Missouri, in the heart of American Midwest, has long been favored by adventurous travelers for its scenic rivers, rolling hills, and the raw beauty of the Ozark Mountains. In 2024, more than 19 ...

There's a nonsensical incantation in Vance Randolph's 1947 book "Ozark Magic and Folklore." An old woman near Conway told Randolph the "charm" was guaranteed to drive off witches. She learned it from ...