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Missouri’s Wine Growing Regions
In Missouri, there are five recognized American Viticultural Areas (AVA). In fact, Missouri is home to the country’s first AVA, according to the Missouri Wine website. These are regions established by the Alcohol…
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History of Missouri Wines
Missouri wines are getting more famous. But this overnight success story dates back to the 1830s. This is part 1 of a 3 part story on Missouri’s Wine Country. Click for Part 2…
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How Missouri Saved the Wine Industry
California and France have Missouri to Thank For Their Wine Industries Missouri’s wine industry has an amazing history and is still thriving today. The area in mid-Missouri known as Wine Country attracts tourists…
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Why St. Charles Became the Temporary Capital of Missouri
The “battle” between the two areas was alive and well in the 1800s, too. St. Louis leaders were seen as arrogant. They assumed that St. Louis would be the capital of Missouri because…
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The Largest Landowner in America in 1900
Missourian John Sliker Bilby was the Land King John Sliker Bilby, the Land Baron John Sliker Bilby was the real-life version of the John Dutton from the show Yellowstone – only bigger. Bilby…
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Brief History of St. Louis
St. Louis, Missouri, has a rich and diverse history that spans centuries. Here’s a brief overview of the history of St. Louis. Early History The area where St. Louis is located was inhabited…
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Brief History of University of Missouri-Columbia
The Flagship Campus of the University of Missouri System The University of Missouri, located in Columbia, commonly known as Mizzou, is the flagship campus of the University of Missouri System. Here’s a brief…
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The Missouri Governor Who Committed Suicide
In 1844, a mental health breakdown killed the young Missouri Governor 47-year-old Missouri Governor Thomas Reynolds had a distinguished career in law and politics, but struggles with mental health took their toll as…
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Best Towns in Missouri For Christmas
Places in Missouri to get you in the Holiday Spirit Many of us yearn for a place that takes us back in time to a magical moment from our past. During the holiday,…
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A Little Bit of Kirkwood History
Kirkwood was the First Planned Suburban Community West of the Mississippi River Kirkwood is one of the most idyllic towns in the entire state of Missouri. It is like something out of a…
