A beloved musical family has been forced to close a popular Branson music venue.
For the Massengale family—Wayne and wife Melody Hart, along with their songs Garrett and Dillon Massengale—New Year's Eve was their final night at Wranglers Honky Tonk.
In a Facebook post, made by Garrett Massengale, the family explained, "Due to not being able to reach an agreement with the owner of the building, we are so sad to announce that we are leaving Wranglers Honky Tonk. To all of those who have stood behind Wranglers Honky Tonk and the Massengale family, we sincerely appreciate your support more than you know. What we have created is something so special, that I firmly believe will continue again one day. Seeing ya'll enjoy Wranglers and continuing to keep coming back is what made us keep going. We have made so many friends that have become like family in the one and a half years we've been open."
Garrett' s post expressed thanks to the kitchen staff, waitresses, host and hostess, and bartender, as well as the band and crew.
"We especially would like to thank our general manager, Tonya Newman, and her husband Bobby Newman for sticking by us through it all," Garrett continued in his Facebook post. "They have worked numerous hours to help keep this place going as well. We thank God for allowing us to meet so many wonderful people."
Garrett added, "In the meantime, we're all needing some time to gather our thoughts, and we will keep you informed on our next move."