FEATURES
by DIANA LAMBDIN MEYER
Beyond the reach of city lights that contaminate the night sky, Thousand Hills State Park near Kirksville boasts being the first state park in Missouri to be certfied by DarkSky International, making it prime destination for stargazers.
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by GARY ELLISON
As the name for a new transcontinental highway was being decided in Springfield’s downtown district 100 years ago, the final touches were being added to a magnificent theater across the street.
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by LISA WATERMAN GRAY
Missouri has no shortage of shops or attractions that offer Native American crafts or honor the heritage of the 20,000 indigenous people who lived here when statehood was granted in 1821.
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by JIM WINNERMAN
An innovative art project sponsored by St. Louis art foundation has transformed the walls of several walkable city blocks and alleys into a open-air gallery of colorful murals.
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DEPARTMENTS
TASTE OF MISSOURI
TIN KITCHEN SOUTHERN SMOKEHOUSE
WESTON
Loyalty runs deep for Tin Kitchen Southern Smokehouse, and it’s no surprise with the caliber of food served. It isn’t all about barbecue, but it could be. The ‘cue rivals Kansas City’s offerings. Growing up, owner Sean O’Malley enjoyed many meals at Arthur Bryant’s, which became the inspiration for Tin Kitchen’s original menu.
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WESTON
Loyalty runs deep for Tin Kitchen Southern Smokehouse, and it’s no surprise with the caliber of food served. It isn’t all about barbecue, but it could be. The ‘cue rivals Kansas City’s offerings. Growing up, owner Sean O’Malley enjoyed many meals at Arthur Bryant’s, which became the inspiration for Tin Kitchen’s original menu.
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REMEMBER WHEN
SIKESTON RODEO MUSEUM
Sikeston
Saddle up and gallop on over to the Sikeston Rodeo Museum. Even if you’ve never ridden a horse or been to a rodeo, chances are you will enjoy this hometown gem that celebrates the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo.
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Sikeston
Saddle up and gallop on over to the Sikeston Rodeo Museum. Even if you’ve never ridden a horse or been to a rodeo, chances are you will enjoy this hometown gem that celebrates the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo.
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PLACES TO STAY
OPHELIA'S
Independence
Harry Truman would have been proud of Independence and those who have kept his city vibrant and viable. Buying up dilapidated buildings and restoring them has been a passion for locals Ken and Cindy McClain. Committed to Independence Square’s revitalization, their efforts have helped retain its turn-of-the-century vibe.
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Independence
Harry Truman would have been proud of Independence and those who have kept his city vibrant and viable. Buying up dilapidated buildings and restoring them has been a passion for locals Ken and Cindy McClain. Committed to Independence Square’s revitalization, their efforts have helped retain its turn-of-the-century vibe.
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OFF THE BEATEN PATH
by JOHN ROBINSON
My first ride across the infamous Chain of Rocks Bridge was in the back seat of a ’51 Chevrolet. My four-year-old eyes widened as a red flashing light filled our windshield where the bridge took a 22-degree bend to reach the Illinois side of the Mississippi River. Yikes! Opened in 1926 to bypass downtown St. Louis, it retired decades ago to the highest rank among bridges: destination.
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FROM THE ARCHIVES
by JOHN DRAKE ROBINSON
Things are not always as they seem. Trace the outlines of Iron and Reynolds counties on a map and try to decide which one looks more like a B-2 bomber. Then drive through the two-county area and descend into asense of rural peace and simplicity. Rural peace and simplicity, as it turns out, is the literal translation of the greek word “Arcadia.” And Arcadia is the valley at the epicenter of this best-kept Missouri vacation secret.
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