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.

A glass of wine with Thanksgiving dinner, some spiked eggnog or a warm glass of spiked apple cider, a bottle of celebrat...
11/25/2025

A glass of wine with Thanksgiving dinner, some spiked eggnog or a warm glass of spiked apple cider, a bottle of celebratory champagne to bring in the new year; it is not uncommon to enjoy an alcoholic beverage during the holidays. For some people, however, one drink is all it takes to fall into a vicious cycle.

This was the case for Craig Whaley, who fell into addiction after being invited to happy hour and drinking with a friend.

"The only alcohol my parents drank was champagne at their wedding. I joke that maybe I was making up for lost time. I loved the effect alcohol and drugs gave me. I never lost my belief and had not God intervened, I might have hit another rock bottom after the su***de attempt. Addiction is so consuming, and you are desperately trying not to be sick," said Craig.

Craig's road to recovery included rehab and relapse, but ultimately he has been sober for almost 10 years and he has become an advocate in the Joplin recovery community.

To continue reading Craig's story in "Ascent Insight Into Substance Use Disorder," pick up your copy of November's print edition or visit our website!

Don't forget to have a Holly Jolly day with La Boussole Medical Spa and Wellness Center on Saturday, December 6 for thei...
11/24/2025

Don't forget to have a Holly Jolly day with La Boussole Medical Spa and Wellness Center on Saturday, December 6 for their 4th Annual Christmas on the Ridge event!

Enjoy discounted spa mini services, pop-up shops, charity raffle, giveaways, complimentary food and drinks, live music, hot chocolate bar and photos with Santa! 🎄

"Sense of Place projects are designed to embrace stories, feelings and ideas from the printed page or the digital space ...
11/24/2025

"Sense of Place projects are designed to embrace stories, feelings and ideas from the printed page or the digital space to new platforms, such as art, murals, signage, architecture, landscaping, stone markers and more. These types of projects create dialogue, social equity, a sense of belonging, collaboration, teamwork, identity and self-confidence. They are interdisciplinary and intergenerational," said Kim McCully-Mobley in her story for The Creative Edge, "All Roads Lead Home in Aurora, Missouri."

Local educator and historian Kim McNully-Mobley is the coordinator for the Aurora Area Affiliate of the Community Foundation of the Ozarks and the co-director of the Aurora Houn' Dawg Alumni & Outreach Center. One of Kim's primary focuses lately has been collaborating in community partnerships to create Sense of Place projects throughout the Aurora, Missouri, area.

"We have created an All Roads Lead Home Pavilion, an All Roads Lead Home Memorial Garden, a series of All Roads Lead Home murals, an All Roads Lead Home flag display, some commemorative stones and even some All Roads Lead Home shirts, socks and jackets," said Kim.

To continue reading "All Roads Lead Home in Aurora, Missouri," pick up your copy of November's print edition or visit our website!

"For families who gather for holiday feasts, the season is about more than just delicious food. It’s a time to come toge...
11/21/2025

"For families who gather for holiday feasts, the season is about more than just delicious food. It’s a time to come together—sometimes for the first time in months or years—to enjoy one another’s company and to share stories. Whether you’re hosting a large family reunion or keeping things intimate with a small circle of loved ones, the heart of the holidays is connection. But with all the joy and excitement, it’s easy to overlook the simple safety precautions that ensure the day remains memorable for the right reasons."

Continue reading for Joely's tips to make sure your holiday gathering is happy, healthy and hazard free!

For more holiday stories and upcoming festive events, pick up your copy of November's print edition or visit our website!

"When Novah Guenther walked into a wide-open second-floor space at 2613 S. Main St. in Joplin, Missouri, two and a half ...
11/20/2025

"When Novah Guenther walked into a wide-open second-floor space at 2613 S. Main St. in Joplin, Missouri, two and a half years ago, she saw more than empty walls and warehouse floors. She imagined floor-to-ceiling windows filling the room with sunshine, a cozy atmosphere that would inspire both her and her clients, and a space that could double as a creative studio."

Novah's vision and the hard work she put into creating SugarBum earned her first place in the Salon Suite Décor category at the 2025 Hair Awards, the largest competition of its kind in the beauty industry.

To continue reading, "Joplin Stylist Brings Home Prestigious Salon Suite Décor Award," pick up your copy of November's print edition or visit our website!

Charlie 22 Outdoors Executive Director Scott Hettinger knew he wanted to create an organization focused on giving back a...
11/19/2025

Charlie 22 Outdoors Executive Director Scott Hettinger knew he wanted to create an organization focused on giving back and serving veterans and their families. It took some time for his vision to become a reality and challenges came up along the way, including Scott suffering a major health scare. To Scott, his recovery was proof he survived to fulfill a greater purpose.

"I'm at home recovering and I keep getting this 'nudge' to veterans and to the military. I kept feeling God say 'veterans' to me. I didn't know what He was trying to tell me, but I just knew I needed to work with veterans," said Scott. "We went to church October 8, 2017. The pastor at our church preached on Joshua 1:9: 'This is my command, be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.' It became so vividly clear to me what I was going to do. I still didn't know what it was going to look like or where it was going to be, but I knew it was going to be an outdoors military ministry."

To continue reading "Charlie 22 Outdoors Laser-Focused on Serving Those Who Served," pick up your copy of November's print edition or visit our website!

Most of us didn't know what we were going to be when we grew up at five years old, but most of us aren't Ben Mauk. Ben s...
11/18/2025

Most of us didn't know what we were going to be when we grew up at five years old, but most of us aren't Ben Mauk. Ben started loving football from the sidelines watching his father coach at a high school in Lima, Ohio. Eventually he became a ball boy, then a team manager, then a football player himself.

"After high school, Ben played at Wake Forest University before finishing his career and earning his master's degree at the University of Cincinnati. Coaching was a natural next step. He began in Ohio, then spent a decade at Glendale High School in Springfield, Missouri, before coming to Monett."

To continue reading "Ben Mauk's Monett Cubs: Character, Unity, Bravery and Service," pick up your copy of November's print edition or visit our website!

Jingle all the way to La Boussole Medical Spa and Wellness Center on Saturday, December 6 for their 4th Annual Christmas...
11/17/2025

Jingle all the way to La Boussole Medical Spa and Wellness Center on Saturday, December 6 for their 4th Annual Christmas on the Ridge event!

Enjoy discounted spa mini services, pop-up shops, charity raffle, giveaways, complimentary food and drinks, live music, hot chocolate bar and photos with Santa! 🎄🎁

Lamar, Seneca and Carthage football teams have advanced to play for District titles with hopes of keeping their state ch...
11/17/2025

Lamar, Seneca and Carthage football teams have advanced to play for District titles with hopes of keeping their state championship dreams alive and deeper post-season pushes into early December.

“I’m incredibly proud of this team,” said Lamar Tigers Head Coach Jared Beshore. “They’ve shown what it means to be coachable, resilient and selfless. We’ve battled adversity at different points, and every time, these kids chose to work harder, lean on each other and represent Lamar with pride."

To continue reading, "Lamar, Seneca, Carthage Football Teams Celebrate District Championship Runs," visit our website!

"For many families, Thanksgiving is about gathering around a table and sharing a meal. For some veterans in Southwest Mi...
11/14/2025

"For many families, Thanksgiving is about gathering around a table and sharing a meal. For some veterans in Southwest Missouri, that meal might not be possible without a little help. OurVeteransFirst, a nonprofit based in Joplin, is making sure those who served do not go without during the holiday season."

OurVeteransFirst began their Thanksgiving Basket Giveaway in 2023 and they provided 11 baskets to veterans in need. In 2024, they provided 36 baskets and they are expecting to double that number this year.

To continue reading "OurVeteransFirst Marks Third Year of Thanksgiving Basket Giveaway for Veterans," pick up your copy of November's print edition or visit our website.

Let's give a big shoutout to this week's Sports Standout, Lizzie Smith!Seventeen-year-old Lizzie Smith is in her senior ...
11/13/2025

Let's give a big shoutout to this week's Sports Standout, Lizzie Smith!

Seventeen-year-old Lizzie Smith is in her senior year at Monett High School.

"The variety of shots I've learned has helped me be successful. Tennis is a game of repetition, so it takes a lot of practice to become a good player. Winning is a big motivator for me," said Lizzie.

To continue reading about Lizzie, pick up a copy of November's print edition or visit our website!

Rachel Young and her husband were returning home after her husband finished his military tour of duty. Rachel decided to...
11/12/2025

Rachel Young and her husband were returning home after her husband finished his military tour of duty. Rachel decided to pursue her dream job and was hired on as a full-time firefighter with Battlefield Fire Protection District (Greene County, Missouri).

"Three months into my new position, I was shot while on duty during a morning run. It was unprovoked. The day of this incident is also my wedding anniversary. It's not a happy and solemn day to celebrate," said Rachel.

Between the heartbreaking loss of her dream job and medical debts piling up, Rachel found herself in a bout of depression. After two years of struggling to leave her bed, Rachel found the desire to move her body with support from her husband, Chris, and her faith in God.

To continue reading "Why I Run: Distance Runner Rachel Young is Proof that Perseverance Pays Off," pick up your copy of November's print edition or visit our website!

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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.