Drew Gieseke is a proud Columbia, Missouri native with nearly a decade of experience writing about the state he loves. His work spans a wide range of topics—from education and business to science, food, and culture. Over the years, he has contributed to several St. Louis-area publications, including St. Louis Magazine, Ladue News, and Feast. Though now based in Texas, Drew still carries a deep connection to Missouri, where his storytelling roots began. He lives in Houston with his wife, Annie, and their two daughters.
From backyard birthdays to festivals at Ballpark Village, this local startup is turning ordinary events into high-energy competitions with its custom-built basketball arcade trailer.
The Midwest is home to a range of caverns and cave systems, offering intrepid and novice explorers alike the opportunity to witness the beauty beneath the earth’s surface.
Through its popular “Family Hours” program, Up-Down transforms its neon-lit arcade into a pixelated playground where parents teach their kids the fine art of Galaga and Skee-Ball.