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Countdown of the top 10 ways to ring in 2019 in Downtown Springfield
December 13, 2018
It’s almost time for the final countdown of 2018. Looking for a festive way to ring in 2019? There are plenty of places to take a cup of kindness for auld lang syne. So in keeping with the spirit of the night, here’s a countdown — from 10 to 1 — of ways to celebrate… Read More
“It’s A Wonderful Life” and other gifts from the historic Gillioz Theatre
November 29, 2018
In this season of giving, the historic Gillioz Theatre has a special gift for Springfield. On Saturday, Dec. 9, the theatre will host a free screening of the Christmas classic “It’s A Wonderful Life.” Yes. Completely free. Tickets are available the day of the event. “It’s A Wonderful Life” was released in 1946. Frank Capra… Read More
Get in the holiday shopping spirit at Christmas On Campbell
November 08, 2018
Low temperatures are slipping past the freezing point and snow is in the forecast. Are you starting to catch the holiday spirit? Indulge it from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10, at Christmas On Campbell Holiday Gallery Walk and Holiday Open Houses in Downtown Springfield. And you can support local artists and crafters while you’re… Read More
Treat yourself this fall in Downtown Springfield
October 18, 2018
Fall has arrived in Downtown Springfield, and not in a subtle way. Cooler temperatures. Rainy skies. Chilly winds. A lot of folks are in need of a pick-me-up. There are plenty of ways to treat yourself at any of Downtown Springfield’s retailers. Here are just a few. New gear from 5 Pound Apparel The new… Read More
Fall means fun in Downtown Springfield
September 20, 2018
The forecast calls for cooler temperatures to come to the Ozarks, but Downtown Springfield isn’t ready to hibernate. Not by a longshot. This week kicks off a busy autumn on Park Central Square and it all starts tonight, Thursday, Sept. 20. Patio Parties 92.9 The Beat is throwing a free Thursday-night Patio Party on Park Central… Read More
“Where there is cake there is hope. And there is always cake.”
September 06, 2018
World Suicide Prevention Day is Sept. 10. To mark the event, a special bake sale is coming to Downtown Springfield. Burrell Behavioral Health and Springfield bakers are working in collaboration with First Friday Art Walk to put on the 2nd Annual Depressed Cake Shop. The bake sale will take place Friday, Sept. 7, from noon-8… Read More
Your 2018 guide to watching football in Downtown Springfield
August 30, 2018
September is here. That means it’s time for three things: football, football and more football. Missouri State kicks off the 2018 season Thursday, Aug. 30, with a 7 p.m. trip to Oklahoma State. Mizzou and Arkansas both host home games Saturday, Sept. 1, at 3 p.m. The Tigers play Tennessee-Martin. The Razorbacks play Eastern Illinois…. Read More
A Downtown Springfield back-to-school guide. For parents.
August 16, 2018
Back-to-school time can bring mixed emotions for parents. There’s the emotional strain of watching our babies grow up and move on to the next grade. There’s also the sigh of relief that comes with some freedom in our schedules during the day. If you’re looking to beat the blues or enjoy some me time, Downtown… Read More
Six ways to get your kicks at the Birthplace of Route 66 Festival
August 09, 2018
A crowd of more than 53,000 people will come to Downtown Springfield Aug. 10-11 for the Birthplace of Route 66 Festival. That’s more people than live in nearby Nixa and Ozark combined. And there will be plenty to entertain everyone at the free event. We’re talking car and motorcycle shows, a BBQ Throwdown, 6.6K run,… Read More
Downtown Springfield restaurants chow down on Feast 50 awards
August 02, 2018
Downtown Springfield establishments cleaned up in the 2018 Feast 50 Awards. Feast Magazine announced the winners in its August 2018 issue. Downtown restaurants won 19 first place honors and 13 runners-up across 26 of the 50 categories. The Order is first Leading the way in awards is The Order, located inside Hotel Vandivort. That restaurant… Read More