August 2018

Lifestyle

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Retreat to Baker Creek

The yearly Baker Creek Spring Planting Festival's two days of old-fashioned fun in Mansfield, MO attracts thousands of guests. The Spring Planting Festival has more than just seeds and starts. Stock up on handmade trinkets and home decor.

Kids splashing at Farmers Park

Back To School Bucket List

The smoldering heat of summer is coming to an end, but before you send the kiddos back to school here are some last-minute activites to do...

aug 08 2018 | Branson, Brunch, Carthage, MO, Family

Megan Morris at the Ozark Mill

Life

Everything You Need to Know About the Ozark Mill

Johnny Morris is creating another huge tourist attraction—this time in Ozark. Finley Farms will be home to the Ozark Mill, the Riverside...

aug 02 2018 | Entrepreneur, Outdoors, Ozark, MO, Travel

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Spaces

Shoppin’ on a Budget at Shaila's

Shaila’s Boutique in Nixa adds home decor to its shopping experience.

aug 2018 | Decor, For the Home, Nixa, MO, Shopping

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Back-to-School Necessities

Mack back to school a breeze with stylish backpacks, notebooks, lunch boxes, cute writing utensils, organizers and more.

aug 2018 | Education, Kids, Shopping, Style

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Kids Get Active at S.W.E.T. Hot Yoga’s Kids Yoga Class

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Kids Get Active at S.W.E.T. Hot Yoga’s Kids Yoga Class

With a 5-year-old yogi in tow, we checked out the kids yoga class at Springfield’s S.W.E.T. Hot Yoga and Fitness studio.

aug 2018 | Family, Fitness, Health, Kids

Why You Need a Hot Tub

Spaces

Why You Need a Hot Tub

Rejuvenate your body and spirit in your own backyard spa. Handy tips from local pros can help you navigate the wide world of hot tub...

aug 2018 | For the Home, Outdoor Spaces

Innovative Sports Medicine Heals Patients with Stem Cell Recovery

Health

Innovative Sports Medicine Heals Patients with Stem Cell Recovery

These stories of life-threatening injuries and medical miracles show the true power of the latest medical treatments.

aug 2018 | Health

Jami & John Wightman's Cottage Farmhouse in Nixa

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Jami & John Wightman's Cottage Farmhouse in Nixa

Nixa residents Jami and John Wightman built a cottage farmhouse–inspired custom home with plenty of family touches and room to unwind.

aug 2018 | Decor, Local Home, Nixa, MO, Outdoor Spaces

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Style

Cover Up with These Skin Protecting Buys

Since we should all take sun protection seriously, our Creative Director, Heather Kane, set out to find some stylish, local products to...

aug 2018 | Design, Shopping, Style, Summer

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Life

Experience Virtual Reality Games in Southwest Missouri

417-land spots are making your ’80s Tron fantasies a reality with future-forward virtual reality games.

aug 2018 | Family, Kids, Technology

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Style

Mad Women Fashion

Combining fabulous retro vibes with serious high-powered boss babe confidence, these summertime ensembles channel iconic style and...

aug 2018 | Features, Jewelry, Shopping, Style

SOAP Refillable Soap Station in Springfield MO

Life

SOAP It Up!

SOAP in downtown Springfield is finding new ways to create a sustainable future for Springfield—and hopefully the world—by reducing plastic...

jul 25 2018 | Beauty, Downtown Springfield, Health, Shopping

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Back to School Bash 2018

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Back to School Bash 2018

Back to School Bash presented by Victory Mission & Ministry, August 7, 2018. Central Assembly. Photos by Janelle Haik.

Summer Days of Giveaways Party 2018

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Summer Days of Giveaways Party 2018

Summer Days of Giveaways party presented by 417 Magazine, August 1, 2018. Acacia Spa. Photos by Khaley Watts.

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Ball of the Wild 2018

Ball of the Wild benefiting the Dickerson Park Zoo. July 13, 2018. White River Conference Center. Photos by Ryan Kowalski.

Design Awards 2018

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Design Awards 2018

417 Home and Biz 417's 2018 Design Awards presented by the Springfield Design Association. July 12, 2018. Buxton Kubik Dodd Design...

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