After considerable discussion about the future of the former Shadow Rock Motel, the historic building in Forsyth is now looking great and meeting an important community need for affordable housing. Shadow Rock Apartments, located at 164 Forsyth-Taneyville Road 6, officially became available for lease in November 2025, with eight of the 20 units now occupied.    During the mid-1900s, the motel was part of a growing Forsyth downtown at the spot where Swan Creek meets the White

I’m flipping through the magazine, looking at pictures of a traveling circus, documented as it wound its way through the Upper American South sometime in the late 1960s. The photos are in color and a little grainy. The performers magnificent, but a bit worn. The photojournalist had been embedded, traveling with the troupe as they left their warm Florida winter quarters and made another arduous journey north in the spring, battling rain and storms and winding, rocky, mountaino

What I have seen or heard without fail is that the caregiver ends up “succumbing” (by losing their health, quality of life or life) long before the care recipient.

If that’s all there was, that Jesus died a horrible and painful death for that in which He believed, most of His followers would have considered Him a hero.

This traveling exhibition from the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association, explores how Americans responded to Nazism, war and genocide in the 1930s and 1940s.

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It was unveiled at a ceremony in Omaha, Nebraska, on July 30, 2005, officially named UP 1982. 

Education news from schools around the Tri-Lakes area.

The promotion of Simkins to President reflects Branson Bank’s proactive commitment to long-term success.

Concerned Women for America Missouri and the College of the Ozarks are excited to welcome Penny Nance, CEO and President of Concerned Women for America, to the C of O campus on Thursday evening, April 30, for a special evening you won’t want to miss!    Nance, recently described as the “most-feared pro-life leader in Washington, D.C.,” is rapidly becoming a leading force in standing for life. Her bold leadership is making a difference, and this in-person opportunity will be a

Branson’s convention center is really important to the city’s economy and how it will do in the future. The city owns it, but Legends Global, “The premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues and brands,” manages it. Angie Teel, from Legends Global, is its General Manager and is responsible for its day-to-day operation. Teel believes that the convention center’s success, now and in the future, depends on its deep dedication to the overall guest experience. On M

Since my regular Bible study has a “weekend wrap-up” without introducing new material, I enjoy spending part of my weekend devotional time in the Psalms and Proverbs. Reading Psalm 27 recently, I could still quote some of the verses I memorized as a child, including v. 1: “The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—whom shall I dread?” (NIV)   For years, that verse gave me comfort in scary situations ranging from Kansas torn

Tickets for Ted Nugent with special guest Black Stone Cherry go on sale April 3 at 10 a.m. and will be available online at www.blackoakamp.com.

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Organizers noted that the size of the turnout was significant for the Branson area.

The community is invited to join friends of Sandra Marcinkowski on Saturday, April 11, for a Zumbathon fundraising event at the Branson Community Center, honoring the life of the beloved nurse, friend, fitness instructor and all-around encourager, and providing financial support for her family during a difficult time.    Marcinkowski, who recently passed away from a sudden severe stroke, is described by friends organizing the event as “one of the most wonderful humans you cou

"How do you reach that conclusion, Seagull?" It's simple, 'follow the money!'