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.

"Internationally acclaimed pianist Dmitry Shishkin will take the stage at the Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Comp...
12/30/2025

"Internationally acclaimed pianist Dmitry Shishkin will take the stage at the Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex this January, bringing his remarkable talent and heartfelt style to Joplin." 🎵

Described as "a flamboyant pianist of great musical honesty and imagination," Dmitry's show is one you don't want to miss! To catch his show, head to the Cornell Complex on Sunday, January 11 at 2 p.m.

For more local upcoming events, pick up your copy of December's print edition or visit our website!

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"Over the years, Buddy Thomas has achieved several historic milestones in his field. He became the first deaf member of ...
12/29/2025

"Over the years, Buddy Thomas has achieved several historic milestones in his field. He became the first deaf member of the American Bladesmith Society and the first and only deaf bladesmith to compete on the History Channel's 'Forged in Fire.' His appearance on the show later earned him recognition as a Top 10 Fan Favorite."

Since competing on "Forged in Fire," Buddy has generated an online presence known as The Deaf Bladesmith where he posts videos using spoken English, American Sign Language and captions so everyone can follow along. Also, Buddy keeps his commissions open and has even created three knives for the singer Post Malone!

To continue reading, "Buddy Thomas, aka The Deaf Bladesmith, Shares Art Through Bladesmithing," pick up your copy of December's print edition or visit our website!

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"Remembering the holiday season: I grew up with my mom taping Christmas cards around the doorframe of our living room. M...
12/26/2025

"Remembering the holiday season: I grew up with my mom taping Christmas cards around the doorframe of our living room. My grandma had a fake electric fireplace and some of my aunts used interior moldings and window ledges for colorful card displays in their homes. That holiday display was different and evolving every Christmas.

The cards were full of the holy family, the three kings, shepherds and the loved manger scene. And no surprise to a young budding naturalist, there was wildlife. The holidays, including the week after Christmas leading to New Year's Day, were cloaked with a second theme around the religious reason for the season...fun and appreciation of the snowy, beautiful nature."

For more Christmas stories and local holiday celebrations, pick up your copy of December's print edition or visit our website!

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Merry Christmas! 🎄❤All of us at ShowMe The Ozarks are grateful to our amazing readers today and always. Thank you for be...
12/25/2025

Merry Christmas! 🎄❤

All of us at ShowMe The Ozarks are grateful to our amazing readers today and always. Thank you for being part of our community and for supporting the stories, voices and creativity we share. We wish you a day filled with warmth, reflection and joy, and we can't wait to bring you more stories in the year ahead! ✨

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"There's a certain kind of magic that fills the air when you're a kid at Christmastime. You can feel it as soon as the s...
12/24/2025

"There's a certain kind of magic that fills the air when you're a kid at Christmastime. You can feel it as soon as the season begins; in the first chill of winter, the glow of twinkling lights and the comforting smell of something sweet baking in the kitchen. But somewhere between growing up, paying bills and managing the holiday chaos, that childlike wonder seems to fade." 🎅🏻🎁

Are you starting to feel like the season has become a checklist instead of a feeling? If so, take a look at Amy's 6 tips to finding Christmas spirit as an adult! ✨🎄

For more stories about Christmas traditions and local celebrations, pick up your copy of December's print edition or visit our website!

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"In 1946, the world was beginning to recover from the aftermath of World War II. Christmas of that year took on a new me...
12/23/2025

"In 1946, the world was beginning to recover from the aftermath of World War II. Christmas of that year took on a new meaning for families in America. That year marked a return to normalcy, and holiday traditions became a beacon of hope and joy.

Families embraced the warmth of togetherness. Christmas trees adorned homes as symbols of not only the birth of Jesus and the real reason we celebrate this beloved holiday, but also as a symbol of renewal and celebration after the hardships of the war."

For the author of this story, Larry Whiteley, Christmas Day in 1946 was significant for another reason; it was the day he was born in an old farmhouse surrounded by loved ones preparing for their holiday festivities.

To continue reading, "The Great Outdoors: Born on Christmas Day," pick up your copy of December's print edition or visit our website!

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"If you're looking to get away for a quick recharge during the holidays or for a unique setting to host a holiday gather...
12/22/2025

"If you're looking to get away for a quick recharge during the holidays or for a unique setting to host a holiday gathering, look no further than Shangri-La on Grand Lake resort in Northern Oklahoma. The resort is bringing holiday magic to the shores of Grand Lake O' the Cherokees with a month-long calendar of festive events for families, specialty packages and an over-the-top New Year's Eve celebration. From lakeside sleigh rides and Santa visits to chef-curated dining and artisan showcases, the vast array of offerings makes Shangri-La a top destination for effortless holiday gatherings."

To continue reading, "Get Away to Shangri-La Resort this Holiday Season," pick up your copy of December's print edition or visit our website!

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Photos courtesy of Shangri-La

"While there's a reason we call this the most wonderful time of the year, the dark, cold days bring their own concerns. ...
12/19/2025

"While there's a reason we call this the most wonderful time of the year, the dark, cold days bring their own concerns. December is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) awareness month, and for good reason: the days get shorter, everything gets darker sooner and it's easy to feel like the days are passing you by."

What are some of the best ways to combat SAD?
☀ Do your best to get some sunlight in your day!
❤ Stay social and surround yourself with friends and family.
🏋️‍♀️ Stay active by exercising and maintaining your routine.
🏥 Consult with your doctor to make sure something more serious isn't going on.

For tales, traditions and treats that will bring some light to the dark days of winter, pick up your copy of December's print edition or visit our website!

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"When filling up a basket or cart with all the things we enjoy eating and find to be delectably delightful for our holid...
12/18/2025

"When filling up a basket or cart with all the things we enjoy eating and find to be delectably delightful for our holiday meal, most of us take a quick trip to our local grocer. But Kelly Hock of Webb City, Missouri, prefers living off the land and knows there are wide-ranging benefits in doing so." 🥦🍅🥕

Foragers like Kelly search for and gather provisions from the wild. "It's grocery shopping outside. Highly nutritious foods and delicious flavors can be found in most yards around town and most areas outdoors," said Kelly.

To continue reading, "Foraging for Your Traditional Holiday Meals Starts with 'Shopping' Outdoors," pick up your copy of December's print edition or visit our website!

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More than a decade ago, Abigail Owens would have never dreamed she’d be running, let alone entering – and finishing – se...
12/17/2025

More than a decade ago, Abigail Owens would have never dreamed she’d be running, let alone entering – and finishing – several distance events. She says, "Honestly, if you looked at me in 2018 and said, ‘I bet you a million dollars you’re going to be running 5Ks and providing personal training for some amazing people,’ I’d have taken that bet." 🏃‍♀️🏆💪

To continue reading, "Why I Run: Abigail Owens Overcomes Weight of Health Struggles to Cross Finish Line," pick up your copy of December's print edition or visit our website!

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"When Andy Johnson and his wife Jennafer bought 40 acres of land outside Joplin, Missouri, they didn't have a plan beyon...
12/16/2025

"When Andy Johnson and his wife Jennafer bought 40 acres of land outside Joplin, Missouri, they didn't have a plan beyond wanting a little space and perhaps a project they could work on together. Neither had an agricultural background but both loved the tradition of cutting down a live Christmas tree."

20 years later and Johnson Family Farm is still living up to its motto: "Creating memories one tree at a time."

Located at 9615 County Lane 251, Webb City, Missouri, Johnson Family Farm offers visitors their choice of pre-cut trees or the opportunity to cut down their own tree. Saws, wagons and friendly guidance are provided to help guests through each step of the tree cutting process.

To continue reading, "20 Years of Christmas Tree Memories at Johnson Family Farm," pick up your copy of December's print edition or visit our website!

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"It's easy to get caught up in the wrapping, unwrapping and shopping of gifts and materialistic things at Christmastime,...
12/15/2025

"It's easy to get caught up in the wrapping, unwrapping and shopping of gifts and materialistic things at Christmastime, but Oakton Church in Lamar, Missouri, has reminded people each year for 68 years about what is most important during this special season with its Annual Outdoor Living Nativity Pageant."

The Living Nativity Pageant will take place at Oakton Church between December 19-21 at 6:30 p.m. and will last approximately 25 minutes and continue every half hour until the final show starts at 9 p.m.

"All of us who are involved in this ministry truly believe in the message that is presented. Lots of people who don't go to church will come to see this. We hope it speaks to them. We consider it an honor to give this gift to our community," said Patty Hininger, Oakton Church Pageant secretary.

To continue reading, "Oakton Church Keeps Tradition Alive with 68th Annual Outdoor Living Nativity Pageant," pick up your copy of December'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.