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A Historic Visit to the Sweet Shack

Kevin and I took the short drive last week to historic Downing Street in Hollister to a fun little lunch spot called the Sweet Shack. They specialize in smash burgers, home cut fries, handcrafted and homemade ice cream, and even Italian ice. Wow, they are checking a bunch of boxes of happiness for me right there. I almost needed an extended stay. They have a fun family-friendly atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating, both video games and traditional games to play; a very welcoming vibe.

Hollister, MO · 5d
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Colorful ornamental corn is perfect for fall gardens

George Tunnell of the University of Missouri Extension Office notes that ornamental corn is a popular autumn decoration often found at farmers' markets, roadside stands, and retail stores.

Springfield, MO · 5d

KY3

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Branson, Mo., aquarium sets world record with giant Santa hat atop octopus

Branson, MO · 5d

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WonderWorks Branson to Celebrate National STEM Day

National STEM Day is Sunday, Nov. 8, and WonderWorks Branson is celebrating with discounted admission and scientific activities. Visitors to the upside-down attraction will have the chance to explore and experience the principles of pressure, chemical reactions, and more. Additionally, local residents of Missouri and Arkansas can take advantage of all-day, all-access tickets for $16 plus tax per person on Sunday, according to a press release from WonderWorks Branson.

Branson, MO · 5d
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Toys R Us Is Coming Back To Springfield With Its Own Standalone Store While A Tiny Version Already Sits Inside The Mall’s Macy’s And The Old Building Closed In Bankruptcy

Toys R Us keeps coming back, and Springfield, Missouri, is the latest town to get a visit from Geoffrey’s old stomping ground. A new standalone store is planned at Battlefield Mall, according to postings on the company’s own website and the mall’s site. KY3 broke down the news in its report on the Springfield store, […]

Springfield, MO · 7d

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Dickerson Park Zoo celebrates 2nd birthday for newly arrived lion siblings Taraj and Asali

Visitors packed the newly renovated lion habitat at Dickerson Park Zoo on Thursday morning to celebrate a major milestone: the second birthday of African lion siblings Taraj and Asali.

Springfield, MO · 6d

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Carthage artist featured at Spiva Center

A Carthage artist is at the center of an exhibit on display in Joplin.

Joplin, MO · 5d

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This Missouri Arcade Lets You Play Classic 1980s Games for Just $12

For $12, you can play classic arcade video games as many times as you want at 1984 Branson Arcade in Missouri. The retro attraction brings back the games many Americans grew up playing, along with old-school pinball machines that still run on quarters. The arcade has more than just video...

Branson, MO · 5d

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Where to go for the best parade spots this Homecoming

Bears, it’s almost time for Homecoming, and that means it’s almost time for one of our favorite Homecoming traditions: the parade! Whether you’re going so you can see our PRIDE band in action, or to support our football Bears, you want to get a good spot. Beginning at the intersection of St. Louis Street and John Q Hammons Parkway, the parade route winds all the way down John Q Hammons Parkway and into the heart of campus. Here are some great places along the route to camp out, so you don’t miss a thing.

Springfield, MO · 7d

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Last week’s Springfield restaurant health code violations, Oct. 23-27

Springfield and Willard restaurants received various priority and nonpriority health code violations during routine inspections conducted between October 23 and November 2, 2026.

Springfield, MO · 8d

KYTV

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Dickerson Park Zoo celebrates 2nd birthday for newly arrived lion siblings Taraj and Asali

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Visitors packed the newly renovated lion habitat at Dickerson Park Zoo on Thursday morning to celebrate a major milestone: the second birthday of African lion siblings Taraj and Asali. The brother-and-sister duo arrived in Springfield just two weeks ago from a California zoological facility as part...

Springfield, MO · 6d

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Thanksgiving Brunch At This Missouri College Restaurant Is Already Fully Booked For 2026

The Keeter Center lists its Thursday, November 26, 2026, Thanksgiving brunch as fully booked. Reservations only opened on August 1, and they’re taken by phone. That’s about two months from open to gone. The part I find surprising is who serves the turkey. Students run the dining room,...

Branson, MO · 7d

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Beloved Robert E. Smith mural recreated in downtown Springfield after community outcry

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - A celebrated tribute to renowned Springfield folk artist Robert E. Smith has returned to downtown Springfield, months after the original public artwork was painted over by a new property owner. A pair of regional muralists has nearly finished replicating the iconic piece along the 300 block...

Springfield, MO · 7d

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This Log Cabin Missouri Steakhouse Has Grilled Ribeyes Over Real Coals For Fifty Years

A giant block of cheddar sits on the salad bar, and nobody seems in a hurry to change that. The menu has no prices printed on it, so you just ask your server. I love that kind of stubborn charm. The steaks here cook over an open flame in the...

Shell Knob, MO · 9d

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10 Missouri Barbecue Restaurants Serving Burnt Ends, Ribs And Smoked Brisket

Missouri has a barbecue joint that serves burnt end salad, which is a bold way to sneak brisket into the vegetable category. Those crispy, smoky bits already have a loyal following, so the lettuce is just along for the ride. Sauces get creative too, with flavors like spicy blueberry and...

St. Louis, MO · 9d

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Heartland History: No Shave November

The No Shave November trend began as a way to raise awareness for colorectal cancer, the number one cancer killer for men under 50 and the number two cancer killer for women under 50. To provide inspiration for your hair growth journey, the Archives recently shared some photographs of beards...

Douglas County, MO · 8d

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The Charming Cafe In Missouri Where Cats Roam Around And Steal The Show

Your latte comes with a side of dozens of adoptable cats. That’s the deal at a Branson cafe that pairs coffee with a full-blown feline rescue mission. The cat lounge covers about 2,200 square feet. It has its own HVAC system, totally separate from the cafe, plus a 12-foot window for watching the cats.

Branson, MO · 10d

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This Three-Hundred-Step Missouri Trail Ends At A Waterfall, Caves And A Hidden Grotto

A man built a staircase of stone steps down a bluff with help from his family, and you can still climb it today. At the bottom waits a grotto, a seasonal waterfall, and a cave tied to an old soldier’s story. The wildest part? This woodland sits right off...

Branson, MO · 10d

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Generations Of Springfield Families Still Order Cashew Chicken At Leong’s Tea House

Some Springfield families plan their trips home around one order, and it comes with a little cup of brown sauce and a sprinkle of cashews. Kids who grew up eating it every weekend in the 1980s now bring their own children to the same tables, and the order has hardly changed.

Springfield, MO · 13d