Online Youth Education Class in Acting, Singing and Dance Announced
Online Youth Education Class in Acting, Singing and Dance AnnouncedIn order to accommodate more students, the Branson Regional Arts Council has changed the start date for it's new “Triple Threat” online conservatory class to October 18th. This exciting musical theatre course focuses on the three major areas of performance: Acting, Singing, and Dance. This three week course is designed for students ages 10-13 and 14-19, providing the youth of our community an opportunity to study in these specific areas
School of the Ozarks ranks No.15 nationwide on Classic Learning Test
School of the Ozarks ranks No.15 nationwide on Classic Learning Test, classically based test equivalent to ACT, SAT POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — School of the Ozarks (S of O) participated in the Classic Learning Test (CLT) for the first time this year and has ranked in the Top 15 schools in the nation. S of O was ranked No. 15 out of 1,200 participating schools. “To be recognized as one of the top schools in our first year of taking the CLT verifies what our graduates have been reporting,” said Brad Dolloff, dean
Ollis Elected to Missouri Association of Insurance Agents Board
Ollis Elected to Missouri Association of Insurance Agents BoardSPRINGFIELD, MO – Richard Ollis, CEO of Ollis/Akers/Arney, was recently elected to serve on the board of directors for the Missouri Association of Insurance Agents representing Region 10. The primary mission of the association is to provide marketing education and resources to independent agencies, agents and their clients, as well as provide state and federal legislative advocacy. “We’re working together to try to help one another stay
College of the Ozarks to host estate planning webinar Monday, Sept. 28
College of the Ozarks to host estate planning webinar Monday, Sept. 28 POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks will host an estate planning webinar on Monday, Sept. 28, at 10 a.m. Anyone is welcome to register for the free, live webinar: https://www.cofo.edu/EstatePlanning The webinar will be hosted by Natalie Rasnick, dean of development at College of the Ozarks, and led by Andy Peebles, attorney and estate expert. “We are so pleased to offer this complimentary estate planning webinar to our
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College of the Ozarks reveals plans for The William S. Knight Center for Patriotic Education
College of the Ozarks reveals plans for The William S. Knight Center for Patriotic Education on campus Builds on nationally acclaimed Patriotic Education Program POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks is establishing The William S. Knight Center for Patriotic Education on its campus, built by its staff and students, with completion slated for 2021. The Center will house the required Patriotic Education classes, attended by all college freshmen, as well as a variety of programs to foster good
School of the Ozarks welcomes three new faculty members
School of the Ozarks welcomes three new faculty members POINT LOOKOUT, MO. —School of the Ozarks started the 2020-2021 academic year with three new faculty members. Brad Dolloff, dean of School of the Ozarks, said the new faculty bring strong academic credentials. This past year showed a good retention rate among faculty.“The primary focus on hiring faculty is their commitment to Christian education,” Dolloff said. “Secondly, we look for academic credentials and giftedness in teaching. We are blessed in
Ollis/Akers/Arney Employee Receives Statewide Insurance Customer Service Award
Ollis/Akers/Arney Employee Receives Statewide Insurance Customer Service Award, Third Time in Four Years SPRINGFIELD, MO – The National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research announced that Ashlae Cook, Commercial Risk Account Manager with Ollis/Akers/Arney is the 2020 Missouri recipient of the Outstanding CSR of the Year award. Cook is the third Ollis/Akers/Arney employee to receive the statewide distinction since 2016 for demonstrating outstanding service and professionalism within the insurance
Free Virtual Watch Party of Shakespeare's Hamlet Announced
Free Virtual Watch Party of Shakespeare's Hamlet AnnouncedThe Branson Regional Arts Council and Forte Theatre Productions are hosting a free online virtual watch party of last year’s 2019 Shakespeare in the Park production of Hamlet, as performed live at Chad A Fuqua Memorial Park in Hollister, Missouri. This classic play features original music by Chris Skillern. Guest speakers from the creative team and cast will be on hand to share behind the scenes excitement and little known facts about this
College of the Ozarks welcomes seven new faculty members
College of the Ozarks welcomes seven new faculty members POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks started the 2020-2021 academic year with seven new professors. Eric Bolger, vice president for academic affairs and dean of the College, said the number of new hires is typical for the start of the academic year. Two have taught at the College previously – Dr. Autumn Moody and Beth Huddleston, and two are alumnae – Melissa Sanders and Kim Tinsley. “This is an excellent group of new professors,” Bolger
Stone County Opens Time Capsule to Celebrate Courthouse 100th Anniversary
Galena, MO--The Stone County Commissioners and Stone County Historical Society celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Stone County Courthouse on Saturday, September 26 at noon. Stone County community members are invited to see the opening of a time capsule and participate in burying a new time capsule at the events planned for the celebration at the Courthouse on the square in Galena. “One hundred years old and still beautiful!” said Julie Green, President of the Stone County Historical and Genealogical
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Shady Acre Motel wins 2020 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Award
Shady Acre Motel wins 2020 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Award for Best Bargain Hotels in the United States Branson West, Missouri--The Shady Acre Motel has once again been awarded Tripadvisor's "Travelers Choice - Best of the Best" award as one of the Top 25 Bargain Hotels in the United States. The “Best Hotels” are determined by a full year of Tripadvisor reviews. The winners exemplify travelers’ ultimate favorite, top one percent of hospitality businesses around the globe. Shady Acre
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College of the Ozarks holds 9/11 Memorial Ceremony Sept. 11, 2020
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — 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. Because of COVID-19 guidelines, this year’s event was not open for the general public. A limited number of students participated in the event. President Jerry C. Davis gave opening remarks and introduced Ted Martin, fire chief and management director for the City of Branson Fire and Rescue Department, who delivered the address for the
College of the Ozarks nursing student saves a life
College of the Ozarks nursing student saves a life POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — Emma Petry, a senior nursing major at College of the Ozarks, helped to save a man’s life on Thursday, Aug. 6, on South Central Avenue, Eureka, Missouri. As she was driving that day, she came upon the scene of an emergency. Petry immediately put her training into action, beginning CPR on a man who was unresponsive. “In that moment, I don’t remember feeling any specific emotion,” Petry said. “You don’t really have time to feel
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announces meeting of the Table Rock Lake Oversight Committee
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announces the fourth meeting of the Table Rock Lake Oversight Committee. The virtual meeting will be held from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 23 via teleconference.The agenda for Meeting Four is as follows:I. Call to Order, Designated Federal Officer and TRLOC ChairpersonII. Corps Presentation on Response to TRLOC RecommendationsIII. Corps Presentation on final Table Rock Lake Master Plan and final Table Rock Lake Shoreline Management PlanIV. TRLOC Termination Process
OTC to expand agriculture program with donated livestock
OTC to expand agriculture program with donated livestock WHAT: The arrival of five steers and 12 Dorper sheep, which add a livestock component to OTC’s comprehensive agriculture program. WHEN: The cattle are expected to arrive Thursday, Sept. 10 between 3 and 3:30 p.m. WHERE: The OTC Richwood Valley Campus Agriculture Center, located along Highway 14 between Ozark and Nixa. WHO: OTC officials, agriculture students and instructors, along with the cattle donor, Mike Seitz, who is a farmer and real
College of the Ozarks to hold 9/11 Memorial Ceremony
College of the Ozarks to hold 9/11 Memorial Ceremony POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — On Friday, Sept. 11, 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. Because of COVID-19 guidelines, this year’s event will not be open for the general public. A limited number of students will participate. Ted Martin, fire chief and management director for the City of Branson Fire and Rescue Department, will be delivering
College of the Ozarks to host Homecoming (Nov. 5-7), Commencement (Nov. 8) virtually
College of the Ozarks to host Homecoming (Nov. 5-7), Commencement (Nov. 8) virtually POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — In order to ensure the safety of its campus community during the pandemic, College of the Ozarks will host its Homecoming (Nov. 5-7) and Baccalaureate/Commencement (Nov. 8) activities virtually this year. The virtual format will allow for alumni, graduates, and others to participate in these activities safely and without the need to travel. Additional details about these events will be
New Artist Reception At Branson Convention Center Art Exhibition
New Artist Reception At Branson Convention Center Art Exhibition The Branson Regional Arts Council invites the general public to attend their Annual Member Meeting and New Artist Reception at the Art Exhibition Gallery on the second floor promenade of the Branson Convention Center on Friday, September 4th from 7pm until 8pm. There is no cost to attend this event. Incredible works by several new area artists will be unveiled, and Jim Barber, Executive Director of the Branson Regional Arts Council, will be
Modern Songwriting & Production Workshop with Prince Ivan Announced
Modern Songwriting & Production Workshop with Prince Ivan AnnouncedAfter a six-month postponement due to the pandemic, Prince Ivan’s Modern Songwriting and Production Workshop will take place at the Historic Owen Theatre in downtown Branson on Saturday, September 5, 2020 beginning at 9:00am. The $20 Registration Fee benefits the Branson Regional Arts Council who is hosting the event. Participants may secure their seat for the event at BransonArts.org/princeivan. Over the last couple of years, Branson
The Odd Couple Brings Laughter Back To Historic Owen Theatre
The Odd Couple Brings Laughter Back To Historic Owen Theatre After a six-month postponement due to the pandemic, big laughs are about to fill the air as the Branson Regional Arts Council presents the hilarious comedy play The Odd Couple by Neil Simon at the Historic Owen Theatre in downtown Branson. Additional performances have been added to the calendar so that more people can enjoy this incredibly funny production. The facility is continually sanitized with social distance seating established so the
Ryan Allison Joins Ollis/Akers/Arney Team
SPRINGFIELD, MO – Ryan Allison joined Ollis/Akers/Arney Insurance and Business Advisors as an Employee Benefits Advisor and employee-owner June 2020. Allison is responsible for the design and implementation of employee benefit programs to enhance his client’s ability to attract and retain the best talent. He will serve clients throughout Missouri focusing primarily in the southwest region. “I was looking to do what I’m naturally good at, which is building relationships and truly helping employers at
Stone County awards grant for rent/mortgage relief
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 24, 2020 Stone County awards grant for rent/mortgage relief The Stone County Commission has awarded OACAC Stone County Neighborhood Center funds to assist individuals with rent and mortgage relief due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The funds are made available through the federal CARES Act. Individuals who are residents in Stone County and meet income
