Lebanon, MO is a small city located in Laclede County in the state of Missouri. It is known for its rolling hills, lush pastures, and local attractions. Visitors from near and far come to experience Lebanon's historic downtown which features a variety of shops, restaurants and entertainment. The city also hosts fun festivals throughout the year including the Annual Railroad Festival, Lebanon Summerfest and Lebanon's Harvest Day. Nature lovers can find plenty to do in and around town with several parks offering outdoor recreation opportunities. Many people enjoy visiting the Mark Twain National Forest just north of town for camping, fishing and hiking. With its unique attractions, natural beauty and friendly people, Lebanon offers something for everyone.
The reviews of Lebanon are overwhelmingly positive as visitors appreciate its small-town charm as well as its rural setting. People often remark on how beautiful the countryside is with its rolling hills and picturesque pastures making it a great place to relax or explore nature. Residents are often praised for their hospitality creating a warm atmosphere perfect for raising families or retiring comfortably. Tourists enjoy visiting many of the historic sites in town such as Meramec Caverns which has been used by Native Americans since ancient times. There's something special about this small city that keeps people coming back time after time - proving why many consider it one of Missouri's hidden gems!
based on 11 ReviewsGet to know Lebanon with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Lebanon
Appears Odd - 2/2/2010
It is odd that the disgruntled posters here do not reveal THEIR stellar hometowns for everyone else to scrutinize. Every town, city and state has it's unique problems. I'd venture a guess that your location is not much different than Lebanon. If you're unhappy here, I suggest you pack up and split or pass on by and don't give us a second look. We will get along fine as we have since the late 1800s, without you and your
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Look in the mirror and where you come from, before - 2/2/2010
I'm a Lebanon native. Our town used to be much safer and enjoyable place to live, before people from other cities and states flocked in here for the cheaper cost of living. Yes, we have our derilects, druggies, thieves and uneducated morons, but look around your own hometown and you'll find the same. Also check the local paper here and scan the municipal court records. Many of those that commit crimes here are from other cities, towns and states.
Not that many years ago, you could leave your Lebanon/Laclede County home, doors unlocked and no one would bother your possessions while you were gone. Leave your truck doors unlocked, rifle, shotgun or fishing rod hanging in the rack, while you shopped or dined in a restaurant and you were confident that your possessions were still there when you returned. But, not anymore. Your town is no different.
Unfortunately, burglaries, domestic disputes, murders and drug use are on the rise everywhere. This is not a
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cops - 11/4/2009
Come on! There are plenty of cops both city and county, they are just bullies. It is a daily occurance to taz people whom are not criminals. I think they get their daily dose of COPS on tv at the station then head out to create criminals out of unexpecting citizens. Unlawful entry, unlawful searches, harressment, resisting arrest. The only thing I have ever seen them do for the good of the people is head up a funeral. Any drug bust is done by the State Patrol. If the cops get caught screwing up, they get promoted not punished. The whole system is based on money earned by ticketing teenagers and proving your innocentence after and unlawful
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The town is way to drug infested and dirty - 10/18/2009
I would not live in this town. It is really bad with drugs and other illegal activities. My husband took a job in a nearby city and we were going to buy in this town because of location. However, we were glad when my husband's job moved him back to another area. The school's my children went to were so sad. The population is so uneducated and ignorant about how important school is. We were there for a year and read in the newspaper about 5 homicides. This town has more used car lots then people. I would think twice about moving
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The worst town I have ever lived in - 6/8/2009
I am in the Army and was stationed nearby. The town says friendly people friendly place. Yes it is if you are an uneducated good old boy. The town wanted to impeach its major after a week in office because he tried to break the system from the good old boy network. The schools are terrible. Almost all the kids get bused in the town. There is one school for K-1, 2-3, 4-6, 7-8. So if your kids are a little spread apart you stick them on a bus for an hour to get them to school. There is no PTO's and we were told because it is to hard for parents to be involved. To me that is sad that people don't get involved with their childs education. The high school had 40 girls pregnant when we left out of 1100 students. The rec center is a dump and has no activities for development and when left it was so much a dept they were closing the activities they do have down. I have never seen so much meth use in such a small town. Most are very preduduce to other people. I heard the word
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Groceries - 2/17/2009
Locally we have Smitty's & Price Cutter. Aldi's is GREAT for discount groceries, then there is always Walmart Super Center. We have a seasonal Farmer's Market and our locals always have something farm fresh to
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groceries - 2/15/2009
We have Smittys & Price Cutters grocery stores, but my favorite is ALDIS! Then there is always the Walmart super store for everything else. Also you can find a discount Bakery shop. DAYLIGHT DONUTS has the best donuts and great coffee. We have some of the cheapest gas. My yearly property taxes are below $1000.00 for a house and over 2 acres. It is all pretty good here, I like
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Lebanon is a simple town - 10/2/2008
Its a small town with barely any crime. That's why when there is something happening there you see at least five cop cars on site, even if it's a jay walking situation. Since it is a small town, there really isn't anything to do
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Burglaries - 11/23/2006
Burglaries are rampant here. Burglars are fairly safe from law enforcement.
Lebanon Law Enforcement (City Police Department):
City Police Officers spend most of their time with domestic disputes, vandalism and misdemeanor/felony stealing. The remainder of their time is spent clearing teenagers (loiterers) from the local McDonald's/Taco Bell parking lots. Teenagers have had a "cruising" route in the city since the 1950's. Loud automobile exhaust noise, stereos, horn honking and careless driving abound. The city limits is inadequately covered by policemen. They are usually in close proximity of each other and not broken up in zones to cover the entire city at all times. Most domestic disputes and minor accidents draw the entire on-duty force to one location. A railroad occasionally runs through the middle of town. When it does, law enforcement is sometimes caught on one side or the other, until it passes, leaving the other half of our community
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