Why Opening Day in St. Louis is the Ultimate Baseball Holiday
It’s Called Baseball Heaven For A Reason I have had the chance to cover some of the biggest sporting events around the country. But for me, nothing compares to Opening Day for the Cardinals. In St. Louis, Opening Day isn’t just a baseball game; it’s an unofficial civic holiday. Kids skip school and adults skip…
Missouri’s Incredible Shrinking Cities
Show-Me the People: Why Missouri is Still Growing Despite a Worrisome Decline in Metro Cores If you’ve noticed a few more out-of-state license plates on I-70 lately, it’s not just your imagination. Missouri’s history has always been defined by people on the move—from the Gateway Arch welcoming pioneers to the bustling river commerce of the…
St. Patrick’s Day History and Festivities in Missouri
The Luck of the Irish Across the Show Me State Kansas City One of the biggest St. Patrick’s Day parades in the entire country takes place every year in the midtown area of Kansas City. We are talking about three-hours long, with dozens of elaborate floats, marching bands, and green as far as the eye…
16 Iconic Foods Invented in Missouri
From Toasted Ravioli to 7-Up: A Guide to Missouri’s Culinary Firsts Missouri has a surprisingly deep resume of food and beverage “firsts.” Many of these icons were born out of the 1904 World’s Fair in St. Louis. Others were from the creative kitchens of the state’s Italian and Chinese immigrant communities. And others were just…
The Missouri Mansion That Lumber Built
The Rise, Fall, and Rebirth of Corinthian Hall If you’re walking through the historic Northeast neighborhood of Kansas City, it’s impossible to miss the limestone titan sitting on the cliffs overlooking the Missouri River valley. Corinthian Hall isn’t just a building; it’s a 72-room monument to the Gilded Age, a testament to a “self-made” empire,…
Missourians in the 2026 Winter Olympics
Several Missouri natives and residents are competing in the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina, Italy, with a heavy representation in ice hockey. Key athletes include NHL stars Matthew and Brady Tkachuk, Clayton Keller, and bobsledder Caleb Furnell. So if you don’t really know who or what to cheer for, at least you have some…
The Kansas City Castle in the Sky: A Look Inside Missouri’s Most Iconic Penthouse
6100 ft² on the 32nd, 33rd, 34th, and 35th Floors of 909 Walnut for $4,750,000 For the first time ever, a true legend of the Midwest skyline is opening its doors. This isn’t just a listing; it’s a historic event. Spanning the 32nd through 35th floors of the iconic 909 Walnut building, “The Kansas City…
Best Places to Ski and Ice Skate in Missouri
Here are the most fun locations to lace up the skis and the skates for some outdoor fun in the Show Me State. The snow and cold are here, so it’s time to get outside and enjoy some Winter activities in Missouri. If outdoor ice skating is your thing, there are several excellent options. The…
Biggest Snowfalls in Missouri History
The biggest “Single Storm” totals in Show Me State History If you live anywhere in the state of Missouri, you know the drill. It’s usually titled “The Blizzard of ’82,” “The Storm of the Century,” or that one specific “Bomb Cyclone” that buried your car for a week. The stores were sold out of bread…
Secret Missouri Castle Few Know Exists
Kennett’s Castle is high on a bluff with a setting fit for a king. There is a castle high on a high on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River about an hour south of St. Louis. It’s called Kennett’s Castle by some, Selma Hall by others. It stands near Festus and was put on the…
7 Reasons Why We Can’t Support The Chiefs When They Move
The Kansas City Chiefs are free to do what they want. But they should understand there are consequences. My father used to tell me, “you can do whatever you want. But just know that there are consequences for whatever happens.” That is exactly what I was thinking when the owners of the Chiefs announced a…
History of Ozark Air Lines
Jet service history is made in 1945 as Ozark Air Lines begins service. The first scheduled flights for Ozarks Air Lines shuttled passengers between Springfield and St. Louis with the goal of connecting under-served communities in the Ozarks with air travel. The history of Ozark Air Lines is an aviation story that is very special…
Missouri’s Most Famous Business Leaders
Some of the Biggest Names in Business are also Missouri Names Missouri has produced an unusually high number of business legends, and it isn’t a coincidence. The state’s mix of geography, culture, and economic history has created a unique environment. This is where big ideas and bold risk-takers tend to thrive. The Business Legends: Why…
Dewey Defeats Truman… The Full Missouri Story
November 2nd, 1948: Missourian Harry S Truman defeats Thomas E. Dewey for the U.S. presidency. We have all seen the iconic image of Harry S Truman holding up the Chicago Tribune newspaper with the erroneous headline. But do you know the Missouri history surrounding the days leading up to the iconic image of Truman holding…
Walt Disney Chooses Orlando over Missouri
November 22nd, 1963: The United States in in shock as President John F. Kennedy is shot and killed in Dallas. That was also the day that Walt Disney flew over a vacant piece of land southwest of Orlando and proclaimed, “That’s It.” That day may have also been the day that St. Louis lost an…
The Best Bowler of All Time
The Day Missourian Don Carter Became A Legend It was March 12th, 1958 and the air in St. Louis was a crisp 40 degrees. Bowler Don Carter and his teammates went to a bowling alley in St. Louis and made history. He was already a legend, but he was about to become known as the…
Mobile Phones Debuted in Missouri
1946: Car Phones debut in Missouri A Southwestern Bell worker testing mobile telephone service in St. Louis in 1946.Courtesy of AT&T Archives and History Center Here is a piece of history that may surprise you — for a number of reasons. Firstly, most people think that the invention of mobile phones happened in the 1980s.…
Largest Homes in Missouri
Missouri Mansions Series Missouri isn’t usually the first place people think of when they imagine mega-mansions, but there are actually several reasons why large estates and “castle-style” homes are relatively common. And these aren’t just “larger than normal mansions.” The largest homes in Missouri spread across the state, from large cities to small towns, and…
This Day in Missouri Baseball History: Royals Up to Bat
April 8th, 1969: The Kansas City Royals played their first-ever game. This day marked a significant moment for Kansas City which had been without a major league baseball team for two years after the Athletics moved to Oakland in 1967. The departure of the Athletics left Kansas City longing for a team to root for,…
The Day Branson was Formed
April 1, 1912 – The City of Branson is Incorporated Branson has an amazing history that dates back further than most people realize. The town was a long-established village along the banks of the White River since the late 1800s. The town saw rapid growth thanks to tourist attractions like Marble Cave and Lake Taneycomo…
Kansas City “Day in History”
March 28, 1850: Kansas City is incorporated as a city. The largest city in the state of Missouri had humble beginnings but grew into a major metro area at the confluence of the Missouri and Kansas rivers. Its key location had avital impact on westward migration during America’s early years while also helping the city…
Route 66 History in Missouri
March 15, 1931: Celebrations in Missouri as the final section of Route 66 is paved. It was a big party in downtown Rolla as an estimated 8,000 people turned out to commemorate the completion of Route 66 across Missouri. The “Mother Road” dates back to 1922 as Route 14, but it was more of a…
Missouri History Timeline
Historical Events in Missouri History 1600-1800: Exploration and Colonization 1673: European explorers Father Jacques Marquette and Louis Jolliet first set foot in Missouri. 1719: Mining for lead and silver in the Mine La Motte area begins near current-day Fredericktown. 1724: Fort Orleans is constructed along the Missouri River near current-day Brunswick. 1735: French lead miners…
The Missouri State Seal and Flag
In my opinion, the Missouri State Seal and Flag need to be fixed. If you have ever heard one of my “Missouri Legends” speeches, then you know why. (Actually, I’m not really upset at all — but fake outrage does well online these days.) I simply don’t understand how this glaring issue has lasted this…
Brief History of Negro National Leagues
February 13, 1920: The Negro National League is formed in Kansas City. A meeting at the Paseo YMCA led by Rube Foster set the stage for a new baseball league that changed the face of the game forever. There were previous leagues for black athletes that never proved to be sustainable, but this new organization…
Nelly’s Big Moment
February 1, 2004 Nelly performs at Super Bowl XXXVIII halftime show. Cornell Hanes, Jr., aka Nelly, was on top of the world in the early 2000s after the success of his albums Country Grammar in 2000 and Nellyville in 2002. The University City native seemed to be everywhere wearing shirts that represented his hometown teams,…
Powell Hall History
January 24, 1968: Powell Hall converts from a movie theater to a Symphony Hall. The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra played its first-ever concert the night after the legendary theater was re-opened as a symphony hall. It was formerly known as St. Louis Theater, but was renamed as Powell Hall for local businessman Walter Powell when…
The Namesake for Raytown
January 18, 1808: William Ray is born. The name of William Ray may not be recognizable to most people, although the bustling town on the outskirts of Kansas City that was named in his honor sure is. Ray moved to Jackson County from Ohio to open a blacksmith shop along the Santa Fe Trail. He…
Sara Evans Hits #1
January 17, 2001: “Born to Fly” hits number one for Sara Evans. Sara Evans was on top of the charts and on top of the world back in 2001. The former Columbia residents and central Missouri native hit number one for the first time with the song, “Born to Fly,” which also earned Evans her…
Grant Wistrom Wins Lombardi Award
On December 11, 1997, Grant Wistrom wins the Lombardi Award as the nation’s top collegiate lineman. The Webb City native played college football at Nebraska from 1994 – 1997 where h won three national championships before being drafted 6th overall by the St. Louis Rams in 1998. He also won two state championships in high…
Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
December 11, 1933: The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art opened in Kansas City 2023 Marked the 90th anniversary of the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art which helped put the Kansas City arts scene on the international map when it opened. It is recognized for the iconic badminton shuttlecocks on the lawn and loved by people around the…
Mizzou v. Illinois: Braggin’ Rights
December 10, 1980: The first Braggin’ Rights basketball game. The first Braggin’ Rights game was held in St. Louis between the Mizzou Tigers and the University of Illinois Fighting Illini. Although the teams have a rivalry dating back to 1932, things escalated a notch when the annual match-up moved to a neutral site midway between…
History: Branson Appears on 60 Minutes
On December 8, 1991, 60 Minutes put Branson in the national spotlight. “If are wondering ‘why Branson? ‘no one knows why.“ -60 Minutes Branson got national attention after a profile about the city called “The Sound of Music.” The CBS News program profiled the small town in the Missouri Ozark Mountains and explained to Americans…
Current NHL Players from Missouri (2023-24)
Missouri hasn’t had a long history of producing professional hockey players until recently. And now, some of the best in the league are from the Show Me State. Part of the reason for the sudden boom in NHL caliber players comes down to the St. Louis Blues. They run camps for all ages and the…
The “Other” Great St. Louis Bank Robbery
Where is the stolen $847,000? This is a piece of Missouri history that still is not solved. On October 23rd, 1992, nearly $1,000,000 was stolen from a bank in St. Louis. Neither the money, nor the robbers, have been found yet. Even though it happened in a busy building in the middle of downtown St.…
The Mississippi River Monster
It was August 19, 1877 and reports of a “sea serpent” were echoing across the frontier town of St. Louis. This Mississippi River Monster was reportedly spotted in the Mississippi River by several people along the banks, so word spread fast. The story was apparently credible enough, or at least believable enough, that the St. Louis Globe Democrat even wrote a story about it later.
Brief History of Springfield
Springfield, Missouri, is a city located in the southwestern part of the state. It is the third-largest city in Missouri and serves as the county seat of Greene County. Here’s a brief overview of the history of Springfield. Early History: The area where Springfield is situated was initially inhabited by Native American tribes, including the…
This Day in Missouri History: Busch Stadium III Opens
On April 4th, 2006, Busch Stadium held its first game The first game in the new stadium in downtown St. Louis showcased the Cardinals’ minor league affiliates in an exhibition game. The Memphis Redbirds took on the Springfield Cardinals. Even though it was a pair of minor league teams, the game sold out in a…
Tallest Skyscrapers in Missouri
Missouri is home to several notable tall structures, including monuments and office buildings. Here are some of the tallest skyscrapers in Missouri: Skyscraper City Height (feet) One Kansas City Place Kansas City 624 One Metropolitan Square St. Louis 593 Town Pavilion Kansas City 591 AT&T Center (909 Chestnut) St. Louis 588 Eagleton Courthouse St. Louis …
Missourians in the NBA
Missouri high schools have produced an amazing number of professional athletes, especially in the last few years. There have always been a large number of baseball players from the Show Me State, but football and basketball are starting to emerge. Here are some of the NBA superstars that spent their formative years in the Show…
Who is a Missourian supposed to root for in NCAA Tournament?
The state of Missouri once again has zero basketball teams in this year’s March Madness, so you may be at a loss for who to root for. If you are a true Missouri basketball junkie, then there are several teams, or at least several players, you can cheer for over the next few weeks. Although…
Missourians in MLB 2019
More than a dozen players from Missouri are currently in Major League Baseball. Here are some of the baseball players from the Show Me State making it big in the Big Leagues of MLB.
Pensmore Mansion
The Castle In the Ozark Mountains Mystery in the Ozarks: Missouri’s Unfinished Goliath This is the story of the Pensmore Mansion, a modern-day fortress and a testament to ambitious (and highly complex) dreams. Key Facts & Controversy: A Near-Demolition Drama: The project’s owner, frustrated by the legal and construction challenges, at one point stated publicly…
Largest Colleges in Missouri
1 University of Missouri-Columbia 38,022 2 Saint Louis Community Colleges 34,766 3 Columbia College …
Mr. Show Me Basketball winners
The Mr. Show-Me Basketball award is presented annually by the Missouri Basketball Coaches Association. The award recognizes the top male high school basketball player in Missouri. The award’s name reflects Missouri’s nickname, the “Show-Me State.” Eligibility Criteria: After nominations are submitted, a committee selects ten finalists. A special committee of assistant college coaches in Missouri…