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• CAM: Looking for Donation Investors to Make Up for Lost Funding

  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.

• Comedian Visiting the Ozarks: Harrison Deserves an Apology

  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.

• Write-Ins Sit Atop of the Election Results in Reeds Spring

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

• Winds Picking Up Around Lakes Region

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

• Firefighters Make Quick Work of Power Pole, Tree Fire in Hollister

  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 Get Tax Filing Deadlines Extended Due to Recent Storms

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

• The 2005 Real ID Law to go into Effect in May

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

• One Position Switch, Another Addition to Branson School District Administration Team

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

• One Person Dies, Another Injured in Plane Crash near Cape Fair

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

• Two Serious Accidents Worked in Lakes Region

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

• Marshfield, Missouri Cherry Blossom Event has National Appeal

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

• Governor Kehoe Announces First 15 Communities to Achieve Missouri Blue Shield Designations: Branson Among Them

  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.

• Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee sworn in as ambassador to Israel

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

• Abortion Bill Passes Out of Missouri House Committee, Leads to Protest

  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. 

• Election Officials Get Set to Count Write-In Votes in Reeds Spring

  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. 

• Area Resident Among Victims of a Georgia Man Sentenced in a Romance Fraud Scheme

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

• Taney County Health Department Celebrates National Public Health Week

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

• Missouri Lawmakers Continue Move to Voter Approved to Change Voter Approved Constitutional Amendment

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

• Options Pregnancy Clinic to host annual Walk for Life in Branson

  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.

• Branson Fire Battalion Chief Scott Cizek retires after 26 years of service

  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 Parks to Host Arbor Day Celebration at Sunset Park

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

• Election Results: Changes for Several Cities, Tourism and Transportation Taxes Pass

  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.

• MADD calls for tougher Missouri laws to fight drunk driving

  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.

• Missouri to host nuclear summit for energy future

  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.

• Sail into Summer with Branson Public Schools

  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.

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