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Show Me The State: The Disappearance Of Paw Paw French

French settlers colonized southeast Missouri over 200 years ago. And with them came the French language and culture.

Show Me The State: Which State Saved The Wine Industry?

About 150 years ago in the vineyards of southern France, winemakers start to notice their vineyards aren’t looking healthy. They rack their brains but can’t figure out what is devouring the crops. Samples are taken, scientific investigations mounted and letters for help are sent out across the globe.

Show Me The State: Barbara Papish

In 1969, graduate student Barbara Papish hands out an underground newspaper on the University of Missouri Columbia campus. The Free Press Underground issue features a cartoon on the cover depicting police officers raping the Statue of Liberty and Lady Justice. The words “With Liberty and Justice For All” encircle the image.

Show Me The State: The Fulton Flash

Helen Stephens starts high school in Fulton in 1931. She’s a gangly, gravelly-voiced farm girl dressed in homemade clothes. Her classmates tease her with the unfortunate moniker “Popeye.” Helen takes it in stride with humor, attempting to own her identity - a feat for any teenager.

Show Me The State: Percy Green

When the St. Louis Arch was being built in 1964, no Black workers had been hired for the construction crew.