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The Unusual Vending Machine

Vending machines have been around for decades, so doing a show about such a machine seems to be nothing extraordinary.  But a trip to this…

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Hermann Wurst House

Normally having the worst house in town would not be a good thing.  But when you spell “Worst” w-u-r-s-t, well now you have a place…

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From Mushrooms to Grapes

John’s father was asked to take a risk free chance on what could be the dream of a lifetime.  That small farmer took the opportunity…

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The Twelve Apostles Mystery in Hermann, Missouri

It was beautiful artwork that was part of the underground cellars here at Stone Hill winery in Herman, Missouri.  But today there is a mystery. …

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The Missourians Who Saved French Vineyards

We know that France is known for its vineyards but many of us don’t know that in the mid 1800s an unknown culprit put the…

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What Hermann, Missouri is Known For

Mention the town of Hermann, Missouri and anyone who has heard of it will immediately know it’s known for this product.  It’s a crop that…

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Raptors in Peril

The Dickerson Park Zoo in Springfield, MO is a great place to come and learn about a variety of animals.  One of the very important…

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The Bald Eagle Comeback

When I was a kid it was a big deal to see a bald eagle in the wild.  In fact, I don’t think I ever…

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Jailhouse Rock

Elvis once sang about the jailhouse rock.  In fact, many of us know that tune decades after it was first recorded.  Who knew it would…

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God’s Call to Visit the Jail

Randy Hayward says he’s always tried to follow what God wanted him to do with his life.  But what happened about three decades ago is…

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