Looking Back at a Legend

​​Missouri magazine, a precursor to Missouri Life, caught up with legendary baseball manager Whitey Herzog in 1995. Herzog, who died April 15, 2024, developed an audacious playing style called Whiteyball, which propelled the St. Louis Cardinals through three pennants and a World Series championship.


Kansas City Royals Play Their First Game: April 8, 1969

The Kansas City Royals played their first game in team history on this date.


Missouri History Today October 6, 1922: Monarchs Claim Victory In Baseball Series Against Blues

Missouri History Today October 6, 1922: Monarchs Claim Victory In Baseball Series Against Blues


Great Place for a Weekend Trip

Looking for a new road trip idea and some different scenery? Bring your family to Springdale, Arkansas for the weekend! With the most central location in Northwest Arkansas, and the most reasonable hotel prices too, we’re the perfect home base for a trip to NWA.