For some Mizzou students, Saturday night means more than fraternity parties or staying in. About 20 minutes outside Columbia, 54 Country brings crowds together for live music, line dancing and a sense of community. The family-owned dance hall has seen its student crowd grow significantly since the COVID-19 pandemic, with students now making up about half of its audience. But 54 Country is more than a place for a night out. It is the result of decades of music, dancing and family business for the Kleindienst family – a tradition they hope will continue for generations. Read more at the link in our bio. Story | Malena Gangi Photo | Miranda Fabian #themaneater #linedancing #54country