Game day at Missouri State University is always buzzing with energy as fans head to Plaster Stadium to cheer on the Bears. Whether you’re a local fan or visiting Springfield for the weekend, planning your stops before and after kickoff makes the whole experience even better. From Friday night fun to…
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Grab your gear and hit these mountain biking trails. Dirt 66: Fellows Lake Trail Located at 4200 E. Farm Rd. 66 in Springfield, the 800-acre property is part of the Ozark Greenways trails. With more than 25 miles of intersecting natural surface trails out here, you can enjoy views of the lake and…
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No visit to the Springfield area would be complete without spending some time on the rivers and lakes in our neck of the woods. Fish Want to fish around while you’re in town? There are plenty of spots to cast a line. Be sure to buy a license from a vendor or online and keep it with you. The…
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If you can’t catch the game at home or you’re looking for a place to hang out with a few friends, here are some places in Springfield to catch the big game. 4 By 4 Brewing Company 4 By 4 is a locally based, community and family-minded tap room/brewing company. Across from Sequiota park and with a…
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When you think of Missouri, ice hockey might not be the first thing that comes to mind. Hidden within the heart of the Show-Me State, however, lies a growing ice hockey scene that's gaining momentum. The Missouri State Ice Hockey Program is central to this growth, a dedicated team that proudly…
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Hey there fun seekers and food enthusiasts! Get ready to immerse yourself in an experience that will have you on the edge of your seat. Brace yourself for the incoming sensation of ‘I am missing out’ as we present to you BigShots Golf—a golf entertainment fun zone that blends the joy of golf with a…
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Yesterday, my husband and I went to the nearby tennis courts, and next to us was a father teaching his pre-teen son how to play pickleball. A few years ago, my mother and father-in-law purchased pickleball equipment to be more active in their neighborhood. And my first-grade daughter came home from…
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Dan Reiter’s favorite Springfield Cardinals baseball memory is from the team’s first game in 2005. “I can remember Stan Musial playing his harmonica for that first game and throwing out the first pitch,” says Reiter, 41, who has been the organization’s vice president and general manager since 2017…
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This upcoming season is the perfect time to hit the trails on your bike and explore our area’s winding trails, peaceful lakes, and spectacular views of our colorful landscape. Whether you’re just starting or have been shredding for years, there’s a trail for everyone to enjoy in the Ozarks. Here are…
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I’ve been following Crystal Cave since I landed upon the for-sale listing online a couple of years ago. The grass was overgrown; paint was peeling from the old sign, and the cave entrance looked more like a dungeon than a once-popular attraction. While most people probably saw disarray, I saw…
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