Pathways Project Coalition of the Ozarks is one of several groups working to fight human trafficking in the Ozarks and to raise awareness of the problem’s extent. In connection with Human Trafficking Awareness Day on January 11, many supporters wore blue to show solidarity with trafficking survivors. Efforts continue throughout January, designated as Awareness Month, to increase community awareness of available educational and prevention resources.     Veloris Juneman serves

Holladay will oversee the library operations, strategic planning, staff development and leadership and community outreach. He will be instrumental in advancing the library’s mission to provide resources to enrich the quality of life for the community.

One major area of focus is a rebuild of the City’s permitting processes. These improvements are designed to streamline applications, reduce confusion and make it easier for users to track permits from start to finish, whether they’re homeowners, contractors, or developers.

    Mr. Patton shared, “I am honored and excited for the opportunity to continue nearly ten years of service to the City of Hollister and our community in my new role as City Administrator.

Loved and cherished for her unwavering dedication both at work and at home, Lois was the heart of her family and was a devoted loving mother to her three children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 

The State of the Ozarks Farmers Market that area residents look forward to each Saturday during the area's peak seasons can now be enjoyed all year long.   Every Saturday the State of the Ozarks partners with local bakers, artisans and craftsmen to offer the food and craft market, held at Vintage Paris in Hollister. There, shoppers can find the area's finest home-baked goods, canned pickles, jams and jellies, gift items, decor and much more—crafted and created in true Ozarks'

Laundry Love is an outreach of the Grove Christian Church and is a true gift to the community. Held at Hollister's Ye Old Wash House, Laundry of Love is offered every other Monday during the school year. 

Each year, January 27 is designated as International Holocaust Remembrance Day, to help ensure that the atrocities committed against Jews by the Nazi regime leading up to and during World War II are never forgotten and never repeated. The January date was chosen in 2005 by United Nations General Assembly resolution and aligns with the anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz concentration camp by Allied troops. Several countries have designated corresponding remembrance

The Taney County Sheriff's Department is now accepting applications for their 2026 Citizens Academy.   The Citizens Academy gives members of the community a behind-the-scenes look at law enforcement operations and services. Participants in the Citizens Academy will learn more about what the Taney County Sheriff's Department serves the county. They will also learn how graduates of the Citizens Academy—known as alumni—support and advocate for law enforcement, through sponsored

During varsity team introductions prior to the Panthers’ game on December 19, senior guard Chris Halbrook received special recognition for surpassing 1,000 points.