Caving in Columbia

Rock Bridge Memorial State Park offers trails, caves, and more than two thousand acres in mid-Missouri.


Portrait of Andrew Taylor Still

August 6, 1828

Andrew Taylor Still was born. He invented Osteopathic medicine and started A.T. Still University in Kirksville.


Aerial view of the Muny with an empty lot and seats

August 5, 1919

On this day the people who had been presenting outdoor musicals and operas in St. Louis voted to make the productions permanent and the St. Louis…


A Bevy of Surprising Burgers

Nine mouthwatering finds that veer from the norm.


Helen Stephens with Jesse Owens

August 4, 1936

On this day Helen Stephens, "The Fulton Flash" dominated the competition and got the gold at the 1936 Olympics in Berlin.


Man and woman sit in old convertible car from the early 1900's

August 3, 1901

Automobile owners were protesting against the eight mile per hour speed limit. They claimed that autos could be safe up to 15 miles per hour. 


The Power of Music

Music therapy offers a creative form of healing.


Missouri Life Magazine features local events, artists, shopping, food and travel destinations in Missouri.

August 2, 1932

Birthday of Lamar Hunt who founded the K.C. Chiefs, the A.F.L., Worlds of Fun, Oceans of Fun and much much more.