National Antique Tractor Pull
Old tractors. Pulling weights. Pack up Grandma and Grandpa and anyone else who might remember some of these old tractors on the farm. Actually, youngsters enjoy this event, too,…
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Missouri Counties Formed
On January 2, 1833, new Missouri counties, including Carroll, Clinton, Greene, and Lewis, were formed on this date.
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Missourians Survive the Y2K Scare
On January 1, 2000, Missourians survived the Y2K (Year 2000) scare. Millions of anxious people around the state waited to see if electronics would shut down at the stroke of…
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Hot Air Balloon Adventure
On December 31, 1997, Steve Fossett took off in a hot air balloon from Busch Stadium on this day. The trip ended a few days later in Russia, establishing a new distance record.
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Lecture from Ralph Waldo Emerson
On December 30, 1858, Ralph Waldo Emerson was warmly welcomed on a cold night in St. Louis. He was giving a lecture on “The Anglo-Saxon.”
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First Missouri Battleship Launched
On December 29, 1901, the first Battleship Missouri was launched with a bottle of vintage Missouri wine.
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Stay Strong, Stay Healthy Group Exercise Wins
We’re intrigued with Missouri research on how strength training in a group improved strength, balance, flexibility, social support, and even sleep for older adults. Get thee to a…
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Death of Arthur Bryant
On December 28, 1982, Arthur Bryant dies at the age of 80, working at the restaurant he made famous until the end. Bryant wasn’t from Kansas City, but he certainly helped make…
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A. Ross Hill named President of the University of Missouri
On December 27, 1908, A. Ross Hill was named President of the University of Missouri on this date. He was responsible for much of the university’s growth, including building the…
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