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For the Love of Branson: International Branson
A Japanese fiddle player, a Russian comedian and a Greek Piano virtuoso known as the Christian Liberace. What do all these entertainers have in common? Well, Branson of course! You see, as much as Branson gets pigeon holed as just being the Home of Country Music in the Ozarks, our stages have been graced over the decades by talent from all over the world. Shoji Tabuchi, a student of the Suzuki method, actually made his mark in the Country Western style and was first br
Marshall Howden
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Forsyth closing the gap for childcare
“It's allowed us to hire a couple teachers who have young families because this gives them childcare right here on campus with them,” he said.
Submitted to Branson Globe
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The calcium hoax
Nearly 80% of older women have BBD (Brittle Bone Disease), AND like hypertension, it does its dirty work, silently. We, most often, do not even learn of it until it is too late. Women usually find out when they break a wrist, hip or sustain a spinal injury. Also, if you notice yourself “shrinking,” this could be a hint that you have osteoporosis. This disease causes nearly 27 million spine, hip and wrist fractures, yearly in our country (later in the article, I will tie in th
Jody Johnson Godfrey
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Reader’s Corner: Learn some Ozarks history
Area libraries can be a great source of information about local and regional Ozarks history! Whether you’re a native wanting to know more about how your ancestors lived, or new to the area and curious about the origins of local legends, you can often find resources at the library. This month, check out some great offerings from our neighbors to the north, the Local History and Genealogy Department of the Springfield/Greene County Library. The “Preserving the Ozarks” series
Cynthia J. Thomas
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Reflections: A journey revisited
Regular readers know I’m a cancer survivor, over 17 years now. A couple of years ago, I shared from my “cancer chronicles” blog about my faith journey during that time. Some recent conversations have prompted me to share it again, so I pray this slightly-condensed retelling benefits someone. How was all this impacting my faith? Growing up in Assemblies of God churches, I heard of, and even saw, miraculous healings. Other people, though, including my own mother, died fro
Cynthia J. Thomas
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Local veteran represents 138th District at Missouri House Veterans Recognition Day
When Rep. Burt Whaley of the 138th District approached the Veterans of the Ozarks for a nominee to attend as the Veteran representative from the district, the group’s pick was Army Major (Ret.) Maurica Riker-Jones.
Cynthia J. Thomas
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Been thinkin’ about…Springtime ghosts
A clearing sky. A blackberry winter, again. The moon is a timeless thing cradled in the midnight above. The hubris of the day slowly passes into night, into forgetfulness. The day is done but the night is alive with the dead. Too often the dead of past regrets, of half-remembered thoughts, of memories sweet and bitter all. Ghosts are troublesome things. They don’t exist, of course. Just the result of an overactive imagination. A bit of neuroses with that fragment of potato
Joshua Heston
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Area schools prepare for graduation
All area schools have special ceremonies planned to honor the 2026 graduates.
K.D. Michaels
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Entertainer hosts event to discuss trafficking and more
A Branson entertainer organized an event to discuss a topic that has caused concern with many Branson area residents, entitled "Uncovered," the purpose of the meeting was to address, bring about awareness and help prevent sexual abuse, trafficking and grooming of children. Dustin Tavella, who hosted the event, is a Branson resident and a former headliner in one of Branson's theaters. Tavella introduced the audience to local organizations such as Pathway Projects Coalition o
K.D. Michaels
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Memories from the Homestead: Baker Creek Seeds Spring Planting Festival
The historic Rippee Farm where Baker Creek Seeds is located goes way back in Wright County history.
John Fullerton
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Book store encourages kids to read this summer
The Friends of the Library Used Book Store is run by volunteers of the Friends of the Library Center of the Ozarks, a nonprofit organization. Funds raised from book store sales are used to help with special projects or programs in the library.
K.D. Michaels
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Branson businessman recovering from rare and difficult surgery
Branson's Eric Farris is enjoying something that many of us take for granted—the ability to breathe. Farris, a sales professional and well-known personality in Branson, was suffering from CTEPH, a rare lung disease caused by scar tissue that had formed in the arteries of lungs from two previous pulmonary embolisms. Farris' condition was life threatening, and he would have faced heart failure—and death—within the year without intervention. Farris learned of an extremely
K.D. Michaels
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The Duttons honor Mom Sheila for Mother’s Day
As Mother's Day approaches, four of Sheila's children shared some insight on their beautiful and talented mom.
K.D. Michaels
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Song of Hope Museum offers open house to showcase new displays
Opened three years ago this month by Song of Hope's Marshall Howden, the museum features the area's largest collection of Branson music show memorabilia that tells the story of Branson's past, outlining how a tiny town in the Missouri Ozarks became known as the Live Entertainment Capital of the World.
K.D. Michaels
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Haygoods perform as part of the Route 66 Centennial Kickoff
The award-winning Haygoods performed as part of the Springfield Route 66 Centennial Kickoff Concert on April 30, at the Great Southern Bank Arena.
K.D. Michaels
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CWA National Director visits Branson
Highlights of the conversation included the importance of wisdom in dating relationships, being strongly pro-life, and staying firmly rooted in Scripture.
Cynthia J. Thomas
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VOTO, Elks to host fundraiser for Kimberling City K9s
The event will be held on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at 3 p.m. at the Kimberling City Elks Lodge, 37 Beach Blvd., Kimberling City, MO.
Cynthia J. Thomas
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Branson, CID seal deal to reimagine 76 Strip
After intensive discussion, including public input, the Agreement was unanimously approved by the Board.
Gary J. Groman
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A mother’s eternal legacy: Eulogy captures the essence of motherhood
“Today we gather to honor and remember a truly beautiful soul. As I stand here, I think about the wreath we created for her—every flower chosen with love, each one telling a piece of her story.
Gary J. Groman
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Readers share thoughts on Mom
We wish each and every mom a very Happy Mother's Day!
K.D. Michaels
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