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Missourians in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Yes, there are a lot of Missourians in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. When the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame opened its doors in Cleveland in 1986, the first class…
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History of Ozark Air Lines
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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Brief History of Cape Girardeau
Cape Girardeau, Missouri, is a city with a rich history. It is the economic hub of southeast Missouri due to it’s location along major highways and the Mississippi River. It is also the…
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Explore the Missouri State Capitol: A Tour of History
The Magnificent State Capitol on the banks of the Missouri River There are some tours that you want to do by yourself and others that are done best with guidance. When it comes…
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The Enchanting 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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“US Fidelis Mansion” in Lake St. Louis
The US Fidelis Mansion is a 40,000 square foot European-inspired home outside of St. Louis. It sits on nearly 7 acres of lakefront property in Lake St. Louis. When you see it from…
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Osteopathic Medicine: A Historical Overview from Missouri
In 1874, Osteopathic Medicine was invented in the Show Me State Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine, referred to as DOs, are common across the world today. This is due to a relatively new medical…
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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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Brief History of the Missouri State Penitentiary
The Bloodiest 47 Acres in America Although the Missouri State Penitentiary was NOT a place you wanted to visit for the first 168 years of its existence, the “old state pen” now is…
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Essential Waterfront Restaurants in Missouri
From historic lakeside restaurants to new upscale establishments, Missouri is home to some of the best restaurants in the most beautiful locations. We scoured the state, talked with food writers, and checked rankings…
