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The Must-See Stops on Route 66 in the Ozarks

From neon signs and retro motels to kitschy diners and roadside nostalgia, Route 66 is still the ultimate highway to a wonderful—and yes, weird, in the best way—weekend getaway.
Food from OXO Bar & Grill
CREATIVE EATS

We Review OXO Bar & Grill

The team behind Ozark’s wildly popular Mundos Latin Kitchen & Bar expands their Latin Fusion offerings to Springfield, Missouri with OXO Bar & Grill.
Persimmon Hill Farm owners
FAMILY FARM

The Story of Persimmon Hill Farm

Martha and Earnie Bohner, owners of Persimmon Hill Farm, share their story of their U-pick berry farm, and how the connections they have made with generations have bonded them to the Ozarks.
Backyard Summer Soiree
HOSTS WITH THE MOST

Peek into a Vibrant Backyard Summer Soiree

Ron and Debbie Johnson throw a casual backyard summer soiree full of vibrant color and lots of cottage style.
Spend your Summer in Branson, MO
SUMMER FAVORITES

Things to do in Branson, Missouri

Discover the best things to do in Branson, Missouri. Whether you’re looking for entertainment, fine dining, family attractions or cozy accommodations, these activities belong on your spring bucket list.

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All About Gooseberries
Life

All About Gooseberries

Tart gooseberries are ripe for the picking in the Ozarks. Here's how to use them.

jun 2025 | Food, Recipes
A Local Farm-to-Dinner Table at Stewart Farm
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A Local Farm-to-Dinner Table at Stewart Farm

We try a local farm-to-table dinner experience at Stewart Farm.

jun 2025 | Food
Weir on 66
Life

Fill Up on Nostalgia at Weir on 66

Weir on 66, a stop along Route 66 in Carthage, Missouri, sees visitors from all over the world drop by year-round.

jun 2025 | Travel
How Springfield Community Gardens Helps with Urban Farms and Initiatives
Life

How Springfield Community Gardens Helps with Urban Farms and Initiatives

Springfield Community Gardens feeds the community through urban farms, gardens and numerous local initiatives.

jun 2025 | Do Good
Mary Beth Babcock
Life

Inside Buck Atom’s Cosmic Curios

Find out more about the mothership of odd roadside attractions along Route 66: Buck Atom’s Cosmic Curios in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

jun 2025 | Travel
Boots Court Foundation team photo
Life

Keeping the Lights on at the Boots Court Motel

Preserving the historic Boots Court Motel and restoring its 1939 charm with the Bourts Court Foundation.

jun 2025 | Travel
Gary's Gay Parita
Life

Meet the Owners of Gary's Gay Parita

Meet the owners of an iconic stop along Route 66: Gary's Gay Parita in Ash Grove, Missouri.

jun 2025 | Travel
Backyard Summer Soiree
Outdoor Spaces

Peek into a Vibrant Backyard Summer Soiree

Ron and Debbie Johnson throw a casual backyard summer soiree full of vibrant color and lots of cottage style.

jun 2025 | Outdoor Spaces, People

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