Muddy River GemsMuddy River TV+Noteworthy In the late 1800s and early 1900s, nearly 100 circus performers lived in Petersburg. During the winter months, they trained in a wooden structure known as the “Ring Barn” on the east side of town. In the warmer months, these local performers traveled with the era’s biggest touring circuses, including Ringling Brothers, Barnum & Bailey, and Sells-Floto. Take a look at this piece of history on this month’s Muddy River Gems, brought to you by Dot Foods.