Howden and his wife are preparing to take ownership of the A&W Restaurant in Branson, continuing their family’s hospitality legacy.

Mahoney is recognized as a champion for the community, having worked tirelessly to improve access to care, support local initiatives and strengthen partnerships that enhance the health and well-being of families throughout the Ozarks.

"I believe in servant leadership that protects our past, strengthens our present and prepares Branson for a bright future.

The Freedom of Road Riders teams up with the Taneycomo Elks Club 2597 for this special event each year, in order to provide holiday gifts to area children in need.

After a full day, the return flight landed at SGF shortly before 8 p.m., where they were greeted by area elected representatives, leaders of veteran groups and more volunteers. Each veteran was given a quilt, provided through volunteers with At the Lake quilt shop in Warsaw, MO.

In addition to the cash fundraiser, families can pick up a pound of meat, a pound of oats, and some buns by stopping by Shirley’s Kitchen with their child/children, between 4 and 5 p.m. each Tuesday and Thursday until benefits are reinstated.

The process for creating the 2026 budget began in June, when city departments began entering their planned spending into the city’s system.

The Forsyth Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Forsyth invite area residents to join them for the annual Forsyth Christmas Parade on Saturday evening, December 13.    This year’s parade will start at 6 p.m.—the first time, at least in recent history and memory, that the parade has been held after dark. This change helps celebrate the city’s community Christmas tree, lighted for the first time on November 1, and the city’s participation in the area’s Christmas Coalition,

In person registration is held at the Salvation Army, 1114 Stanley Boulevard in Branson. Appointments will be given out during the in person registration.

The Forsyth Library is offering pecans for sale, just in time for the holidays.   The delicious pecans can be purchased at the Forsyth Library.     Extra large pecan halves and extra large pecan pieces, both in 16-ounce packages are perfect for baking. The 10-ounce bag of cinnamon glazed pecans and the 8-ounce package of pecan clusters are great for snacking or suitable for gift giving.   The pecan fundraiser will provide the library with monies needed to continue offering th