Local News

• Firefighters Battle Residential Structure Fire at Pointe Royale

  Firefighters from Branson and Western Taney County battle a blaze and the cold weather battling a structure fire that started late Thursday afternoon. 

• Former Taney County Health Department Official Pleads Guilty to Stealing Money

  A guilty plea is entered by a man charged with stealing from the Taney County Health Department.

• MO Lawmakers Debated Parental Control of Public School

  Legislators on the Missouri House Education Committee debated a bill Wednesday which allows parents more control over teaching curriculums in public schools.

• Social Media Tax Talk Corrected

  Councilman Mitch Magness addressed the community during the Feb. 13 City Council meeting about Harrison having the lowest sales tax of any city similar in size in Arkansas.

• Snow Totals Around the Lakes Region

  While some parts of the Ozarks received less snow than predicted, totals collected for the Lakes Region ended up close to projections.

• Extreme Cold Continues, Roads Improve

  The Lakes Region is under an Extreme Cold Warning for this morning.

• Martin: Take Care of Yourself and First Responders

  As the Lakes Region continues to thaw out from Winter Storm Kingston, one area Emergency Manager reminds people to take care of themselves while at the same time keeping first responders safe.

• Gov. Kehoe signs executive order to ban DEI programs in Missouri state agencies

  JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe signed an executive order Tuesday that directs all Missouri state agencies to eliminate Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives.

• The Keeter Center at College of the Ozarks recognized with a ConventionSouth Readers’ Choice Award 2024

  POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — The Keeter Center at College of the Ozarks has received the ConventionSouth’s Readers’ Choice Award for 2024, as well as multiple category awards for 417 Magazine’s “Best of” Readers’ Choice Awards 2025. These awards showcase The Keeter Center’s commitment to providing an exceptional experience for guests.

• Berndt: Use Caution on the Road and at Home

  While snow fall has ended, the impact will continue to last for several days in the Lakes Region, especially on area roads.

• Snow Makes Way for Extreme Cold

  Winter Storm Kingston has left the Lakes Region leaving behind significant snow fall and dangerously cold temperatures. 

• Snowfall Amounts Less Than Anticipated

  As Winter Storm Kingston departs the Lakes Region, it leaves snowfall reported by several outlets of around 6 to 8 inches, which falls below some of projections. 

• Winter Storm Update

  An update on Winter Storm Kingston moving through the Lakes Region.

• State of Emergencies Declared in Arkansas, Missouri

  With the winter storm set to impact large areas of both states, the Governors of Arkansas and Missouri have declared State of Emergencies.

• Yancey: Chamber Challenge in 2025 Reenergizing Visitor Base

  The President/CEO of the Branson Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce/CVB says keeping visitors interested in visiting the Lakes Region is a goal for this upcoming season.

• Stone County Man Remains Jailed After Fleeing from Officers

  A man with several past run-ins with Law Enforcement now is charged with fleeing from an officer.

• Rotary Club of Hollister donates to Hollister Schools Foundation

  The Rotary Club of Hollister, MO, has generously donated $2,943.57 to the Hollister Schools Foundation, with proceeds from the annual Color Me Grape 5K, held during the Grape and Fall Festival on October 12, 2024. These funds will help support the purchase of a second therapy dog for the school district and assist in paying off student meal debt, ensuring that Hollister students have the resources they need to succeed.

• Hollister School District recognizes Care to Learn as Community Spotlight of the Month

  The Hollister R-V School District recognized Care to Learn as the February Community Spotlight recipient at their recent board of education meeting. Care to Learn is dedicated to meeting students’ health, hunger, and hygiene needs, ensuring they have the support necessary to succeed in school. Melissa Rea, Director of Chapter Services, accepted the award on behalf of Care to Learn.

• Branson Man Injured in Motorcycle Crash

  A 19-year-old Branson man sustains serious injuries in a motorcycle crash near Forsyth.

• Winter Storm Kingston Arrives

  The storm that has been the focus of weather forecasters over the last several days finally arrives in the Lakes Region.

• Winter Storm Warnings for the Lakes Region as Kingston Approaches UPDATE

  National Weather Service forecasters have now issued Winter Storm Warnings for the entire Lakes Region for Tuesday.

• Arkansas Congressman Brings Back Local Radio Freedom Act Proposal

  An Arkansas Republican Congressman teams up with a Democratic Colleague from Florida to support a resolution supporting local radio.

• Proceedings Continue For a Woman Accused Drug Trafficking, Endangering a Child

  A woman from Powersite pleads Not Guilty to several charges including Drug Trafficking and Endangering the Welfare of a Child.

• MoDOT director focuses on employee staffing, safety in report to lawmakers

  JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Ed Hassinger, the newly appointed director of the Missouri Department of Transportation, prioritized safety during his first annual report to Missouri lawmakers on Thursday.

• US Army Pauses Transgender People From Enlisting

  (NewsNation) — The U.S. Army has banned transgender people from joining its ranks and ended gender-affirming care for service members, the military branch announced Friday.

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