Our Best Photos From 10 Years Ago

Ten years ago for the October 2013 issue, Missouri Life had a panel of photographers look through thousands of pictures from our archives. Take a journey through our past and through the state as we remember and showcase ten of the forty best images that have ever graced our pages.


Ron Marr is Too Poor To Pay Attention

Missouri Life columnist Ron Marr fills us in on what made him happy back in 2007. As you can imagine one of those things are his dogs which is still the case today. As his birthday approaches, find out what else Ron was waxing philosophical about 16 years ago.


Explore Missouri Life’s inaugural year, 1973.

Ten years ago, Missouri Life took a look back to what was happening in 1973 across our state, in the nation, and around the world. Take a trip back in time and remember when these things were happening as Missouri Life wrote about them in 2013.


Improv Theatre Has Many Benefits

Most of us think of improv as being comedy. It really is so much more. Ed Reggi shares his love of this form of theatre in “The Converstion” where we ask questions and Ed enlightens us on the benefits of improv for people of all ages.


Meet the Doctor Who is also a Donkey Rescuer

When Dr. Beth Hakala isn’t busy tending to patients in the ER, she is at her Peaceful Pastures farm, caring for the 300 donkeys, mules, and horses she has rescued. Find out what sparked Beth’s passion for donkeys and learn how you can help.


Lorry and Her Family in a Falling Elevator!

Lorry Myers’ column has graced the pages of Missouri Life for many years. We read about her ups and downs. This column shows us how her love of family and her fear of elevators come together for a wild ride and a fortunate emergency brake.


Ron’s Three Dog Night!

Ten years ago, our columnist Ron Marr wrote about adding a third dog to his pack. Meet Max and find out how the gang is doing. Ron’s secret “scent bonding” makes Max’s introduction go as smooth as silk. Their days are filled with thrown balls and naps.


THE OZARKS: THE LAST BASTION OF CIVILIZATION

Ron Marr has been a columnist in Missouri Life for a really long time. His wit, insights, and commentary are sure to keep us grounded and laughing out loud. And we always want to find out what his dogs are up to. Here is a look back at what Ron had to say in 2013.


Lorry and Her Mom Face Reality and Don’t Like It One Bit.

Missouri Life’s longtime columnist, Lorry Myers, is facing the heartbreaking reality that her mother, Bette, is not coming home (not yet). Her columns range from gut-busting funny to heart wrenching. One thing they are for sure, is real.


Sunny Sunflowers!

Late July is the prime time to go see beautiful, sunny, sunflowers. They are glorious to look at and they make bees, other pollinators, and deer happy. Take a day trip to see thousands of these bright, colorful flowers and hear the buzzing of the bees.