These local spots and hidden gems take midday seriously, including eclectic dining experiences, menu exploration and the classics. Sandwiches have been a forever item in the lunchbox. But when you’re looking to upgrade your plain turkey on sliced store-bought bread, treat yourself to Springfield…
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Spring is in the air, and romance is blooming in Springfield, Missouri! Whether you’re planning a first date, celebrating an anniversary, or just looking for a fun way to spend time with someone special, the city offers endless opportunities for memorable moments. From scenic strolls and outdoor…
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The 417 is no stranger to new restaurants opening, and the past couple of months have seen a few new spots pop up. Let’s dive in and explore just a handful of what has opened here in the Ozarks! Xurros Cafe The owners of Xurros took a family trip to Barcelona and loved the Spanish-style churros so…
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In April 2024, Visit Springfield, Missouri, launched a deliciously unique adventure—the Cashew Chicken Trail. As participants made their way through the city’s best spots for this beloved local dish, they could collect various prizes along the way. But the true crown jewel was the ultimate Cashew…
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Whether it’s to find something unexpected, save some money, or simply have an adventure, exploring antique stores is a modern-day treasure hunt. There are few things I find more relaxing than wandering aisles, cup of coffee in hand, wondering what I’ll find that I didn’t know I needed. (And, as my…
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Ozarks culture and community connections do grow on trees in Stockton, where the town’s annual Black Walnut Festival has been a tradition since 1961. Held annually each September, the festival is linked to black walnuts, which is a significant part of the town’s heritage. Hammons Black Walnuts…
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Time and traffic have raced by the Rail Haven, one of Springfield’s Route 66 landmarks. The motel opened in 1938 at the corner of St. Louis Street and Glenstone Avenue. It was a decade after the start of the Mother Road – which was born in Springfield a few blocks away – and out front, split-rail…
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When I started posting pictures of my food on social media, way back in 2019, I had zero expectations of the outcomes. I simply love supporting local restaurants and showcasing their menu creations with my followers. Over the years, I have had the pleasure of working with so many great chefs and…
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When the contents of the wooden Wommack Mill were sold at auction in April 1970, the sale bill sounded like the end of an era. It signified the conclusion of the nearly century-old mill’s working days, a good-bye that came with the death of its owner and a world where such landmarks were fast fading…
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It sounds like bluegrass – and looks like it too, given the group with banjos, guitars and fiddles in hand beneath the slowly setting sun – but the music they play isn’t the only point of connection visible at Turners Station. There are also notes of community tucked among the folks lounging in…
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