Couple walking through The Springfield Conservation Nature Center

Joe’s Route 66 Diner a longtime stop in Strafford

Joe’s Route 66 Diner refers to a road in its name, but there are many paths that take the hungry to the small Strafford stop that still has a walk-up window and a legacy so well known that it doesn’t matter much that the sign is missing out front. There are families and students – both current and…

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5 Things to do in Ozark, Missouri

Ozark, Missouri is only 12 miles from Springfield, Missouri. Here are a few activities you can do for a day of fun. Photo courtesy of Finley Farms You could spend all day at Finley Farms. Start off with some coffee and toast at The Workshop where you can crack open the laptop or read on the patio…

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The Ideal Artsy Itinerary to Springfield, Missouri

From captivating galleries to colorful street art, discover the vibrant artistic soul of Springfield, Missouri with our curated artsy itinerary. Day One: Artistic Exploration Springfield Art Museum Breakfast: Travel to France through a latte and pastry from European Café. The pastries here are…

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8 Easy to Moderate Hikes Near Springfield, Missouri

Hit the trails and dive deep into the natural beauty of the Ozarks with this list of the top treks around Southwest Missouri. Springfield African-American Heritage Trail Photo courtesy of the Springfield-Greene County Park Board Town: Springfield Distance: 2 miles Difficulty: Easy This hike through…

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The Ideal Foodie Itinerary to Springfield, Missouri

If you're visiting Springfield, Missouri to try some of the most amazing restaurants and cuisine, take some trip planning and travel ideas from our foodie itinerary. Day One: Artisanal Indulgence Cafe Cusco Breakfast: Grab some breakfast treats at Blue Heron Farm & Bakery, and don’t miss out on a…

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The Ideal Outdoor Itinerary To Springfield, Missouri

There are tons of outdoor activities to do near Springfield. If you want to hit the lakes, trails, or an outdoor patio, check out our outdoorsy itinerary for inspiration. Day One: Lakeside Adventure Breakfast: Elevate your regular morning by grabbing breakfast from Rise. With a charming atmosphere…

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Boba Bliss: 5 Boba Tea Shops You Can't Miss

The Ozarks has a plethora of great spots to grab yourself a drink to sip on, but boba tea shops are sweeping the Springfield area with their delicious sweet milk teas, fruit smoothies and sweet baked goods. These are just a handful of the local spots serving boba milk tea in the area. What is Boba…

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