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A Macon, Missouri restaurant is gaining attention as the state’s top hidden gem, known for steaks, seafood, and a New York-inspired dining experience.

The actor scored a string of major county hits.

A new list reveals the top baby names for boys and girls in Missouri so far in 2026, plus 14 new trending ones that are kind of strange.

Ella Langley required several corrective surgeries as a kid but until now she's not talked about it.

Ella peeled back a few more layers of her upcoming project.

It was a small role, but memorable.

The new 10 best camping sites in Missouri for 2026 includes some surprises.

Even Ella Langley's mama will learn something new on this list of facts about the "Choosin' Texas" singer.

Wilson knows she wants to be a mom...just not quite yet.

New data on crime, poverty and unemployment reveal the 10 worst Missouri cities to live in right now.

'Marshals' star Luke Grimes did what country boys do when dealing with tragedy and sorrow: he wrote a song about it.

Langley took the call and answered the question.

In a jaw-dropping moment, a beloved WWEs personality takes a dark turn. Buckle up!

Justin Moore's recent ski trip took a turn for the worse when a knee injury threatened his busy tour.

The FBI in Illinois shares 5 warning signs that your child may be a target of violent 764 networks.

Country music and beer are certainly no strangers to one another.

There are dozens of confirmed reports of hummingbirds arriving in Missouri already.

From casual eats to upscale dining, Quincy’s best restaurants offer local favorites and must-try food options perfect for hosting guests.

Country music and drinking have always had an uncomfortably close relationship.

Picture this: a casual evening, a glass of wine, and a name that would soon carry a powerful meaning for a new life.

The bus is ready to hit the road again, but the driver is still fighting to recover from his stroke.

Fans are buzzing with anticipation as whispers of new music from Morgan Wallen fill the air. What's coming next? A double album, perhaps?

The ACM Awards are coming! Here's what you need to know.

We're just weeks away from learning who the next American Idol is.

They might've bitten off more than they can chew with this huge plot of flowers.

The beloved singer is recovering after a fall.

Tanner Usrey says he's focused on learning from his arrest on serious drug charges last month. He also addressed one of the charges brought against him, which was in a Penalty Group specifically referring to fentanyl or fentanyl-derived substances.

We found a dozen very retro Illinois license plates, some of which go back more than a century.

"I really do think we caught lightning in a bottle here."

Nothing beats a summer night with a movie outdoors—bring your blankets and let the fun begin!

A geologist says researchers found evidence of major New Madrid earthquakes prior to the historic 1811 and 1812 events.

More than a half dozen storm chasers are pointing at an upcoming dangerous weather pattern that Missouri is right in the middle of.