The BCTT is managed directly by the city government, and it is a fundamental tax needed to keep Branson running when its population suddenly swells by tens of thousands of visitors.

On Tuesday, November 11, a Quilt of Valor presentation took place in the Keeter Center, honoring Myron Johnson and Pete Jennen.

The Civil War had dragged on for two-plus years. Several of Lincoln’s proclamations ordered states to supply additional troops.

Joe Shearrer, CPFA® is Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Fervent Wealth Management.   Several summers ago, I hiked to the summit of Mount Bierstadt in Colorado—one of the state’s more popular fourteeners. The climb up was challenging yet straightforward: a wide trail, a steady pace and clear footing. But the real adventure came next. From Bierstadt’s peak, I crossed the narrow “Sawtooth” ridge that connects to Mount Evans.   The Sawtooth isn’t for the faint of heart. On on

Through the years, veterans have waited in long lines, often braving the elements, to enjoy a delicious, complimentary meal at Golden Corral.

As the meeting drew to a close, those present were already looking forward to the next opportunity to get together. Many also said they were inspired to suggest more ways generations can interact in our communities and civic groups, and especially in our churches. 

On the day before Thanksgiving, volunteers from the Tri-Lakes Board of Realtors will be stationed at participating stores throughout the area, collecting nonperishable food items and cash donations. 

Spirits were high and patriotism was at its peak as adults and children, many waving flags or donning red, white and blue clothing, cheered as the military vehicles, cars carrying dignitaries, floats and marching bands passed by.

This year’s special emphasis was “Saluting the USS Pueblo Crew.” Captured off the North Korean shore during the Vietnam War, the crew was held captive for 11 months, tortured and starved, until their eventual release just prior to Christmas 1968.

Convoy of Honor and mural project organizer Mona Miller also keeps busy with other patriotic and appreciation projects around the area, including the annual Heroes Feed.

You will enjoy cocoa and cookies, get to read the story, see some lights, and when the train stops you will have a "special guest" aboard the train to visit.

This idea of regional stars is unique but certainly matters when telling the story of America’s music history.

Branson area resident Josh Smith, a key advocate for the adoption of the senior tax assessment freeze in Taney County, recently shared that some counties appear to be researching ways to make the process easier.

Keynote speaker for the November 12 graduation was Shawn Murphy. Murphy, drawing from his own life journey, encouraged the graduates to “discover their why,” and challenged them to be sure the “why” is always in line with what God wants them to do.

His rehabilitation program was intense and prolonged. He underwent intense spinal cord rehabilitation at The Shirley Ryan Ability Lab in Chicago, one of America’s top rehabilitation hospitals. For the past 12 weeks, he has continued his rehabilitation in Ankeny, Iowa.

A local food pantry holds an annual holiday fundraiser that gains attention from both area residents and visitors.   Christian Action Ministries is the driving force behind Festival of Trees, a truly unique fundraising event that has become one the largest sources of income for the nonprofit in its nine years,   Festival of Trees, located at the Branson Landing, is an expansive collection of beautifully decorated Christmas trees, each with its own theme, as well as hand-craft

Lonnie Brown and the Shirley’s Kitchen team want to thank the Forsyth area businesses and individuals, including many of the restaurant’s loyal customers, who stepped up to help provide food for families during the recent government shutdown which delayed SNAP benefits.    Brown said nearly $7,000 was raised, which helped provide a grocery store gift card to each family with children participating in the weekend backpack program through the Forsyth schools. In addition, donat

These special events are a wonderful way to “shop local” for your holiday gift-giving and support local artists and crafters. It’s all taking place at the Claybough Plaza Mall, 11016 St. Hwy. 76 in Branson West. 

Well, to my thinking, there hasn’t been near enough “fuss” made about this remarkable diet! I had to learn about it from tagging along to my boyfriend’s doctor visit. For a doctor to be so matter of fact about this and state in a very cut and dry fashion, “This is a life extension tool” simply was enough for me to investigate.   The DASH acronym stands for “Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension.” There are so many “pluses” to this way of eating. For one, it includes ALL the

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