A group of communities across the region is offering up treasure for those willing to take a trip.

The Phillipsburg-based United States 36 Highway Association, which promotes the highway that runs from Ohio to Colorado, will have the ninth annual U.S. 36 Highway Treasure Hunt later this month.

The event is scheduled Sept. 19 to 21 and offers a diverse shopping experience, yard sales, bake sales, flea markets and other community events. Several northwest Kansas communities will take part in the festivities.

For more information on the Treasure Hunt or the association, which has its roots in the Pony Express, click HERE. The website includes a growing list of events and maps of participating communities.