Unpredictable weather is a continual topic of discussion for those in the Ozarks, and tragic events like the Joplin tornado of 2011 are examples of the dangers of living in tornado alley. Dr. Brooks Blevins, professor of Ozarks history at Missouri State University, recently found a letter during his research that features a personal account of a Marshfield tornado in 1880. … [Read more...] about Letter shows Ozarks’ history of severe storms
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Dr. Stephen McIntyre, professor of history, published “Springfield’s Urban Histories: Essays on the Queen City of the Missouri Ozarks.” … [Read more...] about Professor publishes book on Springfield history
Unpredictable weather is a continual topic of discussion for those in the Ozarks, and tragic events like the Joplin tornado of 2011 are examples of the dangers of living in tornado alley. Dr. Brooks Blevins, professor of Ozarks history at Missouri State University, recently found a letter during his research that features a personal account of a Marshfield tornado in 1880. … [Read more...] about Letter shows Ozarks’ history of severe storms
Ask anyone who lives in the Ozarks and they'll tell you about the strange weather changes that happen. Tornadoes are a part of the area's history, and Dr. Brooks Blevins, professor of Ozarks History at Missouri State University, found a letter documenting one farmer's experience during the 1880 Marshfield cyclone. … [Read more...] about Historical letter documents 1880 tornado
Each year, the United States recognizes February as African American heritage month, but to learn more about the culture is important for anyone any day. Dr. Angela Hornsby-Gutting, associate professor of history at Missouri State University, discusses her research on this topic. … [Read more...] about Historian reveals past through documents, personal accounts