Current NBA Players From Missouri High Schools
Missouri has produced several talented NBA players over the past few decades. Current players like Jayson Tatum and Bradley Beal are some of the best in the league, while coaches like Tyron Lue are leading their teams to championship seasons. In fact, one of the most legendary names in the history of basketball, “Phog” Allen,…
Why Missouri is the “Cave State”
There are over 7,500 caves within Missouri, according to the Department of Natural Resources, giving us the moniker of “the Cave State.” This number makes Missouri one of the most cave-rich states in the United States. An estimated 6,000 of these have been explored, although many of these are on private property or too small…
Red’s Giant Hamburg
Another Missouri First; The Drive-Thru Restaurant! There are some restaurants in Missouri where you “must” go if you want to consider yourself a well-rounded Missourian (and I mean well-rounded in a couple of ways!) Names like Lambert’s Café, Ted Drewes, Shakespeare’s Pizza, Top of the Rock, Arthur Bryant’s BBQ, and Charlie Gitto’s on the Hill…
Current NFL Players from Missouri (2023-24)
The Show Me State has a long history of producing great NFL talent. Names like Trent Green, Grant Wistrom, Jeremy Maclin, Tony Galbreath, and Andy Russell all grew up right here in Missouri. They have passed along the game to the next generation and Missouri is represented well. Here are the current NFL players from…
Most Haunted Places in Missouri
Some people believe in ghosts, others are skeptical. So finding the most haunted places in Missouri can be a difficult task, because believers of the paranormal believe they know where the most haunted places are while others will say there are NO haunted locations. So the best way to go about ranking haunted sites is…
Supermodels from Missouri
When it comes to fashion, most people don’t immediately think about the Show Me State. But when you look at Missouri’s history, you soon realize we have an high number of fashion icons from here. Here’s how I came to this realization. I was researching a recent story about the old garment district in downtown…
Missouri’s Best High Schools for Sports
Here are Missouri’s Best High Schools for Sports in 2023-24, based on data from Niche. The rankings include a number of factors, including: School City Classification 1. CBC – Christian Brothers College High School Town and Country Private-Boys 1. CBC – Christian Brothers College High School Frontenac Private-Girls 3. Rockhurst High School Kansas City Private-Boys…
Missouri Towns Under the Lakes
Missouri’s lakes are some of the most beautiful in the world. But beneath the calm waters are dozens of Missouri towns under the lakes.
Gasconade Bridge Train Disaster
The Trip A tragic incident took place on the railway line in Gasconade, Missouri, on November 1, 1855, as a trip of celebration turned into a disastrous crash. It’s known as the “Gasconade Bridge Train Disaster.” The rail line had finally been established between St. Louis and Jefferson City and a group of 600 riders…
Best High Schools In Missouri
A news ranking by U.S. News and World Report shows the best high schools in Missouri in 2023. They actually rank the entire country, but these are the ranking broken down by the Show Me State. Schools were evaluated and ranked based on a variety of criteria, including standardized test scores, parent and student surveys,…
Missouri’s Healing Springs:
Most people may not realize this, but Missouri has been on the forefront of “alternative” health for more than 100 years. Osteopathic Medicine was developed in Kirksville but Dr. Andrew Taylor Still as a way to treat illness within the context of the whole body. A man from Mill Spring named Bernarr MacFadden practically invented…
Missouri Colleges and Universities with Highest ACT Scores
Here is the list of Missouri Colleges and Universities with the Highest ACT Scores according to Prep Scholar in 2023. Washington University — 34 Missouri S&T — 28 Saint Louis University — 28 Truman State University – 27 Drury University – 26 Stephens College – 26 University of Missouri – Columbia — 26 Rockhurst University…
Strange Names of Towns in Missouri
We certainly have some strange names of towns in Missouri! You can always tell when someone new moves to the Show Me State because they pronounce everything wrong. Take for example: But in addition to those names, there sure are some strange names of towns in Missouri, as well! Here are a few of the…
Best Hometowns in Missouri
What are the Best Hometowns in Missouri? Here are the three towns that made the national list in 2023.
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.
Oldest Counties in Missouri
Top 10 Oldest Counties in Missouri Top 10 Oldest Counties in Missouri(Note: The Top 5 were the Original 5 Counties in Missouri) County Date New Madrid County 1812 Cape Girardeau County 1812 Saint Charles County 1812 Saint Louis County 1812 Ste. Genevieve County 1812 Washington County 1813 Howard County 1816 Franklin County 1818 Wayne County…
Airports in Missouri
We are all familiar with the big airports in Missouri, but here is the list of all the airports across the Show Me State.
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…
Largest Colleges and Universities in Missouri
The largest colleges and universities in Missouri based on overall enrollment.
Tallest Skyscrapers in Missouri
A list of the tallest skyscrapers in the state of Missouri Note: The Gateway Arch in St. Louis is 630 ft tall
Top 10 Biggest Counties in Missouri (by size)
A list of the biggest counties (by size) in the state of Missouri.
Top 10 Counties for Median Income in Missouri
The top counties in Missouri for median income are clustered around our major metro areas.
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…
Top 10 Least Populated Counties in Missouri
A list of the least populated Missouri counties. Many of these are in northern Missouri, where population has been dwindling.
Oldest Counties in Missouri
The oldest counties in Missouri are generally those that were established when Missouri was still part of the Louisiana Territory before it became a state. In fact, all 13 counties listed below are all older than the state of Missouri itself. Here are the oldest counties in Missouri and their respective years of establishment. (Note: …
10 Most Populated Counties in Missouri
Here are the 10 Most Populated Counties in Missouri from the 2020 Census.
Biggest Lakes in Missouri
The Biggest Lakes in Missouri (by acreage) Missouri is home to numerous lakes, both natural and artificial. In fact, there are over 6,000 bodies of water across the state. These range from small ponds to larger reservoirs, including 568 that are classified as lakes. Many of the larger ones are an important part of the…
Largest Colleges in Missouri
1 University of Missouri-Columbia 38,022 2 Saint Louis Community Colleges 34,766 3 Columbia College …
Tallest Skyscrapers in Missouri
Missouri love affair with skyscrapers began with the construction of the Wainwright Building in downtown St. Louis. The 10-story skyscraper was completed in 1891 and towered over the surrounding buildings. It was one of the first true skyscrapers, built during a time when St. Louis was one of the largest cities in America and growing…
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…