By Kaitlyn McConnell Photos by Kevin O'Riley

417 Magazine's Cooking Class with Fire & Ice Restaurant & Bar. Metro Appliances and More. May 15, 2012.

Mike McCamish, the owner of Wild Root Grocery and Eastland Farmers’ Market, combines longtime family land (on a city corner in Springfield) with a passion for locally grown and raised products....

BY JULIE SEDENKO DAVIS PHOTOS BY KEVIN O’RILEY

In rocky-earthed 417-land, the first step to perfect backyard veggies might be a homemade garden build above the ground. Read on, to find out how to make your own raised bed.

By Loring Bullard, Illustration by Garrett DeRossett

Learn about a local rare seed collector’s passion for growing heirloom veggies—and how you can get into it too.

By Katie Pollock Estes

Crunchy hoops of crisp onion, a messy coating and just-right seasonings.

By Katie Pollock Estes and Dylan Whitaker Photo by Kevin O'Riley

GYNCA works to make sure that no woman feels alone during her battle with gynecological cancer. Learn about the organization’s efforts, and take part in a brand new memorial golf tournament to...

By Jamie York Photo by Kevin O'Riley

Farmers are taking locally raised food to the next level by donating their crops to 417-land organizations.

By Jamie York Photo by Amy Pennington

Step up your style with these handmade must-haves by local artists and designers, all from 417-land shops.

Photos by Garrett Derossett Styling by Clarissa Peterson

Rick Morsovillo with his wife, Carolyn, and their four sons: 8-year-old Cameron, 11-year-old Blake, 13-year-old Dominick and 15-year-old Ricky.

Photographed by Randy Colwell Produced by Jessica Kennon, Clarissa Peterson and Julirose Martinez Styled by Kaye Lee

From gift and home décor items to stylish clothing and accessories, Baglady Boutique provides an array of merchandise to 417-land shoppers.

By Savannah Waszczuk Photos by Kevin O'Riley

Strawberry shortcake, chocolate-covered strawberries and strawberry iced tea: If you’re a fan of this red-ripe gift of summer, head to Kimmswick soon.

By Kaitlyn McConnell, photos courtesy of The Missouri Division of Tourism

The school year is coming to an end, and you’re going to need to find some entertainment for your kiddos soon. Why not give one of these events a try?

By Jamie York

We tried out LASHDIP, a cosmetic application that gives eyelashes the look of mascara without the hassle of application or worries of raccoon eyes.

By Savannah Waszczuk Photos by Kevin O'Riley

Springfield Public Schools Teacher Appreciation Banquet. University Plaza Convention Center. April 16, 2012.

From rock to bluegrass and beyond, we show you how to enjoy great music in 417-land this summer.

By Lauren Healey

Springfield Public Schools Teacher Appreciation Banquet. University Plaza Convention Center. April 16, 2012.

20 Under 30 Party at Highland Springs Country Club.

Downtown in Denim benefiting the Good Samaritan Boys Ranch. April 26, 2012.

ArtsFest on Historic Walnut Street. May 5, 2012. Photos by Jessy Davis & Kailey Reagan.

Alzheimer's Wine Gala at OzAir Service Chamber. May 5, 2012. Photos by Jessy Davis & Kailey Reagan.

The Kentucky Derby Gala benefiting the Springfield Sheltered Workshop. May 5, 2012.

Taste Riedel Wine Dinner held at Highland Springs Country Club. May 10, 2012.

DCO White Party. May 11, 2012. Photos by Jessy Davis & Sammy Jo Taylor.

417 Magazine's Cooking Class with Fire & Ice Restaurant & Bar. Metro Appliances and More. May 15, 2012.

GYNCA Tee Up Fore Teal Dinner in memory of Cyndi Sullivan. May 21, 2012.

Memorial Balloon Release for Lost & Found Grief Center at Jordan Valley Park. May 24, 2012.

Attention all Hollister clothing fans: The brand is indeed connected to the southwest Missouri town by the same name. But that’s not the only fact of note about this historic town. Read on to...

By Kaitlyn McConnell Photos by Kevin O'Riley

Janis McCall faced every mother’s nightmare in 1992 when her daughter was abducted along with two other women. This year, the 20th anniversary of her daughter’s disappearance, she’s still...

By Jeff Houghton Photos by Kevin O'Riley

417 Magazine staff writer Kaitlyn McConnell checks out the ancient art of belly dancing right here in Springfield.

By Kaitlyn McConnell Photos by Kevin O'Riley

Seniors on the Move allows 417-land seniors to begin the next chapter of their lives—with a little assistance.

By Julie Sedenko Davis, Illustration by Monica Duwel

Tasting a few selections from the huge menu of barbecued goodness at Famous Dave’s.

By Katie Pollock Estes Photo by Kevin O'Riley

On p. 72 we feature three great wine dinners that are happening this month in 417-land. Why write about three wine dinners in one month? Well, they are extraordinary experiences! Here’s our recap...

By Katie Pollock Estes Photo by Kevin O'Riley

A new lunch spot offers loads of flavor from a tiny little storefront in south Springfield.

By Katie Pollock Estes Photo by Kevin O'Riley

Fish in a handy tortilla shell? We love it. So, we went and tested out some great local restaurants to see what their fish tacos were like.

Dylan Whitaker, JuliRose Martinez and Hope Noble

By Katie Pollock Estes Photo by Kevin O'Riley

Photo by Kevin O'Riley

This scrumptiously sweet cocktail is flavored like the summer milkshakes from your childhood, but it packs an intoxicating punch.

By Lauren Healey Photo by Kevin O'Riley

September 10, 2011; Creedstown, Rogersville

By Kaitlyn McConnell

Thanks to a recent remodel project, John and Margaret Cioni’s south Springfield home now boasts a traditional look that’s clean, comfortable and livable.

By Savannah Waszczuk Photos by Randy Colwell