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    Grant Wistrom Wins Lombardi Award

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    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…

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    Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

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    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…

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    Mizzou v. Illinois: Braggin’ Rights

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    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…

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    History: Branson Appears on 60 Minutes

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    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…

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    Brief History of Missouri

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    Prelude to Statehood Missouri’s official history as a state began to take shape in the early 1800s, but the true history dates back further than history books. This diverse geographic area, with plains…

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    Most Expensive Colleges in Missouri

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    There are 67 colleges or universities in the state of Missouri. Many are 4-year public institutions, while a smaller number are 2-year programs or private colleges. Missouri boasts the first college west of…

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    Biggest High Schools in Missouri

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    The biggest high schools in the state of Missouri in 2023-2024 as ranked by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.  Many of the districts are in growing suburban areas near St.…

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    David Eckstein One-On-One

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    St. Louis Cardinals legend David Eckstein has one of the most amazing stories of any athlete you will ever meet. He performance in the 2006 World Series won him an MVP and made…

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    Hunter Gary House in Kansas City

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    One of the most historically significant mansions in Kansas City is now one of the most expensive homes ever to hit the market in Missouri. It is now listed for $9,350,000. “The Hunter…

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    St. Louis’ 1904 Olympic Marathon Debacle

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    The 2024 U.S. Olympic Trials are right around the corner. The eyes of the country will be on Orlando as the best marathon runners in America will be competing for a spot on…

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