17 years ago, the St. George School, located in Hermann Missouri hosted the first of many fund-raisers that would help them fulfill their accreditation requirements. That meant that goals needed to be in place for the upcoming years. One of the main goals that the school had was to maintain the current buildings. [Read more…]
Celebration of Life
For the folks of Hermann Missouri, coming together as a community is just a natural part of life. Tonight, a huge crowd of families from the surrounding area convened at Upper City Park in Hermann to raise money and awareness for the Celebration of Life Event. This was put on by the Hermann Area Crusade for Cancer. Their mission as a local fundraising group is dedicated to helping those in the community fighting cancer. [Read more…]
Elementary Students Capture Beautiful Hermann
“What do you think is beautiful?”
This is the question that the teachers asked their Summer School students recently. I was invited to view the results of that question in a magnificent display at the Elementary School Gymnasium. [Read more…]
Flooding in Hermann Missouri Returns
On Sunday, June 2nd, the Missouri River was considerably over flood stage. Many of the residents were subject to these waters in their basements and some in their front lawns. This is the worst flooding Hermann Missouri has seen since the flood of 1993. [Read more…]
Fourth of July is Almost Here
Hermann Missouri is proud to be a home to many Fourth of July activities. The men and women of the Armed Services are honored during these processions around Hermann and everyone, including locals, visitors and even veterans, are welcome to join in the festivities and celebrate our great nation during this time of remembering our Independence. [Read more…]
Hermann Saves French Wine
Did you know that Missouri, saved the French wine industry from ruin in the 1870’s?
It was called the Great French Wine Blight. French vineyards were dying and people feared that the entire European wine industry would be wiped out. A parasite had come from America and found the French roots to be particularly tasty. [Read more…]
History Brought to Life at Civil War Days
Horses and cavalry. Apple butter and honey. This coupled with old-time farm buildings and machinery played a major part in the success of the Civil War Days event in Hermann Missouri. This was the third year the event has been put on by the Dierberg Educational Foundation. [Read more…]
Papa Murphy’s Appears in Hermann
Dave and Heather Hinson are the owners of the Papa Murphy’s Take and Bake Pizza in Washington, Missouri. Establishing their business at the end of January in 2012, they have seen much growth due to the popularity of their products and the relationship they have with their customers; not only in Washington but in surrounding areas as well. [Read more…]
Simple Flower Shop, Big Opportunity
The opportunity of lifetime just came knocking on our door. This week, Stone Hill Winery, in Hermann Missouri, will host a photo shoot for Michelle Bridal Collection,praised internationally for designing stunning plus size bridal gowns. And my floral arrangements have been requested! [Read more…]
Small Town Big Dreams
Living in Hermann Missouri is coming full circle for me. My husband and I moved our family here 32 years ago and we’ve lived in the same house in the middle of town for 26 years. I know I am “home” when I come over the hill and see the beautiful bridge and majestic Gasconade County Courthouse on the hill. I can still remember the excitement of Hermann and this area as a little girl. [Read more…]
