Which Missouri town is officially recognized as the birthplace of Walt Disney?
(Hint: He spent part of his boyhood there, and the town has a museum in his honor.)
Last Week’s Answer:
Last week’s answer, “Which Missouri town claims to be the ‘Home of the Ice Cream Cone’?” is St. Louis, where the ice cream cone was first popularized at the 1904 World’s Fair.

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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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