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Branson voters elect new leadership

By K.D. Michaels, Staff Writer After a long and highly contested mayoral race in Branson, a new mayor was elected on Tuesday.

Longtime Branson business owner Larry Milton won the vote of the people, defeating Mayor Edd Akers and former Mayor Karen Best by a large margin.

Milton’s campaign promises included holding open forums at City Hall and giving citizens the opportunity to speak.

A former member of the Branson City Council, Milton received over 50 percent of Tuesday’s vote.

Three new aldermen were elected to City Council, as well.

Branson entertainer Clay Cooper defeated Rod Romine and Jantzen Craine to take the Alderman Ward 1 seat. Ruth Denham

Three of Tuesday night’s winners are pictured here with Rep Brian Seitz at a candidate forum. At far left, Ruth Denham was elected to the Ward 3 seat; Larry Milton, second from right, was elected Mayor; and at far right, Clay Cooper was elected to the Ward 1 seat. (FILE)

was elected to the Board of Al-

derman in Ward 3, defeating Julia

King, who was appointed to fill a vacant seat in 2020. Cody Fenton, who ran unopposed, was elected Alderman in Ward 2.

In a Facebook post on Tuesday night, Clay Cooper said, “Thank you to everyone who got out and voted today. Thank you to everyone who supported and donated to my campaign. Thank you to my family. I will work hard for the people and do everything I can to make Branson the best that it can be. The citizens have spoken.”

In another Facebook post, Daniel Seitz, son of State Representative Brian Seitz, who helped run the successful campaigns of Milton, Cooper and Denham noted, “What a night! Three huge SEE LEADERSHIP, PAGE 15

Many retain their seats in Taney, Stone county elections

By K.D. Michaels, Staff Writer Many decisions were made in Branson and the surrounding communities during Tuesday’s election.

Several area school districts

elected school board members. In Branson, Cole Currier beat Dan Boone by a narrow margin. In the Hollister School Board race, John Winkert surpassed Rose Shook to

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Two ministries band together to help area women

By K.D. Michaels, Staff Writer Two nonprofit organizations are teaming up to minister to area women in a special way.

The Sisters in Christ Outreach and the Caring People are joining forces to bring a traveling boutique to Branson to help the area’s women in need.

Roxanna Kerans, founder of Sisters in Christ, explained, “We are a women’s nonprofit ministry.

God brought us together a few years ago as a Christian Women’s Life Group at the church we attend. We realized soon we had the same heart, to serve His daughters locally. With God’s provision, we were able to purchase a mobile boutique. Donations immediately started coming in of new and gen-

tly used women’s clothing. We meet with His daughters to share the Gospel while blessing them with all He’s provided.”

Sisters in Christ’s mission is to serve and minister to all women in need, as they seek those in a low-income situation, single mothers, women in recovery housing, safe homes and shelters, those in homeless communities, and others in need.

“We have a mobile trailer. We go where the need is,” Kerans explained. “We set up, either inside, if available from an organization that has invited us, or outside, with tents, which allows our guests to be comfortable.”

A Galena-based outreach, Sisters in Christ is partnering with

Ladies shop for accessories at a recent Sisters in Christ Traveling Boutique event. (Special to Branson Globe)

local help agency The Caring People to serve the women of our community. The Caring People minister to single mothers.

Founded in 1997 by Peter and JoDee Herschend, their mission is to build Christ-centered communities who embrace single moms and encourage them to grow in their relationship with Jesus.

Louanne Dietrich, Chief Executive Officer of The Caring People said of the team effort, “Roxanna and I met a few months ago, and it was an instant friend-

ship! We knew the Lord was up to something great. Roxanna has a heart for those whom we serve through The Caring People—single moms. God put Branson on her heart to bring her ministry here, and we have been working together to bless those in need of her Sisters in Christ Ministry.”

Kerans added, “We try to bless our single mothers. We want them to know God sees them. We encourage them for all the hard work they do on their own as a single mom.”

Each woman who is registered for the Traveling Boutique will take home a variety of items, including two tops, a dress, a sweater, one pair of jeans or slacks, a pair of leggings or yoga pants, a pair of shoes, a pair of shorts, a purse or backpack, a bag of hygiene products, accessories and much more. They also have the opportunity to have their spiritual needs met.

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AREA NEWS BRIEFS Drive-Thru Job Fair – The Missouri Job Center is hosting a second Drive Thru Job Fair in Branson on Wednesday, April 14, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. in the parking lot of the Branson Missouri Job Center, 2720 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway. Twenty area employers will be present to talk to job seekers about employment opportunities in the Branson area.

“The Branson area is gearing up for the busy summer tourist season, and there are lots of job opportunities with great companies,” said Kelly Fender, State Supervisor with the Missouri Job Center.

Participating employers include Arby’s, AutoZone, Big Cedar Lodge, Capital Vacations,

Chateau on the Lake, CoxHealth, Deerland Probiotics & Enzymes, Diamond Resorts, Hotel Grand Victorian, Landry’s Seafood House, Ledgestone Grille, Lowe’s, Marriott Vacation Club, MasterCorp, Ripley’s Believe It or Not, Royal Oak Charcoal, Silver Dollar City, TTEC, Walmart (Branson & Branson West), and Welk Resorts. Job seekers should bring copies of their resume and avoid having non-job seekers and/or pets in the car as they may be a distraction.

Missouri 376 Lane Closures – Where: Missouri Route 376 bridge east of Missouri Route 265 between Kirkland Drive and Mutton Hollow Drive in Branson

When: Until 5 p.m. Saturday, April 10 What: Contractor crews clean and seal the bridge deck/driving surfaces. The bridge seal work is a preventative maintenance measure aimed at extending the life of the bridge.

Traffic Impacts: • One lane closed in each direction on Missouri Route 376 bridge.

• Drivers are urged to find alternate routes.

• Electronic message boards located near the planned road work will alert drivers to any changes in the work schedule.

• Check MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map for road closings/traffic impacts

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Hollister kindergarten roundup is April 15 Submitted to Branson Globe The Hollister Early Childhood Center is excited to welcome incoming kindergarten students along with their parents/guardians for an informative session and building tour on Thursday, April 15. The HECC principals and staff will be on hand to greet families

and answer questions.

This event is for all children living in the Hollister R-V School District who will be five years old before August 1, 2021.

Families should sign up to attend online at https://www.hollister.k12.mo.us/260877_2 or by calling 417-243-4015. It is neces-

sary to make an appointment to attend. Masks and/or social distancing will be required.

Families will also be given information about summer school opportunities for incoming 20212022 kindergarten students. Hollister Summer School will run from June 2 through June 29.

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City of Branson provides update on public safety sales tax Submitted to Branson Globe Branson residents passed a halfcent sales tax in 2017 to make the city of Branson a safer place by spending the money on public safety measures like updating and replacing old equipment and growing the police and fire departments. The City of Branson has collected $15,487,261, through March 2021 receipts, since it started collecting a Public Safety Sales Tax in April of 2018.

The Public Safety Sales tax has allowed Branson Fire Rescue and the Branson Police Department to purchase a number of things that include salaries and benefits for personnel, a new fire truck, new lifesaving equipment, new outdoor warning sirens and body cameras. These purchases are all part of how the city of Branson is keeping its promise to residents to keep the city safe. You can see these purchases outlined on the city’s website in the February 2020 City of Branson Public Safety Sales Tax Update.

In 2020, most of the capital in the Public Safety Sales Tax fund was placed on hold due to COVID-19.

However, in order to uphold the city’s promise to keep our city safe with the Public Safety Sales Tax, the city still budgeted $250,000 in fiscal year 2021 for police vehicles and budgeted $500,000 to go to a future purchase of a new fire truck.

As a reminder, the City of Branson’s Budget & Finance Committee serves as the financial oversight for the city’s budget, which includes the Public Safety Sales Tax. The committee is made up of two community members, two board of aldermen members, the mayor and the city administrator.

The Budget & Finance Committee meets and reviews financials for all city funds every month, including the Public Safety Sales Tax. Public meeting and agenda information for all city committees, including the Budget & Finance Committee, can be found on the city’s website at www.bransonmo. gov/AgendaCenter.

After the Budget & Finance Committee reviews and approves the budget, including purchases from the Public Safety Sales Tax, it is presented, discussed, voted on and approved by the board of aldermen at regular board of aldermen meetings. Additionally, each year the city engages an independent auditing firm to ensure that all financial statements and accounting processes, including those for the Public Safety Sales Tax, are free of fraud or error. The most recent audit report can be found on the city’s website in the fiscal year 2019 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. The FY2020 audit is currently underway and as usual, will be presented to the board upon the auditor’s completion.

Complete financial reports for the Branson Public Safety Sales Tax, including what the city has purchased and how much it cost, can be found at www.bransonmo.gov/299/ Reports under “Public Safety Tax.” Questions may be directed to Branson City Hall at 417-334-3345.

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C of O to host livestream event featuring Newt Gingrich Submitted to Branson Globe College of the Ozarks will provide a livestream event, featuring the Honorable Newt Gingrich as keynote speaker, on April 15, 2021, at 1 p.m., CT. The public is invited to join in free of charge.

The livestream will feature a session by Dr. Anne Rathbone Bradley, the George and Sally Mayer Fellow for Economic Education and the academic director at The Fund for American Studies (TFAS); a panel discussion on socialism by those who have experienced it, including C of O alumni and former faculty; and a plenary discussion led by Morgan Zegers, CEO of Young Americans Against Socialism.

The purpose of the inaugural 2021 digital Spring Forum on Free Enterprise is to introduce viewers to the history and guiding principles of two competing economic systems affecting America’s political landscape: capitalism and socialism. The discussion will challenge participants to examine the underlying assumptions and moral outcomes of both systems.

To experience this livestreaming event, register at: http://www.cofo.edu/ Spring-Forum-Registration.

Livestream Schedule (April

15, beginning at 1 p.m. Central Time) • Welcome and Introduction by Dr. Jerry C. Davis, President of College of the Ozarks • “The Morality of Democratic Capitalism,” by Dr. Anne Rathbone Bradley • Panel Discussion: Lives Under Socialism (by those who have experienced it) • Presentation by Morgan Zegers, founder of Young Americans Against Socialism • Keynote Address by the Honorable Newt Gingrich • Panel Discussion: Lives Under Socialism A panel consisting of College of the Ozarks alumni and one former faculty member, all of whom have experienced life under socialism or communism, will discuss how such governing systems affected their nations, communities and families. From experiencing

the Castro revolution in Cuba to being declared an enemy of the state in Albania, each participant will share unique experiences, uncovering the harmful nature of both socialist and communist regimes.

An intellectually fearless visionary and historian, Newt Gingrich is one of the foremost economic, social, political and security-focused conservative thinkers today. He is well-known as the architect of the “Contract with America” that led the Republican Party to victory in 1994 by capturing a majority in the United States House of Representatives for the first time in 40 years. Gingrich was also a Republican candidate for president of the United States in 2012.

Other achievements include being chairman of consulting and media outlet Gingrich 360, annually speaking at approx-

imately 30 marquees worldwide, and having served as a member on both the Defense Council Board and the Terrorism Task Force for the Council on Foreign Relations.

Gingrich continues to promote American values as he works toward thinking through and helping solve our nation’s greatest challenges in health care, education, national security and many other areas.

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Reflections: Sit still or move forward

First Amendment to the United States Constitution Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.

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By Cindy Thomas, Staff Writer During a recent conversation about the upcoming Ozark Mountain Women’s Summit in Branson, the theme, “Propel Her Forward,” came up, and my first thought was that I could certainly use a good push.

I suspect many people, like me, have felt “stuck” for the last year.

For a while, it seemed like all I did with my planning calendar was to delete events from it! A professional conference I’d hoped to attend was moved to online, not once but twice. Even shopping, usually good therapy for just about anything, isn’t much fun with limited selection, barricaded fitting rooms, and everybody wearing masks. It’s even less fun when your work hours or your business was cut back and you can’t actually afford to buy anything.

So, say it with me—I am so ready to move forward!

Fortunately, one place we don’t have to sit still is in our spiritu-

al walk. It has certainly felt like we’ve been on hold—church events canceled, meeting online or with limited social interaction.

But God can, and does, still reveal himself through the Bible and the Holy Spirit.

Studying the epistles, I can’t help notice the theme of propel-

ling forward in spite of difficulties, something the early Church had to do. Ephesians is a good example. With its progression of “and so,” “for this reason,” and perhaps Paul’s favorite, “therefore,” Christians are admonished to keep moving: First, recognize God’s great love and power in sending Christ to redeem us. Then, start to walk in a manner worthy of that wonderful gift. Leave your old ways. Be truthful and kind. Practice mutual submission. And as you learn and grow, your increasing maturity will keep you from being deceived. All those skills are desperately needed in the midst of cancel culture, censorship and social media! And since Ephesians was likely written from jail, Paul could relate to restrictions.

Peter took a similar approach: God’s divine power has enabled us to escape corruption and given us tools for holy living, but we must be diligent. First, we need faith.

Then, add virtue; then knowledge, self-control, perseverance, godli-

ness, kindness and love. It takes conscious effort to reach the goal, 2 Peter 1:8, of bringing others to Christ.

On the other hand, we are warned in verse 9 that if we fail to progress, we don’t just sit still; rather, we become “shortsighted, even to blindness, and forgotten that [we are] cleansed from old sins.” As a Christian, if I just sit there, I may find myself either being more judgmental or being less concerned about evil, neither of which is a good option, rather than helping people encounter the living Jesus Christ.

It’s been a hard lesson. Even if we couldn’t do things in the usual manner, it’s no excuse for not doing anything. Yes, it’s time to move forward, hopefully able to do more activities and meet to encourage one another. The Women’s Summit sounds like a great opportunity to do just that, so check it out at https://www.drmarla.org. But God is always faithful to meet us in his Word, so it’s always a good time to move forward spiritually!

tition of termination of parental rights to be considered for willful, substantial and continual neglect by the parent, clarifying current language. Supporters say this is to help place more of Missouri’s kids in homes and it will help Missouri’s backlog of adoption cases.

HB 448 prohibits any political subdivision of the state from adopting an ordinance, resolution, regulation, code or policy that prohibits or has the effect of prohibiting the connection or

reconnection of a utility service based on the type or source of energy to be delivered to an individual customer.

Supporters say in some places across the country, political subdivisions are prohibiting connection to certain utility services based on the energy source.

This bill would proactively prohibit this practice in Missouri and ensure that residents can access the most efficient and affordable utility service available.

HJRs 23 & 38 propose a constitutional amendment to assert the right of Missourians to hunt and fish.

HB 1249, a bill that I sponsored earlier this session, received a vote in the Public Safety Committee, and I am happy to report that it received a yes vote from all who were present. This bill is an important step in the right direction to address the

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CAPITOL REPORT from Rep. Brian Seitz It has been a productive few weeks for the legislature since returning from spring break. A small sampling of bills that were voted upon in the House were: HBs 1123 & 1221, modify provisions relating to the protection of children. The bills change the age threshold for an abandoned infant or abandoned child from one year or under to under three years old and set a time frame of 60 days prior to a pe-

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nity to share their journey and struggles or just to have an ear to hear whatever they care to share, and most importantly, to pray with them,” said Kerans. “Afterward, they get to go shopping.

Every woman that comes has a shopper to help her.”

The Sisters in Christ Traveling Boutique event will be held on April 10, from 9 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.

“The Ozark Serenity Club at 180 Claremont Road has graciously allowed us to use their building and parking lot to set up and min-

bransonglobe.com ister,” said Kerans. “Our goal is to serve from Springfield to Branson and all communities in between.”

Those seeking to participate in the Sisters in Christ Traveling Boutique must register in advance online, through the website, www.sistersinchristoutreach.org or may request a link to sign up, via email, at sistersinchristoutreach@yahoo.com.

“If all available slots are full, we would be happy to set up another date, through a local church, shelter or organization willing to partner with us,” said Kerans. “As long as God keeps providing, we will keep giving. We can’t give enough!”

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Size Matters

By Stephanie Barney, Owner, Lightspeed Electric When it comes to electrical wiring, size matters for many reasons. One of the scariest things electricians find are brown extension cords run behind walls as a circuit.

Here is why that is so dangerous: All wire is not created equal. Wires are made in different diameters (thickness) measured in gauges. Thicker Simple and comforting Macaroni Soup (Shutterstock)

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By Kerry Dawn Green This soup is a yummy meatless option the kids will LOVE! Recipe: • 8 oz. Elbow pasta • 1/2 cup dried onions OR 1 cup fresh • 1 20 oz can crushed tomatoes • 40-46 oz. Tomato juice • Salt • Pepper • Garlic powder • 8-10 oz diced Colby Jack cheese Boil pasta with a 1/4 cup of the dried onions in water seasoned with salt and garlic powder until al dente. (They finish cooking in the soup so don’t over cook) Drain the pasta and place

back in pot. Reduce heat to low/medium and add the tomatoes and remaining onions.

Next, pour in juice to desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper.

Once thoroughly warmed add diced cheese. When the cheese barely starts to melt its ready!

It’s even better the next day.

wires, like 6- and 8-gauge wires, carry greater amounts of power for larger appliances. Medium sized wires (12 gauge) are designed for regular electric loads to power lights, televisions, and other low amperage devices.

When an extension cord (16-gauge wire) is plugged into a power-hungry device like a space heater, too much electricity will be pulled through too thin of a wire.

When that happens, the wire heats up (like the red coil in your toaster oven) and will melt through the cord, causing a fire.

Often a new appliance will require a different amount of power than the old one did, and the old wiring may not be sized to deliver the electric load safely. This could cause the same trouble as the extension cord/heater scenar-

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S & H Farm Supply held a ribbon cutting celebrating their Branson location. (Photo by KD Michaels)

By K.D. Michaels, Staff Writer After nearly a year in business in the Branson area, S&H Farm Supply celebrated with a ribbon cutting event on Saturday.

Said owner Eric Schnelle, “My father started the business with his brother-in-law.

S&H stands for Schnelle and Hedeman. Our first store was in Lockwood, in 1969. Now, 51 years later, we have five locations—Lockwood, Joplin, Mountain Grove, Rogersville, and Branson is our newest. We

are elated to be in Branson.”

Located just north of Pinegar Chevrolet, S&H Farm Supply offers a wide variety of outdoor power equipment, lawn mowers, handheld equipment, tractors and implements, and much more. They believe in offering reasonable pricing and treating their customers fairly.

“We are a family-owned business. We pride ourselves on service and support. Whenever you buy something, we’re here to support you for years to come,” noted Scott Crowder, manager of Branson’s S&H Farm Supply. “One of our mantras is to stock a nice selection of brands of well-known products and also to have a lot of inventory stocked, so whenever you come, we’ll have what you’re looking for. We also offer free local delivery on a lot of our products.”

Crowder continued, “We

know Branson is a town where they like to shop local and buy local and they’ve done that. We greatly appreciate that. We’re here to support the community and be a part of the community, and we’re so excited to be here.”

Schnelle added, “It’s our investment in this area. We truly believe in the long term.

We’ve expanded our staff, and we are expanding our building, and we really want to put roots here. We really appreciate the support of the community. It’s been wonderful.”

S&H Farm Supply, located at 250 Adair Road, is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. until 5 p.m., and 8 until 2 p.m. on Saturdays. For more information, visit their website, www. shcountry.com.

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The Cancer Journey: Moving right along

By Karen Halfpop and Cindy Thomas For this week, our topic is a less-delicate side effect of chemotherapy, but an important one to manage effectively: constipation.

(See what we did there with that story title?)

Not only is it caused by some chemotherapy medications, but constipation is also a side effect of many pain medications, so if a surgery site is still painful when chemo starts, there’s potential for a double whammy. In fact, the local cancer center recommends

She once considered prunes “old people food,” but now Cindy includes them in her daily diet. (Photo by Cindy Thomas)

that any patient taking pain meds take two senna tablets each day.

An herbal preparation, senna is an effective laxative that generally doesn’t have many side effects of its own or react with other meds.

If senna doesn’t quite do the job, the cancer center recommends milk of magnesia, and if constipation persists, then a bottle of magnesium citrate. (Your care team will give guidance on how long to wait before “graduating” to the next step.) Sometimes referred to as “Drano for humans,” magnesium citrate is tremendously effective. If you haven’t had the privilege of using it for a cleanout prior to a medical procedure, this person’s account of what happens is too funny not to read: https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=3903954932959932&set =a.622481407773984.

That said, preparation is the best defense against such desper-

ate measures, so try to eat plenty of fiber, especially fruits and vegetables. Karen’s day usually includes whole-grain cereal with milk and chopped prunes or dates for breakfast, or maybe yogurt with melon and whole-grain toast; fruit at lunch and a big salad at dinner—in other words, plenty of fiber! But the real key is water. Without adequate water, the fiber will just create a bigger clog! Many sources recommend between a half-ounce and an ounce of water daily for each pound of body weight. Karen also recommends avoiding fast food, too much sugar, and snack items like chips, as these tend to be high in calories while low in fiber and actual nutrition.

Speaking of nutrition, though, sometimes chemotherapy patients just don’t feel like eating, so they compensate with a protein shake.

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Constipation is inconvenient and uncomfortable for anyone, but for those whose surgery was in the abdominal area, it’s even worse. As a colon cancer survivor, Cindy received a worst-case-scenario lecture prior to leaving the hospital, about what could happen if too much straining caused surgically-reconnected parts to separate. That was life-changing in terms of commitment to water and fiber consumption, and she discovered she actually likes prunes.

So, watch that diet and hang in there—this, too, shall pass, eventually (oh, dear!).

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We at Faith and Wisdom Church are humbling ourselves before him with faith and expectation for a great move of God in our wonderful city, in every Bible preaching church and in individual lives.

That is what Friday Fire on April 16 at 6:30 p.m. at Faith and Wisdom Church is all about. We are honoring his presence, worshipping his greatness and expecting his power. Pastors Mike and Karen Brown invite you to attend and enjoy this special time when churches can come together in unity and experience his glory.

Our special guests will be Pastors Josh and Jennifer Palmer.

They are pastors and founders of Destiny Pointe Church in Columbia, Missouri. Their ministry has reached thousands of souls in their region and around the globe through the ministries they’ve established. Their lives and ministries have been impacted and shaped by their spiritual fathers Dr. Mike Brown, Pastor of Faith and Wisdom Church, Dr. Rod Parsley of World Harvest Church and Apostle Rick Clendenon.

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Popular Branson Music Fest back this spring

By K.D. Michaels, Staff Writer Branson’s Annual Music Fest will be held April 16 and 17. Presented by the Branson Travel Planning Association, the Music Fest offers a taste of what Branson has

to offer in music and entertainment in a two-day event.

“Branson Music Fest is our live entertainment community working together to present a sampling of many talented artists and musicians

Clay Cooper will welcome the annual Branson Music Fest to the Clay Cooper Theatre April 16 and 17. (FILE)

that fill Branson stages,” explained Toyea Youngblood, chairperson for the Branson Travel Planning Association, as well as product development with Branson Ticket and Travel. “Each day’s performance features 10 or more different acts— allowing visitors to sample over 20 different shows in just two days. This is an annual event. Music Fest has been occurring each springtime for several years and has been named a Top 100 Event by the American Bus Association multiple times. This is the eighth year the Planning Association has presented the event.”

While many traditional Branson events have been sidelined over the past year, Youngblood explained the decision to hold this year’s Music Fest.

“The group of volunteers that put this event together want to give visitors a special springtime event, a reason to visit Branson in the spring. In years past, this

event has been a huge draw for the motorcoach groups,” said Youngblood. “This year, post-COVID, the motorcoach groups aren’t as many, but the interest from individual travelers is definitely there. We are post-COVID, and trying to rebuild that springtime group business. In doing so, as the saying goes, ‘The show must go on.’ “ Each unique performance at Branson’s Music Fest will feature a variety of music and talent, both longtime local favorites and new shows that are making their Branson debuts.

“We’ll have performances by Awesome 80s, Branson’s Famous Baldknobbers, New South, SIX, Famous Impressions, Oh Happy Day, Tribute to Marvin Gaye, Doug Gabriel, Dean Z, Pierce Arrow, Matt Gumm, Anthems of Rock, the Titanic, #1 Hits of the 60s, Cassandre’, The Johnson Strings, Motown Downtown, All Hands on Deck,

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C.J. Newsom, The Blackwoods, The Bretts, the Hughes Brothers, Clay Cooper, The Haygoods, and Neal McCoy,” noted Youngblood.

Brydon Brett of The Brett Family Show will serve as the master of ceremonies during Friday’s show, and headliner Clay Cooper will MC Saturday’s event.

The Branson Music Fest will be held Friday and Saturday, April 16 and 17 at the Clay Cooper Theatre.

Shows are scheduled for 2 p.m. each day. Tickets are $36 per day and seating is limited, so advanced reservations are suggested. Tickets can be purchased by calling the box office at the Clay Cooper Theatre, 417-332-2529.

Proceeds from the annual event are used to market Branson theaters, hotels, restaurants, retailers and travel packagers.

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wins for liberty in Branson. I am honored to have been able to help these good people throughout the election process, and I can’t wait to see the positive changes they bring to City Hall.”

Taney County voters also elected to renew the “tourism tax,” which is a prime source of funding for Branson’s infrastructure, as well as goes toward marketing the area. The

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Rusty Ault was reelected mayor of Merriam Woods. Named to the Merriam Woods Board of Aldermen was Rhonda Merriman in Ward 2 and Nikki Hendrick in Ward 3. In an uncontested mayoral race in Rockaway Beach, Jim Harriger was again named mayor, and Kyle Hinkle was elected alderman for Ward 1. Lamar Patton was elected alderman in Hollister’s Ward 1.

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lodging portion of the tax renewal passed with an 80 percent vote, and 75 percent of voters approved renewing the dining portion of the tax.

Two other important local ballot issues passed when Hollister voters approved a $55 million bond issue, as well as a 17-cent tax levy increase, which will be used for improvements within the schools as well as funding salaries. The Central Taney County Fire Protection District also approved a levy increase to support the district.

Reeds Spring School Board to serve two-year terms.

Ron Flam was once again elected mayor of the city of Branson West.

Gary Brant was elected to the Branson West City Council in Ward 1, as was Ken Pollock. John Coones was named mayor of Galena, while Alfred Barela, Vonda Barela and Deana Despaw were all named to the Galena City Council.

In Kimberling City, Virgil Moore and Daniel Jacobs were both elected to City Council, and Craig Swenty will serve a two-year term on the Reeds Spring Board of Aldermen.

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Circus trains visit the World’s Largest Toy Museum

Club member and engineer Ryan Suscheck demonstrates the miniature Big Top. (Photo by Cindy Thomas)

By Cindy Thomas, Staff Writer Everyone loves a circus! If you can’t get to one in person right now, the next best thing is a visit to the modular railroad room on the lower level of the World’s Largest Toy Museum. Guests can watch three circus trains make their way around a layout featuring a circus, carnival and Wild West show.

The circus layout is owned by Richard Grim, president of the Roark Valley Modular Railroad club, and is on loan to the club’s exhibit room at the museum for the next two months. The 8-ft. x 12-ft. layout has an incredibly detailed array of models of actual trains run

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miniature thrill rides. Bleachers full of tiny spectators enjoy the show under the Big Top, complete with marching band, while sideshows feature an incredibly detailed fire eater, strong man, and other performers.

Grim said he has been collecting circus trains and accessories for at least 20 years, buying railroad cars as they were released in a series as well as acquiring a set from another collector. The layout has been displayed at the Circus World Museum in Baraboo, Wisconsin, and featured in other shows sponsored by the Circus Model Builders Association around the country. Moving the setup for shows is not an easy task as it involves carefully pack-

ing and unpacking the hundreds of small items that give the layout its authentic detail; preparing the current display for viewing has taken Grim four weeks.

Club president Richard Grim enjoys sharing the collection with visitors. (Photo by Cindy Thomas)

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issue of PTSD as it relates to police, firefighters and other first responders.

It is now eligible to be heard before the full body of the House.

On another issue that has significant ramifications to our state, and country as a whole, is the subject of vaccine mandates and passports. I sent a letter to the governor’s office stating that an overwhelming majority of my constituents, and hopefully, a majority of Missourians as well, do not support any type of mandate that would violate our privacy and personal freedoms, particularly our freedom to choose whether or not to receive a vaccine. The Governor’s office did respond to my letter stating that, “Governor Parson does not support a vac-

cine passport, and has no intentions of implementing one in the state of Missouri…” I was also able to speak on that same subject at a briefing on the vaccine rollout given during a Health and Mental Health Committee hearing, of which I am a member.

Medicaid expansion was also debated on the House floor this week with several amendments, which would have funded parts of the Medicaid expansion, offered by those across the aisle. Every one of those amendments were voted down by me, and my fellow Republicans. Medicaid expansion funding language should have been included in the original petition that was presented to voters in 2020.

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Easter egg hunts spread smiles on a beautiful spring day Branson Globe Staff Writer KD Michaels captured the fun had by two-legged and four-legged Easter egg hunters alike this past Easter weekend, April 4 and 5.

All photos are by KD Michaels.

This happy youngster shows off her eggs.

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A little corner of Forsyth

By Cindy Thomas, Staff Writer When meandering through Taney County, whether headed to a lakeside scenic area or taking care of necessary business at the License Bureau or Taney County Courthouse, there’s an enjoyable stop in downtown Forsyth: the library.

Located on the corner at 162 Main Street, the Forsyth Library celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2019. It offers a variety of services including a children’s section, young adult section, large print selections, reference books, DVDs, books on CD, magazines and newspapers. Particularly interesting for local residents and visitors alike is a section featuring authors from Taney County or books about the Ozarks. Browsing through that section revealed books about local flowers and trees, fiction by local authors, Ozarks’ foods and recipes, hillbilly humor, and the en-

tire Foxfire series, which remains a classic of wisdom and folklore even after many years. Readers can learn more about “The Shepherd of the Hills” author Harold Bell Wright and check out his other books; and an intriguing title, “Before Lewis and Clark,” explores the area’s early roots.

One of the library’s points of pride is the Jerry Gideon Genealogy Room. “Jerry Gideon was a local historian whom we called our walking, talking Taney County reference book,” said board member Mary Lou Drew. “We were endowed with many of Jerry’s works and feel truly blessed with this gift.” Resources include many hand-written family historical accounts; over 450 rolls of microfilm including material dating back over 150 years; and birth, marriage, divorce and death records. The room will soon be available for public

use with a volunteer’s assistance.

As a not-for-profit library supported by donations, grants and sales at The Markdown, its auxiliary thrift store, the Forsyth Library has just one paid administrator and depends heavily on volunteers to staff the library and store. Since many older people serving on the volunteer team were advised to be cautious about COVID-19, library hours are currently limited to Wednesday through Friday each week. The thrift store is open Monday through Friday. Both Drew and administrator Melissa Goetz said new volunteers are welcome and needed, both for library duties and for sorting clothing and donations, picking out quality items to stock the thrift store. “This is a good fit for a retiree or for a young mom who could work a few hours while children are in school,” said Drew. “We have some exciting

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projects on the drawing board, and we’re praying COVID-19 will soon be obliterated so we can implement them!”

Persons interested in volunteer-

ing should contact Melissa Goetz at 417-546-5257. Local libraries, with their wealth of history and culture, are a treasure that residents should not take for granted.

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New ‘Report-A-Road’ feature to 417-527-7500 keep Branson streets safe, clean 143 First St. Hollister, Mo Submitted to Branson Globe walk. Once the form is filled out, Automotive The City of Branson’s Public it will then be sent to the City of Works/Engineering Department is rolling out a new Branson Report-A-Road tool on the City’s website that will allow community members to report potholes, litter, needed street repairs, or even mowing concerns with a simple click of a button. On the heels of Branson Alderwoman Julia King’s Community Volunteer Trash Pickup series, where volunteers picked up more than 2,000 pounds of trash from city roads, the city is continuing this momentum by encouraging residents and community members to report any issues they see to help keep Branson looking as good as possible.

Community members are encouraged to visit the City’s website at https://bransonmo.gov/310/ Feedback-Questions and click on “Branson Report-A-Road” to fill out the form any time they see a street concern or trash issue. This can be anything from an animal in the street to a crumbling side-

Branson Department responsible for the issue, logged, prioritized and fixed as soon as possible.

“A lot of the times, our community members see things before our city staff. This tool will enable them to let us know about street issues as they come upon them. The coolest part is that even if the reported location is outside Branson City limits, this new technology will automatically send the report to whichever city, county, or state organization is responsible for that specific location. This is really the pinnacle of streamlining and efficiency to serve our community,” said Branson Public Works Department Director, Keith Francis.

As a reminder, community members can also report any water & sewer issues, report a municipal code violation, or even leave a general comment, concern or question on the “Feedback & Questions” section on our website, www.bransonmo.gov.

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Guest Article: For sale, solid oak dining table. Condition, used

By Martha Witt, Guest Writer Years ago when oak furniture was all the rage, we bought a solid oak, natural wood finish dining table and eight matching chairs. The table came with two removable leaves, which were really unnecessary as it stayed fully extended to eight feet the entire time we owned it. It was an extra wide, solidly built, sturdy table. This was proven years later when our boys ratted each other out for standing on it to see what would happen if they tied Christmas garland to the ceiling fan.

In June of 2009, after 20plus years of having a constant houseful of six to eight teen boys— somewhere around 100, as a few came and went, but for the most part, our chosen sons stayed until they felt ready to venture out into the world on their own—we decided it was time to move on to a life less exciting. Our birth son was headed away to school, several of our boys were graduating from high school, and a couple of older ones were planning to move out together. If we were going to retire as foster parents the time was right, and that meant downsizing to a smaller home.

So we picked a good Saturday and hauled our houseful of natural finish, solid oak furniture out to the driveway for a yard sale.

Mid-morning during a lull in customers, I went into the house for another cup of coffee. Stand-

ing at the kitchen window, both hands wrapped around my mug

as I’d done so many mornings watching our pack of boys head out for school together, I looked out at the lineup of our discarded furniture. Bookshelves, desks, dressers, bed frames and ... our dining table.

The thought came to me that the DNA from the hands of every boy, every single boy, who had ever lived in our home, whether just for weeks or for many years, was on that table, and my eyes were wet, flooded by the memories.

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Tears and snot from boys just landing in their first foster home, and boys who had been moved for the tenth or fourteenth time, and tears of gut-felt disappointments, and of great successes.

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The table was not sold that day and today it is quite at home, fully extended, in the dining room of our birth son, as he and his wife and their little son sit around it playing games, laughing wildly, and one day will share it with their own chosen kids—no doubt, sharing some tears as well.

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Brook Wellness Center to open Branson West location

By K.D. Michaels, Staff Writer A Branson area nonprofit organization is expanding in order to serve even more of those who will benefit from their services.

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Currently located on Branson’s Highway 248, The Brook provides services to approximately 200 clients each month.

“We expect the new expansion to give us the ability to add 200 to 400 plus clients monthly,” explained Rosie Robinson, Project Director of The Brook. “We currently have clientele aged six to 76 years old.

Substance abuse disorders and the effects on the family do not discriminate based on age and neither do we.”

Robinson added, “We are a certified treatment center that offers licensed professional counselors and certified drug and alcohol counselors. We are faith-based and use the best evidenced-based therapy models to meet the needs of our individual clients.

The Brook Wellness Center currently has two licensed professional counselors on staff, as well as two certified alcohol and drug counselors, an intern counselor, two recovery coaches, two administrators and one regular volunteer.

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The Branson West office of The Brook Wellness Center will be located in the Claybough Plaza on Highway 76. Grand opening is set for May 3, with an open house event slated for 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

“The Brook is invested in the community and our mission includes providing a safe place to encounter healing for trauma, substance use disorders, and family disruptions. We also offer community classes to quit smoking, how to administer NARCAN, and women’s self-defense classes, with more to come,” said Robinson. “Check out our website at www.thebrookwellnesscenter.org, call us at 417527-8877, or email us at info@ thebrookwellnesscenter.org.”

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By K.D. Michaels, Staff Writer Branson will be the site of a conference dedicated to single adults.

Meet Me in Missouri Single Adult Conference is slated for April 23 and 24. The conference is geared to Christian men and women, ages 31 and older, who are single, divorced or widowed. The conference offers attendees a weekend of workshops and fun, as well as plenty of time to enjoy Branson’s shows and attractions.

Meet Me in Missouri is hosted by American Rose Promotions, founded

by Rose Wilcox. “Our conferences are fun, inspiring and uplifting,” explained Wilcox. “There will be workshops on important topics like relationships and dating. Also, we will be meeting new friends, enjoying meals, music, sponsor gift drawings and have some free time to enjoy Branson attractions and shows.”

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• 1483 Edward V (aged 12) succeeds his father Edward IV as king of England. He is never crowned, and disappears presumed murdered, after incarceration in the Tower of London with his younger brother Richard (the “Princes in the Tower”) • 1682 Robert La Salle claims lower Mississippi (Louisiana) for France • 1731 British mariner Robert Jenkins’ ear cut off by Spanish Guarde Costa in the Caribbean, later catalyst for war between Britain & Spain • 1768 John Hancock refuses to allow two British customs agents to go below deck of his ship, considered by some to be the first act of physical resistance to British authority in the colonies

• 2002 Funeral of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother at Westminster Abbey UK. More than a million people line the streets • 2003 Baghdad falls to U.S. forces, ending the Invasion of Iraq, but resulting in widespread looting • 2017 Twitter footage of passenger forcibly removed from United Airlines flight in Chicago after flight overbooked causes outrage • 2018 US Senator Tammy Duckworth of Illinois becomes the first senator to give birth while in office

based on the novel by Carl Bernstein and Bob Woodward detailing their Watergate investigation, starring Dustin Hoffman and Robert Redford, is released • 1986 “Dallas” announces it will revive killed Bobby Ewing character • 1990 “Capital News” starring Lloyd Bridges premieres on ABC-TV • 2009 Mockumentary “Parks and Recreation” starring Amy Poehler, Nick Offerman and Aziz Ansari debuts on NBC in the US

Today in history - April 9: Music, movies, TV and more • 1833 1st US tax-supported public library in Peterborough, New Hampshire • 1865 Confederate General Robert E. Lee and 26,765 troops surrender at Appomattox Court House to US Lieutenant General Ulysses S. Grant ending the Civil War in North Virginia • 1869 Hudson Bay Company cedes its territory to Canada • 1939 Marian Anderson sings before 75,000 at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. • 1962 JFK throws out 1st ball at Washington’s new DC Stadium • 1968 Martin Luther King Jr., buried in Atlanta • 1992 John Major elected Prime Minister of the United Kingdom after his Conservative Party wins the most votes in British electoral history

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CORRECTION: In the March 26, 2021, Vol. 2, Issue 59 an article by Gary Groman titled “Emergency vote repeals Branson’s mandatory face covering ordinance” contained a typographical error. “The initial staff report and proposed ordinance, published late last week,

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was changed and republished less than 21 hours before the meeting.” This statement is incorrect.

The change was actually at 4:18, p.m. on March 22, 2021, which is 25 hours and 42 minutes prior to the March 23, 2021 board of aldermen meeting. The Globe regrets this error.

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• 1950 Bob Hope’s 1st TV appearance • 1976 “All the President’s Men”, directed by Alan J. Pakula,

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• 1898 Curly Lambeau, American Pro Football Hall of Fame halfback, coach (founder, first coach Green Bay Packers), born in Green Bay, Wisconsin (d. 1965) • 1926 Hugh Hefner, American magazine publisher and businessman (Playboy), born in Chicago, Illinois (d. 2017) • 1966 Cynthia Nixon, American actress (Sex and the City), born in NYC, New York • 1990 Kristen Stewart, American actress (Bella Swan-The Twilight Saga), born in Los Angeles • 2000 Jackie Evancho, American classical crossover singer (The Debut), born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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JESUS CHRIST IS CALLED THE PRINCE OF PEACE. “Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.” - Ephesians 4:3

PREMIUM FREE OXYGEN - SAVE A TREE.

Need to advertise without spending a fortune?

HERE’S YOUR SPOT! Call 417-334-9100 to claim it now!

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REFERENCES AVAILABLE

PAINTING • STAINING

CALL DON

FOOD BANK

FREE FOOD FOR THOUGHT about Jesus Food Bank Program. $10 gas free first visit only. Watch a 40-minute DVD about Jesus, I will answer any questions you might have with the Bible truth.

Please call 417-337-3772 for an appointment. 2-3 people at a time.

SERVICES OFFERED ACE HOME IMPROVEMENT

Heating & Air HVAC Service & Repair, Doors, Windows, Decks, Fences, Pressure Washing, Int & Ext. Painting, Siding, Roofing, Flooring, Tile & Drywall.

Handy-man Work! Call Ryan 417-335-1347 3/31

TO ENSURE THE BEST RESPONSE TO YOUR AD...

Please make sure your ad is correct in the first issue in which it appears. The Branson Globe is responsible for one day’s charge of the space occupied by the error. If your ad is not correct, call us immediately to have it corrected.

SERVICES OFFERED D&T PAINTING, STAINING and Remodeling. Reasonable and prompt. We have lifts for high work and we guarantee our stain jobs for 25 years. We also guarantee our roof coating for 50 years on mobile homes. references available. call Don: 417712-4115 FREE ESTIMATES FROM ground up remodels roofs, deck, additions, pole-barns, flooring and complete build 5yr labor warranty 417-699-1635 4/30 BILL’S TREE & EXCAVATING Service. Trim & remove trees and grind down stumps.

Small jobs such as hauling out debris and digging out ditches.

417-331-0491 4/30

APARTMENTS

APTS. FOR RENT: 2 BDRM./1.5 bath Condo. New windows, draperies, carpet and paint. Includes covered parking, fireplace, bay window, sunroom, boat slip, trailer parking, pool, tennis court and appliances. No pets. Hollister area. $800 per mo. With a 1 year lease. Email – largepox8@gmail.com

1&2 BR APARTMENTS 1-1/2 BATHS, POOLS, REC. ROOM

$575 MONTH & UP • REASONABLE & PROMPT • LIFTS FOR HIGH WORK & REMODELING • GUARANTEE OUR STAIN JOBS FOR 25 YEARS • GUARANTEE OUR ROOF COATING FOR 50 YEARS ON MOBILE HOMES

417-712-4115

Furnished Units Available, Lakeviews Available

CALL 417-546-3334 Shepherd of the Hills Estates

www.soheapts.com

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OFFICE HOURS 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday VEHICLES FOR SALE RENT TO OWN AUTOS

LOW Down Payment NO Initial Taxes & License Fees NO Credit Check FREE One Year Waranty on motor & transmission

RENT TO OWN YOUR AUTO TODAY

1119 E. State Hwy 76 Branson 417-335-5400 renttoownautosbranson.com

HELP WANTED

SPIC N SPAN CLEANING now hiring. Full time positions.

Located in Branson West. Merrill Lea 417-239-7495 EXPERIENCED PAINTERS NEEDED.Wages depend on experience. Call Robert 870-2788026.

LOOKING FOR SOMEONE with construction experience.

Must have own transportation and basic hand tools. Call 417213-0406

APARTMENTS

HELP WANTED

NOW HIRING FOR 2021 SEASON • Servers • Line Cook • Cashiers • Prep Cook • Salad Bar Attendants • Dishwasher

Apply in Person: 3250 Shepherd of the Hills Expy

417.334.5405 HELP WANTED - DIMITRI’S GYRO’S. Restaurant Help Needed. Apply in person only, no phone calls. 111 E. Main Street, Branson

YOUR AD WOULD LOOK GREAT HERE! CALL 417-334-9100

HELP WANTED

BRANSON SCENIC RAILWAY Accepting applications for full-time TRAIN ATTENDANT and a full-time RESERVATION TICKET SELLER Will train (get it? Train?)

This is a smoke free, non tobacco use business.

Apply in person.

No phone calls.

206 E. Main St. Branson

Your next employee of the year is out there.

Find them now with a Help Wanted Classified. Call (417)334-9100

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

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Worship Directory You are encouraged to worship with us!

To advertise your church on our worship pages, please give us a call at the Branson Globe: 417-334-9100, or email info@bransonglobe.com.

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

(Jeremiah 29:11)

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Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.…

(Matthew 11:28-29)

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HB Wright Historical Museum • National BB Gun Museum • Paul Harvey Jr. ‘50s Museum • Stearnsy Bear Museum World of Checkers Museum • Memory Barn Museum • Dusty Barn Finds Museum

Kids 5 & under FREE! • Passes good all day • Open Mon. - Sat., 10 am - 6 pm • 3609 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 • 417-332-1499 • worldslargesttoymuseum.com