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• Western Taney County Fire Deal with Crash, Fire Monday in Hollister

  The Western Taney County Fire Protection District deal with a pair of emergencies in Hollister Monday. 

• Stone County Mail Jailed for Incident at Dinner

  A man from Reeds Spring is in jail following an incident where he became violent during a dinner last week.

• Rescue Efforts Continue for Cats Left Homeless After Owner Passes Away

  An organization is helping to rehome over 60 cats whose owner passed away earlier this month.

• How Long is the Heat Expected to Stay in the Lakes Region?

  National Weather Forecasters predict a very hot week leading up to the Fourth of July.

• Oklahoma Woman Injured in Table Rock Lake Boating Accident

  An 18-year-old woman from Oklahoma is seriously injured after being struck by a boat propellor on Table Rock Lake near the dam Sunday morning.

• Two Tornados Confirmed as Storms Finish Impacting Lakes Region

  The final wave of showers and thunderstorms that pushed through the Ozarks Friday and Saturday produced a tornado near the Lakes Region.

• What Scams Should People Watch Out For During the Fourth of July Holiday?

  The Harrison Police Department is among the agencies warning of potential holiday scams.

• Branson Man Faces Charges for Threatening to Shoot Woman

  An incident earlier this month in Branson leads to the arrest of a man on charges of Harassment and Stalking.

• How Hot Will it Get in the Lakes Region This Week?

  National Weather Forecasters predict a very hot week leading up to the Fourth of July.

• Weather Transition from Wet to Hot

  Today is a transition day as the Lakes Region sees the last chance of rain for several days while the area begins to heat up.

• Honor America Set for College of the Ozarks

  Honor America set for tonight at College of the Ozarks. Legends 1063 and MY 100.1 will have coverage of he event beginning this afternoon at 4:00 with the event itself scheduled to start at 6:00.

• Alpena Freedom Fest Still On Though Fishing Derby Postponed

  One of the events for this year's Freedom Fest event in Alpena is being postponed while the rest of the event is on as scheduled.

• When the Rain will End and Hot Temperatures Arrive in the Lakes Region?

  A storm system will finish making its way through the Lakes Region over the next two days.

• How Much More Drought Levels Have Dropped Due to Continued Rainfall

  Major Impacts on drought levels in the Lakes Region due to continued showers.

• Chemical Spill Closes Street in Branson

  A chemical spill occurs at a Branson attraction Thursday morning closing a road near the Strip.

• Flood Watch Extended into Lakes Region, Severe Weather Possible

  The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the Missouri Ozarks beginning this afternoon and running into Friday morning. 

• Mayor of Seligman Facing Perjury Charges from Time as Alderman

  The Mayor of the Barry County town of Seligman is facing charges of Perjury dating back to his time as a City Alderman.

• What is the Next Marketing Partnership Opportunity for the City of Branson?

  The Branson Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce/CVB has a recommendation on the next marketing partnership opportunity with the chamber, city, and Tourism Community Enhancement District.

• Public Comment to Stay at the Beginning of the Branson Board of Aldermen Meeting

  After lengthy discussions and a several suggested revisions, a bill to define who can speak during the Public Comment Section of the Branson Board of Aldermen Meeting received initial approval at Tuesday's meeting.

• Branson Schools Announces New Executive Director of Operations

  BRANSON, MO (January 16, 2026) – Branson Public Schools is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Matt Dean as the district’s new Executive Director of Operations. Dean will replace Dr. Chip Arnette, who will retire at the end of the 2025-2026 school year after 35 years of service in public education.

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