Branson Bank Hosts Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening
(Branson, MO) On Thursday, November 21, 2024, Branson Bank held a ribbon cutting to officially dedicate the bank’s 5th full-service community bank location in Branson West. At 3:00PM, bank associates gathered with guests and representatives of the Table Rock Lake Chamber of Commerce to cut the “grand opening” ribbon in front of the newly built facility. Eric Simkins, Vice President and Commercial Lender of Branson Bank welcomed guests and expressed thanks to those who made the project possible. “We are
Table Rock Lake Chamber of Commerce Receives Statewide Award
Branson West — The Table Rock Lake Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that it has been awarded the "Best in State" Award of Excellence by the Chamber of Commerce Executives of Missouri (CCEM). Through training, education and a strong network of peers, CCEM provides Chamber executives and associations with the resources needed to operate successful chambers and promote the vitality of their communities. The Table Rock Lake Chamber of Commerce was honored with the Communication Excellence Award for
Veterans Week Ceremonies hosted at College of the Ozarks
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks celebrated Veterans Day with special events November 5-12 to honor those who have served and sacrificed for our country. The events included an opening ceremony, a POW/MIA remembrance service, and a Veterans Sunrise Service. On Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 10 a.m., Branson Veterans of America 913 hosted the Veterans Week Opening Ceremony at College of the Ozarks Patriots Park. The ceremony included a welcome by Dr. Brad Johnson, president of College of the
Mark Twain puts focus on early success of students
Located in rural eastern Taney County, Mark Twain School District faces its fair share of challenges. When it comes to providing quality education and support for parents, however, Superintendent Joe Donley does not waver.The district recently received a $15,000 Hope Grant from Silver Dollar City Foundation to help offset the cost of a preschool aide, ensuring children aren’t turned away from the vital program due to capacity issues and parents have a safe place to send their children.“Preschool is an
College of the Ozarks alumnus, Colonel Bradley A. Leonard, promoted to Brigadier General
College of the Ozarks alumnus, Colonel Bradley A. Leonard, promoted to Brigadier General at Patriots Park ceremony POINT LOOKOUT, MO — College of the Ozarks hosted a promotion ceremony on Oct. 25 for alumnus Colonel Bradley A. Leonard, who achieved the rank of Brigadier General in the U.S. Army. Held at the College’s Patriots Park, this special event celebrated Leonard’s distinguished career and dedication to service. The pinning of his insignia was conducted by Major General Levon E. Cumpton, Adjutant
Branson Bank Welcomes Tammy Kelley, VP, Controller & Operation Officer
Branson Bank Welcomes Tammy Kelley, VP, Controller & Operation Officer (Branson, MO) Branson Bank extends a warm welcome with the addition of Tammy Kelley as Vice President, Controller and Operations Officer. Kelley will report to the bank’s SVP, Chief Operations Officer and will oversee the internal audit program, provide redundancies for the finance and accounting department while managing the holding company, shareholder, and board duties on behalf of the bank. Kelley has devoted over 20 years to the
Ollis/Akers/Arney Named as a Top Insurance Workplace by Insurance Business America
Ollis/Akers/Arney Named as a Top Insurance WorkplaceSPRINGFIELD, MO – Ollis/Akers/Arney for the sixth consecutive year was named a Top Insurance Workplace—one of only 43 companies in the United States and Missouri’s only company to achieve the distinction from Insurance Business America.“I am a firm believer that culture starts with your hiring process,” says Joe Gaunt, Ollis/Akers/Arney director of operations. “With targeted selection interviewing, we’re trying to get an idea of how a person is going to