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Terry Awards to honor Branson entertainers and musicians
Branson entertainers and their fans are gearing up for the Terry Awards, set for September 28. The Terry Awards, which originated in...

K.D. Michaels
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A toe-tappin’ good time
For decades in the Ozarks, one of those traditions has been to gather for an evening of music, dancing and fellowship following a hard week of work, and continuing such legacies can help bring families, friends and neighborhoods together.

Cynthia J. Thomas
2 min read


Reflections: Why and how do we reflect?
At a recent event, someone asked me how I came up with the name “Reflections” for the thoughts that find their way to this space. After...

Cynthia J. Thomas
2 min read




Tri-Lakes Education News
Education news from around the Tri-Lakes region

Submitted to Branson Globe
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Autumn Daze in new location this weekend
Autumn Daze, which has been a mainstay in downtown Branson for all of its 51 years, is one of the area's largest autumn events, bringing in thousands of attendees and near 100 vendors each fall.

K.D. Michaels
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Tacos and Testimonies to raise money for local organization
A special community event will raise money for an area nonprofit. Tacos and Testimonies is set for September 23 and will be a moving...

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...

Submitted to Branson Globe
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Hollister's Soto Fest a huge success
SOTO Fest is a true celebration of the Ozarks history, legends and lore. In traditional street-fair fashion, the day offered something for everyone, with plenty of music, food and fun.

K.D. Michaels
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Reader’s Corner: Don’t miss the Kimberling Area Library Book Sale
Come and browse thousands of books including popular fiction, paperbacks, biographies and lots of non-fiction categories.

Cynthia J. Thomas
2 min read
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Memories from the Homestead: Pioneer treasures—Tommy Nallie [Part 5, conclusion]
Honestly at that very moment, everything froze. I slightly choked up and still managed to give him my answer, "absolutely, Sir," I stated.

John Fullerton
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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
2 min read


Stock Market Insights: UK debt crisis - a warning sign for the world
It was the kind of milestone that made both politicians and investors consider the fiscal health of the world’s leading economies, and they probably didn’t like what they saw.

Dr. Richard Baker
3 min read


Meeting rooms available at Library Center of the Ozarks
Rooms are available during normal library business hours only on a first-come, first-served basis.

Submitted to Branson Globe
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For the love of Branson: ‘Where my heart sings’
“Where there’s still joy in simple things, this is Where My Heart Sings” echoes the last line in the song that will define the Branson...

Marshall Howden
3 min read


Show to raise autism awareness set for Sunday
Back by popular demand, entertainer Dylan Pratt is once again offering his very special show on one day only. Pratt, a multi-talented...

K.D. Michaels
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Shepherd’s Craft Fair showcases area artisans in historical setting
The fall fun is just beginning at the Shepherd of the Hills, with the Shepherd’s PumpkinFest season opening September 20 and continuing through October 26.

Cynthia J. Thomas
2 min read


Ozarks Women in Leadership brings together past, present and future leaders
Keynote speaker for the event was Lori Robertson, founder of SpeakHer Coach. Robertson previously spent 10 years producing and coordinating Women of Faith events...

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Outdoors with Larry Dablemont: The shirt off my back
But I thought how great it would be if I was referred to at my funeral as “…a person who would give someone the shirt off his back.”

Larry Dablemont
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September 11 ceremonies held at C of O and Branson Landing: Pause to Remember and Branson Remembers
They unite to remember the lives lost and to honor the heroes who saved countless lives on September 11, 2001.
Cynthia J. Thomas/K.D. Michaels
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