Local News from Friday, July 24th, 2026
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Why is Branson's Inclusive Playground at the Rec Plex Closing?
A temporary closing of the playground at the Rec Plex begins this week.
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Extreme Heat Returns to Lakes Region UPDATE
UPDATE: The National Weather Service has upgraded the Heat Watch to a Heat Advisory for most of the Lakes Region. Both the Branson and Harrison areas are included in the advisory. The counties included are Barry, Stone, Taney, and Ozark in the Missouri Lakes Region in addition to Boone, Carroll, and Marion in Arkansas. Northern parts of Newton and Searcy Counties are also included in the advisory.
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Two Stone County Residents Injured in Taney County Traffic Crash
Two residents of Stone County are in serious condition after a Thursday evening crash in Taney County.
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Branson Man Convicted of 2021 Double Homicide
After the first trial ended in a mistrial, the second trial for the murder of two individuals ended in a conviction for a Branson Man.
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No Excuse Absentee Voting Continues for Missouri August 4 Primary
No-excuse absentee voting continues across Missouri for the August 4 primary election.
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Branson Man Jailed After Threat to set Apartment Complex on Fire
A Branson Man is facing three felony charges after making threats earlier this week.
