February 12, 1804
Birthday of Robert Campbell who, with William Sublette, founded the Rocky Mountain Fur Company. He became one of the richest men in St. Louis. His…
February 11, 1941
The first recording of "Sweet Betsy from Pike," the famous ballad which tells of Betsy and her uncle, Ike, westward pioneers from Pike County…
February 9, 1951
Satchel Paige was signed to pitch for the St. Louis Browns at age 46. Between innings Paige lounged in a rocking chair near the dugout.
February 8, 2012
Edward Maher (a.k.a. Fast Eddie) saw his money run out and then he was captured in Ozark, Missouri. He had been living quietly on the $1.5 million…
Q&A: Breaking the Ice
Charolette Scott (and her truck) work to keep the roads cleared when winter weather takes a nasty turn.
February 7, 1867
Birthday of writer, Laura Ingalls Wilder. Wilder was born in Wisconsin but lived much of her life in Mansfield, MO.
