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A Branson school leader has been given a statewide honor.

BRANSON, Mo., Dec. 8, 2023 — USA TODAY’s 10Best announces Silver Dollar City’s An Old Time Christmas as America’s “Best Theme Park Holiday Event,” a sixth win for the internationally-awarded theme park. The announcement follows a four-week voting competition.

Christmas nears closer, and Harrison Fire Chief Marc Lowery is encouraging fire safety.

While the latest map from the U.S. Drought Monitor still shows the majority of the Lakes Region drought free, the recent conditions have caused an increase in drought areas overall. 

A rate increase request from Black Hills Energy is pending.

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Around 30 percent of Missouri’s school districts are only in session for four days a week this year. Missouri’s top educator says this recent trend is part of a domino effect.

A firetruck from the Central Crossing Fire Protection District is involved in a traffic crash Thursday morning. 

Nixa is already looking 20 years into the future and invites community input, according to a post on the Nixa government Facebook Page.

(JEFFERSON CITY, MO) — On Wednesday, Governor Mike Parson announced that the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) will release new funding to help improve the health of pregnant women and support their care after childbirth to reduce maternal mortality and poor health outcomes. The investment includes $4.3 million in new funds proposed by Governor Parson and authorized by the Missouri General Assembly to transform the quality and increase the access of health services provided to women during pregnancy and postpartum.

One of the last of the Lakes Region's Christmas Parades takes place this weekend.

A surge of warm, windy weather is in the forecast for the next couple of days. 

The Arkansas Senate issues a release about the strength of Tourism in the State.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Mountain Home Project Office is continuing efforts to discourage black vultures from gathering at area boat ramps.

(JEFFERSON CITY, MO) – On Wednesday, Governor Mike Parson hosted a ceremony proclaiming December as Christmas Tree Month in Missouri. The proclamation was presented to winners of the Missouri Christmas Tree Association’s annual wreath and tree contests, held earlier this year at the association’s annual convention.

POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — Fifteen College of the Ozarks students received their American FFA Degree at the 96th National FFA Convention and Expo in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Nov. 4.

Registration is now open for Branson's Parks and Recreation Department's Winter Break Camp, according to a Branson government press release.

POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks video production majors and alumni will debut three short films and a trailer at Branson IMAX on Dec. 8 at 9:45 pm. The event is free of charge and the public is welcome to attend.

The village of Indian Point has been found to have violated the Sunshine Law in regards to a 2022 request for records related to legal actions involving the village.

Even with the recent rainfall, more than 85% of Missouri is still mired in a drought, forcing farmers to switch to other alternatives due to low water levels.

BRANSON, MO (December 5, 2023) – The Missouri Association of Elementary School Principals has announced the 2024 Missouri Distinguished Principals.

The Mayor of Forsyth is looking to serve in a different capacity in government. 

A change will be happening next year in the Lakes Area Legislative Representation as Karla Eslinger will become Missouri’s next Commissioner for the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

The potential sale of the landfill associated with the Ozark Mountain Solid Waste District has been terminated.

NIXA, Mo. – It’s a scary thought to most Americans- leaving your door unlocked overnight. One Missouri town doesn’t feel that way, though.

People that are interested in running for an elected position in a municipality, a school district, or other political subdivisions have the opportunity to sign-up to appear on the ballot.

Ozarks Dynacom's Holiday Food Harvest presented by the Tri-Lakes Board of Realtors had another good year of collections for two area Food Pantries.

Nixa Utilities can conveniently accept payments via kiosk, according to a post on the Nixa government Facebook Page.

POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — The College of the Ozarks Jazz Ensemble will present a concert, a free event open to the public, this Thursday evening, Dec. 7, at 7:30 p.m. The concert will take place in the Jones Auditorium on the College campus.

The Barry County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a suspect in a burglary in Washburn.

BRANSON, MO (December 4, 2023) – The Branson School District is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all students and staff members. As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance security and safety in our schools, we are pleased to announce the addition of four School Protection Officers (SPOs) to our district.

POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks is celebrating 90 years of student-made products this year. In addition to the fruitcake tradition, which began in 1933, a plethora of new student-made products have made their way into the College of the Ozarks inventory of household favorites.

(WSYR-TV) — If it’s your first year getting a real Christmas tree or your 10th, there are some tips and tricks you might want to know when bringing a real one home.

CHRISTIAN COUNTY, Mo. – Springfield Cashew Chicken has been a staple in the Ozarks for years, but this year, Representative Jamie Gragg wants to put the dish in the books.

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Friday marked the first day for Missouri lawmakers to pre-file bills that they hope will become law next year. One state representative filed a bill that would ban solitary confinement for K-12 students in public and charter schools.

The Branson Area gets recognition for its Christmas Celebration during a segment of a national television program.

A Lakes Area Representative is among those prefiling legislation to be considered for the next Missouri General Assembly.

The Arkansas Department of Health releases their report honor those in the healthcare industry and first responders for Stroke Care.

A lawsuit has been filed over the death of a teen on Table Rock Lake in 2022.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol works a traffic crash at the Branson City Limit Thursday night.

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Deena Dillard from Circle of Life said Tuesday that the organization is a 501(c)(3) offering services to North Arkansas College and the community; specifically, they serve pregnant or parenting women 27 and younger.

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Deciding to remodel your home is a fun and exciting time, that includes looking at Pinterest ideas, color palettes and styles. But should you tackle this job by yourself or hire a pro?

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Piercing guns are a popular tool for body piercing. They are used in malls, jewelry stores, and many other places that sell piercing accessories. However, there’s a growing concern about this body piercing technique. They’re simply not safe, nor are they painless!