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Birdies Fore Scholarships to assist children of first responders
The scholarship application period is from September 16 to April 1 each year and is open to every school, public and private, in Taney and Stone County.

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Honor Flight of the Ozarks to host annual Sporting Clays Shootout
Whether you’re a seasoned shooter or just want to spend a day with friends helping a great cause, this shootout has something for everyone.

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Legendary musician passes away
Hensley was in her 50s when she went to work at Silver Dollar City. Through the years, Hensley's music and her stories were enjoyed by many, and multiple generations came to know and love Violet.

K.D. Michaels
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Duck N Go Full Service Drive Thru celebrates rebranding with ribbon cutting and community open house, August 14
The event marks an exciting new chapter for the family-owned business, which has become a favorite stop for both local residents and visitors heading to Table Rock Lake.

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Master Gardeners of the Ozarks to host Fall Workshop
The day gets underway with continental breakfast at 8:30 and time to browse the always-popular Marketplace, vendor booths and silent auction items.

Cynthia J. Thomas
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White River Valley Electric Cooperative announces 2026 Plugged-In Grant Awards
The grant monies will be used for a wide variety of projects throughout our five-county service territory.

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Area students represent White River Valley Electric Cooperative at statewide leadership conference
“[CYCLE] was one of those few experiences that I wish I could do for the first time again,” said Kyler Moree, a Sparta High School sophomore.

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College of the Ozarks hosts American Jersey Cattle Association
This year, US Jersey visited the W. Alton Jones Dairy at College of the Ozarks.

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Community fundraiser at Wild Blue Car Wash raises more than $950 for Boy Scout Troop 2001
The funds raised will help support troop activities, camping trips, leadership development, service projects and other opportunities that allow Scouts to learn valuable skills while serving their community.

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Sanders receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Sanders was presented the award during The Upside with Josh and Them, the morning show on KRZK, 106.3 FM, on what was already a historic day in our community, the day set aside to honor the Branson Legend Shad Heller.

K.D. Michaels
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Michelle Glenn receives national Lifetime Sales Achievement Award
The national award recognizes career achievement among chamber membership professionals.

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Back to School Bash provides end of summer fun
Many nonprofits including Salvation Army, Gideons International, Linkability, MomCo, Library Center of the Ozarks and others were on hand with information for families and goodies for the kids,

K.D. Michaels
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Branson celebrates groundbreaking of new credit union
Chamber members and employees of Infuze Credit Union took part in the memorable event, despite the extreme heat.

K.D. Michaels
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Grant helps Reeds Spring tackle youth football costs
Reeds Spring was one of 34 programs in the Midwest to receive a grant.

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College of the Ozarks named one of America's Best Colleges by Money Magazine
Each year, Money evaluates four-year colleges and universities across the nation using 25 measures in three categories: quality of education, affordability and outcomes.

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Donation helps animals find new forever homes
Taney County Animal Control was the recipient of a generous donation from the recent Mickey Gilley Memorial Golf Tournament.

K.D. Michaels
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Lake goers will miss Crisco
No one knows exactly how old Crisco was, but he was estimated to be at least 15 years of age and had resided in the area for many years.

K.D. Michaels
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Area nonprofit serves veterans through volunteering at GUMI Camp
On Monday, July 6, young volunteers from Future Men, a boarding school and discipleship program in Kirbyville for troubled boys ages 14-19, visited GUMI where they worked hard on landscaping, animal care and building projects.

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Back-to-School BASH returns to Branson RecPlex Park, August 2
This year, alongside the traditional backpack giveaway, students will also receive classroom w

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Historic marker unveiled at SDC landmark
Longtime Silver Dollar City master candy maker June Ward relayed many of the details on how the Wilderness Church came to be a part of Silver Dollar City.

K.D. Michaels
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