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Our Stories


Enjoy Great Food and Historic Decor at Springfield's Pizza House
Pizza Houses story starts as one of empowerment two women created and ran their business for decades and now another woman owns the business
Meredith Tatum
May 8, 2021
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A Look Back into the History of the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds
Area educators praised the Ozark Empire District Free Fair as “an outstanding educational exhibit and tribute to Ozark people"
Various Authors
May 8, 2021
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Leong's Asian Diner, Home of the Original Springfield Style Cashew Chicken
Springfield may not make it into the headlines often, but it is famous for one thing: Cashew Chicken—Springfield style.
Meredith Tatum
May 1, 2021
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Mexican Villa Restaurants - A Springfield Original
In 1943, our country was at war and millions of young men left home to “join up”. Garin Hargrave Ferguson left Springfield, his girl...
Garin Ferguson
May 1, 2021
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Cheers to 50+ Years!
Springfield has a rich history in food culture, we'd like to celebrate the restaurants that have been in business 50+ years!
Meredith Tatum
Apr 30, 2021
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Take a Hike!
As the weather warms and summer arrives in the Ozarks, it is the perfect time to enjoy some of the many scenic and enjoyable trails here ...
Forest Swisher
Jun 2, 2020
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