re: 15 reasons why Missouri may be the best state in the South.

Not to go through each one...but here are a handful of points that counter your claim:

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2. First state to oust the Confederacy.

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Kentucky rejected the Confederacy in September 1861, Missouri was admitted to the Confederacy in November 1861.

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3. Tea not loaded with sugar.

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That is one reason why you aren't a Southern state.

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4. Roast beef sandwich chain doesn’t overcook their meat.

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Mother's Restaurant Roast Beef Sandwich is better.

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5. Only distinct pizza style

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Meh...my life would not be any different if it didn't exist.

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6. Four distinct seasons.

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In Tennessee, we get all 4 seasons in a day.

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9. Most caves and springs.

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According to this, Tennessee has over 10,000 caves...Missouri is #2 with around 7,300.

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10. Best wildlife management and conservation area access.

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You'll have to elaborate on this one to show your criteria.

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11. Manufacturers better pickup trucks.

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They make freaking Tundra in Texas...your GMC crap isn't anywhere close to the same league. Then you have the Ford Super Duty in Louisville, KY...