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One teen’s mission to build community through literacy
So far, The Book Tree has found homes for two of their stocked book shelves and a place for a new free little library, all of which will be maintained with books by Walworth, his family and anyone who wishes to become a volunteer.
AJ Fahr
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Reflections: Flipping the enemy’s script
That passage took on new meaning this week as I tuned in to a special update from Iran Alive Ministries, a Christian ministry that shares the gospel via satellite in Iran and provides encouragement and support for Christians there
Cynthia J. Thomas
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Local heroes trade emergency calls for shopping carts at annual Elks event
Carrie Padilla, community liaison for the Stone County Health Department and president of Unite Table Rock Lake, said the event helps ease the strain of back-to-school expenses while giving children the opportunity to begin the school year feeling confident and supported.
Joelene Powell
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Reeds Spring adjusts sewer rates to address rising costs
The city commissioned a rate study to determine what would be needed to adequately maintain its existing system.
Joelene Powell
2 min read
Joplin man charged with multiple felonies
Landsaw is alleged to have left the area of the first conflict and gone into a common area of the residential complex where an incident with a fourth victim was reported to take place.
Jason Wert
2 min read
Education News from Around the Region
News from schools around our region
Staff Reports
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Mid-Town Cafe serves up food, family and community in Reeds Spring
Walking into Mid-Town Cafe, one of the first things you notice is the banter.
Joelene Powell
4 min read
From the roots up
That being said—let me share my newest favorite, quick summer recipe. It’s been a good tomato growing season this year—plenty of rain.
Submitted to Branson Globe
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Paws 4 Safety: The best pet for the later seasons of life
With age comes medications, mobility problems and the kind of hands-on care I never gave much thought to when they were young.
Submitted to Branson Globe
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Back-to-school safety reminders
School will soon be in session in the Branson Tri-Lakes area, and the safety of the children in our community is a top concern for many. The National Transportation Safety Board offers many guidelines to help keep our children safe on their way to and from school. For those children riding the school bus, the NTSB suggests: Arrive at the bus stop early, stand at least 10 feet away from the curb while waiting for the bus, and wait for the bus to come to a complete stop a
K.D. Michaels
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Beyond the bridge: Kimberling City builds community, looks to the future
“What excites me most is that this isn't just a park project. It's a community project,” Gardner said.
Joelene Powell
2 min read
Isaac Kenneth entertains residents at The Gardens
An Iowa native, Kenneth knew singing was a gift he wanted to pursue at age twelve.
Submitted to Branson Globe
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Reeds Spring Hillbilly Days return for second annual celebration
Those who think they make the best pie, or canned pickles around will have a chance to prove it during the Best Pie and Best Canned Pickle Contest.
Joelene Powell
2 min read
Comfort Inn & Suites Branson Meadows earns Property of Excellence Award for second consecutive year
The Property of Excellence Award recognizes outstanding hotels within the Choice Hotels system.
Submitted to Branson Globe
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Mike Nichols one-night-only show next week
A Branson favorite is returning for one night only. Mike Nichols spent years on the Branson stage, as part of Moe Bandy's show and headlining his own Mike Nichols and Friends Show. A versatile entertainer, he specialized in country music, southern gospel tunes, comedy and storytelling. Mike went on to headline the Ozark Mountain Hoe Down Show in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, and performed with Ray Stevens in Nashville. More recently Nichols returned to Arkansas, where he b
K.D. Michaels
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Jo’s Kindness Corner: When kindness sees beyond
Children carry more than we often realize.
Joelene Powell
4 min read
Stacking the courts: Branson betting on indoor sports complex?
To finance it, the city must assemble what experts call a “capital stack”—simply a combination of different funding layers.
Gary J. Groman
2 min read
Branson West mansion to be auctioned off
A second residence on the property is a 3,600 square foot guest house with a three-car garage. The property includes a boat and RV storage building, and a large playground.
K.D. Michaels
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Community organizations appreciate support
Taney County Animal Control and House of Hope both expressed their gratitude for generous donations recently received.
K.D. Michaels
1 min read
One shot in RV target practice
Hunter is alleged to have told sheriff’s deputies he knew there was a structure in the background behind the RV but that he “did not know it was a house.”
Jason Wert
1 min read
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