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The Biggest Cities in Missouri 125 Years Ago
In 1900, Missouri was the 5th Most Populous State In 1900, Missouri was a powerhouse of the American Midwest. This era marked the height of the “Gilded Age” influence on the state, with…
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Best Places to Live in Missouri
The Top Towns To Call Home in the Show Me State NOTE: After getting hundreds of messages about this story, I think it’s important to point out that I have lived in over…
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The Mormon Extermination Order in Missouri: A Tragic History
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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Things That Happened First in Missouri
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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Former Pro Teams from Missouri
Missouri has had some of the most successful professional teams of all time. But the Show Me State has also lost numerous teams over the years.
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Kansas City Chiefs History
The Chiefs weren’t always in Missouri, but their legacy certainly is The Kansas City Chiefs are one of the National Football League’s most storied franchises. Their roots predate the NFL–AFL merger and a…
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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…
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Missouri’s Famous Inventions
Thousands of patents have come from Missourians, but these are some of the most famous It’s amazing how many things have been invented in Missouri. We are a relatively small state in the…
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Top 10 Biggest Cities in Missouri
Biggest Cities in Missouri by population (2024 census estimate vs 2000 census): Here are the top 10 Biggest Cities in Missouri from the most recent census numbers in 2024. As you can see,…
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Missouri License Plate history
Missouri has a long and storied history with motor vehicles. From Route 66 cutting through the Show Me State to the old Corvette plant in north St. Louis to the massive auto plants…
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The 100 Year History of Country Club Plaza Christmas Lights
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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Brief History of Independence
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
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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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…
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Pro Baseball Players from Missouri in 2024
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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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…
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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…
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Hunter Gary House in Kansas City
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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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Biggest Cities in Missouri
The list of biggest cities in Missouri in 2021.
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Brief History of the Lake of the Ozarks
The history of Missouri's Lake of the Ozarks.
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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
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Top 10 Counties for Median Income in Missouri
The top counties in Missouri for median income are clustered around our major metro areas.
