Which Missouri city is known as the “Cave State Capital,” with over 6,000 documented caves in the region?
(Hint: This particular city is home to Fantastic Caverns, a ride-through cave.)
Last Week’s Answer:
Last week’s answer, “Which Missouri town is famous for being the boyhood home of Mark Twain?” is Hannibal, where Twain found inspiration for Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn.
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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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