A double minded man is unstable in all his ways. James 1:6-8 The story of John the Baptist’s angelic birth announcement carries with it a great lesson on faith—or, more accurately—the lack thereof. Gabriel the angel appeared to John’s father, Zacharias the priest, telling him the joyous news that his wife Elizabeth would bear a son who would be great in the sight of the Lord. He was to prepare the way for Messiah and be filled with the spirit and power of Elijah. This news

Barnabas Prep will celebrate the graduation of Sarah Andrews on Saturday, May 16, at the Gittinger Music Center at the College of the Ozarks.

A variety of performers will visit the library during the Summer Reading event, adding to the excitement. Scheduled performers include Marty the Magician, Mad Science of Greater KC, members of the Taneycomo Festival Orchestra, animal ambassadors from Dickerson Park Zoo and others.

One of the most unique fundraisers that the Forsyth Library holds is their annual Scrapbook Weekend, and the 2026 event is set for August. The three-day event is an excellent opportunity for scrapbookers to gather for a weekend of fun, fellowship and creativity. There will be raffles, door prizes and vendors displaying the latest and greatest necessities for scrapbooking enthusiasts. Registration fees for the Scrapbook Weekend include six to eight feet of table space to w

Fighting the white bass for a few hours was fun, but I would have given a good rebel lure for a big treble hook. Those suckers that we hillbillies have always referred to as ‘yaller suckers’ would have been lots of fun with trebles and a grabbin’ outfit

Joe Shearrer, CPFA® is Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Fervent Wealth Management. Last weekend, I had one of those rounds of golf that didn’t make much sense on paper. Typically, my strength is putting, the part of my game I rely on to save strokes and stay consistent. But this time, it was the opposite. My driver was dialed in, my irons were sharp, and I was giving myself great looks all day. The problem? I couldn’t make a putt. It was a good reminder that performan

A disclaimer: yes, there are legitimate concerns that cause us to take rational precautions, but that’s different from true fear.

Yellow sun and yellow willow catkins sway after the spring thunderstorm. Afternoon sun lights silver rivulets beneath. A burly bumblebee crawls over thick pollen, engrossed in something akin to happiness. Springtime is here in the middle of America, just as it has been uncountable times over. The willows are new and young and ready once more. The silver clouds are wings in the south night sky, clouds barely visible even as the rain clears, even as the rain wings eastward ag

Imagine Technical Institute (ITI) is accepting applications for its inaugural four-week Inclusive Manufacturing Summer Camp, kicking off July 13 at Red Monkey Foods in Springfield. Funded by a grant from SparkForce, the charitable foundation of the Fabricators and Manufacturers Association, this hands-on camp is designed for high school students with intellectual or developmental disabilities interested in exploring careers in manufacturing. Participants must be at least 16 y

During the visit, AVP, Senior Business Relationship Banker, Norma Desrochers, introduced real-life financial scenarios designed to build practical knowledge and confidence.

As part of their national Hometown Hero program, the Thunderbirds will select one local honoree to fly with the team on Friday ahead of Labor Day weekend.

The Parks and Recreation Department will incorporate TRAQ principles into routine inspections, staff training and long-term planning efforts, further supporting safe, resilient and well-maintained public spaces throughout the community.

With more than 16 years of experience in the banking industry, Cash has developed a deep understanding of customer service, digital operations and evolving financial technologies.

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

“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.

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