruit and vegetable producers for the entire region. Successful farming helped Shawnee’s farmers weather the Great Depression more successfully than those in many other parts of the country.
What is the race population in Shawnee, Kansas?
Shawnee is a city located in Johnson County and Wyandotte County Kansas. Shawnee has a 2024 population of 70,074. The racial composition of Shawnee was White: 81.65%, Black or African American: 6.75%, Two or more races: 5.22%, Asian: 3.33%, Other race: 2.81%, Native American: 0.24%, and Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0.01%.
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Shawnee Parks and Recreation Department
Shawnee Mission Park Violet and Red Trail
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