Fahr's sick pay and vacation pay from her job at Branson Tri-Lakes News have been exhausted, as well as the limited amount of funds she received from temporary disability.

Anna Evans, vice president of Show-Me Christian County, an economic development organization serving Christian County, will moderate the forum.

On August 4, 2026, Missouri voters will vote on several amendments to the State Constitution. One of those amendments, Amendment 5, concerns the elimination of the Missouri State Income Tax. The official wording that will appear on the ballot for Amendment 5 asks, “Shall the Missouri Constitution be amended to: Require legislative phase-out of the individual state income tax based on revenue growth, and authorize the expansion of sales and use taxes; curtail constitutional li

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The Veterans of the Ozarks proudly announces that four scholarships for the upcoming 2026-27 school year were awarded at the group’s most recent meeting. The scholarship program was developed to help with educational expenses of active duty service members, ROTC/JROTC members and family members of retired military and veterans. Recipients for this year’s awards were— Delaney Guardiola Zachary Hembree Reese Loveland Heather Jackson The scholarship program is just one

Seitz is very appreciative of the continued support he has received from the residents in the 156th District.

Since its founding in 2001, American Legion Post 637 has been committed to serving veterans, promoting patriotism, supporting youth programs and strengthening the Table Rock Lake community.

Located on State Highway 413 in Crane, just across from the school, the new station will house one full paramedic ambulance crew 24 hours a day.

The inspiration for the project came when Schulz and her husband Glenn, Branson Alderman for Ward 2, took a trip to Crystal Bridges in Arkansas, to see their display, Common Threads, honoring America's 250th Birthday.

Motor units are a valuable tool for community policing, traffic enforcement, special events, parades and helping officers navigate busy areas more efficiently during peak times in Branson.

However you choose to celebrate, we wish you a safe and Happy Independence Day week.

Coming events include “Stitch & Stay Safe,” an informative session taught by Nikki Kinney, combining a craft project with valuable social media safety training, starting on June 28. Check the Facebook page for availability as seating is limited.

The closure includes campsites 8 and 28 at Baxter, campsites 15-27 at Campbell Point and campsites 32, 33, 44, 45, 54, 56 and 58 at Mill Creek.

Many of the 53 affected employees will transition to new opportunities within the health system, but for the the remaining employees, resources will be provided.

USACE has posted signs indicating high bacteria levels at the swim beaches. Park rangers will retest next week and reopen the beaches when test results indicate bacteria levels are within an acceptable range.

This prestigious award recognizes the commitment of school boards and superintendents to ongoing professional development and effective governance practices.

Two acceptable water samples are required by the Stone County Health Department prior to reopening a swim beach.

The Adoration Star project will cost $14,000, of which about one-half has been raised and will hopefully be in operation by the 4th of July in honor of America’s 250th birthday.

Residents who believe their business may qualify, or who are unsure whether their business meets the criteria, are encouraged to contact the City’s Planning & Development Licensing Office for clarification and additional information regarding the reimbursement process.

A lone voice in the room expressing concern that more regulation is needed was that of John Coffman with the Consumers Council, who pointed out possible loopholes and suggested looking into requirements that data centers construct their own energy sources.