CONTENTS
On the cover: Photo by Amanda Solak
contents OCTOBER 2012 CONNECTION MAGAZINE
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A-maze-ing fun for the family Spooktacular attraction in Exeter expands
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Spicing it up
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Pickin’ pumpkins
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Fall forward
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Making apple butter
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Making the cut
Red Monkey Foods is among nation’s fastest growing companies
Monett native operates pumpkin patch in Marionville
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Connection’s favorite fall fashion trends 33
A tasty Mt. Vernon tradition
Homeland documentary explores Monett’s cultural diversity Orange cable knit scarf and gray ear band with flower details by Mud Pie. Available at Whitley’s Pharmacy and Gifts in Cassville. See more on page 33.
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