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5 Best Apple Eats

Dig in, dip in or take a big bite out of the yummiest apple-loaded treats in 417-land.

By Katie Pollock

5 Best Places to Grab a Brew

Read up on the best places to pull up a chair and let the bartender pour you a tall one.

By Matt Lemmon; Photos by Kevin O'Riley

5 Best Flourless Chocolate Cakes

A husband-and-wife team take on five of the richest desserts in 417-land.

By Nichole Lemmon and Matt Lemmon

5 Best 417-land Rides

Learn where to get stomach-dropping and skin-drenching thrills this summer.

By Nichole Lemmon

5 Best Marvelous Malts

Just in time for summer, learn where to score these cool, sweet treats.

By Lindsay Haymes

5 Best Queso Dips

It’s queso, and five 417-land restaurants serve hot, melty, mouthwatering versions of the Mexican restaurant favorite.

By Nichole Lemmon

	Tennison Home Gallery: October 2008 Set in the scenic countryside, Buz and Susan Tennison's Monett home brings a bit of Floridian style to 417-land. By Savannah Waszczuk, Photos by Jeremy Mason McGraw
	Martin-Harrington Home Gallery: September 2008 A mother-and-daughter duo have created eerily similar homes in their Nixa neighborhood. By Savannah Waszczuk; Photos by Edward Biamonte
	Lowe-Benton Home Gallery: August 2008 Bob Lowe and Sharon Benton's Southern Hills home displays their rotating art collection and the clean details of Matthew Hufft's architectural design. View a slideshow of the postmodern marvel here. By Gerri Mack, Photos by Edward Biamonte
	Nelson Home Gallery: July 2008 A Kansas couple makes their second home in Shell Knob, in a log-style retreat on Table Rock Lake among other fellow Wichitans. By Gerri Mack; Photos by Edward Biamonte
	2008 Interior Designs of the Year Gallery: Commercial Interior design extends far beyond the home. Here’s a glimpse of some award-winning commercial spaces. By Melody Adams and Savannah Waszczuk; Photos by Kevin O'Riley
	Interior Design of the Year 2008 Gallery: Residential Prepare yourself—You're about to see work from the best and brightest interior designers in 417-land. By Savannah Waszczuk; Photos by Edward Biamonte
	Corry Home Gallery: 2007 Sometimes you can teach an old house new tricks. The Corrys turned their older house into a well-thought-out "smart home." By Gerri Mack
	Winans Home Gallery: June 2007 Taking inspiration from the Wild West and the Ozarks' country charm, California transplants Ruthann and Gary Winans designed their dream home with a view of the rural countryside. By Katie Pollock; Photos by Edward Biamonte
	Interior Designs of the Year 2007 Gallery The ballots are in, and its another year choc-full of hot designs and innovative concepts. By Gerri Mack; Photos by Edward Biamonte
	Calcote Home Gallery: December 2007 John and Linda Calcote had more than their own family in mind when they remodeled their Hollister lake house. By Nichole Lemmon; Photos by Edward Biamonte
	Rogers Home Gallery: November 2007 Elements of yesteryear lend insight into the interests and passions of the Rogers family, which lives in this 1920s Roundtree home. By Tiesha Miller; Photos by Edward Biamonte
	Malone Home Gallery: October 2007 From the suburbs of Chicago to 417-land, Jeff and Sandy Malone emptied their nest and took flight to build their dream home in southwest Missouri. By Gerri Mack; Photos by Edward Biamonte
	HCW Condo Home Gallery: September 2007 Some of the big names in business who helped make Branson Landing happen have nabbed their own little corners of the new lakeside property. Used for both work (conducting business meetings... By Katie Pollock; Photos by Edward Biamonte
	Killian Condo Home Gallery: September 2007 Some of the big names in business who helped make Branson Landing happen have nabbed their own little corners of the new lakeside property. Used for both work (conducting business meetings... By Katie Pollock; Photos by Edward Biamonte
	Butler Home Gallery: August 2007 Geoffrey and Buffy Butler built their dream home on property that had lain empty for more than 20 years. By Gerri Mack; Photos by Edward Biamonte
	Shermer Home Gallery: July 2007 The Shermer family's dream home is on eight acres with woods, a creek and beautiful views. The inside is warm and rustic French country style. By Gerri Mack; Photos by Edward Biamonte
	Barbo Home Gallery: June 2007 Dana and Gino Barbo's eclectic taste blends southern style with modern touches for a home rife with imagination. By Jen Murvin Edwards; Photos by Edward Biamonte
	Fender Home Gallery: May 2007 Lynee Fender taught herself to be a D.I.Y. Guru. By Tiesha Miller; Photos by Edward Biamonte
	Bridgeforth Home Gallery: April 2007 Inspired by a framed picture they'd had for years, Patti and Mike Bridgeforth built their dream home between Springfield and Rogersville. Kim Swain
	Jackson Home Gallery: February 2007 The only structure of its kind in its neighborhood, this contemporary home nestled next to the James River combines the world travels and family talents of John and Rosemary Jackson. By Katie Pollock; Photos by Edward Biamonte
	Murray Home Gallery: January 2007 Old World style mixed with modern conveniences makes you feel right at home at Gary and Macanna Murray's dwelling. By Jannah Swink; Photos by Edward Biamonte
	Coleman Houseboat Gallery: June 2008 An exclusive sneak-peak at a super-customized houseboat. By Savannah Waszcuzuk; Photos by Edward Biamonte
	Makuch Home Gallery: May 2008 A Branson family’s colonial home has room for a wine collection, a purse from Angelina Jolie, windows with lake views… and even six kids. BY NICHOLE LEMMON; PHOTOS BY EDWARD BIAMONTE
	Blasi Home Gallery: April 2008 Springfield couple, Kira Blasi and Arch Watson, want to spend half the year here and half the year in Florida. So they downsized to a condo. And it’s perfect for them. By Gregory Holman; Photos by Edward Biamonte
	Geidd Home Gallery: March 2008 Faith and Ryan Giedd worked tirelessly to purchase the former Missouri State University presidential residence. Now it’s their family home. By Nichole Lemmon; Photos by Edward Biamonte
	Mitchem Home Gallery: February 2008 The Mitchems hopped to the opposite side of Springfield and hopped to a drastically different design style when they built their custom home. By Tiesha Miller; Photos by Edward Biamonte
	Sooter Home Gallery: January 2008 How a Drury architect let go of perfectionism and created a dream home. By Kim Swain; Photos by Edward Biamonte
	Home Profile: The 417 Idea Home The 417 Idea home is the culmination of more than two years of hard work by the 417 staff, builders, designers and countless workers. Here are the amazing photos. Enjoy Photos by Edward Biamonte
	Hufft Home Gallery: August 2006 Explore a contemporary house by a 29-year-old Springfield native—who is now a New York architect. By Gregory Holman
	Love Home Gallery: July 2006 A 2004 fire destroyed their house and about 75 percent of their possessions, but the Horton family—and their home—aren’t that easily beaten. By Jennifer Muzinic
	Pendleton Home Gallery: June 2006 This home in Millwood combines carnival-esque touches with a completely personalized interior. By Katie Pollock; Photos by Edward Biamonte
	Weimer Home Gallery: May 2006 The Weimer family created their dream home with comfort and style in mind. By Jennifer Muzinic; Photos by Edward Biamonte
	Prater Home Gallery: April 2006 On display at the Prater home: contemporary ceramics, the great outdoors, and the personalities of each family member. By Jennifer Muzinic; Photos by Edward Biamonte
	Schwab Home Gallery: March 2006 The Schwabs party like it’s 1799. By Chris DeRosier; Photos Edward Biamonte
	Carter Home Gallery: February 2006 Beauty abounds at the Storys’ Branson lake house, but nothing tops the view. By Jennifer Muzinic; Photos by Edward Biamonte