The Story Collective

The Story Collective, St. Joseph's only independent bookstore, offers something for everyone. For owner and operator Ashley Dawson, who has always viewed books as a door to engage with other people, the shop is a dream come true.


All About Apples

Whether you favor the sweet Red Delicious or the tart Granny Smith, there's a lot to love about apples. And once September rolls around, Missouri has no shortage of fun—and tasty—apple-based activities in which to partake.


Olympic Games Begin In St. Louis: August 29, 1904

Missouri History Today August 29, 1904: Olympic Games Begin In St. Louis


Food for Deserts 

According to Feeding America, there are 924,180 people facing hunger in Missouri. Of these, 254,720 are children. Getting healthful food to the most vulnerable populations is a logistical challenge, but this Kansas City entrepreneur has found a way.


Vote Fractures St. Louis City And County: August 22, 1876

Missouri History Today August 22, 1876: Vote Fractures St. Louis City And County


Campy Motel Closes Doors For Final Time: August 20, 1993

Missouri History Today August 20, 1993: Campy Motel Closes Doors For Final Time


Fighting in Lone Jack Ends With Dozens Of Casualties: August 16, 1862

Missouri History Today August 16, 1862: Lone Jack Fighting Ends With Dozens Of Casualties


Venomous Snakes Terrorize Springfield: August 15, 1953

Missouri History Today August 15, 1953: Venomous Snakes Terrorize Springfield


Truman Ratifies United Nations Charter: August 8, 1945:

Missouri History Today August 8, 1945: Truman Ratifies United Nations Charter


Important Missouri William Jewell Dies: August 7, 1852

Missouri History Today August 7, 1852 William Jewell Dies.