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    Brief History of Independence

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    Independence, Missouri, holds a significant place in American history, particularly in relation to westward expansion, the Oregon Trail, and the Mormon migration. It stated as a small outpost on the western frontier and…

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    Best Public Golf Courses in Missouri

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    Missouri has nearly 400 golf courses across the state as of 2024. That includes approximately 200 public, 68 municipal courses, and nearly 100 private courses. The Show Me State has such a variety…

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    History of Ozark Air Lines

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    January 10th, 1945: History of jet service is made 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…

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    The Enchanting History of Country Club Plaza Christmas Lights

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    Back in 1925, a string of lights at Country Club Plaza in Kansas City was lit. That small event paved the way for a tradition that continues today. The Country Club Plaza Christmas…

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    The Mormon Extermination Order in Missouri: A Tragic History

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    The history of Mormons in Missouri The history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Missouri is more tragic than most people realize. The Mormon Church has a large presence…

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    This Day in Missouri Baseball History: Royals Up to Bat

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    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…

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    Pro Baseball Players from Missouri in 2024

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    Missouri knows baseball. In fact, many of the biggest moments in the history of Major League Baseball have connections to the Show Me State. From the I-70 Series to the 1944 All St.…

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    Missouri’s Historic Firsts

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    Landmark Moments By Missourians Missouri may not be one of the “first” states, but we certainly have our fair share of “Firsts.” Many things were done here first because we are located west…

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    The Namesake for Raytown

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    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…

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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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