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The Executive Director of Christian Action Ministries says the organization is looking for long-term donations to help make up for recently lost federal funding.

An Actor/Comedian known for his Facebook and YouTube videos was in the Ozarks for a show in Harrison Saturday after which he takes to social media to give his visit a positive review.

One of the most unusual elections in the Lakes Region sees all three races won by Write-In Candidates.

The winds around the Lakes Region are expected to be gusty leading to Wind Advisories for some.

Firefighters respond to a report of a power pole on fire Friday evening but get a little bit more than they expected.

Some Arkansas residents see their state tax deadlines extended due to recent storms.

A law that was passed two decades ago is about to finally go into effect.

One new position is being added as the Branson School District continues to revise the administration team for next school year.

A plane has gone done near the Stone and Barry County Line around Cape Fair.

Troop D of the Missouri State Highway Patrol works a pair of traffic crashes resulting in serious injuries. 

A Marshfield, Mo cherry blossom festival is set to kick off, but the event's importance stretches outside the state.

Branson sits among the first places to receive the Missouri Blue Shield designation, according to a Wednesday press release from the Missouri governor's office.

WASHINGTON, – A former Arkansas governor is now engaged in international diplomacy.

House Republicans have advanced a joint resolution to the floor which would put limits on abortion rights that voters added to the state constitution in November. 

County Clerks around the state are in the process of certifying the results of the Tuesday Municipal Election. In one county, that task includes additional responsibilities. 

An individual in the Lakes Region was defrauded of over $27,00 in a Romance Fraud Scheme.

The Taney County Health Department is using a recognition week to recap some of the services they have provided over the last year.

Efforts to change voter-approved paid sick leave laws are gaining momentum in Jefferson City. 

Point Lookout, MO — Options Pregnancy Clinic will host its annual Walk for Life on April 12 at the Branson RecPlex, Pavilion D. The event will begin with registration and breakfast at 8:30 a.m., followed by the walk at 9 a.m. Participants from the community are encouraged to join in the walk to raise awareness for life and raise much-needed funds for Options Pregnancy Clinic.

The Branson Fire Department honored one of their own as he retired after giving 26 years of his life in service to the community.

Branson's Arbor Day Celebration is around the corner, according to a press release from the city.

New leadership has been elected for some communities while several ballot issues pass in the Lakes Region as result of the votes cast in the Missouri Municipal Elections.

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) pushed for tougher legislation Monday as it held its first-ever candlelight vigil inside of the Capitol’s rotunda in response to deaths caused by drunk driving.

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo – The Missouri Department of Natural Resources announced the State of Missouri has been chosen to be a part of the in-state nuclear summit. The National Governor’s Association (NGA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced the selection on April 7th.

BRANSON, MO (April 7, 2025) – Summer School 2025 registration through Branson School District is now open. The district will offer a variety of learning options, from traditional seated instruction to online learning. Branson Public Schools will also partner with Bridge of Faith in Rockaway Beach and Elevate Branson to host elementary summer learning opportunities.

Today will be the only scheduled election of the year in Missouri with the Municipal Elections taking place throughout the state. 

Fire Prevention Week just happened; it's a key part of fire safety and education promoted by the Harrison Fire Department.

POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — School of the Ozarks hosted its Commencement Ceremony at Williams Memorial Chapel on May 9. Twenty-five seniors made up the 2024 S of O graduating class. Out of these 25 students, 12 committed to furthering their education at College of the Ozarks.

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Interview with prominent tattoo artist and owner of Technicolor Tattoo Shop, Jason Holloway

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The Facts About Molds in Indoor Environments with Help from Kleen Green Group Water Damage Restoration & Repair owner Brent Pippin

Insights from Tattoo Artist Jason Holloway, owner of Technicolor Tattoo Studio in Branson, Missouri

Do families still hand down businesses to their children? Justin Young from Lakeside Tire and Wheel

Handmade cedar signs, is this art form lost? Gary and Kim Lane from Here’s Your Cedar Sign

Deena Dillard from Circle of Life said Tuesday that the organization is a 501(c)(3) offering services to North Arkansas College and the community; specifically, they serve pregnant or parenting women 27 and younger.

Can CBD products help remedy sleeping issues? Quade and Andrea Childers own Lite’N Up Dispensary in Branson, Missouri

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Missouri's marijuana sales enjoy a successful sales record since legalization, according to St. Louis Public Radio. Greenlight Dispensary

What is the best kind of heat to put in my home? Snowden’s Heating and Cooling

YOU CAN BE LEGALLY ASSAULTED FOR MAKING A MISTAKE ON A SELF-CHECKOUT MACHINE  Attorney Dayrell Scrivner of Scrivner Law Firm, LLC, in Branson, Missouri                 

Deciding to remodel your home is a fun and exciting time, that includes looking at Pinterest ideas, color palettes and styles. But should you tackle this job by yourself or hire a pro? Leanna Tatum with Beyond Cabinets & Design

What’s the difference between Medical Cannabis and Hemp-Derived Cannabis? Not much, as it turns out. Quade and Andrea Childers, Lite N Up Dispensary

Piercing guns are a popular tool for body piercing. They are used in malls, jewelry stores, and many other places that sell piercing accessories. However, there’s a growing concern about this body piercing technique. They’re simply not safe, nor are they painless! Jason Holloway, Technicolor Tattoo,