College of the Ozarks breaks ground on The Arthur and RuthAnn White Child Development Center
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks celebrated a significant milestone on May 4, with the groundbreaking of The Arthur and RuthAnn White Child Development Center, a new facility designed to expand and enhance care for the College’s youngest community members while providing hands-on learning opportunities for students. Several donors, faculty, staff, daycare student teachers, and daycare children attended the ceremony. Special remarks were made by Dr. Sue head, vice president of cultural affairs and
College of the Ozarks to host national Plein Air Convention artists for campus paint-out
Hundreds of painters expected to capture iconic campus landscapes during May 15 event POINT LOOKOUT, MO — College of the Ozarks will welcome artists from across the nation on Friday, May 15, as part of the nationally recognized Plein Air Convention & Expo (PACE), taking place in the Branson area May 14–18, 2026. The event, presented by Plein Air Convention & Expo, is considered the world’s largest gathering of outdoor painters and will bring hundreds of artists to the Ozarks for five days of instruction,
Nonprofit Seeks Public Input on Draft of Table Rock Lake Management Plan
Kimberling City, MO – Nonprofit H2Ozarks is inviting residents, landowners, business owners to review and comment on a draft Watershed Management Plan for the Table Rock Lake watershed. The public comment period is open now through May 31st, 2026. A public meeting will be held May 20th from 4-6pm at City of Kimberling City Hall. H2Ozarks encourages anyone who lives, works, or recreates around Table Rock Lake to contribute their insights to this community-driven plan that strives to protect and restore water
Forsyth closing the gap for childcare
A recent study found the need for infant and toddler care in Stone and Taney counties exceeds the number of available licensed slots by about 1,400 – a statistic that doesn’t come as a surprise to Forsyth Superintendent Dr. Jeff Mingus.“It was not unusual for us to get a call at least once a week from parents looking for childcare,” Mingus said as he walked the hall of the district’s newest facility – Forsyth Early Childhood Center. “We realized it was time for us to offer childcare for our area.”In
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Bluegrass & BBQ returns to Silver Dollar City
Patriotic concert May 9 marks start of America’s 250th celebration OZARK MOUNTAINS, Mo. (May 1, 2026) — The hills and hollers of Silver Dollar City will hum with the sound of strings and the smell of slow-smoked barbecue as Bluegrass & BBQ returns to America’s #1 Theme Park, May 7–25. In the midst of the festival, Silver Dollar City will also launch its celebration of America’s 250th birthday with a special Celebrate America Concert on May 9 at noon in Echo Hollow Amphitheatre. The patriotic
Branson Bank Partners with Legacy Academy Supporting Financial Literacy
(Branson, MO) In recognition of Financial Literacy Month, Branson Bank visited the ninth-grade students at Legacy Academy to engage in meaningful conversations about practical money management and responsible financial decision-making. During the visit, AVP, Senior Business Relationship Banker, Norma Desrochers, introduced real-life financial scenarios designed to build practical knowledge and confidence. Topics included saving, budgeting, managing a first paycheck, and planning for major purchases such
Stacy Cash Promoted to AVP, Business Services & Operations Officer
(Branson, MO) Branson Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Stacy Cash to Assistant Vice President (AVP), Business Services & Operations Officer. In this role, Cash will continue to play a critical role in delivering efficient, secure, and innovative services to business customers, including financial tools like, ACH origination, Merchant Remote Deposit Capture (MRDC), and Positive Pay, to name a few. Her expertise ensures that business customers receive reliable operational support and a seamless
Branson to Welcome New European-Style Christmas Market in 2026
AI version of the market. The clock tower will be full of lights. Branson, MO — Branson will welcome a new holiday tradition in December 2026 with the launch of the Branson Christkindlmarkt, a European-style Christmas market inspired by the festive village markets of Germany, Austria and Hungary. The Branson Christkindlmarkt will take place over the first three weekends in December, Thursday through Sunday, beneath the iconic clock tower at The Shoppes at Branson Meadows. The area will be transformed
Black Oak Amphitheater Turns Up the Heat with Ted Nugent Live in Concert July 18
Lampe, MO — Black Oak Amphitheater at Table Rock Lake is turning up the heat this summer with an electrifying night of rock and roll. Legendary guitarist and showman Ted Nugent will take the stage on Saturday, July 18, joined by special guest Black Stone Cherry for an unforgettable live concert experience under the stars. Fans can expect a high-energy performance packed with Nugent’s iconic hits, including “Cat Scratch Fever,” “Just What the Doctor Ordered,” and the legendary “Stranglehold,” all
Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos Celebrates 15 Years in Business & Earns 4,000th Five Star Review
March 13, 2026 — Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos, America’s largest and highest-rated limousine, party bus and charter bus company, proudly celebrates its 15th year in business! Since 2011, Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos has moved more than 1,000,000 passengers and completed over 50,000 trips, earning the trust of Fortune 500 companies, major universities, professional sports teams, and private groups nationwide. With a 96% customer satisfaction rate and over 4,000 five-star reviews, Price 4 Charter Buses &
Table Rock Lake’s Dewey Short Visitor Center opens for the season
Table Rock Lake’s Dewey Short Visitor Center opens for the season BRANSON, Mo. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will open the Dewey Short Visitor Center for the season on March 3, 2026. Hours of Operation for 2026: March 3 – May 23 Tuesday – Saturday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., closed federal holidays May 24 – Sept. 12 Sunday – Saturday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., open federal holidays Sept. 13 – Nov. 28Tuesday – Saturday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., closed federal holidays. Visitor center hours are subject to
Ollis/Akers/Arney Named in Top Five of America’s Best Workplaces
Ollis/Akers/Arney ranks as one of America’s Best Workplaces Top Ten employers, securing the 5th place ranking among medium companies nationwide. After three years as the #1 Best Place to Work in southwest Missouri administered by Best companies Group and hosted by Biz417, the company’s score qualified the insurance brokerage to compete on the national level.The 100% employee-owned company prioritizes culture, professional development, benefits and flexibility as hallmarks to retain and attract employees.
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