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The Nixa Parks and Recreation Department is inviting residents to kick off the holiday season with the annual Mayor’s Tree Lighting Ceremony and Cocoa with the Community, according to a post on the department’s Facebook page.

The Stone County Sheriff's Office is seeking assistance in locating a missing juvenile from the Viola/Carr Lane/Shell Knob area. 

An Arkansas woman is caught after allegedly trying to transport drugs into Missouri. 

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Two Missouri lawmakers have pre-filed bills that aim to classify abortion as a murder offense.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning to consumers, asking them to double-check their shredded cheese.

A countdown begun in October of 2022 finishes Wednesday with the dedication of the new Branson Public Safety Building.

HARRISON, Ark. — Michael and Ruth Crouch are preparing for the upcoming community performance of Handel’s Messiah, scheduled for Dec. 16 at 7 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Harrison.

The Kirbyville school district will find itself with a new leader on July 1, 2026.

Rotarians continue their mission to give back to the area with annual grants.

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The Missouri Attorney General has announced that the state’s new age-verification rule for pornographic websites went into effect as of Monday, December 1.

A Nixa woman was arrested Tuesday for committing several crimes, according to a Facebook post by the Nixa Police Department.

BRANSON, Mo. — The Western Taney County Fire Protection District has issued an official request for bids for the construction of its new training tower, according to a recent Facebook post from the district.

The Southern Missouri Arts Connection (SMAC) is opening its December schedule with a festive hands-on workshop led by artist Julie, according to a SMAC Facebook post.

POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — The College of the Ozarks Theatre Department will host a “A Jones Theatre Christmas” featuring the play “Tiny Tim’s Christmas Carol” for its 2025 Christmas event. It will be a family-friendly production with caroling and hosts who will interact with the audience.

Although the rounds of storms produced little snow accumulation on Monday, the conditions proved hazardous for motorists. 

Residents and visitors in the Lakes Region again step-up to help people keep food on the table.

Two people are facing charges after a shooting incident Sunday night in Crane.

UPDATE: Winter Weather Advisories are in effect for the Lakes Region through the evening with up to an inch of snow and a thin glaze of ice possibly impacting travel this evening.

North Arkansas College gains recognition for the success of a pair of their online medical programs.

The College of the Ozarks hosts another National Championship Event this week.

Local author Brandy Mincer's new book is "Cedric the Sad Rock," and it has a lesson that comes from her experience.

Elevate Branson had a strong turnout for its 18th annual Thanksgiving Day lunch, according to founder Bryan Stallings.

One of the fatalities reported in Missouri Traffic Crashes over the Thanksgiving Weekend was a Lakes Area Woman.

This upcoming week will begin the schedule of Christmas Parades in the Lakes Region.

The public is asked to give feedback on a transportation plan.

Though a major winter event is not expected, the chances of the Lakes Region seeing snow on Monday have increased.

A project years in the making will see it's conclusion this week.

The next several days are designated for a variety of activities. 

The National Weather Service says to expect a variety of conditions as the Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend unfolds. 

The recent rainfall in the Lakes Region has made an impact on the drought conditions. 

A shooting incident in northern Boone County early Wednesday evening leaves one person injured and another under arrest.

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