Puxico is a city in Stoddard County, Missouri, United States.

Early settlers include W. C. Clark, E.L Hawks, George Eaton and J.A Hickman.

The event was started in the midst of the Great Depression by the Booster Club as a way to unite and organize the community.

After World War II, the returning servicemen established the VFW Post and took over the tradition the Booster Club had started.

Goat burgers are a staple of the event and have been served since the late 1930s.

Homecoming also includes events such as a carnival fair, square dancing, beauty pageants and parade.

34.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

35.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

[13] The climate in this area is characterized by relatively high temperatures and evenly distributed precipitation throughout the year.