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Stone County Ambulance District begins construction of new station in Crane
The Crane station will house the Mercy EMS provider, which is contracted with the district for ambulance response and transport. The facility will feature two ambulance bays and include living quarters for the crew.

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Branson Schools hold third annual summit
The Community Summit, held at the Branson Convention Center, afforded the district leaders the opportunity to engage with community leaders, parents, students and educators.

K.D. Michaels
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Cox Medical Center Branson’s Cardiac Rehabilitation program earns national certification
Cardiac rehabilitation is a medically supervised program designed to help individuals improve their cardiovascular health following a heart event or surgery.

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‘An Extra Special Christmas Night’ set for Nov. 7 at Silver Dollar City
On Friday, Nov. 7, guests are invited to enjoy An Extra Special Christmas Night, an unforgettable holiday experience that combines festive fun and meaningful giving.

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Branson Bank honors Veterans of the Quarter
Friday’s program honored the four most recent Branson Bank Veterans of the Quarter, #57 through #60, sharing their stories and offering gratitude.

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Area residents gather to support life at 2025 Life Chain
In Branson, over 150 area residents, including individuals from at least 16 churches, community groups and nonprofits, gathered along 76 Country Blvd.

Cynthia J. Thomas
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College of the Ozarks to host Hunter Education Course for Missouri National Youth Guard, Oct. 25
The MOARNG Child and Youth Program will partner with the Missouri Department of Conservation and the College’s agriculture department, conservation and wildlife management department, and patriotic education program.

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‘Pay me now or pay me later’ sewer rate increase faces Branson
The initial rate proposal includes a 20% increase in water rates and a 15% increase in sewer rates for “residential” customers, and a 20% increase in water rates and a 15% increase in sewer rates for “commercial” customers.

Gary J. Groman
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‘Mental Health Unshackled’ to be held next week
Both Collins and Baar feel strongly that "Mental Health Unshackled" contains important information that will benefit the public greatly.

K.D. Michaels
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Voice of the Martyrs Conference inspires prayer and commitment
Many Americans have been in shock following the murder of a young man for engaging in public discourse about religious beliefs and...

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Veterans Appreciation Day provides camaraderie and connections
One non-military couple was so impressed with the Honor Flight information that they signed up to be volunteer escorts for a veteran on a flight.

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Stone County Ambulance District selects Mercy EMS as ambulance provider
Mercy EMS will provide ambulance services throughout the entire Stone County Ambulance District with temporary stations located in Crane, Branson West and Lampe, Missouri.

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Hope Counseling Center invites local businesses to ‘Work the Slipper Shift’ on October 10 for mental health awareness
Wearing slippers symbolizes the comfort and security that good mental health brings.

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CoxHealth Orthopedic and Sports Medicine of Branson launches new walk-in clinic led by Dr. Jackson Bagby
CoxHealth is broadening its orthopedics and sports medicine program by launching a dedicated sports medicine walk-in clinic in Branson....

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Coming in 2026: New TCHD Forsyth location
Services at the current Forsyth location will continue for the time being and will shift to the new building once it is fully operational. Services at the Branson location will also continue as usual.

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City of Branson reaffirms commitment to Veterans Memorial Garden with new financial partnership
At its September 23, 2025, meeting, the Branson Board of Aldermen gave its approval to the second reading of Bill No. 6592, continuing...

Gary J. Groman
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POW/MIA Remembrance Ceremony held in Branson
For this writer, the diary gives a better understanding of a World War II uncle who spent several months in a prison camp and refused to talk about his experiences when I dared to ask questions.

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Branson area remembers Charlie Kirk
Locally, an online viewing hosted by Branson’s Freedom Encounter theater was an amazing show of unity representing all age groups and several area churches and community groups.
Cynthia J. Thomas/K.D. Michaels
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Taney County Federated Republican Women meeting scheduled for Sept. 18
On Thursday, September 18, the Taney County Federated Republican Women will hold their monthly meeting at 6 p.m. at Oaxaca Mexican...

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Triple-play TIF: Branson green lights $400 million Gretna reboot with homes, hotels and sports hub
On September 9, 2025, the Branson Board of Aldermen took several key actions. They officially approved the overall TIF Plan for the Branson Meadows area and confirmed its "blighted" status.

Gary J. Groman
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