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05/27/2026

The Spring,” a locally produced supernatural slow-burn thriller filmed entirely in the 573 (Perryville, Ste. Genevieve & more), will have a special advance screening at the **St. Charles Film Festival** this Saturday.

📅 **Saturday, May 30 at 7 PM**
📍 **St. Charles Opera House**

Proudly made with local actors (most first-timers!), historic locations, and pure 573 grit. Come support independent Missouri filmmaking! See details at 573 MAGAZINE.

05/26/2026

It took nearly 5 years, tested friendships, and a whole lot of stubbornness… but **The Spring** is done.

This atmospheric supernatural thriller was shot right here in southeast Missouri using historic locations and mostly local first-time actors. Now it’s ready for its big local debut.

If you love supporting homegrown talent and Missouri stories, mark your calendar:

**The Spring**
St. Charles Film Festival
Saturday, May 30 • 7 PM
St. Charles Opera House

Come represent the 573! 🎟️

Congratulations to all who helped in any way to push this film over the finish line.

Read the full story...link in first comment 👇

05/23/2026

Hey, 573 Family,

Wondering what to do in Farmington on a rainy Memorial Day weekend?

573 has you covered! Swing by Columbia St Mercantile and enjoy their delicious house-made ice cream (fresh-churned daily with fun rotating flavors), old-school candy, unique toys, gifts, and novelties. It’s the perfect sweet spot right in downtown Farmington. 🍦

🎡 While you’re there, make plans for Farmington Country Days, returning June 5-7, 2026! 🎡

Enjoy the Ozarks Federal Midway carnival rides, the big Nicholson Heating and Air Parade (Friday at 6 PM), Sam Scism Ford Car Show, live music, vendors, and that unbeatable small-town summer energy — all completely free!

Want the full scoop on Country Days and Columbia Street Mercantile? Details + 4k video + more pics at 573 Magazine. 👇 Link in comment 👇

Thanks for supporting the 573: Farmington Country Days, Columbia St Mercantile, Local Tire and Brake, Fredrock, Becoming Bev, and WorkSpace573. Show them some ❤️

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05/21/2026

🎡🍦 Farmington Country Days is back June 5-7, 2026!

Free downtown festival fun with carnival rides, parade, car show & live music — plus fresh house-made ice cream at **Columbia Street Mercantile**!

Read the full story: https://www.573magazine.com/post/country-days-farmington-mssouri-columbia-st-mercantile-ice-cream

A special thank you to the awesome sponsors of this story: Columbia St Mercantile ~ Farmington Country Days ~ Local Tire and Brake ~ Farmington Regional Chamber. Our sponsors make the 573 possible. Be sure to visit them!

Who's going? Drop a 🍦 below!

Discover Farmington Missouri ~ Visit Missouri

05/20/2026

Hey 573 Family! Be sure to mark this on your calendar—you won't want to miss it!

Mark your calendars, if you haven’t already!

On July 20, 2026, Cape is hosting a FREE Elvis tribute concert at the Arena Building. The same place Elvis performed 71 years ago in 1955!

Finley Watkins brings Elvis to life with a full live band. Doors open at 5 PM, show starts at 6 PM. Did we mention it's free?

📅 Monday, July 20, 2026
📍 Arena Building | 410 Kiwanis Drive
🎟️ FREE event
⏰ Doors: 5 PM | Show: 6 PM

05/18/2026

Advance Screening of The Spring
– filmmed locally and screening at the NEW prestigious St. Charles Film Festival!

St. Charles Opera House | May 30, 7 PM | St. Charles Film Festival.

A historically-based supernatural thriller filmed with stunning production value right in the heart of the Midwest. Written and directed by Thomas Smugala, The Spring delivers historic edge-of-your-seat suspense starring Mary Michelle and Scott Dunn.

Perfect for fans of atmospheric horror, small-town secrets, and supernatural suspense — limited seats available for this special festival presentation! Get Your Tickets Now for the St. Charles Film Festival advance screening of The Spring—stcharlesff.com

The Spring – When you’re hungry, you’ll do anything.

For trailer and info visit TheSpringMovie.com
, Freindly Perryville, film commission,

05/15/2026

Did you know that in Perryville, MO, there's a full-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, exactly like the one in Washington, DC? It features a black granite wall engraved with the names of more than 58,000 fallen service members. It's FREE and just a short drive from just about anywhere in the 573. But Perryville has so much more to offer 👉 Head over to 573 MAGAZINE .COM ✨ OR Copy the link in the comment 👇 to hear our video interview with City Administrator Brent Buerck and get links to good eats & things to do, all right in your own backyard.



American Tractor ~ Missouri's National Veterans Memorial
Visit Perry County ~ City of Perryville Government ~ Mary Jane Burgers & Brew ~ Fuel Café ~ Villainous Grounds ~ Hoeckele's Bakery and Deli

05/14/2026

05/13/2026

What does it mean to truly belong? In Perryville, Missouri, it means being part of a supportive community that values innovation and connection. From day trips to lifelong stays, see why so many are choosing to call this town home. Read more about the Perryville spirit in 573 MAGAZINE.



American Tractor ~ Missouri's National Veterans Memorial
Visit Perry County ~ City of Perryville Government ~ Mary Jane Burgers & Brew ~ Fuel Café ~ Villainous Grounds ~ Hoeckele's Bakery and Deli

05/11/2026

Aaron surprised Jaden with the most romantic birthday at Fredrock Glampground and popped the question in the most magical way. 💍🥹 Congrats on your engagement, Jaden & Aaron — your story is pure fairytale magic. ✨