Tag: Larry D. Gragg

TEDx event at Missouri S&T set for Oct. 30

Posted by on October 3, 2024

Eight speakers will present their ideas at Missouri University of Science and Technology’s TEDx event Wednesday, Oct. 30. The theme of the event is “Unveiling Resilience.”

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Elvis’ first venture to Las Vegas flopped, writes historian

Posted by on January 22, 2016

Beginning with “one electrifying night” in 1969 and continuing through the mid-1970s, Elvis Presley reigned as Las Vegas’ top nightclub act. But his first attempt to win over fans in that city 60 years ago was “a painful setback” for the young performer, writes a Missouri S&T historian.

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