If you see Santa everywhere you look this week, don't fear. He's not here to find out if you've been naughty or nice. He is here for Branson's School of Santas. Each July, dozens of Santa's helpers converge on Branson for the annual School of Santas, four days of workshops, fellowship and learning, combined with some great Branson entertainment and lots of fun. This year's event is slated for this weekend, July 16 – 19. The School of Santas is headquartered at AmericInn

Many are feeling the pain of higher costs and canceling their summer plans.

Riverview offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including basketball, volleyball, home economics, music, drama and more.

As for his winnings, he plans to pay off a few bills and invest the rest.

In March 2026, NFTRL awarded more than $88,000 in grant funding to 19 local charities, and the organization aims to exceed that impact in the next grant cycle.

Thrift store shopping is a trend that has grown by leaps and bound over the past several years, Commonly known as "thrifting," shopping for second-hand merchandise continues to increase in popularity for a number of reasons—environmental concern, cultural factors and economic motivations. Thrifting is projected to continue to grow—up to 12% per year—to a projected amount of $350 billion, worldwide, by 2028, according to some studies. Between 2019 and 2025—in just six shor

The finalists will compete for the top three prizes in the Branson's Got Talent competition, while raising money for a very worthy cause.

The brand is known for its affordable, gently used children’s clothes, shoes, toys, equipment and more, and provides local families with a place that not only puts cash back into their pockets but sells gently used brand name clothing and accessories for less.

Inspiring the next generation, the Legion supports several local schools through both donations and scholarships.

Manuel and his staff want to thank the community for their support over the past 30 years.

Each year since 2022, SMAC has offered a uniquely effective Artist-in-Residence Program. This year-long residency offers opportunities for an emerging artist to develop skills, interact with art patrons and connect with other artists. The program is beneficial to not only the emerging artist, but also for SMAC and for our entire community. The Southern Missouri Arts Connection (SMAC) is excited to announce that we are accepting applications for our 12-month Artist-in-Residenc

The popularity of the theatre and one-of-a-kind productions led Glenn and Shirley to consider expansion, and in 2008 a phenomenal theatre, nearly identical to the one in Pennsylvania, was opened right here in Branson, Missouri.

Their art was showcased at a June 30 reception at the Table Rock Art Gallery in Claybough Plaza in Branson West, with guests dropping by to enjoy refreshments and the inspirational results of the Plein Aire collaboration.

Big Cedar Lodge, America’s most patriotic resort, is excited to announce the latest addition to its world-class golf resort with Top of the Rock Putting Green and Putting Course, a 2-acre green and 9-hole putting course designed by father-son duo, Johnny and J.P. Morris. The new putting green and putting course is set against stunning views of Table Rock Lake and the Cathedral of Nature at 150 Top of the Rock Road, Ridgedale. The putting course features real bent grass gree

A Forsyth resident with a rich history—both locally and abroad—has passed away. Mary Rose (Vorstius) Wolf was born in Weymouth, Dorset County, England in August of 1934. Mary and her parents resided in London until the German Blitz. Mary and her mother headed north to the town of Bowness-on-Windermere to escape the bombing while her father, a member of the Royal Navy, was on a ship. As a child, Mary developed a love for dance, and after graduation she moved to London to

nside, you'll find the people, places, traditions, inventions and values that have shaped our nation for the past 250 years.

In 2025 alone Christian Action Ministries assisted with more than 78,225 individual cases, providing in excess of two million meals and distributing over 1.7 million pounds of food.

Mutrux credits his education at School of the Ozarks for preparing him for his acceptance at West Point.

Entry fee is $125 per golfer or $500 per team. Breakfast, cart and lunch are included in the entry fee.

Elevate Entrepreneurs has been teaching our third and fourth graders basic business principles.