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Generations Bank Announces New Market President for Kimberling City
ROGERS, AR –Generations Bank welcomes Melissa Box to their Kimberling City team as Market President. Melissa will invest in Kimberling City and its surrounding communities, serving the banking needs of individuals and businesses. Melissa comes to us with over 26 years of banking experience. Prior roles include retail operations, management, and lending at other banks. "As we grow, we’re staying rooted in Kimberling City — focused on stability, showing up for our neighbors, and being a steady, supportive
College of the Ozarks graduates receive Memorial Scholarship
College of the Ozarks graduates receive the Chris Waller Memorial Scholarship POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — This year marked the 15th year the Chris Waller Memorial Scholarship has been presented to College of the Ozarks graduates in memory of Chris Waller. This year, two deserving recipients were awarded the scholarship: Ethan Herman, an engineering major, and Jeremy Kroeker, an exercise science major. This scholarship is given to College of the Ozarks graduates who possess outstanding character and want
College of the Ozarks launches “Convo Team” to elevate convocation experience
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. – College of the Ozarks has launched “The Convo Team,” a dynamic, student-led initiative aimed at enriching the convocation experience. Under the leadership of Residence Directors Janna Goodwin and Beverly Jackson, this team of 17 students is dedicated to elevating campus-wide convocations by ensuring engaging, high-quality events that resonate with the student body. As part of the College’s five-fold mission, students are required to attend convocations, events designed to showcase
School of the Ozarks hosted 2025 Classical Christian Educators Conference
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — School of the Ozarks hosted the annual Classical Christian Educators (CCE) Conference, Nourishing the Christian Imagination, at College of the Ozarks on March 7-8, 2025. The CCE Conference is an opportunity for educators to come together to be enriched in their practices. “What started as just a gathering of two or three schools to encourage our teachers has grown into a conference of over 200 attendees from all over the nation,” said Dr. Brad Dolloff, dean of School of the
College of the Ozarks to host annual Honor America event Saturday, June 28
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. - College of the Ozarks will host the annual Honor America celebration on Saturday, June 28, on the College campus. Honor America is free and open to the public. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy an evening of family-friendly activities, live music, food, and a spectacular patriotic finale featuring fireworks and drones. Schedule of Events 6 p.m. — Festivities Begin Food vendors will include Chick-fil-A, London Calling, Kilwin’s, and The Deck Pizza
The Shepherd of the Hills Announces Seats of Honor Program for Thurman Old Mill Theatre in 2025
BRANSON, MO (May 20, 2025) – For more than six decades, The Shepherd of the Hills has stood as a living testament to the spirit and story of the Ozarks. Now, through our new Seats of Honor program, individuals have the opportunity to cement their place in this enduring legacy by dedicating a seat in the beloved Thurman Old Mill Theatre. “For everyone who has visited the Outdoor Drama, The Shepherd of the Hills has become part of their story,” said Jeff Johnson, co-owner and general manager. “Some are
College of the Ozarks Alumni Association hosts Doc Good Day at Convoy of Hope
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — The Alumni Association of College of the Ozarks hosted its annual service day named in honor of former president Dr. R. M. Good on Saturday, May 3, at Convoy of Hope in Springfield, Missouri. Dr. Robert M. Good served as president of The School of the Ozarks for 31 years. He embodied the concept of servant leadership during his tenure and played a fundamental role in improving the campus grounds, including developments such as constructing the campus chapel, adding a hospital,
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DWIGHT YOAKAM’S COSMIC ROUNDUP & RODEO TOUR RIDES INTO BLACK OAK AMP SEPTEMBER 6
DWIGHT YOAKAM’S COSMIC ROUNDUP & RODEO TOUR RIDES INTO BLACK OAK AMP SEPTEMBER 6 W/SPECIAL GUESTS ASHLEY MCBRYDE, ELI YOUNG BAND & MORE [Lampe, MO – May 19, 2025] – Get ready for an unforgettable night of country music as the Cosmic Roundup & Rodeo Tour rides into town! Black Oak Amp is thrilled to announce that Grammy Award-winning artist Dwight Yoakam will take the stage Saturday, September 6, delivering his signature blend of honky-tonk and hillbilly-rock infused county for an electrifying
Area Seniors Receive Branson Bank Scholarship
(Branson, MO) Each year, Branson Bank awards three, one-time, $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors, living in Taney and Stone County, who plan to further their education in the fields of Finance or Business. The community bank promoted their scholarship opportunities through social media, area schools and within their bank locations. For 2025, all three recipients are seniors graduating from Branson High School. On Monday, May 13, Greg Baker, EVP, Chief Lending Officer of Branson Bank, attended
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Experience the POWER of Worship Like Never Before
BLACK OAK AMP ANNOUNCEMENT: Experience the POWER of Worship Like Never Before – Crowder LIVE with Special Guest James River Worship at Black Oak Amphitheater Sunday June 22 [Lampe, MO – May 14, 2025]– Grammy-nominated Christian music artist Crowder takes the Black Oak Amp stage Sunday, June 22, with special guest James River Worship. Known for his innovative blend of folk, rock, electronic, and urban elements, Crowder has over 2.1 billion global streams, five No. 1 radio singles, five GRAMMY
College of the Ozarks Professor Jennifer Maloney receives The Eugene Charles Wittick Teaching Award
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — Dr. Jennifer Maloney, associate professor of psychology, received The Eugene Charles Wittick Teaching Excellence Award on May 10, 2025, at the 118th Commencement Ceremony at College of the Ozarks. The Eugene Charles Wittick Teaching Excellence Award honors those professors who have demonstrated outstanding teaching ability and who have had a major impact on the lives and careers of their students. Honorees have shown exceptional interest in their students, have set an example
College of the Ozarks Professor Geoff Akers receives The Mildred Letton Wittick Professional Achieve
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — Dr. Geoff Akers, professor of engineering, received The Mildred Letton Wittick Professional Award on May 10, 2025, at the 118th Commencement Ceremony at College of the Ozarks. The Mildren Letton Wittick Professional Achievement Award honors faculty members for their professional accomplishments, which may include research, publications, performance, creative productions, and service to professional organizations. Akers spent his recent sabbatical providing engineering support to
The Armstrong McDonald School of Nursing at College of the Ozarks holds 16th annual Pinning and Bles
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — The Armstrong McDonald School of Nursing (AMSON) at College of the Ozarks held its 16th Annual Pinning and Blessing Ceremony on Friday, May 9, at 4 p.m. in Williams Memorial Chapel. Class of 2025 graduates, nursing faculty, family members, and guests of the graduates attended the event. A reception for the graduates and their families was held afterwards. At the ceremony,18 students received a specifically designed pin that reflects the program’s five main pursuits of truth,
College of the Ozarks announces summer chapel time change
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks Williams Memorial Chapel is hosting evening Sunday chapel services, every other week, throughout the summer. The services are June 1, June 15, June 29, July 13, July 27, and Aug. 10, 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. The time change allows students to get connected and attend local church services and then come together in the evenings and worship as a campus community. The time change also allows students to earn required chapel credit for the fall semester. “Moving
School of the Ozarks holds Commencement Ceremony for 26 students on May 10
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — School of the Ozarks held its Commencement Ceremony at Williams Memorial Chapel on Saturday, May 10, celebrating the graduation of 26 seniors. Of the graduating class, 17 students committed to furthering their education at College of the Ozarks. “This is the 13th commencement since School of the Ozarks reopened,” said Dr. Brad Dolloff, dean of School of the Ozarks. “The Class of 2025 set a goal of being known for their willingness to serve. They have definitely achieved that goal. It
College of the Ozarks student newspaper, “The Outlook,” honored with four journalism awards
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — The College of the Ozarks student newspaper, “The Outlook,” has been honored by the Society of Professional Journalists with four college journalism awards. The awards are for “The Outlook” student journalists’ work in the fall semester of 2024. Adam Roseberry ,junior, and Clay Steward, sophomore, both journalism majors, won first place in the category of “General News Reporting – Small Newspaper” for their stories covering an emergency management exercise at Silver Dollar
Students graduate debt free from College of the Ozarks during Commencement Ceremony, tomorrow, May 1
Nursing graduate Macy Landers realizes life-long dream POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks will host its 118th Commencement Ceremony tomorrow morning, May 10, at 10 a.m. in The Howell W. Keeter Athletic Complex on the College campus. The ceremony will honor 328 graduating students: 79 Bachelor of Arts, 230 Bachelor of Science, and 19 Bachelor of Science in Nursing. This is a ticketed event for graduates and their families. The top five majors of the graduating class are psychology, nursing, child
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Classics Boaters from 7 States to Cruise Table Rock Lake
Classics Boaters from 7 States to Cruise Table Rock Lake --with Pre-event Cruise to Eureka Springs, Arkansas- TWO FREE TO PUBLIC MINI-SHOWS (Kimberling City, MO) Coming from seven states, classic boats and boaters will ply the deep blue water of Table Rock Lake May 29th through May 31st.. The antique and classic boats will cruise more miles than in any other single classic boating event. This will be the 22nd Annual Classics Cruisin’ Table Rock Lake event. This year’s cruising starts with
College of the Ozarks reaffirms Sabbath observance, adjusts Sunday operations
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks, after carefully evaluating Sunday operations, is committed to upholding its foundational values by discontinuing Sunday brunch at The Keeter Center. This step, rooted in faith, tradition, and a desire to prioritize students and employees, aligns with the values of the College. Reservations for Sunday brunch will continue through the summer, with the final brunches being served on July 20, 27, and Aug. 3. Enjoy a thoughtfully curated brunch menu featuring timeless
20 years of Bluegrass & BBQ
Award-winning festival returns to Silver Dollar City OZARK MOUNTAINS, Mo. (May 1, 2025) — Silver Dollar City’s Bluegrass & BBQ festival is back for a dozen days of toe-tapping tunes from legendary groups and mouthwatering flavors from The City’s pitmasters, May 14-26. Named “Event of the Year” by the International Bluegrass Music Association, the festival stars the industry’s most notable names like “Queen of Bluegrass" and Grand Ole Opry member Rhonda Vincent with her band The Rage, Authentic
College of the Ozarks First Lady Laura Lacey Johnson releases “Steadfast: A Guided Prayer Journal”
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks is pleased to announce the release of “Steadfast: A Guided Prayer Journal,” authored by Laura Lacey Johnson, First Lady of College of the Ozarks. Inspired by Colossians 4:2 – “Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving” – the journal encourages a rhythm of prayer through the structure of Pray. Watch. Thank. “Most of us want to be steadfast or faithful in our prayer lives, but sometimes we need a little help starting a conversation
College of the Ozarks hosts 31st Camp Lookout for area youth
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — Camp Lookout, a community outreach program hosted by College of the Ozarks, will return for its 31st year of offering a free summer camp to children in Stone and Taney Counties. The theme for Camp Lookout this year is "Fueled," rooted in Hebrews 12:28, a verse which highlights the importance of serving the kingdom of God. Camp Lookout is hosted on the College of the Ozarks campus at the campgrounds, complete with an activities field, housing, and playgrounds. For the summer of
It’s a Three-Peat for Silver Dollar City
USA TODAY Readers Name Ozark Mountain Theme Park No. 1 OZARK MOUNTAINS, Mo. (April 30, 2025) — Silver Dollar City is celebrating a first-ever three-peat, as the internationally-awarded 1880s theme park won the top spot as America’s “Best Theme Park” for the third year in a row, according to readers of USA TODAY in the 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. The historic win follows four weeks of intense competition between twenty parks nationwide, including Disney, Universal, SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, LEGOLAND and
College of the Ozarks President Brad Johnson named to Springfield Business Journal’s 2025 Class of M
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks is proud to announce that its president, Dr. Brad Johnson, has been named one of Springfield Business Journal’s 2025 Men of the Year, an annual award honoring men across southwest Missouri who demonstrate outstanding leadership and impact in their communities and professions. Johnson was honored at the recognition event hosted by the Springfield Business Journal on April 24, 2025. Johnson became the 17th president of College of the Ozarks in 2022 and has
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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
