http://www.mixx.com/users/springfieldmocvb Mixx of activity by SpringfieldMoCVB en-us St. Louis Article: Xeriscape your garden before vacation by local St. Louis Senior Travel Examiner expert, Patsy Bell Hobson. Mon, 11 May 2009 12:58:07 +0000 http://www.mixx.com/stories/5215354/xeriscape_your_garden_before_vacation thingy_5215354 SpringfieldMoCVB http://www.examiner.com/x-1948-St-Louis-Senior-Travel-Examiner~y2009m5d10-Xeriscape-your-garden-before-vacation?cid=examiner-email Last chance for chili at Casper’s by local St. Louis Senior Travel Examiner expert, Patsy Bell Hobson. Thu, 07 May 2009 15:10:42 +0000 http://www.mixx.com/stories/5159513/last_chance_for_chili_at_casper_s thingy_5159513 SpringfieldMoCVB http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-1948-St-Louis-Senior-Travel-Examiner~y2009m5d7-Last-chance-for-chili-at-Caspers The Springfield, Mo., Convention & Visitors Bureau recently launched its spring 2009 advertising campaign targeting leisure travelers. The $1.040,000 is the largest in the bureau's history. Sun, 05 Apr 2009 00:10:22 +0000 http://www.mixx.com/stories/4528190/springfield_mo_cvb_launches_2009_advertising_campaign thingy_4528190 SpringfieldMoCVB http://springfield-missouri.blogspot.com/2009/04/springfield-mo-cvb-launches-2009.html The Comfort Suites Medical District hotel in Springfield, Mo., recently received a 2008-2009 Platinum Hospitality Award from Choice Hotels International, Inc., franchisor of the Comfort Suites brand. Sun, 05 Apr 2009 00:03:26 +0000 http://www.mixx.com/stories/4528161/comfort_suites_medical_district_hotel_in_springfield_wins_2008_09_platinum_hospitality_award thingy_4528161 SpringfieldMoCVB http://springfield-missouri.blogspot.com/2009/03/comfort-suites-medical-district-hotel.html Downtown Springfield, Missouri, is filled with scenic city views, arts, entertainment, dining and more! Mon, 30 Mar 2009 02:07:37 +0000 http://www.mixx.com/stories/4422154/check_out_downtown_springfield_mo_on_youtube thingy_4422154 SpringfieldMoCVB http://springfield-missouri.blogspot.com/2009/03/check-out-downtown-springfield-mo-on.html The Springfield, Missouri, Convention & Visitors Bureau uses Google Reader to share information from a variety of sources about things to see and do in the city. Mon, 30 Mar 2009 00:41:32 +0000 http://www.mixx.com/stories/4421230/cvb_utilizes_google_reader_to_share_information_about_springfield_mo thingy_4421230 SpringfieldMoCVB http://springfield-missouri.blogspot.com/2009/03/cvb-utilizes-google-reader-to-share.html Why go on vacation just to stay where you always stay,shop where you always shop and eat where you have lunch every day? Bed and breakfasts provide that extra special touch to make a weekend getaway or a week of b& b hopping a truly memorable vacation ... Sun, 29 Mar 2009 20:48:31 +0000 http://www.mixx.com/stories/4419493/5_reasons_to_stay_at_a_bed_and_breakfast thingy_4419493 SpringfieldMoCVB http://www.examiner.com/x-1948-St-Louis-Senior-Travel-Examiner~y2009m3d28-5-reasons-to-stay-at-a-Bed-and-Breakfast The Springfield Cardinals start season number five on April 9 at Hammons Field against the Frisco Roughriders. Game time is 7:10 and the 2009 debut will also be broadcast on the Ozarks CW. Sat, 28 Mar 2009 16:01:44 +0000 http://www.mixx.com/stories/4406060/springfield_cardinals_look_to_help_fans_pocketbooks thingy_4406060 SpringfieldMoCVB http://www.ky3.com/news/local/42014827.html I hope a submission from YOU about Springfield, Missouri, is one of the featured articles! Sat, 28 Mar 2009 01:28:42 +0000 http://www.mixx.com/stories/4393822/i_love_springfield_mo_what_do_you_love_about_your_city comment_461541 National Geographic Traveler wants to know what you love about your city and has a questionnaire you can fill out and submit for its "I Heart My City" feature. Some submissions will be used on the magazine’s blog: Intelligent Travel. Sat, 28 Mar 2009 01:28:42 +0000 http://www.mixx.com/stories/4393822/i_love_springfield_mo_what_do_you_love_about_your_city thingy_4393822 SpringfieldMoCVB http://springfield-missouri.blogspot.com/2009/03/what-do-you-love-about-your-city.html Journal Broadcast Group is conducting a "Think Postive" public service campaign in Springfield, Missouri. The campaign, designed to bolster local consumer confidence, is airing on KTTS, Power 96.5, Z106.7 and KSGF radio stations. Wed, 25 Mar 2009 23:54:29 +0000 http://www.mixx.com/stories/4354081/radio_stations_in_springfield_mo_encourage_positive_thinking thingy_4354081 SpringfieldMoCVB http://springfield-missouri.blogspot.com/2009/03/radio-stations-in-springfield-mo.html If you're a traveler, save this story.Because when Allegiant Airlines announced nonstop flights from Springfield to Los Angeles -- starting in May -- we started thinking about all the places people can fly directly from here. Mon, 23 Mar 2009 13:11:44 +0000 http://www.mixx.com/stories/4299356/get_there_from_here_springfield_now_has_direct_flights_to_13_destinations thingy_4299356 SpringfieldMoCVB http://www.news-leader.com/article/20090322/LIFE0602/903220303/-1/RSS/ Every few months, the Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) announces improved service for travelers, including additional nonstop flights and a new terminal opening May 6. Sun, 22 Mar 2009 20:13:32 +0000 http://www.mixx.com/stories/4287247/air_travel_soaring_to_new_heights_in_springfield_mo thingy_4287247 SpringfieldMoCVB http://springfield-missouri.blogspot.com/2009/03/air-travel-soaring-to-new-heights-in.html If you know of Easter events and services in Springfield, Missouri, share them with others by adding to the Convention & Visitors Bureau's FREE CALENDAR and post comments and details about them below. Here's a sample of a few events coming up. Sun, 22 Mar 2009 17:49:59 +0000 http://www.mixx.com/stories/4285833/easter_events_planned_in_springfield_mo thingy_4285833 SpringfieldMoCVB http://springfield-missouri.blogspot.com/2009/03/easter-events-planned-in-springfield-mo.html Duke, our schnauzer, has spring fever thanks to daffodils, crocuses, hyacinths and other spring flowers blooming all over Springfield. His cure: strike a cute pose with the flowers. Fri, 20 Mar 2009 02:38:25 +0000 http://www.mixx.com/stories/4245088/i_love_springfield_mo_spring_is_springing_in_springfield_mo thingy_4245088 SpringfieldMoCVB http://springfield-missouri.blogspot.com/2009/03/spring-is-springing-in-springfield-mo.html C'mon spring! Thu, 19 Mar 2009 22:16:25 +0000 http://www.mixx.com/stories/4242201/welcome_spring_at_nature_center_in_springfield_missouri comment_439668 It's been a long winter -- aren't they all? But on Friday, Old Man Winter is handed his eviction notice for another season and what better way to celebrate the arrival of the Ozarks' new tenant, spring, than by visiting the Springfield Conservation Nature Thu, 19 Mar 2009 22:15:23 +0000 http://www.mixx.com/stories/4242201/welcome_spring_at_nature_center_in_springfield_missouri thingy_4242201 SpringfieldMoCVB http://www.news-leader.com/article/20090319/ENTERTAINMENT01/903190316/1005/ENTERTAINMENT I take great pride having roots in the Midwest. Unfortunately, the to-dos of everyday life keeps me from visiting Missouri as often as I'd like, but every once in a while I run across something that truly makes me miss the kindheartedness--and sometimes.. Tue, 17 Mar 2009 16:37:30 +0000 http://www.mixx.com/stories/4197709/throw_them_rolls_intelligent_travel_blog thingy_4197709 SpringfieldMoCVB http://blogs.nationalgeographic.com/blogs/intelligenttravel/2009/03/throw-them-rolls.html Andy’s Frozen Custard’s new franchise store, located at Campbell Drive and Camino Alto in Springfield, Missouri, stands out both in its straightforward and honest aesthetic as well as in the manner in which it incorporates a number of innovative and f Tue, 17 Mar 2009 01:21:27 +0000 http://www.mixx.com/stories/4183212/andy_s_frozen_custard_in_springfield_mo_goes_green thingy_4183212 SpringfieldMoCVB http://www.archdaily.com/15172/andys-frozen-custard-hufft-projects/ The fifth annual Public Affairs Conference April 21-24 will bring speakers from around the world to Missouri State University in Springfield, Mo. Mon, 16 Mar 2009 00:19:17 +0000 http://www.mixx.com/stories/4165190/public_affairs_conference_april_21_24_in_springfield_missouri_focuses_on_sustainability thingy_4165190 SpringfieldMoCVB http://springfield-missouri.blogspot.com/2009/03/public-affairs-conference-in.html Remember the days of friendly front porches and regular walks to the corner store? Remember when it was normal to see children riding bicycles almost anywhere? Well, if you've been to Springfield lately, that friendly culture is making a comeback. Fri, 13 Mar 2009 14:53:55 +0000 http://www.mixx.com/stories/4141517/just_add_fresh_air thingy_4141517 SpringfieldMoCVB http://springfield-missouri.blogspot.com/2009/03/just-add-fresh-air.html