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. 

Great American Media is partnering with the City of Branson and Silver Dollar City to produce a new, original Christmas movie.   "An Ozark Mountain Christmas" will debut as part of the Great American Christmas 2026 on Great American Family TV, Great American Pure Flix and GFAM+.   Produced by Nicely Entertainment, the holiday movie will star Brianna Cohen and Jonathan Stoddard. Auditions have already begun locally for additional featured parts and extras in the film. The made

All three branches will provide a more inclusive and accessible environment for Spanish-speaking individuals with additional Spanish-language resources and a team of bilingual associates who can assist customers with a full range of banking services.

The Creation Experience Museum staff and volunteers invite area residents and visitors to join them on Monday, January 12, for “Sphere It Is,” taught by Dan Reiter. A scholar who has served as a Creation Experience Museum tour guide since 2023, Reiter will address the Flat Earth Theory and use his experience in fossil research and specimen preservation, along with other research-based evidence, to make a compelling case against it. The class will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the Lif

Bennett Hunter Fleetwood is the first baby of 2026!

Thirty VOTO members mustered for the wreath-laying, placing 40 Wreaths Across America on graves of veterans.

Cushman argued that when the City abandoned plans to build a water tower in July 2022, it effectively destroyed the potential to develop its land for commercial use.

The Our Lady of the Cove Catholic Church of Forsyth helped out a local organization during the Advent Season, through the church's Giving Tree Project.   This year, the church, made up of approximately 80 families, focused on foster children, and a program known as Suitcases for New Beginnings, founded by Cheryl Adair, a former special ed teacher's aide at Forsyth Elementary School.     Adair is now a CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) Advocate Supervisor, who is very fa

Chief Schmidt began his career in January of 1999 as a Patrol Officer for the City of Hollister’s Police Department.

A little over a year ago, members of the Branson, Hollister and Reeds Spring school foundations didn’t know each other. Today, the teams are working together to raise funds not just for their districts, but also for the 14,000 students and staff from public schools in the Stone and Taney County area.   The three school foundations – Branson R-IV Education Foundation, Hollister School Foundation and Reeds Spring Wolf Pack Foundation – will present “A Night in the Arts” on Apri

Michelle’s enthusiasm and consultative approach to helping members succeed has resulted in increased engagement and strengthened partnerships,” said Sheila Thomas, President/CEO of the Table Rock Lake Chamber of Commerce.

“Having access to healthy foods and unwavering support changes the trajectory of a child’s life and a woman’s pregnancy.”

“His expertise will add depth to our growing location in Branson West, allowing us to expand our support of those who call Stone County, home.”

“What stands out most about Cy is his spirit. He brings energy, kindness and a positive attitude to everything he is part of,” Ladona Weathers, Member Services/Communications Director said. “Whether he is greeting guests, helping with setup or simply having a conversation in the room, he makes people feel welcome and valued.”

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