K.D. Michaels

Branson's Song of Hope Museum is holding an open house. The event will mark the beginning of Branson's Founders' Week, which celebrates the entertainers—both families and individuals—who laid the foundation of Branson's musical legacy.   Visitors are welcome to visit the Song of Hope Museum at any time between the hours of 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. during the April 28 open house. A special guided tour, hosted by Song of Hope founder Marshall Howden, will begin at 11 a.m.   "We invite our community...

Elvis fans will gather next month for Branson's annual Elvis Festival. The three-day musical event will be held May 1 - 3.   Branson's Elvis Festival celebrates the memory and legacy of Elvis Presley with concerts, events, tribute shows and the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest, one of only a few such competitions sanctioned by Elvis Presley Enterprises. The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest brings in the best tribute artists from across the country, who are judged on appearance and...

Branson Parks and Recreation held an Easter event that was fun for both pets and their parents.   Despite the rainy weather, dozens of dogs, along with their people, attended the annual Doggie Easter Egg Hunt at Stockstill Park.   Dogs hunted for Easter Eggs—some filled with treats and others containing slips of paper to be exchanged for one of several exciting gifts.     More than $300 was raised for the Branson Humane Society during the event.   The Branson Humane Society expressed their...