417 Magazine

05/23/2026

There’s a lot to love about Brew 21 Extra Chromosome Coffee Co., but the people are what make it special. ☕💛 This Springfield coffee shop is creating meaningful opportunities for adults with disabilities while building a space full of joy, community and really good coffee.

Brew 21 Extra Chromosome Coffee Co. serves community alongside every cup.

05/23/2026

There’s a lot to love about Brew 21 Extra Chromosome Coffee Co. (), but the people are what make it special. ☕💛 This Springfield coffee shop is creating meaningful opportunities for adults with disabilities while building a space full of joy, community and really good coffee.

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05/22/2026

Screens are part of everyday life, but balance matters for kids’ development. 🧠 CoxHealth experts explain how too much screen time can affect attention, emotional regulation and sleep, and what parents may notice when things feel off.

CoxHealth experts explain how screen time can affect child development, attention span, sleep and emotional regulation.

05/22/2026

This might be the cutest big-girl room we’ve ever seen. 🦋💗 Quinn’s new bedroom is packed with personality thanks to the custom pink loft bed, smart storage solutions and all the playful little details woven throughout the space. And honestly, we’d like one too.

A custom pink loft bed with built-in storage turns one little girl's room into a smart, space-saving retreat—freeing up floor space, corralling clutter and making room for what matters most.

05/21/2026

Springfield is home to the best aquarium in America... again. 🌎🐟

Wonders of Wildlife just took the top spot in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for the eighth year. We rounded up eight reasons locals and visitors keep coming back.

Wonders of Wildlife earns its 8th USA Today Best Aquarium nomination. Explore exhibits, conservation work and how to vote before May 11.

05/20/2026

An allergen-free café that still delivers on comfort food? Yes please. ✨ is serving breakfast and lunch that’s Celiac-safe, Alpha-Gal safe and free from the top nine allergens

05/19/2026

Just some quiet garden magic for your feed today. 🌷✨

Read our Beautiful Gardens feature in the May issue of 417 Magazine for even more local garden inspiration.

05/19/2026

Your roof might need more than new shingles. 🏠 Midwest Roofing says inspections often uncover hidden issues homeowners don’t expect, like ventilation problems, damaged decking, flashing concerns and insurance surprises. Before starting a roofing project, here are six things Missouri homeowners should know and the questions worth asking first.

Replacing your roof in Missouri? Learn the key issues most homeowners overlook, from attic ventilation to insurance costs.

05/19/2026

Dan and Sam Mathews thought they were just renovating a camper. Instead, it completely changed the direction of their lives.

Years later, the Springfield couple has built a platform reaching more than a million people by sharing adventures, family life and the reality behind it all, the fun moments and the hard ones too. We loved hearing how it all started and why they still believe in “always choosing adventure.” ✨

Dan and Sam Mathews turned a camper renovation into a full-time life online.