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Bluegrass & blossoms

Bluegrass music will drift through the blooms at Close Memorial Park at Springfield on July 19 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the park’s annual Bluegrass and Blossoms event. The Missouri Mountain Gang with Larry Mayfield will play traditional and contemporary bluegrass, while Reel Greene will play traditional Irish and American music. In addition to music, attendees can enjoy the park’s eighteen gardens, which will be in full bloom, and en…... Read more >

Pairing the possibilities

6 Missouri wine trails blend wine, food, and fun By Barbara Gibbs Ostmann

One of the most popular ways to visit wine country is via a wine trail, and Missouri has several. The trails offer a user-friendly way to explore wine areas, with tips on top sights and attractions in each area. Most wine trails sponsor special themed events throughout the year.

Patty Held-Uthlaut of Stone Hill Winery at Hermann is the state’s wine trail div…... Read more >

Giddy Up!

Rodeo Fans Celebrate 20th Anniversary By Stefani Kronk Garth Brooks sang about it. Hollywood heartthrobs have acted out the drama and glory of it, and spectators are enthralled by its energy. The rodeo is more than an event which mimics the requisite roping and riding skills used by cowboys on the range. For many, it is a passionate past time and a way of life for many rodeo converts.  Dedicated fans and those curious about the zealou…... Read more >

Lead-Foot Race

By Stefani Kronk For motor sports enthusiasts, performance rallying is a far cry from the asphalt track. Forget the pristine raceway and the monotonous laps. Rallying is a motorized adventure in back-road racing.  Full throttle speeds combine with the hazards of winding country roads, creating a thrilling and unpredictable race where anything can happen.  Rally in the 100 Acre Wood at Salem is a nationally sanctioned race by Rally …... Read more >