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Reflections: Embrace the opportunity
It was a sunny spring morning on my front porch when my visiting grandson, the early riser of his family, slipped out the door and climbed into my lap. He sat quietly, listening to morning birdsongs, until suddenly, a bee landed on a flower right in front of us. My grandson let out a scream and buried his face in my shoulder. “Nana! Let’s go inside! It will sting me!” It took a moment, but I was able to calm him down and reassure him that the bee was much less interested i
Cynthia J. Thomas
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Reader’s Corner: Parents, get involved
As a new school year begins, most parents hope their children’s reading skills continue to improve as they advance to a new grade level. Sadly, though, with the current state of social affairs in our country, the beginning of school also calls for vigilance on the part of parents who want to make sure what their children learn lines up with their family’s values; and one area where it’s important to be informed and get involved is that of what our students are reading. Her
Cynthia J. Thomas
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Exciting fall events coming to Freedom Encounter
The Finding Freedom Experience is offered at noon, Tuesday through Saturday, followed by the Freedom Journey Experience at 1 p.m., with other times available for groups by appointment.
Cynthia J. Thomas
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Branson Centennial Museum features Ozarks music in August Tuesday Talk
Society of Ozarkian Hillcrofters President Curtis Copeland shared via a follow-up social media post that there are some truly amazing and talented young people here in this part of the Ozarks
Cynthia J. Thomas
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Area entertainers support P.O.W. Network with benefit concert
The P.O.W. Network, under the direction of Chairman Mary Schantag, has worked tirelessly for over 36 years to tell the stories of those captured, released, or passed away, and to help the families of those whose remains have yet to come home or their exact fate is still uncertain.
Cynthia J. Thomas
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College of the Ozarks to hold 9/11 Memorial Ceremony on Friday, Sept. 11
The ceremony will include a welcome by Dr. Brad Johnson, president of College of the Ozarks; music from the College of the Ozarks Concert Band; the raising of the New York State 9/11 Memorial Flag by Hollister Police Chief Robert Stirewalt and David Kempf, College of the Ozarks director of public safety;
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Been thinking about…Blue cedar sky
The sun sets. The sun rises. The moon waxes. The moon wanes. The world just stops. And yet just keeps spinning feverishly.
Joshua Heston
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Antonya Smith to sing at Christian Women's Connection Luncheon
Antonya became the first black international representative for Campus Crusade for Christ, and was also involved in ministry for Youth for Christ.
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Post-it size artwork to help raise money for SMAC
Even young artists and those who don’t consider themselves artists are invited to participate, said Blair-Neff.
AJ Fahr
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Missouri Thunder returns for Thunder Days
Snyder said the team is excited to make their return to Missouri, especially to be able to be back at Thunder Ridge.
AJ Fahr
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Ozark Mountain Music Association founders continue partnership with Haiti mission
What started as a one-time camp turned into an annual tradition, and after the second camp, a traveling troupe was formed, comprising several of the more accomplished young fiddlers.
Cynthia J. Thomas
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WRVEC announces 87th annual meeting results
Winners were elected by their constituents to serve a term of three years. Board members, if reelected, may serve up to seven terms.
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Wert’s Werds: When death starts to become a regular visitor
Ah, the stupidity of youth. But it bonded us at the time. In an odd way, it bonded us for life because I’m listening to it now.
Jason Wert
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Webster County Health Unit celebrates success of ‘Rest Easy Naloxone Project’ with ribbon cutting ceremony, September 1
The project places free naloxone in an easily accessible location where travelers heading both eastbound and westbound on Interstate 44 can obtain the medication without cost.
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USACE closes swim beach at Old Hwy 86 campground until further notice
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is temporarily closing the swim beach at the Old Highway 86 Campground on Table Rock Lake until further notice because of an algal bloom. USACE has reported the algal bloom to the Missouri Department of Natural Resources and is awaiting testing. USACE has posted closure signs at the swim beach. Park rangers will reopen the swim beach when test results indicate it is safe to do so. To check the status of other swim beaches on Table Rock Lake, c
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The Vintage Nanny brings new life to Historic Main Street
The store’s opening came just in time for the Crane 75th Annual Broiler Festival, when visitors filled Main Street to celebrate one of the community’s favorite traditions. Y
Sarah Powell
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September Branson Jammin’ for Jesus concert to benefit Missouri Veterans Home, Mt. Vernon
Branson Jammin’ for Jesus is preparing for an unforgettable afternoon of free music, ministry and community fellowship on Sunday, September 6, 2026, at 2 p.m. The inspiring event will be held at the legendary Hughes Brothers Theater, located in the heart of Branson’s famous 76 Strip. Celebrated for bringing the community together through faith, music and compassion, Branson Jammin’ for Jesus continues its mission of encouragement and generosity. Concert hosts Brian Pendergras
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Sixth annual Recovery Jamboree celebrates community members in recovery from mental health and substance use disorders
This event is part of National Recovery Month.
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Stock Market Insights: The 30-year treasury yield is back above 5%, and that’s not a crisis
Dr. Richard Baker, AIF®, is the CEO and executive wealth advisor at Fervent Wealth Management. When my wife and I were first married, I worried about storms. Of course, our incomes were low, and any damage from wind or a leak would have certainly shocked our budget. Most nights I would lie awake nervous about what I’d find the next morning. I think a lot of young investors feel that way right now as they live with higher interest rates than they ever have, and it is impacti
Dr. Richard Baker
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The 2026 Slick Chick winners!
Miss Slick Chick winners
Sarah Powell
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