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This article from Missouri Life magazine offers a range of day trip options for library patrons looking to explore neighboring states from Missouri. The trips include visits to natural spots, Dutch heritage sites, geode hunting locations, historical figures' landmarks, haunted locations, and outdoor activities. The article emphasizes the unique attractions and exploration opportunities each trip offers, while also encouraging readers to appreciate the hospitality of neighboring states and highlighting the beauty and attractions of Missouri. The document provides travel itineraries for locations in Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, and Nebraska, showcasing historical sites, museums, natural landmarks, and local restaurants. Its aim is to offer readers a variety of options for exploring the region and to encourage them to visit these diverse destinations. [Extracted from the article]

The farm stand operates by the honor system; customers pay with cash, check, or Venmo. The business offers online sales for some products; customers can opt for local delivery or farm stand pickup. The oldest, Audrey, says her favorite aspect is creating marketing content for the business and working with customers. Rudy Lane flowers are available via the farm stand, and the business also offers a monthly bouquet subscription program. [Extracted from the article]

TWAMuseum.org NATIONAL COOKIE CUTTER HISTORICAL MUSEUM Joplin Not all museums are alike, but this one-of-a-kind museum is totally "cookie cutter." FEATURES Missouri's museums capture the essence of our state, whether it's through our art, our history, or our collections of pig figurines. WherePigsFlyFarm.com HEATON-BOWMANSMITH FUNERAL HOME MUSEUM St. Joseph St. Joseph may be known as the town "Where the Pony Express started and Jesse James ended", but a somewhat obscure funeral home museum in the city where he met his demise helps keep the memory of the famous bank robber alive. Visitors of all ages can explore interactive and temporary toy exhibits alongside museum favorites such as the nine-foot-tall Coleman Dollhouse and the 1:12 scale Art Deco jewelry store. [Extracted from the article]

There are changing displays, exhibits, and presentations throughout the year. From the very first issue of Stars and Stripes printed by Union troops in November 1861, through various wars, to the modern era, the museum offers visitors the unique perspective of viewing American military history through exhibits, publicly accessible archives, special programs, and educational outreach. FEATURES Here at Missouri Life, we've known for 50 years that there are stories worth telling in every corner of the state. Permanent and rotating exhibits are on display in the historic Anheuser-Busch building on the northwest corner of the town square. Known for an annual spring vintage farm equipment show and tractor parade in Savannah, the Andrew County Museum event includes a pedal tractor pull and toy tractor exhibit. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the opening of The Story Collective, an independent bookstore in St. Joseph, Missouri. The owner, Ashley Dawson, has always dreamed of owning a bookstore and has a passion for books and storytelling. The store offers a wide range of books, with a focus on memoirs and biographies. The location of the store in a historic building adds to its charm, and the store aims to make a difference in the community by spearheading projects such as providing books to local elementary school students. [Extracted from the article]

DEPARTMENTS THE CONVERSATION Q & A Many of the specialized art pieces that Zack Workman produces inside the workshop in his restored, 100-year-old, Sears and Roebuck kit dairy barn at St. Joseph - The Barn at Greystone - pay homage to an earlier generation. Scan here to see Zack's art for the veterans' home and more before-and-after barn photos. A farm boy at heart, Zack incorporated several features from the Workman homestead into the barn's remodel. [Extracted from the article]

Beginning when it was founded in 1915, the Jefferson Highway Association (JHA) put out a monthly magazine called The Jefferson Highway Declaration chronicling the highway's origin and promoting its development and expansion. DREAM, EXPLORE, AND DISCOVER From my backyard in Cameron, I can watch cars driving up and down a stretch of highway. Today's US Highway 69 roughly follows the path of the Jefferson Highway… "This was a massive project for every town along the way. [Extracted from the article]

Christel and Jason directed a large fan toward the skirt in the balloon's fabric to begin inflation. Jason's balloon was one of the only two taking off for the evening's test flight, which started just before sunset when he sent up a test balloon called a piball - short for "pilot ball" - full of helium. DEPARTMENTS & COLUMNS I might have been nervous if I had known I would lift off with Heaven Sent's pilot-in-command Jason Jones for Cameron's first-ever Hot Air Affair event. [Extracted from the article]