ShowMe The Ozarks Magazine

ShowMe The Ozarks Magazine A Monthly Magazine, Celebrating the Culture & Lifestyle of the 4-States! Show Me the Ozarks Magazine has been bringing you the best of 4-States area since 2001!

We are more than a magazine… we are filled with many entertaining, informative reads and beautiful photography! We are a locally owned and operated publication dedicated to displaying the art, culture, local business and lifestyle of our area. Each month, we showcase a different feature town so that we can share the events and people of those areas with our community. Find your copy today, you don

’t want to miss the latest events, features and people that make our community an incredible place to live.

Show Me Sports Roundup is a way to show off your favorite local football team just in time for the start of the season! ...
08/27/2025

Show Me Sports Roundup is a way to show off your favorite local football team just in time for the start of the season! Thanks to our sponsors at Edward Jones -- Myles Miller in Nevada and Gentiva Hospice, we are spotlighting a few teams this week including the Neosho Wildcats, McDonald County Mustangs, Nevada Tigers and Pittsburg State Gorillas. Each feature includes an insight into each team and an interview with the head coaches!

For more information about ads or to sponsor your favorite team, contact Joely Edwards at [email protected] or by phone at 785-215-0647.

The City of Frontenac learned in late 2019 that the city was the beneficiary of the Tavella family estate. Even though R...
08/26/2025

The City of Frontenac learned in late 2019 that the city was the beneficiary of the Tavella family estate. Even though Richard and Jeanette (Guerrero) Tavella made their life in Kansas City, they remained tied to their roots in Southeast Kansas. The Tavellas left their estate to the city and dedicated their money to building a public library, which will be the first public library within Frontenac.

“The City of Frontenac gratefully acknowledges Richard and Jeanette Tavella for their overwhelming generosity in establishing the Frontenac Public Library. This gift will serve Frontenac by providing access to information and resources, supporting literacy and education, promoting lifelong learning, and serving as a community gathering space for generations to come.”

To continue reading "Bringing Heritage, Community and Books Together," pick up your copy of August's print edition or visit our website. The link is in the comments!

By: Jaiden Dorris

After a little more than three decades of educating children in Joplin, Missouri, Thomas Jefferson Independent Day Schoo...
08/25/2025

After a little more than three decades of educating children in Joplin, Missouri, Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School has surpassed 500-alumni milestone.

"Our alumni serve as a vital reminder and proof of the impact and importance of our mission-driven organization and the responsibility we have in educating them to make the most of their abilities," said Lauden Baker, Director of Development & Alumni Engagement.

Several alumni went on to do amazing things. "Some of the professions represented by our alumni include executive directors, lawyers, medical professionals, educators, architects, video directors, entrepreneurs, project managers, performers and many, many more," said Lauden.

To celebrate their milestone, Thomas Jefferson alumni are invited to attend a special event on October 5 that will be complete with "live music, inflatables and tasty treats."

To continue reading "Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School Surpasses 500-alumni Milestone," pick up your copy of August's print edition or visit our website. The link is in the comments!

By: Don Lowe

Are you a parent of a child who attends elementary school in Grove, Oklahoma? Are you looking for ways to inspire your l...
08/22/2025

Are you a parent of a child who attends elementary school in Grove, Oklahoma? Are you looking for ways to inspire your little one to read? Check out Claire's Reading Program!

If you haven't yet had the chance to read "Claire's Reading Program," from our August print edition, here is a special treat for you!

Retired registered nurse Louise Templin and her granddaughter, Claire, started Claire's Reading Program in Grove, Oklahoma, in September 2023.

"At Claire's Reading Program, our goal is to increase reading and writing capability, and empower readers to develop strong intellect with compassion and care for shelter animals," said Louise.

After you finish reading this article, check out our August print edition where you can find many other back-to-school stories to help you get ready for a new school year. Or you can check out our website! The link is in the comments.

By: Jaiden Dorris

With the start of a new school year, we are highlighting several men and women who have dedicated their time and effort ...
08/21/2025

With the start of a new school year, we are highlighting several men and women who have dedicated their time and effort shaping the minds of our next generations. This week we will focus on Gary Hallman and Jon Emery. 🎒🍎

To continue reading "Faces of Education 2025," pick up your August print edition or visit our website! The link is in our bio.

"We were frequently removing students from the class to give them sensory breaks, but we didn't have a consistent or wel...
08/20/2025

"We were frequently removing students from the class to give them sensory breaks, but we didn't have a consistent or well-equipped space for that," said Rylee Crain, special education teacher for Park Elementary in Columbus, Kansas. "The data from behavior charts and referrals made it clear: we needed something better."

Crain got to work, looking for solutions to create a designated space to calm students who needed to re-regulate. Crain applied for a grant which focused on initiatives like youth activities, education and wellness. The grant was approved and she was able to transform a make-shift storage closet into a sensory room accessible to all students.

"Students are now more independent and self-aware," said Crain. "They're learning to recognize when their bodies need movement, quiet or sensory input; and they know where to go get it."

To continue reading "From Storage Closet to Sanctuary," pick up your copy of August's print edition or visit our website. The link is in the comments!

By: Amy Howe

This month we are celebrating Show Me The Ozarks Magazine's 24th anniversary! We are so excited to share this milestone ...
08/19/2025

This month we are celebrating Show Me The Ozarks Magazine's 24th anniversary! We are so excited to share this milestone with our readers, our followers, our partners and our sponsors. 🎉

The last business we are celebrating milestones with is Pittsburg's Memorial Auditorium and Convention Center, who is celebrating 100 years of performing for the community of Pittsburg, Kansas. Cheers to 100 years! 🥂

To continue reading "Cheers to the Years," pick up your August print edition or visit our website! The link is in the comments.

Over the last 4 years, Josh and Shawnee Lorenz have completed several historic renovations in downtown Pittsburg, Kansas...
08/18/2025

Over the last 4 years, Josh and Shawnee Lorenz have completed several historic renovations in downtown Pittsburg, Kansas.

"The Greenway, a family-friendly food truck court and beer garden is located outside. The Bearded Bully Barbershop which offers a polished haircut and shave experience, and Biles Brothers Meeting House a speakeasy with crafted cocktails in an intimate atmosphere, recently set up shop at this location."

Another shop recently located to the property this past April, a local menswear and lifestyle goods shop called Miners + Monroe.

"While each business stands nicely on its own, together, they form a curated experience when enjoyed together," Shawnee said. "In one full afternoon, guests can browse thoughtfully selected merchandise, enjoy a refined cocktail, grab a fresh cut, and unwind outdoors with live music and a rotating lineup of local food trucks."

To continue reading "Entrepreneurial Spirit Breathes Life Into Historic Pittsburg Landmark," pick up your copy of the August print edition or visit our website. The link is in the comments!

By: Don Lowe

Whether you are a fan of Patrick Swayze or looking for a place to buy groceries, gas and liquor in Jasper, Missouri, Roa...
08/15/2025

Whether you are a fan of Patrick Swayze or looking for a place to buy groceries, gas and liquor in Jasper, Missouri, Road House Gas and Grocery has everything you need!

Father-daughter duo and Swayze enthusiasts, Helena Tong and Steve Tong decided to open a grocery and gas station because they felt it would be more beneficial for their community.

"Jasper has a lot of voids to fill. Lamar and Carthage each have grocery stores people can travel to but Jasper hasn't had one in years," said Helena.

Road House is just off of Highway 49 and is open from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. everyday, with plans to move to 24-hour opening times in the near future.

To continue reading "Ode to 'Road House' Movie Materializes in Gas and Grocery Store," pick up your August print edition or visit our website. The link is in the comments!

By: Heather Reynolds

Show Me The Ozarks is partnering with local businesses in our community! Each month, our figures will be posed in famili...
08/15/2025

Show Me The Ozarks is partnering with local businesses in our community! Each month, our figures will be posed in familiar places, offering deals and discounts to our followers.

This month, we are featuring a location in Joplin, Missouri! Do you recognize the business we are at? We're at Trophy House of Joplin! The 30 day promotion ends tomorrow, so make sure to stop by for your special discount before it's gone!

➡ Like this post!
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*This discount is valid for one use per customer per day for 30 days only!
Next month, we will feature a different local business, so let us know where you would like to find our figures next!

With a new school year rapidly approaching, we are highlighting several men and women who have dedicated their time and ...
08/14/2025

With a new school year rapidly approaching, we are highlighting several men and women who have dedicated their time and effort shaping the minds of our next generations. This week we will focus on Lindsey Murphy and McKinzie Cooper-Kunard. 🎒🍎

To continue reading "Faces of Education 2025," or to see who we will be highlighting next week, pick up your August print edition or visit our website! The link is in the comments.

"In 1885, the 13 Sisters of Mercy traveled from Louisville, Kentucky, to Joplin, Missouri, where they founded what was t...
08/13/2025

"In 1885, the 13 Sisters of Mercy traveled from Louisville, Kentucky, to Joplin, Missouri, where they founded what was then the Institute of Our Lady of Mercy. The school was run by nuns who were considered a novelty in the small town of Joplin. By 1912, St. Peter's grade school opened. Two decades later, plans were made for St. Peter's High School, a four-year co-ed high school, which was founded in 1935."

With 140 years of history and the 1972 formation of the Joplin Area Catholic Schools (JACS) system, the schools were given a connection and a stronger system of support.

Though the Joplin tornado destroyed St. Mary's Parish and School in 2011, they relocated to Central City Road west of Joplin and St. Peter's and McAuley schools are still located where they were originally built in 1885. On July 1, 2025, St. Ann's Catholic School of Carthage, Missouri, was added to the JACS system, bringing the total number of schools to four.

To continue reading, "Joplin Area Catholic Schools Celebrate 140 Years," pick up your copy of August's print edition or visit our website. The link is in the comments!

By: Heather Reynolds

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We are more than a magazine… we are filled with many entertaining, informative reads and beautiful photography!

Show Me the Ozarks Magazine has been bringing you the best of 4-States area since 2001! We love the community we live in and we our dedicated to displaying art, culture, local business and lifestyle of our area. Our goal is to provide our viewership and advertisers with an upscale, high quality, and memorable magazine. We achieve this by marketing our valued advertisers while representing the style, glamour and excitement of local experience. We feature a different town in the 4 State area each month and share the latest with our growing community.

Discover all of the current events and people that make our community an incredible place to live. Find your copy today or check out our digital magazine at www.showmetheozarks.com.