And it's heir to all of the strengths and weaknesses of its size and location. We've got jet service from most major airlines and you can get to Beijing from here, but you'll have to switch planes in Chicago or St. Louis. On the other hand, the longest commute you'd have to deal with is 20 minutes. The school system is great. The Mississippi River is an incredible resource.
Housing is very affordable.
We've got four really good minor league athletic teams and good facilities for amateur athletics. And I don't think I've ever been in a traffic jam here.