We hate to say it, but summer isn’t going to last forever. Take advantage of the sunshine and all of the fun the Ozarks has to offer. Here’s a list of 12 things to do in Southwest Missouri before summer ends! 12 Things to Do Before Summer Ends #1 1984 Arcade Springfield Zoom back to […]
Although our 4th of July celebrations may look a little different this year, we are so thankful that they are taking place at all! If you plan on getting out to see a fireworks show, please remember to wash your hands and follow all guidelines established by our local health centers. For a few cleaning […]
We have already had some HOT summer days in Southwest Missouri. If you’re like us, you probably have the AC cranked ready for a higher electric bill. Did you know you can cool your home comfortably without sending your summer electric bills sky high? Here are our top 10 tips to help lower your electric […]
One of the most memorable aspects of the coronavirus pandemic will be the empty grocery store shelves. Shoppers stacked their carts with items like rice, bread, meat, and canned goods until there was none left to spare. How many of us saw those empty shelves and stopped to think about the farmers who produce those […]
Anybody need a vacation? How about a staycation? Although some states are preparing to open for business, a number of families have already canceled their vacation plans for this spring and summer. All of this time at home has left many of us feeling stir crazy dreaming of the beach, the mountains, the lake, really […]
On top of this coronavirus pandemic, you may have forgotten that it’s tornado season in Missouri. Tornadoes can occur any time of year, but they typically peak between April and June here in Tornado Alley. One thing you can do to protect yourself and your loved ones safe is install a storm shelter in or […]
In a matter of days, life has changed as we know it. Schools have closed, plans have been cancelled, and the majority of America is being asked to stay home until further notice. There’s really no way to know what kind of an economic impact this world health crisis is going to have. But our […]
The spring housing market got an early start in 2020. Historically, April has kicked off the busiest buying season of the year. From 2015 through 2018, April was the peak month for average views per listing on Realtor.com. In 2019, however, January was recorded as the busiest month in 20 of the largest 100 metropolitan […]
Everyone loves food. It sustains, nourishes, and satisfies us multiple times a day. How much of our day do we spend planning meals, shopping for groceries, or preparing food? Most likely you’re part of the 99% of America that eats food but doesn’t produce it. If that’s the case, you may not have a modern […]
Is the farm life for you? The average farmer in the United States is 50 years old. Our country is about to face a huge problem, as these farmers are preparing to retire. The number of young farmers prepared to take their place is less than any ever before. How can we solve this problem? […]