Welcome to Southern Missouri Lifestyle Magazine! We're pretty fond of the Ozarks and that is why we've dedicated an online magazine to showcasing the rich treasures Southern Missouri has to offer! Whether it’s our awesome people, stunning spots, delicious local eats, wellness or the area’s rich history, you can find it right here in Southern Missouri Lifestyle Magazine!
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Charlie Kirk: The Man Behind The Microphone.
Forget the headlines and soundbites—The Man Behind the Microphone offers a grounded, no-nonsense look at who the late Charlie Kirk really was and what he truly stood for. No fluff, no spin—just the facts.
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From City to Soul: The Rise of the Homesteading Surge In Southern Missouri.
In a world that’s speeding up, more and more people are choosing to slow down—way down. Find out why Southern Missouri is quietly becoming a beacon for those who are ready to reconnect with nature, community, and a simpler way of life!
Taste The Flavors of Fall: Try the Hearty Southern-Style Beef and Butternut Squash Stew!
This delicious stew is more than a recipe—it’s a celebration of the harvest. The beef brings hearty richness, while the butternut squash adds a soft sweetness that balances every bite!
Snug and Warm- Ensuring Our Pets Cooler Weather Comfort.
Winter has a way of sneaking up on us. As humans, we know how to prepare for cold weather. But what about our pets?
Before the Cold Sets In: How Southern Missouri Got Ready for Winter the Old-Fashioned Way.
Southern Missouri is fortunate to host four seasons, and now that fall is upon us — with cooler mornings, woodsmoke on the breeze, and the sycamores trading green for gold — it seems a fine time to look back on how preparing for this season was done in younger years.
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Millwheel & Surprise: The Rise of John L. C. Turner & Surprise, Mo.
Discover how John Letcher Clay Turner journeyed from Virginia in the late 1800s to establish Turner’s Mill—reinvigorating an old grist-and-sawmill on the Eleven Point River and founding the town of Surprise (aka Turner’s Mill) in Oregon County, Missouri!
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A Lasting Harmony: Dolly Parton, Porter Wagoner, and Their Southern Missouri Roots.
Discover the surprising hometown connection that kept Porter Wagoner and Dolly Parton close—even as their careers soared. Click to learn how their bond to West Plains, Missouri, endured behind the spotlight.
(Courtesy: Missouri Ruralist)
Timber and Ties: A Story of Southern Missouri Barn Raising!
Step back in time and discover the incredible teamwork and tradition behind a barn raising in early Southern Missouri—see how communities came together to build more than just structures!
(Courtesy: Mammoth Springs National Park)
The Hidden Source: Exploring the Flow of Mammoth Spring's 28,000 Gallons per Minute!
Discover the breathtaking flow of water at Mammoth Spring National Park, where 28,000 gallons pour forth every minute—witness nature’s true power in Southern Missouri!
(Courtesy: W.S. Chamber Of Commerce)
Vision In The Pines: The Legacy of J.W. Harris and the Birth of Willow Springs.
Step into the past and discover the remarkable story of J.W. Harris, the visionary who laid the foundation for Willow Springs—his legacy still echoes today!
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Flight of the Geese: Migration, Mysteries, and Habits of Canadian Geese Across Southern Missouri.
Uncover the fascinating science behind the Canadian Wild Geese’s V formation and their remarkable north-south migration—nature’s precision in motion!
(Courtesy: Missouri Archives)
Tracks of Progress: How Railroads Shaped Southern Missouri’s Towns.
Travel back in time and discover how the expanding railroad shaped the early development of Southern Missouri towns—exploring the roots of local history and growth.
