Halstead, KS is a small town located in Harvey County with a population of around 1,400 people. Despite its size, Halstead is a popular tourist destination due to its abundance of activities and attractions. Tourists can enjoy local shops and restaurants, take part in outdoor recreation activities such as fishing and golfing, or explore the area's historical sites that are rich with local history. Visitors also enjoy the quaint atmosphere of downtown Halstead with its locally-owned businesses. But more than anything else, Halstead is known for its relaxed atmosphere and friendly residents. Reviews for Halstead are overwhelmingly positive with many people praising the community’s small-town charm and hospitality. People often refer to it as “the friendliest little town you’ll ever visit” and say it's “like taking a step back into simpler times.\" Many travelers have also commented on Halstead's cleanliness and safety which is one of the reasons why so many families choose it as their weekend destination.
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Small Town Community - 7/30/2008
An article I read about moving to a small town for more affordable housing said to look at other things as well, such as developing friendships and feeling like you are part of the community. It can be difficult in very small towns and I believe Halstead is one of them. We have lived here (outside the city limits) for over 20 years and although people are friendly enough, it seems as if you cannot actually belong if you were not born and raised here. Although we never had children, I hear praise for the school system, it seems like crime is very low. This is a town where, if you enjoy eating out and taking in a movie or shopping, you should expect to drive about 30 minutes to Wichita or some other city nearby to enjoy those things. Housing seems to be rather high in town. All in all it has a small town atmosphere and is close enough to Wichita to attract new people to keep it going, if not
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