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April 2018
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Live Your Best Life at the Lake

For many in southwest Missouri, living the dream means finding the perfect place on the lake. That could mean buying or building a house, or renting a cabin for a quick getaway. No matter what version of lake living you prefer, we've got your go-to guide.
Spring Must-Eat: The 417 Sundae at Andy's
Dishes

Spring Must-Eat: The 417 Sundae at Andy's

Just in time for warmer weather, we’ve collaborated with Andy’s for a special treat to celebrate our 20th anniversary.

mar 2018 | #417Culture, Food, Sweets
Spring for a trip to Hardy, Arkansas
Travel

Spring for a trip to Hardy, Arkansas

Historic Hardy is a mini-mecca of antique and art shops. It’s a great place to stop on the road to Memphis, but with easy access to river...

apr 2018 | Art, Hiking, Quick Trips, Travel
Your Definitive Guide to Olive Oils
Reviews

Your Definitive Guide to Olive Oils

Many of us use olive oil in everyday cooking, but are we utilizing the superfood to its full potential? We spoke with local experts to get...

apr 2018 | Cooking, Food, Infographics
Navigating Springfield's Booming Real Estate Market
Life

Navigating Springfield's Booming Real Estate Market

Now is a perfect time to buy—or sell—a home in 417-land. The market is competitive and choosing a neighborhood is a big decision. Let's...

apr 2018 | Family, For the Home, Local Home, Real Estate
7 Spring Patterns for Your Little That We Love
Style

7 Spring Patterns for Your Little That We Love

Spring is the perfect time to dress your kiddos in whimsy prints.

apr 2018 | Kids, Spring, Style
Q&A: YouTube Star Sydney McGee
Life

Q&A: YouTube Star Sydney McGee

Sydney McGee has over 185,000 subscribers on YouTube and fans from all over the world. We sat down with the Kickapoo student to talk about...

apr 2018 | People, Q&A, Social Media
Pamper Your Skin with These 13 Medical-Grade Products
Style

Pamper Your Skin with These 13 Medical-Grade Products

Get a jump on having glowing, youthful skin this summer with these medical-grade products we love.

apr 2018 | Beauty
5 Best Creative Tacos
Dishes

5 Best Creative Tacos

We know it’s hard to break routine, but these unusual yet tasty tacos are worth departing from your norm.

apr 2018 | 5 Best, Food, Mexican
A Sweet Sip from MaMa Jean’s Natural Market
Drinks

A Sweet Sip from MaMa Jean’s Natural Market

Sip the Drink of the Month at Mama Jean's Natural Market.

apr 2018 | Drinks
Look inside Refine Studio’s Airbnb Loft on C-Street
Spaces

Look inside Refine Studio’s Airbnb Loft on C-Street

This rentable boho loft on Commercial Street, designed by Refine Studio’s Charity Evans, feels just like indoor recess, making it the...

apr 2018 | Commercial Street, Decor, Design, For the Home
Birding for Beginners
Things to Do

Birding for Beginners

April is prime bird-watching time, so get prepped to peep some birdies this spring. David Catlin and Charles Burwick, two members of the...

apr 2018 | Hiking, Outdoors, Parks, Trails
Your Guide to Decorating with Glam Metals
Spaces

Your Guide to Decorating with Glam Metals

Aged gold, brass and other metals are having a moment. We asked two local designers about the best ways to flawlessly incorporate this...

apr 2018 | Decor, For the Home, Shopping
What to Bring to the Lake for the Best Summer Yet
Waterways

What to Bring to the Lake for the Best Summer Yet

What you can do at the lake has never been more boundless than it is now. Technology allows for just about anything to be waterproofed,...

apr 2018 | Branson, Family, Features, Kids
Links at the Lake
Things to Do

Links at the Lake

Golf and the lake are intertwined in 417-land. Johnny Morris’s properties are among some of the top and most exciting courses anywhere,...

apr 2018 | Branson, Features, Golf, Lakes
Dining in the Sun
Reviews

Dining in the Sun

Once you’re at the lake, it’s time to scope out restaurants, coves and marinas that will soon become your favorite go-tos where you’re...

apr 2018 | Branson, Features, Food, Lakes
Quiz: What lake activity suits your personality?
Waterways

Quiz: What lake activity suits your personality?

In honor of our “Guide to Lake Living” feature, we thought it was only appropriate to provide you with an arsenal of water-filled...

mar 2018 | Lakes, Outdoors, Quiz
lap swimming
Health

Dive Into Adult Swimming

Writer Lillian Stone dived headfirst into the world of competitive adult swimming.

mar 2018 | Fitness, Health, Sports, Swimming
How to Prepare for a Tornado
Health

How to Prepare for a Tornado

April is the height of tornado season, and it’s important to be prepared for anything. We spoke to experts to make sure you know everything...

mar 2018 | Family, Health, Kids, Spring
Chad (The Dad): Using Pets as Babysitters and Teaching Table Manners
Life

Chad (The Dad): Using Pets as Babysitters and Teaching Table Manners

Chad Harris, a stand-up comic and regular contributor to The Mystery Hour, hits the stage as Chad the Dad. This month, he’s answering...

apr 2018 | Family, Kids, People, Q&A
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. These 417-Land Organizations are Raising Awareness.
Life

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. These 417-Land Organizations are Raising Awareness.

The Give A Child A Voice Foundation and the Child Advocacy Center fight against child abuse in 417-land.

apr 2018 | Do Good
Classic Diner Food at Lemonade House Grille
Reviews

Classic Diner Food at Lemonade House Grille

With a menu that goes far beyond burgers, Lemonade House Grille brightens up traditional diner fare with fresh-squeezed lemonades.

mar 2018 | Drinks, Food, Ozark, MO
The Think Big Foundation offers Big Brothers Big Sisters a Sustainable Fundraiser
Life

The Think Big Foundation offers Big Brothers Big Sisters a Sustainable Fundraiser

Big Brothers Big Sisters uses the Think Big Foundation to help fund programs.

apr 2018 | Do Good
A Conversation with Local NAACP President Cheryl Clay
Life

A Conversation with Local NAACP President Cheryl Clay

The president of the local NAACP chapter talks about the organization’s role in our community—and all the ways it makes an impact.

apr 2018 | Communication, Do Good, People
Stressed-Out? You Deserve Dinner at OMO
Reviews

Stressed-Out? You Deserve Dinner at OMO

OMO Japanese Soul Food’s menu is full of traditional dishes that deliver instant comfort.

apr 2018 | Food, People, Q&A
Salvatore's Shrimp Scampi
Dishes

Salvatore's Shrimp Scampi

Plus six dishes that have passed our taste buds this month and made us rave. They are ranked by level of yumminess.

mar 2018 | 7 Good Things, Asian, Barbecue, Brunch
Four Asian Noodle Dishes
Dishes

Four Asian Noodle Dishes

Now that Karai Ramen + Handroll has opened up shop in Springfield, we decided to create a quick round-up of the various tasty Asian noodles...

mar 2018 | Asian, Food, Winter
Kombucha Springs up on Tap at Spring Branch
Drinks

Kombucha Springs up on Tap at Spring Branch

Jessica and Chris Ollis are brewing kegs of flavor at Spring Branch Kombucha.

apr 2018 | Drinks
How to Wear it: Layered Sheers
Style

How to Wear it: Layered Sheers

Sheer has never been chicer. Dress it up or down. Make it flirty or casual. If you’re up for the challenge, the experts from Harem &...

mar 2018 | Shopping, Style
Lines We Love: Jason Crowe Socks
Style

Lines We Love: Jason Crowe Socks

Jason Crowe is “the sock guy” at work. Explore his pattern-perfect, men’s and women’s, business professional sock line, made for the...

apr 2018 | Biz Style, Style
Accessible Fashion at Wild Orange Boutique
Style

Accessible Fashion at Wild Orange Boutique

Wild Orange Boutique in Branson features affordable, versatile apparel for the woman on the go.

apr 2018 | Q&A, Savvy Shopper, Shopping, Style
Lather Up with Five Local Soap Brands We Love
Style

Lather Up with Five Local Soap Brands We Love

Lather up with these handmade 417-land finds.

apr 2018 | Beauty
Meet a Staffer: Alex Wolken
Profiles

Meet a Staffer: Alex Wolken

On this page, we introduce you to one of the people who make 417 Magazine happen. This month, meet Editorial Designer Alex Wolken.

apr 2018 | #417Culture, Design, People, Q&A