Magazine News
Teacher of the Year Anderson Middle School Math Teacher Terri Casto Recovers After Health Scare; Named Teacher of the Year
By Don Lowe Recently being named Anderson Middle School Teacher of the Year was made more special for Terri Casto, after having recovered from a serious health scare not all that long ago. Casto’s world changed drastically a little more than a year ago. “On...
Sowing independence: Nurturing homesteading and food sovereignty for sustainable living
By Amy Howe Homesteading, once a historical practice, has experienced a resurgence in popularity in our culture over the last handful of years. In an era dominated by technology and fast-paced living, homesteading, and other food sovereignty initiatives, represents a...
McDonald County High School Art Teacher Overcomes Health Problems, Achieves Teacher of the Year
By Don Lowe Considering her background in art, perhaps McDonald County High School Teacher of the Year Theresa Walthall figures she has a blank canvas in front of her after the health difficulties this resilient woman and her husband, Travis, faced a year ago. ...
Creative Edge: Chad Keutzer is sharpening his creative skills
By Ann Leach It all started when Chad Keutzer built a knife and realized he needed a sheath to hold it. He went to the shoe repair store in Lamar, Missouri, and got some scrap leather and figured out how to create a simple sheath. “I really enjoyed doing that and...
McDonald County Schools welcomes new superintendent, Dr. Eric Findley
By Ann Leach Growing up in Indiana gave Dr. Eric Findley an early look at leadership and mentors to admire. “In Indiana, basketball is kind of a big thing, and everyone followed the Indiana Hoosiers,” he said. “Bobby Knight was the coach. And just like everyone at the...
Sandra Dawn captures spirit of Christmas in large-scale window displays
By Ann Leach It’s been “beginning to look a lot like Christmas” for Sandra Dawn for about a year now. As a muralist creating the downtown Joplin window displays at the Newman building (this is her third year to do so), design meetings have been held throughout the...
The Cornerstone Bank Stands Test Time 125th Anniversary 1898-2023
By Don Lowe The Cornerstone Bank has flourished throughout Missouri, Oklahoma and Arkansas for 125 years. As their team recently gathered to celebrate the important milestone, leadership recognized character, consistency, and competency as keys to the bank’s ability...
C2C Presents…HOLIDAY MUSIC to make the SEASON BRIGHT
Is your holiday spirit ready to soar this season? Or are you feeling a little overwhelmed by all there is to do to make the magic happen this year? Head to the Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex to kick off the season in style with some new twists on...
Festive tradition of Christmas tree farm adds joy to holidays
By Don Lowe There are so many families who enjoy the festive holiday tradition of going out and finding just the right Christmas tree to celebrate a joyful season. Those special memories are what led to opening Bridgestone Christmas Tree Farm about 12 years ago, and...
McDonald County resident Cheryl Franklin “grows” interest in homesteading movement
By Don Lowe Long-time McDonald County, Missouri, resident Cheryl Franklin is right at home in founding and organizing the Ozarks Homesteading Expo, which first began four years ago in Neosho and will host its fourth consecutive gathering in Marshfield, Missouri,...
Chase the Chill brings cold-weather wear to the community
Nonprofits Making a Difference In this month of gratitude, we’re giving thanks for the multiple nonprofit organizations that serve our region daily. And we appreciate those of you who support them with your time and your dollars. You are making a difference for so...
Advocacy, action and support for kids give CASA volunteers purpose
By Ann Leach As a court-appointed special advocate (CASA) in Jasper County, Missouri, Lauren, a CASA volunteer, helped her assigned teen apply for college and then tour the campus. Volunteer Stacy attended court with her assigned children to help calm their anxiety...
Faces & Places
Calling All Singles
Show Me The Ozarks Magazine is looking for single individuals to highlight for February's "Singles in the City". If you are single and ready to mingle, email us at [email protected]. Be sure to include your contact information and short biography in your...
“Find the Green Smiley Face” Contest Winner
Congratulations to Ella Hudson, winner of the September edition "Find the Green Smiley Face" contest Ella wins 2 Gift certificates for McAlister's Deli in Joplin, MO. The Green Smiley face was on page 53, in the bottom left photo in the Joplin Petland ad.
10th Annual Cutest Pet Contest
We are so excited that it is time for our 10th Annual Cutest Pet Contest! Winners are chosen by our panel of judges. The 1st place winner will be on the cover our September edition! If chosen, your pet must be available for a photo session. The 2nd and 3rd place...