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Katie Pollock Estes

Katie Pollock Estes

I’m Katie Pollock Estes, and I’m 417’s Editorial Director. I’ve been here 19 years, spending my workdays hunting for the best things to do in the Ozarks—and working with writers to share it all with you.

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Spread from the Ozark Mill at Finley Farms
Food & Drink

We Review The Ozark Mill's New Menu

After much anticipation from Finley Farms fans who have been dying to see the restored Ozark Mill up close, The Mill Restaurant is now open...

nov 2024 | Drinks, Food, Ozark, MO
Christmas tree farm stock image
Lifestyle

Where to Cut Down Your Own Christmas Tree in Southwest Missouri

If you’re wanting to cut down a tree this year, 417-land Christmas tree farms start opening their doors again around Thanksgiving. You can...

nov 2024 | Christmas, Family, Outdoors, Shopping
Silver Dollar City’s Half-Billion Dollar Development
Lifestyle

Silver Dollar City’s Half-Billion Dollar Development

The next 10 years are ushering in some exciting changes for Silver Dollar City, including a seven-story lake-view theme park resort set to...

oct 18 2024
Butterfly on a flower photographed by Brandon Alms
Outdoors

All the Ways to Enjoy the Wilderness in the Ozarks

Explore the wild spaces of the Ozarks and find out more about how you can get involved in local conservation efforts.

oct 2024 | Outdoors
People on the grass at the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden in Springfield MO
Lifestyle

52 Perfect Saturdays in the Ozarks

Want to make sure your weekend itinerary is packed for the next year? Here are 52 Perfect Saturdays that you can spend in the Ozarks from...

sep 2024 | Family, Outdoors
Young girl surrounded by pumpkins at Pickin' Patch Farm
Lifestyle

The Best Pumpkin Patches in Southwest, MO

Fall just isn’t fall without pumpkins—or a trip to a pumpkin patch to pick your favorite fall decoration.

sep 2024 | Fall, Family, Kids, Outdoors
Birria from I Love Tacos Taqueria in Springfield MO
Food & Drink

A Guide to Mexican Food in Springfield and Southwest Missouri

Read about the families behind some of southwest Missouri’s most beloved Mexican restaurants to see how they bring their recipes to life.

aug 2024 | Features, Food, Mexican
Farmers Market of the Ozarks Splash Fountain in Springfield MO
Lifestyle

Best Places for Little Kids to Splash Around in Southwest Missouri

Summer in the Ozarks requires days that combine sunshine and cool water. These five spots in are great for splashing around with little...

aug 2024 | 5 Best, Family, Kids, Outdoors
How to Have a Yes Day in Springfield, Missouri
Lifestyle

How to Have a Yes Day in Springfield, Missouri

Treat your kids to a whole day of things to do around Springfield where the answer is never, ever “no.”

aug 2024 | Family, Kids
Ceviche Tacos from Cafe Cusco on Commercial Street in Springfield MO
Food & Drink

Best Tacos in Springfield and Beyond

Take a bite, or two, out of the best tacos in Springfield, Branson and beyond. Whether you want crunchy, spicy, vegetarian or a breakfast...

jul 2024 | Branson, Carthage, MO, Commercial Street, Downtown Springfield
Red wine is poured into a glass against a background of stacked barrels.
Lifestyle

Take a Trip to Hermann

Celebrate the season with a relaxing trip to Hermann where you can enjoy fun events, Missouri wine and a spa experience.

jul 2024 | Getaways, Travel, Wine
Jessica Pearson riding a bike through Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park in Springfield MO
Lifestyle

How to Summer Like a Kid

It’s time to unleash this summer and enjoy the water, the sun, the fields, the trails and the entertainment with the same abandon and...

jun 2024 | Camping, Family, Farmers Market, Features