Over 17,400 families have benefited from Springfield’s Ronald McDonald Houses, including 1,381 Stone and Taney County families.

Eliminating the individual income tax should improve the state’s competitiveness and align Missouri with neighboring states that rely more heavily on consumption-based taxes.

The infant and toddler program initially opened in a limited, staff-focused phase to allow for a successful launch while meeting all State licensing requirements and staffing standards.

Tim's expertise and advocacy naturally extended to community involvement, as he became an avid participant in the Tourism Community Enhancement District efforts, and worked to help shape a cooperative marketing program that matched show's contributions with public funds.

MoDOT Director Ed Hassinger called for Missourians to continue to speak up about the need to practice safe habits on Missouri roadways.

One challenger and one incumbent announce intentions for the Board of Aldermen in Ward III

Each Give 5 training session meets once weekly for four weeks, as potential volunteers learn about community challenges, get to know the organizations addressing those challenges, and learn how volunteers can make an impact by giving as little as five hours per month of their time and talent; hence the name, “Give 5.”

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.

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