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• Jury trial set for Branson magicians accused of child exploitation

  SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Branson magicians Garry and Janine Carson will go to trial over a federal indictment accusing them of sexual exploitation of children.

• Peanut butter recall affects Arkansas and Missouri residents

  Federal officials are urging residents in Arkansas and Missouri to check their pantries after a nationwide peanut butter recall tied to possible plastic contamination.

• Elevated Fire Risk in Advance of Temperature Drop

  Ahead of a front that will send temperatures back to normal this weekend, warm, dry air and gusty winds have elevated the fire risk for today and Thursday. 

• Kanakuk Disputes Podcast Host Claims in Abuse Cases

  A statement made by Podcast host Shawn Ryan has led to a response by Branson-based Kanakuk Kamps. 

• Missouri Fire District Makes Donation to Fire District in Arkansas

  A fire protection district in Missouri makes a donation to a district in Arkansas. 

• USACE Hosting Table Rock Property Line Workshops

  The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is hosting a series of workshops for landowners around Table Rock Lake.

• College of the Ozarks hosts 10th annual Night to Shine for guests with special needs tonight, Feb. 13

  POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks hosted the 10th Night to Shine event this evening, Friday, Feb. 13, in the Silver Dollar City Parlor at The Keeter Center. The College, along with churches around the world, partnered with the Tim Tebow Foundation to make this event possible and celebrate God’s love for people with special needs.

• After 33 years, Silver Dollar City’s Thunderation to Close

  OZARK MOUNTAINS, Mo. (Feb. 16, 2026) — After 33 years of runaway thrills through the Ozark Mountains, Silver Dollar City’s Thunderation will close at the end of the 2026 season, marking the retirement of one of the longest-running and most celebrated mine train roller coasters in the United States. The final day of operation is scheduled for Jan. 2, 2027.

• College of the Ozarks invites the public to celebrate America 250

  POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary in 2026, College of the Ozarks is inviting the public to join a yearlong celebration of American heritage, faith, and civic responsibility through a robust slate of America 250 events and experiences.

• Branson Tourism Agreement with Kansas City Chiefs to Expire

  The marketing partnership between the City of Branson, the Tourism Community Enhancement District, and the Kansas City Chiefs appears to be coming to an end.

• Omaha Man Facing More Charges For Crimes Against

  A man in jail for charges against a family member last year now faces more charges for earlier incidents.

• Lakes Region Man Arrested on Child Sex Crime Charges

  A man from Ozark County is facing charges of sex abuse with a minor.

• City of Branson Awarded Tree Risk Assessment Grant

  Tree maintenance and safety is the center of a grant awarded to the City of Branson.

• Cliff Drive Traffic to be Impacted by Two Projects

  Two projects will impact traffic on Cliff Drive beginning Tuesday.

• President's Day Monday

  The third federal holiday of the year is next week. 

• S of O to Host Classical Christian Educators Conference

  An annual conference for Christian Educators takes place in March.

• Drought Conditions Continue but Rain on the Way

  While conditions remain dry in the Lakes Region, some rain could help alleviate drought conditions.

• First Responder Training Leads to Unexpected Rescue

  A recent training exercise for several groups of first responders included an unexpected rescue. 

• Governor Kehoe Announces Missouri Among First States to Join Trump Administration's “A Home for Every Child” Initiative

  JEFFERSON CITY, MO – On Thursday, Governor Mike Kehoe and the Missouri Department of Social Services Children’s Division (DSS-CD) announced the State of Missouri's participation in the “A Home for Every Child” initiative, launched by the United States Department of Health and Human Services’ Administration for Children and Families (ACF), reinforcing Missouri's commitment to protecting children and ensuring every child has access to a safe and loving home.

• College Baseball Team Bus Going to Harrison Crashes, Killing One

  A college baseball team heading to North Arkansas College for a four game series crashes after leaving their Iowa Campus.

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