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Legislative Reports
Reports from Eric Burlison and Brad Hudson

Submitted to Branson Globe
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Branson Centennial Museum 2025 Tuesday Talk Schedule
History buffs and anyone with a love for the rich culture and timeless character of our region will want to mark their calendars for these upcoming dates.

Submitted to Branson Globe
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USPS Freshwater Fishing Lures Stamps issued
The U.S. Postal Service recently issued its Freshwater Fishing Lures stamps at Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum &...

Submitted to Branson Globe
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CAM shares updated hours
The Hub, located at 2400 State Highway 165 in Branson is now open Mondays 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesdays 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., Thursday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 12 noon.

K.D. Michaels
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Graduation ceremonies in several area schools
Students in several local schools will be celebrating graduation in the upcoming days, as graduating seniors move on to the next chapter...

K.D. Michaels
1 min read


Purple Heart Recipient Reunion gets underway with opening ceremony
The Purple Heart Recipient Reunion, hosted by the Branson Veterans Task Force, got underway on Tuesday, with an opening ceremony at the Pepsi Legends Theater.

K.D. Michaels
2 min read


QPR Training: Ask a question, save a life
On Monday evening, April 28, several individuals were newly certified as “gatekeepers,” after completing the QPR (Question, Persuade,...

Cynthia J. Thomas
2 min read


Deadline is June 30 for senior property tax relief
The tax relief is a credit equal to the difference between an eligible taxpayer’s real property tax liability for a given year and the property tax liability on the homestead in the year the taxpayer became eligible...

Cynthia J. Thomas
2 min read


Branson Globe readers give a shout-out to their amazing Moms; share what's awesome about motherhood
Mother's Day is a special day set aside to honor and thank the mothers and Mom-figures in our lives. Branson Globe readers shared what makes their individual Mothers so special.

K.D. Michaels
5 min read


Mayor and aldermen sworn in for another term
Aldermen Cooper, representing Ward 1, and Lucas, Ward 2, were also sworn in for another term on the city council during the recent meeting.

K.D. Michaels
1 min read


College of the Ozarks hosts 2025 First Responder Appreciation Day
The morning began with a stirring procession of emergency vehicles entering through the main gates of campus. In parade-like fashion, the convoy traveled down Opportunity Avenue...

Submitted to Branson Globe
2 min read


The metrics of marketing Branson
Data-driven decision-making is the key to destination marketing; these tools help us gather the proper metrics and show return on investment with tax dollars.

Gary J. Groman
3 min read


Fly the flag proudly—and correctly
When it is time to replace the flag, the American Legion has a helpful video available at https://emblem.legion.org, with guidance on choosing the appropriate size, construction type and material for your setting.

Cynthia J. Thomas
3 min read


Garden Club hosts plant sale on Saturday
The Shepherd of the Hills Garden Club is holding a plant sale this Saturday. The 26th annual plant sale, hosted by the nonprofit group,...

K.D. Michaels
1 min read


Messages of hate distributed in area, according to police
Regarding the distribution of the flyers in the area, State Representative Brian Setz said, "This antisemitism and hate have no place in our community and should be condemned in the strongest terms. "

K.D. Michaels
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Drug Take Back Day on April 26 aims to rid area homes of unwanted medications
Rx Take Back Days are a great alternative to flushing medications, which is discouraged. Rx Take Back Days and the use of the permanent drug drop boxes protect area waterways...

Submitted to Branson Globe
2 min read


Downtown establishments remain open for business
The current phase of the streetscape project involves Main Street, from Business 65/Veterans Boulevard to Commercial Street. The project includes an overhaul of the roads and sidewalk...

K.D. Michaels
3 min read


New mayor to lead Rockaway Beach
“The best part of my time spent as mayor has been the privilege of serving the citizens,” Harriger said.

Cynthia J. Thomas
2 min read


MOU permits City of Branson to perform certain Homeland Security duties
The staff report points out that “HSI is tasked with investigating and tracking human trafficking and internet crimes throughout the United States and its interests throughout the world.

Gary J. Groman
3 min read


Retirement reception held for Hollister City Administrator Rick Ziegenfuss
The variety of presentations and comments, including from state and local officials, various agencies and Congressional representatives’ offices, were a testament to Ziegenfuss’s effectiveness...

Cynthia J. Thomas
2 min read
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