Katie Hodges Elevated to Executive Vice President of Branson Bank
(Branson, MO) — Branson Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Katie Hodges to the role of Executive Vice President, Chief Operations Officer. Hodges will continue to oversee the Operations, Compliance, Accounting/ Finance, and Retail Operations departments and joins the Executive Leadership Team for the community bank. Additionally, she will join the bank’s Board of Directors, as an Advisory Director, further helping drive strategic initiatives and oversight at the highest level of leadership for
GET LOUD! BRANTLEY GILBERT STORMS THE BLACK OAK AMP STAGE FRIDAY, AUGUST 29!
Black Oak Amp Cranks It Up Because There’s No One To Turn It Down – Country Grit, Southern Swagger -Brantley Gilbert: Raw, Loud, and Unapologetic! [Lampe, MO – June 10, 2025] – Country rock powerhouse Brantley Gilbert is set to bring his electrifying energy to Black Oak Amphitheater Friday, August 29, delivering a night of hard-hitting country-rock anthems and high-octane performance for fans. With a reputation for blending Southern rock, country, and a rebellious spirit, Gilbert has captivated
College of the Ozarks student journalists from “The Point” win 27 awards for excellence in broadcast
College of the Ozarks student journalists from “The Point” win 27 awards for excellence in broadcast journalism POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — Student journalists from “The Point” Broadcast Newsroom at College of the Ozarks have been recognized with 27 awards for outstanding broadcast journalism. Top awards presented to the student journalists included “Best All-Around Television News Magazine,” “Winner – Television Feature Reporting,” “Winner – Television Sports Reporting,” “Winner – Hard News Story,”
School of the Ozarks track and field team wins MSHSAA District Championship, places at state
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. —The School of the Ozarks track and field team delivered a successful performance at the Class 2 District 5 Championship meet on May 10 and followed with strong results at the MSHSAA State Championship May 23 – 24 at Adkins Stadium in Jefferson City. The team’s determination and hard work were on full display as the boys’ team placed first overall in the district championship meet while the girls’ team placed fourth. At the state Championship, multiple athletes qualified and several
Championship Martial Arts Hosts Spring 2025 Belt Testing Event
CMA Students Show Off Skills (Branson West, MO) About 100 Students from the Branson and Table Rock Lake locations of Championship Martial Arts came together Saturday, May 31, for the Spring 2025 Belt Testing and Promotion Ceremony held at Reeds Spring High School. Students performed traditional forms (also called patterns or katas), various levels of sparring, and powerful board breaks, all designed to test their technique, focus, and perseverance. “The event showcased the dedication and progress of
Lee Brice Reschedules Black Oak Amp Show for Saturday, July 19 with Special Guest Priscilla Block
[Lampe, MO – June 2, 2025] – Country music fans, get ready for an unforgettable night! Lee Brice has officially announced the rescheduled date for his highly anticipated performance at Black Oak Amphitheater, now set for Saturday, July 19. Adding to the excitement, Priscilla Block will join Brice as a special guest, bringing her signature blend of country-pop to the stage. Priscilla Block is a dynamic force in country music, known for her unapologetic lyrics and infectious energy. She first gained
Branson Bank Promotes Greg Baker to Executive Vice President
(Branson, MO) — Branson Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Greg M. Baker to the role of Executive Vice President, Chief Lending Officer. In this elevated leadership position, Baker will continue to drive the bank’s commercial lending strategy while playing a key role in shaping long-term business development and community engagement initiatives. Since 2012, Baker has led business development and commercial lending efforts at Branson Bank, fostering lasting relationships and contributing to the
Branson school team focused on helping ‘when life gets hard’
District relies on support from community, Silver Dollar City Foundation to meet needsTucked in the back of Branson Cedar Ridge Primary School is a small office of what could be described as superheroes. These superheroes, otherwise known as the social work team, work quietly behind the scenes to help meet the needs of students throughout the district.Each school year, the team of three school employees help hundreds of students and their families with everything from clothing and shoes to more critical
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
Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos Celebrates Another Successful Week Serving Hundreds of Including the Daytona 500, Gasparilla Music Festival and more!
Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos Celebrates Another Successful Week Serving Hundreds of Including the Daytona 500, Gasparilla Music Festival and more! February 17, 2025 — Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos is proud to have provided group transportation to hundreds of events this past weekend across the United States. Just a few of the many weekend events Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos provided transportation for include: the Daytona 500, the Gasparilla Music Festival, and hundreds of private celebrations such as
Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos Ready To Tackle Wedding Season in 2025 After Serving Thousands in 2024! Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos is geared up to tackle the 2025 wedding season, following a successful year of serving thousands of couples in 2024!
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Price 4 Limo Celebrates its 14th Year in Business! Since 2011, Price 4 Limo has been a leading provider of ground transportation — offering service in every city across the USA and moving more than 1 million happy customers!
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Price 4 Limo — America's Highest Rated Prom Limousine & Bus Provider — Gears Up For 2025 Prom Season. With another successful prom season in the books, transporting more than 50,000 students in 2024, Price 4 Limo — America’s largest and highest-rated
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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