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A local contractor was selected for the Boone County Regional Airport's 10-bay tee hangar project, according to Airport Manager Judy McCutcheon.

A man who makes Branson twinkle during the holidays has been honored by the city for his work.

The Branson Board of Aldermen honored a member of the Branson Police Department for actions above and beyond the call of duty when he placed his own life in danger to save a woman from a burning car.

Hollister's Mitten Tree is back at the city hall building, according to a Facebook post by the Hollister government.

An area Thanksgiving Tradition takes place again this year in Stone County.

Several agencies join the Southern Stone County Fire Protection District in working a single vehicle crash near Reeds Spring.

The annual food drive that has been a tradition in the Lakes Region for over 30 years takes place again next week.

POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — The College of the Ozarks Theatre Department will present “Light Up The Sky” as its winter production for 2024. The play is written by Josh Williams, assistant professor of communication arts, and radio station manager.

Hollister, MO—In its upcoming art exhibit, Southern Missouri Arts Connection (SMAC) will be featuring the work of artist Livia Xandersmith, an adjunct professor at Washington University in St. Louis. Her solo exhibit, Reaping Havoc, will run from December 6-28 at the SMAC Art Center gallery on historic Downing Street in Hollister. Xandersmith’s work explores dread and anxiety over what is happening in the world.

(NEXSTAR) — Organic carrots have been linked to a deadly E. coli outbreak impacting 18 states, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Sunday.

(NEXSTAR) – The Energy Information Administration predicted in its annual report that “most U.S. households should plan to “spend about the same or less on energy than they did last winter.” But there are some exceptions, the report admits.

The Lakes Region will see the first round of Arctic Air filter into the area this week.

The efforts of several Law Enforcement Agencies in the Lakes Region results in the capture of a fugitive on several charges.

A portion of one of the major secondary roads in Branson will be closed this week.

Recovery Center of the Ozarks seeks to not only provide recovery but hope too, according to Peer Specialist Jeremiah Woehl.

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Governor Mike Parson said he is doing everything he can to make it a smooth transition to the next administration.

A packed house at the Branson Centennial Museum heard the story of how a legendary entertainer came to love the city of Branson and why he’s so dedicated to the city’s mission of serving veterans.

Upgrades to John Nygard Memorial Park are coming, according to a press release from the Branson government.

While southern Missouri has already seen the first freeze of the season, some areas of northern Arkansas have yet to have below freezing temperatures. That could change this evening.

More rain for the Lakes Region continues to drop the drought level in some areas according to the latest map from the U.S. Drought Monitor.

The start of the Missouri Firearm Deer Season this Saturday will see aa change in a recent requirement for hunters.

The Hollister School District continues to honor area organizations.

REEDS SPRING, Mo. — Reeds Spring high school students are seeing the product of a collaboration between the theater and engineering programs. Engineering students have spent the past semester working on a rotating stage for an upcoming musical performance.

POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — Zoe Johnson of Carthage, Missouri, was chosen as Miss Hard Work U.during the College of the Ozarks 2024 Homecoming Honors Ceremony on Oct. 31. This year’s theme was Grateful Hearts Gather Here.

Two anglers are rescued after their boat ran aground on Bull Shoals Lake Tuesday.

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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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

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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,