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Creation Class to be offered Jan. 12
The Creation Experience Museum staff and volunteers invite area residents and visitors to join them on Monday, January 12, for “Sphere It Is,” taught by Dan Reiter. A scholar who has served as a Creation Experience Museum tour guide since 2023, Reiter will address the Flat Earth Theory and use his experience in fossil research and specimen preservation, along with other research-based evidence, to make a compelling case against it. The class will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the Lif
Cynthia J. Thomas
3 days ago2 min read


First baby of 2026 arrives at Cox Medical Center Branson
Bennett Hunter Fleetwood is the first baby of 2026!
Submitted to Branson Globe
3 days ago1 min read


Veterans of the Ozarks bring Wreaths Across America to Kimberling City
Thirty VOTO members mustered for the wreath-laying, placing 40 Wreaths Across America on graves of veterans.
Cynthia J. Thomas
3 days ago2 min read


The $30 million water fight: Why Branson says it owes nothing
Cushman argued that when the City abandoned plans to build a water tower in July 2022, it effectively destroyed the potential to develop its land for commercial use.
Gary J. Groman
3 days ago4 min read


Area church provides needed items for youth in foster care
The Our Lady of the Cove Catholic Church of Forsyth helped out a local organization during the Advent Season, through the church's Giving Tree Project. This year, the church, made up of approximately 80 families, focused on foster children, and a program known as Suitcases for New Beginnings, founded by Cheryl Adair, a former special ed teacher's aide at Forsyth Elementary School. Adair is now a CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) Advocate Supervisor, who is very fa
K.D. Michaels
3 days ago2 min read


Community invited to retirement reception for Police Chief Preston Schmidt
Chief Schmidt began his career in January of 1999 as a Patrol Officer for the City of Hollister’s Police Department.
Submitted to Branson Globe
3 days ago2 min read


School foundations join forces to raise funds for 14 districts
A little over a year ago, members of the Branson, Hollister and Reeds Spring school foundations didn’t know each other. Today, the teams are working together to raise funds not just for their districts, but also for the 14,000 students and staff from public schools in the Stone and Taney County area. The three school foundations – Branson R-IV Education Foundation, Hollister School Foundation and Reeds Spring Wolf Pack Foundation – will present “A Night in the Arts” on Apri
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3 days ago2 min read


ACCE 40 Under 40 award recipient
Michelle’s enthusiasm and consultative approach to helping members succeed has resulted in increased engagement and strengthened partnerships,” said Sheila Thomas, President/CEO of the Table Rock Lake Chamber of Commerce.
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Dec 18, 20252 min read


Taney County Health Department renews annual WIC contract for 2026
“Having access to healthy foods and unwavering support changes the trajectory of a child’s life and a woman’s pregnancy.”
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Dec 18, 20252 min read


Mark Hyde joins Branson Bank as VP, Community Lender
“His expertise will add depth to our growing location in Branson West, allowing us to expand our support of those who call Stone County, home.”
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Dec 18, 20252 min read



K.D. Michaels
Dec 18, 2025
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