Which Missouri town claims to be the “Home of the Ice Cream Cone,” celebrating the invention of the cone at the 1904 World’s Fair?
(Hint: This city also hosted the fair where the invention debuted.)

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Jason Sears is the founder, editor and lead reporter of The Chariton Beacon, a news site created to provide much-needed local coverage for Chariton County, Missouri. Recognizing the lack of accessible, reliable news in the area, Jason launched the site with the goal of keeping his community informed about the events and issues that matter most. With a deep understanding of small-town life, he is dedicated to ensuring that Chariton County has a trustworthy and comprehensive source for local news, strengthening connections within the community.
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