The full wolf moon rises slowly in the early evening’s eastern sky. Last light of day and the Ozarks are shades of rust and umber, red and lemon yellow, the sky that pale creamy blue of early winter. Too daylight yet for stars. Only the moon can be seen, also pale and creamy and massive, as it tugs on the tides and calls to the coyotes in the fields out beyond the high school. In the rise of the full moon, there is yet a sense of rotation, of our movement in the celestial sea

Right now, I hope you two will take every opportunity you have to be a blessing to your daughter. She’s a lot like the Prodigal Son at this point.

In 1953 when the first Playboy magazine was published, America was not plagued with somebody’s child or wife being raped every 3.8 minutes. Our children were not being stolen from our playgrounds and shopping centers. Many of these stolen children have later been found to be the victims of sexual molestation and then murdered. Before the first Playboy magazine, we did not have 460,000 children missing each year. Teenagers were not programed to accept promiscuous lifestyles.

Jesus taught with parables in hopes of expediting the “dot connecting,” and so shall I with my column title. “Loaded for bear” is a mother who fastidiously and methodically researches her hypothesis via any and every medical internet avenue that is available—with successful results. The “jammed rifle” is the corporations/enforcers (doctors) who are so full of fear (of their corporate bosses), ego and pride that they will not partner with patients or their loved ones in an

Earl Scruggs took a three-finger style approach to picking using his thumb, index and middle finger, in a forward rolling rapid pattern. This style is what turned the banjo from a rhythm instrument to a lead instrument.

Joe Shearrer, CPFA® is Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Fervent Wealth Management. I’ve been in this business long enough to see investors go through several versions of the Federal Reserve, from crisis fighter to inflation watchdog. What’s different today isn’t just policy; it’s how much uncertainty surrounds it. For years, investors could count on the Federal Reserve to play a familiar role: steady, predictable and largely insulated from politics. When markets stumble

The Our Lady of the Cove Catholic Church of Forsyth helped out a local organization during the Advent Season, through the church's Giving Tree Project. This year, the church, made up of approximately 80 families, focused on foster children, and a program known as Suitcases for New Beginnings, founded by Cheryl Adair, a former special ed teacher's aide at Forsyth Elementary School. Adair is now a CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) Advocate Supervisor, who is very fa

Trexler's main focus is finding the right homes for the cats in her care, and she does not prioritize "fast" adoptions over "right" adoptions.

Mothers-to-be and new parents from both Stone and Taney County are invited to register to attend the shower, which will feature a light lunch, and important resources and information from participating agencies.

Once again, thank you, Branson Globe readers, for making the holidays brighter for many of our neighbors. We appreciate you all and wish you an amazing 2026.

The Forsyth Library Thrift Store is seeking donations. The Thrift Store, one of the primary sources of funding for Forsyth's Community Library, offers a large variety of new-to-you treasures as very affordable items. Shoppers find clothing for all ages, decor, household items, toys, linens, dishware, craft supplies, jewelry and much more—all at amazing low prices. The Thrift Store staff and volunteers continue to work hard to make improvements on the store's layout and me

The All Access Pass provides the ticket holder access to all of Fritz's Adventure popular attractions

In addition to assisting parents with their shopping, Chimneys of Hope offers some holiday magic to the children as well.

Chief Schmidt began his career in January of 1999 as a Patrol Officer for the City of Hollister’s Police Department.

To introduce Tims to the Table Rock Lake community, the Table Rock Quilt Guild will host a public lecture titled “A Quilt Is Born” on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at 2 p.m.

A little over a year ago, members of the Branson, Hollister and Reeds Spring school foundations didn’t know each other. Today, the teams are working together to raise funds not just for their districts, but also for the 14,000 students and staff from public schools in the Stone and Taney County area. The three school foundations – Branson R-IV Education Foundation, Hollister School Foundation and Reeds Spring Wolf Pack Foundation – will present “A Night in the Arts” on Apri

On Monday, January 12, 2026, come to Truth Traveler Branson for a meet and greet with Ken Ham and Captain Barry Wilmore.

Branson Globe readers took the time to share their plans and hopes for 2026.

Advice and tips for your financial wellness in 2026

Joe Shearrer, CPFA® is Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Fervent Wealth Management. Every December, as holiday parties fill the calendar and year-end checklists get shorter, the stock market picks up a familiar storyline: the Santa Claus Rally. You’ll hear it mentioned on financial news channels and in market commentaries, usually with a mix of optimism and skepticism. Some investors swear by it. Others dismiss it as folklore. As with most things in investing, the truth