attractions: Little House on the Prairie Museum, Elk City State Park, Elk River Hiking Trail, Independence Historical Museum & Art Center, Independence Community College, Riverside Park and Ralph Mitchell Zoo, restaurants: Maria Mexican Restaurant, Down Home Family Restaurant, Fish & Shrimp Diner, Stoney's Grub and Pub, Ane Mae's Coffee and Sandwich Shop, Uncle Jack's Bar & Grill, Saiko Sushi & Hibachi, Turbos, Great China Restaurant, Joe's Italian Restaurant & Pizza Independence, local businesses: G&W Foods, Tractor Supply Co., Independence Cinemas, Dollar General, Indy Vapes, Hallett's Liquor, Junction US-169/US-400 Rest Area, Magnolia Scents by Design, Rest Area, Verizon