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• Severe Weather Potential Remains Today, Increases for Monday

  The National Weather Service continues to refine the forecast for potential severe weather in the Lakes Region.

• Stone County Sheriff's Arrests Man on Murder Charges

  The Stone County Sheriff's Office has arrested a suspect in the death of a man that was found on the Shell Knob side of Highway H.

• Severe Weather Threat Continues to Increase

  National Weather Service Forecasters have again increased the level of severe weather risk over the next several days.

• Body of 12-Year-Old Boy Found after Drowning in Table Rock Lake

  Divers from the Missouri State Highway Patrol recover the body of a 12-year-old boy who drowned in Table Rock Lake Friday afternoon.

• Building Damaged by Fire in Fall Creek Resort

  A fire damages a building Friday afternoon.

• Ozark County Man Facing Charges for Stalking Family Members of Officer Who Arrested Him

  A man with a history of run-ins with law enforcement is facing charges of Harassment and Stalking connected to a previous arrest.

• Severe Weather Threat Increases Today UPDATE

  UPDATE: Tornado Watch is in effect for most of the Lakes Region, including both the Branson and Harrison areas until 7:00 pm this evening.

• New Principal Named At Buchanan Elementary

  BRANSON, MO (May 16, 2025) – The Branson Board of Education approved the hiring of a new principal for Buchanan Elementary during May’s Board Meeting.

• What’s next as Missouri lawmakers move to repeal two voter-approved measures?

  JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri lawmakers passed legislation Wednesday in efforts to roll back parts of two voter-approved measures passed last year: One that enshrines abortion protections in the state constitution, and another that expands paid sick leave and raises the state’s minimum wage.

• Couple Sues Silver Dollar City over Trail Derailment

  A couple has filed a second lawsuit against Silver Dollar City after a first was dismissed earlier this year. 

• Wrongful Death Suit Filed in Taney County Court for 2024 Boating Accident

  A fatal boating accident on Table Rock Lake last year has led to a Wrongful Death Suit being filed in Taney County Circuit Court.

• College of the Ozarks announces summer chapel time change

  POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks Williams Memorial Chapel is hosting evening Sunday chapel services, every other week, throughout the summer. The services are June 1, June 15, June 29, July 13, July 27, and Aug. 10, 7:30 – 8:30 p.m.

• Summer of Savings and NEW adventures at America’s #1 Theme Park

  OZARK MOUNTAINS, Mo. — Get ready to rediscover the simple joys of summer like never before at Silver Dollar City with special savings and NEW old-fashioned fun at the 1880s theme park during Summer Celebration, June 7 to August 3.

• The Armstrong McDonald School of Nursing at College of the Ozarks holds 16th annual Pinning and Blessing Ceremony

  POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — The Armstrong McDonald School of Nursing (AMSON) at College of the Ozarks held its 16th Annual Pinning and Blessing Ceremony on Friday, May 9, at 4 p.m. in Williams Memorial Chapel.

• Hawley warns GOP’s proposed Medicaid cuts could jeopardize party’s future

  WASHINGTON – Missouri U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley is warning fellow Republicans that efforts to cut Medicaid could backfire, turning against working-class voters and threatening the party’s long-term political future.

• Severe Storms Could Make Return to Lakes Region

  As temperatures get close to record highs, conditions are developing for the return of severe weather to the Lakes Region.

• Branson Board of Aldermen Heard Passionate Comments From Business Owners about Downtown Project

  Some downtown Branson business owners made their feelings known at Tuesday night's Board of Aldermen meeting.

• Branson Education Foundation Gifts Over $31K In Grants And Scholarships

  BRANSON, MO (May 14, 2025) – The Branson Education Foundation is proud to announce it has awarded over $31,000 in grants and scholarships this school year, further advancing its mission to support Branson School District classrooms through innovative resources and experiences.

• Former Missouri Governor and U.S. Senator Christopher "Kit" Bond Dies

  A man who served eight years as Missouri Governor and later a U.S. Senator has died. 

• Stone County Scam Awareness Seminars

  The Stone County Sheriff’s Office is offering to speak before community groups and organizations to help seniors in the county be aware of potential scams.

• Man Arrested for Assault with Vehicle

  A Stone County Man is facing charges after he is alleged to have assaulted an individual by hitting them with his car.

• Gov. Kehoe forms task force to ‘modernize’ Missouri’s K-12 education funding

  JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Gov. Mike Kehoe has announced a new task force aimed at overhauling Missouri’s K-12 public education funding model.

• Myer-Owned Hotels win Awards

  Two local hotels owned by Myer Hotels won awards.

• Local agency warns of dangerous “Chromebook Challenge” TikTok trend

  A new trend among young students circulating on TikTok is prompting warnings from local fire officials and school districts across the U.S.

• Man Facing Additional Charges after Shooting in Lakes Area Hospital

  A man is facing additional charges after shooting a weapon in a Lakes Area Hospital over the weekend.

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