How hard is it to visualize a ride ’em cowboy–themed restaurant in the midst of downtown Clayton? These days, no way, unless it’s ironic. But at one time, the Branding Iron, located at 61 S. Meramec, ...

Bizarre new clues in the torture murder of Brisbane street prostitute Elizabeth Henry link it to two different metal implements used in the meat and livestock industry. The woman ran home and returned ...

In the 1970s, the Branding Iron was also offering alcohol and featuring nightly entertainment, while still hosting a variety of events — from wedding receptions to community organization meetings.

Plenty of reasons to visit (or revisit) the Branding Iron Cafe at the Shasta Livestock Auction Yard in north Cottonwood — hearty breakfasts, the tri-tip and Cowboy sandwich at lunch, the smoked ribs ...