This May, the city of Waynesville, Missouri, holds the distinguished honor of hosting The Wall That Heals, a traveling three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. From May 16th to 19th, 2024, residents and visitors will have the unique opportunity to engage with a poignant piece of our nation’s history, right in their backyard. This event marks the only Missouri location for The Wall That Heals in 2024, offering a rare and introspective experience into the legacy of the Vietnam War. photo credit: https://www.vvmf.org/The-Wall-That-Heals/ The Wall That Heals extends beyond a mere visit; it's an immersive experience fostering healing, education, and remembrance. It invites visitors to reflect on the sacrifices of the more than 58,000 names etched into its surface, honoring those who gave everything in service to their country. This exhibit, including a mobile Education Center, brings the legacy of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial to communities acros...

Fort Wood Hotels by Ehrhardt Properties began as a father and son joint venture that was built by Spike and Steve Ehrhardt upon a foundation of hard work, positive values, and dedication to treating employees fairly. They started Ehrhart Properties in the Fort Leonard Wood area in 1998, during a period of growth as the Military Police and Chemical schools started moving there from Fort McClellan, Alabama. They understood the need for high-quality affordable lodging in the Fort Leonard Wood area , and also the importance of a team culture of integrity and service. It really has become a signature trait reflecting what Fort Wood Hotels stands for today. Now there are five unique hotels in the Fort Leonard Wood area by Ehrhardt Properties to choose from, each with their own amenities and individual feel. All of them are staffed with a tremendous team of people who care about our guests and work hard to make sure each and every stay is an exceptional experience. Keep reading to see what m...

We know that the Fort Leonard Wood area can seem pretty remote to some, but it is actually a very happening place when you get to know more about it. That is why the podcast Fort Not Lost in the Woods was inspired. It is hosted by Tracy O’Quinn and is focused on sharing with listeners the history of the area, all the great things that it has to offer, and the fun and adventurous experiences that you and your family have to choose from when visiting the Fort Leonard Wood area. We think you will enjoy the entertaining way that the information is presented, and we know you will be intrigued by all there is in the area to enjoy that you may not even know about. So, if you’d like to learn more about what Fort Not Lost in the Woods Podcast is about, this blog will share some of the topics covered in a few of their recent podcasts. These excerpts are taken directly from https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fort-not-lost-in-the-woods-podcast/id1584497203. No Storefront? No Problem...One Woman...

If you are an Elvis Presley fan, Fort Wood Hotels wants to tell you about an event that you will not want to miss. Imagine the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll coming to St. Robert, MO! Well, Mathew Boyce is the next best thing and the closest thing to Elvis you are going to find when it comes to his tribute show, Elvis – Story of a King. Normally, Matthew performs this show at the Americana Theatre in Branson, MO but on August 20th, he is bringing the full Branson show here on wheels and will be performing as Elvis at the very first event at the new Rendezvous Event Center in St. Robert, MO. This incredible show features Elvis’ career from the 50’s all the way through the 70s. Matthew recently was interviewed on the podcast Fort Not Lost in the Woods where he shared more about himself and his inspiration for the show. If you would like to learn more about this amazing Elvis tribute show, today’s blog has the details from that podcast.   photo credit:  americanatheatrebranson.com T...