9/11 Memorial Ceremony held at College of the Ozarks
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — Today, on Sept. 11, 2025, College of the Ozarks held a special ceremony to commemorate the lives of those who perished in the terrorist attacks that occurred on Sept. 11, 2001. The keynote speaker was Maj. Gen. Charles D. Hausman, who serves as the adjutant general of the Missouri National Guard. Hausman has served in the U.S. military for over three decades in various roles. He has commanded aviation units, held key leadership roles, and been deployed worldwide. Hausman holds
Veterans Week at College of the Ozarks
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. – College of the Ozarks will host Veterans Week activities, Nov. 5–11, 2025, honoring men and women who have served and sacrificed for our country. Veterans Week will include ceremonies, dedications, guest speakers, and the annual Veterans Day Sunrise Service. “Veterans Week at College of the Ozarks is a time to honor the men and women who have served our nation and to remind ourselves of the freedoms their sacrifice has preserved,” said Chassidy Brittain, director of patriotic
C of O Guest Artist Recital to feature Courtney Fletcher, Jacob Sentgeorge, and Mia Kim
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — On Thursday, Sept. 18, guest artists Courtney Fletcher, Jacob Sentgeorge, and Mia Kim will all perform in the Newman Recital Hall, located in the Gittinger Music Center at College of the Ozarks, at 7:30 p.m. as part of the College of the Ozarks 2025-2026 featured guest artists. The concert is free and open to the public. Seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Mezzo-soprano Courtney Fletcher is a highly acclaimed performer and teacher, known for her
‘I love these’: Shell Knob students gifted new shoes
‘I love these’Shell Knob students gifted new shoesEmerson Bishop was ecstatic to slip on her New Balance sneakers. “I love these,” “I’m never taking these off,” and “These are exactly the ones I wanted!” echoed throughout the halls of Shell Knob School District this past week as the district’s 152 students each received brand-new sneakers. The sound was music to the ears of Superintendent Dr. Chris Conyac who has dreamed of this for more than a year. “This has been on my heart for a long time,” Conyac said
Silver Dollar City, O’Reilly Auto Parts Hit the Road with First-Ever Theme Park Transit Department
OZARK MOUNTAINS, Mo. (Sept. 9, 2025) — Two Ozarks originals are joining forces to make the journey into America’s #1 Theme Park as memorable as the destination itself. Silver Dollar City’s new partnership with O’Reilly Auto Parts will launch the park’s first-ever Theme Park Transit Department—adding a touch of pioneer spirit to the modern-day convenience of a ride in.For 65 years, guests arriving at Silver Dollar City have been greeted with the promise, “You’ve got a great past ahead of you.” That journey
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Harvest Festival Starts Friday
Craft new fall memories at America's #1 Theme Park.September 12 - October 26, 2025Experience the delights of autumn as the Ozark hills come alive with color, delicious aromas waft through the streets and the sounds of adventure fill the air. Harvest Festival is a feast for the eyes with more than 20,000 pumpkins adorning The City in breathtaking displays and photo ops throughout the park — from colorful real pumpkins of every shape and size to intricately-carved masterpieces and towering sculptures. And
College of the Ozarks to host Dr. Tim Elmore for launch of Rooted Families initiative
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks will launch its new Rooted Families initiative with two special events featuring Dr. Tim Elmore, nationally recognized speaker, author, and expert in generational discipleship and youth development. The public is invited to attend on Tuesday, Sept. 23, with sessions at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. in the Royal Oak Forum at The Keeter Center. Both events are free and open to the public. Elmore has been featured on CNN’s “Headline News,” Fox Business, Newsmax, and “Fox &
Fordland Clinic Launches New Women’s Health Program to Expand Access in Rural Communities
Fordland, MO — Fordland Clinic has announced the launch of a comprehensive Women’s Health Program at its Fordland location. This is in addition to offering services aligned with Missouri’s statewide Show Me Healthy Women Program, designed to remove barriers to care for women in rural areas.For many women in Webster County and surrounding communities, reaching Springfield for routine care is difficult. Statistics show that 33% of women in Webster County receive inadequate prenatal care, and 36% begin care
College of the Ozarks welcomes new faculty for fall 2025 semester
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks is excited to welcome 10 new faculty members to campus at the start of the 2025-2026 academic year. Eric Bolger, provost of the College and vice president of academic affairs, said that the large number of new faculty is to be expected due to several faculty members recently retiring this past May. “This is a stellar group of new faculty members for the College,” Bolger said. “The Lord has blessed us with competent and experienced people who will continue to help
College of the Ozarks to hold 9/11 Memorial Ceremony on Thursday, Sept. 11
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — On Thursday, Sept. 11, at 9 a.m., College of the Ozarks will hold a special ceremony to commemorate the lives of those who perished in the terrorist attacks that occurred on Sept. 11, 2001. The public is invited and encouraged to attend the ceremony. The ceremony will be held at the Lest We Forget 9/11 Memorial located next to the Point Lookout Fire Department on James Forsythe Drive on the College of the Ozarks campus. Special guest speaker, Maj. Gen. Charles D. Hausman, is the
College of the Ozarks Earns NAIA Gold-Level Champions of Character® Award for 2024–25
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. —College of the Ozarks has been named a Gold-Level Champions of Character Five-Star Award winner by the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) for the 2024–25 academic year, recognizing the institution’s unwavering commitment to character-driven athletics and student development. The Champions of Character program honors NAIA member institutions that exemplify five core values: integrity, respect, responsibility, sportsmanship, and servant leadership. Schools earn
Simkins Named as Senior Vice President of Branson Bank
Branson Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Eric Simkins to Senior Vice President, Community Bank Lender. As SVP and Community Bank Lender, Simkins will continue to oversee the day-to-day operation of the Branson West, Branson Bank location, while helping customers identify, apply, and fulfill consumer and commercial loan products. He also leads the bank’s business development efforts and plays an instrumental role in the bank’s overall strategic initiatives set forth by the board of
Navy Office of Community Outreach visits School of the Ozarks on student orientation day for Navy We
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — Today, the Navy Office of Community Outreach attended School of the Ozarks student orientation day as part of the Navy’s signature outreach program, Navy Weeks. Navy Weeks provides communities with an opportunity to interact with Navy service members and to learn more about the Navy. As part of its weekly all-school morning flag assembly, School of the Ozarks students and staff heard from sailors about a patriotic hero who made a significant contribution to the history of the
Christian Action Ministries receives Hunger Challenge 2026 Grant from Ozarks Food Harvest to serve B
Grant will allow Christian Action Ministries to expand hunger-relief efforts for families facing food insecurity. Branson, Mo.— Christian Action Ministries recently received a grant thanks to Ozarks Food Harvest’s Hunger Challenge: dollar-for-dollar matching grant. Christian Action Ministries is raising $11,500 in order to receive a dollar-for-dollar matching grant from Ozarks Food Harvest, the regional food bank for southwest Missouri. The funds Christian Action Ministries raises will be used to provide
Who is the Best Rated Charter Bus Company in the USA? Price4Limo!
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USACE announces public workshops for farmers in the White River basin
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will host two workshops from 5 to 7 p.m. Sept. 2 and 3 to meet with lower White River Basin farmers and discuss this year’s spring and summer flooding and the White River Water Control Plan.Farmers are encouraged to register at: https://www.swl.usace.army.mil/About/White-River-Management-Farm-Comments/Participants may arrive anytime during the two-hour window. There will be no formal presentation; Corps personnel will be available at multiple stations for
5th Annual Recovery Jamboree Celebrates Community Members in Recovery
August 19, 2025 5th Annual Recovery Jamboree Celebrates Community Members in Recovery from Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders Branson, Missouri - September is National Recovery Month and there is no better way to celebrate those in recovery from mental health and substance use challenges than by coming together for a day of free, family-friendly fun! Join over 20 local agencies in celebrating at the Sanctuary of Hope on Saturday, September 6 from 10am to 1pm. There will be music, a free lunch,
Fordland Clinic Partners with American Liver Foundation
CONTACT:417-767-2273 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:Fordland Clinic Partners with American Liver Foundation to Offer Free Liverstat Lab Tests for Qualifying PatientsFordland, MO — Fordland Clinic, in collaboration with the American Liver Foundation (ALF), is proud to announce the availability of free Liverstat lab tests for qualifying patients. This comprehensive test includes a Liver Panel, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), and Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase (GGT). Results are typically available within five
Get the Inside Scoop: H2Ozarks to host talks about water quality at local coffee and ice cream shops
Kimberling City, MO – H2Ozarks is inviting residents, landowners, and local business owners to a series of informal discussions on September 3rd and 5th to share their thoughts and concerns about water quality in the Table Rock Lake watershed. This is part of a broader public outreach effort to support the Table Rock Lake Watershed Management Plan, a roadmap for protecting and improving water quality across the region. Attendees can enjoy complimentary items in appreciation of their participation.“Our goal
Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos Celebrates 14 Years of Moving Millions with the Industry’s Highest Customer Satisfaction
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