August 7, 1897
The Fats and the Leans squared off for a baseball game in Hermann 125 years. Which team prevailed?
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August 6, 1929
The Lake of the Ozarks owes its existence to the Osage River and the construction of Bagnell Dam, which began on this date in 1929.
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Big BAM on the Katy Trail: As easy as riding a bike
A bike ride along the Katy Trail takes you through the heart of Missouri, which is the heart of America. Anyone can do it!
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Cinema St. Louis presents: 14th Annual French Film Festival
The 14th Annual Robert Classic French Film Festival takes place from August 5-7, 12-14, and 19-21 at Webster University in Webster Groves.
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August 5, 1805
Missouri History Today is a regular feature of missourilife.com that chronicles the Show-Me State's history day by day. What dates, events, or accomplishments are we missing from…
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Missouri Life Notebook: What’s Happening?
Missouri Life Notebook is a digest of news and events that readers can check when they're ready for their next road trip, evening out, or joining a new group.
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‘Samarpan’ celebrates 75 years of Indian independence
Historical events showcased in the dance drama Samarpan will be depicted in five languages by more than 120 artists from India, the United States, and Canada. The world premiere…
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August 3, 1931
William Lear, the Hannibal, Mo. native most associated with the Lear Jet, is credited with getting the patent for the first car radio in 1931.
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August 2, 1937
On this date in Missouri history in 1937, the final trolley car parade took Springfield residents across the city one last time before the trolleys were retired.
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July 31, 1981
Forty-one years ago today, the last Corvette rolled off the production line in St. Louis.
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