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May 28, 2021 • Vol. 2, Issue 68

C of O says ‘fight has just begun’ after motion for injunction denied

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PAGE 5: New restaurant honors heroes

Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 (Photo by Gary Groman at Ozarks Memorial Cemetery)

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Town hall meetings allow discussion of Branson’s proposed pet ordinance

By K.D. Michaels, Staff Writer Many Branson residents have attended the city’s two town hall meetings this past week discussing the proposed pet ordinance.

Led by Branson Police Chief Jeff Matthews, the meetings out-

lined the changes in the possible new ordinance and the current ordinance referring to animals in the city limits.

The first reading of the ordinance passed several weeks ago, but newly elected Branson Mayor

Larry Milton and the board of aldermen made the decision to seek public input on the controversial ordinance before the second reading.

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Submitted to Branson Globe The federal district court denied the College of the Ozarks’ motion for an injunction and temporary restraining order, which would have provided temporary protection for the College while its federal court case is pending.

The suit was filed in federal court on April 15, 2021, against the Biden administration. The lawsuit challenges a directive from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), which forces religious schools to violate their beliefs by opening their dormitories, including dorm rooms and shared shower spaces, to members of the opposite sex.

The directive accomplishes this by requiring entities covered by the Fair Housing Act to not “discriminate” based on sexual orientation or gender identity.

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peal so that schools are not forced to open women’s dorm rooms to males and violate their religious beliefs,” said College President Jerry C. Davis. “For more than 100 years, College of the Ozarks has provided a distinctly Christian education to students with financial need. We will not abandon our mission. The fight to protect our religious freedom has just begun.”

Attorneys from Alliance Defending Freedom are representing the College.

“The government cannot and

should not force schools to open girls’ dorms to males based on its politically motivated and inappropriate redefinition of ‘sex,’” said ADF Senior Counsel Julie Marie Blake. “Women shouldn’t be forced to share private spaces—including showers and dorm rooms—with males, and religious schools shouldn’t be punished simply because of their beliefs about marriage and biological sex. Government overreach by the Biden administration continues to victimize women, girls and people of faith by gutting their legal protections, and it must be stopped.”

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Celebration of life to honor Brenda Owen Meadows

By K.D. Michaels, Staff Writer A Celebration of Life will be held for Brenda Owen Meadows this Saturday. Meadows, who passed away in April, was a dedicated advocate for the veterans in our area.

Meadows’ family invites you to celebrate the life of this very special woman who held many titles – wife, mother, grandmother, Branson community leader, veteran, USO entertainer and friend.

Meadows will be honored and remembered in word and in song by many who knew and loved her on Saturday, May 29, at the Clay Cooper Theater in Branson.

the Christian belief that biological sex is not changeable, and it operates its dorms accordingly. The College’s sincerely held religious beliefs influence their policies, including dormitory policies, which prohibit male students from living in female residence halls, and vice versa.

The lawsuit opposes the HUD directive and the executive order requiring it. The order, issued to all federal agencies, requires them to modify their policies on sex discrimination to include sexual orientation and gender identity.

The lawsuit explains that the HUD directive contradicts the historical judicial interpretation of the Fair

Housing Act, which confirms that “sex” means biological sex. The suit also argues that the directive exceeds the administration’s authority and violates the constitutionally protected freedom of College of the Ozarks and similar religious institutions to operate consistently with their religious beliefs.

“The Biden Administration’s policy forces College of the Ozarks to decide between defending its religious liberty from government overreach or violating our core beliefs,” Davis said. “The government’s threats include harmful fines that could easily amount to six figures. Fair

bransonglobe.com Housing Act penalties can even land people in jail. College of the Ozarks will not stand on the sidelines while our right to religious freedom is attacked. That is why we filed a lawsuit with Alliance Defending Freedom to protect our female students and the Christian education we provide.”

College of the Ozarks is a private, Christian liberal arts college in Point Lookout, Missouri. To achieve its vision, the college pursues academic, vocational, Christian, patriotic and cultural goals that are mirrored in School of the Ozarks, a laboratory school that completes the K-college model.

Congressman Long named ‘Taxpayer Super Hero’ Submitted to Branson Globe Congressman Billy Long was named a Taxpayer Super Hero by the Council for Citizens Against Government Waste (CCAGW).

He received a 100% rating from CCAGW, underscoring his commitment to cutting the waste out of the federal government’s budget.

“I am proud and honored to receive a 100% rating from the CCAGW and be named a Taxpayer Super Hero,” said Congressman Long. “People are fed up more than ever with how irresponsible the federal government is with its money. My job as a member of Congress is to protect taxpayers

from wasteful spending, and that is exactly what I will continue to do.

Since 1989, CCAGW has examined roll call votes to help identify which members of Congress have defended taxpayer interests and which have backed away from their promises of fiscal responsibility.

Stone County Library announces summer reading program

Donations will be accepted to assist with Meadows’ treatment and final arrangements.

Saturday’s service is set to begin at 10:30 am. For more information, call 417-231-7865.

Submitted to Branson Globe Summer at Stone County libraries will be filled with activities, stories, reading and fun with this summer’s theme of Tails & Tales.

Registration for the Stone County Library summer reading begins June 1. All ages are eligible to sign up and get a reading log.

Kids and teens can earn fun prizes

by reading or listening to stories.

The adults haven’t been left out, though. Reading can earn entries into drawings for some fun prizes.

The Summer Reading Program runs from June 1 through July 31. For more details and for a full schedule of events, contact the library at 417347-6410 or visit the library

website at www.stonecountylibrary.org.

This project is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.

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Branson Veterans of America hosts annual Memorial Day ceremony Submitted to Branson Globe The Branson Veterans of America will be hosting the annual Memorial Day ceremony on May 31, 2021, at 11 at the Ozarks Memorial Cemetery, next to SnappBearden Funeral Home on Highway 76 East.

This year the guest speakers

will be Mayor Milton, Rep. Brian Seitz, and the keynote speaker will be Amy Manning, U.S Army Major (Ret.). The program will also include the placing of wreaths representing each war as well as the rifle volley and playing of taps.

The Branson High School Air Force Jr ROTC will post and retire

colors.

Bring your lawn chairs and plan on taking part in this moving program of remembrance. If inclement weather exists, we will move indoors to the funeral home auditorium. For more information, call Bob Sarver, BVA 913, public relations director at 417-294-0728.

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Branson-Hollister Rotary club awards scholarship Submitted to Branson Globe The recipient, Kyla McClintic, from Hollister, Missouri, was chosen from over 25 applicants. Ms. McClintic stood out from the other applicants for her excellent grades and her long history of volunteering and community service. And it is our honor to help her achieve her college goals. She plans to attend the University of Missouri.

Mr. Cantwell was a longtime active Rotarian and native of Branson. His children, Brad Cantwell of Springfield and Lisa Cantwell DeGraaff of Columbia, have offered this scholarship in memory of their father’s dedication and service to the Branson community. The Branson-Hollister Rotary club has been serving the Branson/Lakes area for 75 years. Our legacy is one of char-

itable giving and dedication to our fellow citizens in our community—and throughout the world.

Youth Service recognizes the importance of empowering youth and young professionals through leadership development programs such as Rotaract, Interact, Rotary Youth Leadership Awards, Rotary Youth Exchange and higher learning.

MICKEY is an 11-year-old Terrier mix. Mickey is mostly blind, but that doesn’t slow him down much. He can see some shapes if it is bright outside. He loves to be petted and loved on. This guy is happiest lounging in the sun.

Come visit one of our favorite old men.

City seeks public feedback on stormwater program changes Submitted to Branson Globe The City of Branson’s Public Works/Engineering Stormwater Division will conduct a public online forum concerning proposed changes to the City’s Stormwater Program and Stormwater Management Plan (SWMP) within the City’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS-4) service area on Tuesday, June 15, 2021, from 10-11 a.m. to present the City’s SWMP and to discuss any comments received during the comment period.

The current SWMP for the City,

the draft SWMP for the State of Missouri, and a comment form is posted on the City’s Public Works/ Engineering web page under “MS4 Public Forum.” This will be up for review for 30 days. You can also obtain a hard copy from the Stormwater Coordinator’s office located inside Branson City Hall at 110 W. Maddux St. Please review both of these documents then submit feedback or comment through the comment form on the website. Public comments may also be mailed to the City of Branson Public Works/Engineering De-

partment at 110 W. Maddux, Suite 310, Branson, Missouri 65616.

Your comments and feedback will be discussed at the online public forum to help the City of Branson’s Stormwater Division complete a Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit renewal application and an amended stormwater management plan (SWMP). Your comments are a vital piece of this process.

You can find more information on the City’s Stormwater Management Division on the city’s website: bransonmo.gov.

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New Branson restaurant – Heroes Tastes + Taps – honors heroes

By K.D. Michaels, Staff Writer A unique Branson restaurant celebrated their grand opening with a ribbon cutting event this week.

Billed as “New American Cuisine,” HEROES TASTES + TAPS offers an eclectic menu with fascinating appetizers and salads, specialty sandwiches and dinners, traditional favorites and more. Guests can also enjoy a wide variety of tasty beer — up to 24 brews on tap — certain to quench the thirst.

Located next to the Titanic in the former Montana Mike’s location, HEROES TASTES + TAPS is the latest member of the Branson IMAX family.

In addition to the unequalled menu, HEROES also has an extraordinary theme, designed to honor heroes from every walk of life.

“HEROES is going to honor all of the heroes we have, not just nationally, but firemen, policemen, doctors, and all the other heroes in our lives,” said Branson IMAX owner Paul Bluto, noting that the restaurant is decorated with memorabilia from many of our local heroes.

Several of those heroes were on hand for the event, one being Officer Stirewalt, Patrol Sergeant with the Taney County Sheriff’s Department, with a special presentation for another hero, re-

tired Deputy Darin Carter.

“Darin worked for us for many years,” said Stirewalt. “Unfortunately, he was shot in the line of duty. HEROES gave us shadow boxes to display items from our department. When I saw Da-

rin looking at his shadow box, his uniform shirt was without a badge. I could see that it bothered him, so I went to the sheriff, and we got him a badge to put on SEE HEROES, PAGE 10

Staff and friends of HEROES TASTES + TAPS celebrate with a ribbon cutting. (Photo by KD Michaels)

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Remembering that freedom isn’t free

By Gary J. Groman, a.k.a. The Ole Seagull Originally called “Decoration Day,” the purpose of the original Memorial Day was to honor those who died in the Civil War. Today it’s remembering and honoring the members of America’s Armed Forces who have been killed in the service of our country.

Someone a lot wiser than an Ole Seagull said, “There is no such thing as a free lunch.” Since our country’s earliest days, America’s Armed Forces and their families have paid the price for the free-

doms we all enjoy. Freedoms that seemingly, on an increasing basis, many take for granted. Memorial Day affords a unique opportunity to reflect upon that price and honor those who have paid it.

The very act of going into the armed forces puts one’s life at risk.

Immediately upon being “sworn in,” members of the armed forces have given control of their lives to their military and governmental leaders. It is a control that is absolute and, from an honor point of view, irrevocable.

That control could be exercised in various ways. In “combat,” it could be through an order “to take that hill,” in the face of withering machine gun or mortar fire, to patrol a neighborhood in Baghdad, or assault a terrorist stronghold in Afghanistan. In a non-combat support position, it could be an order to serve in a supply depot, train-

By Tiffany Brown, Staff Writer During the time of Samuel’s priesthood over Israel, the people cried out for God to appoint a king to rule over them. To state it more accurately, they demanded it. This troubled Samuel who sought the wisdom of God over the matter.

God told Samuel to warn the people that there would be many negative aspects associated with appointing a human king to replace God as their king. Still, they longed for a man to lead them, so God gave them their request. It wasn’t long before the

Israelites began to experience the tyrannical side effects.

Often when there are particular things we desire in life, it’s difficult to know exactly how we should pray for those things. How do we know whether or not what we pray for will bring us heartache in the future? How do we know whether or not having God change our situation won’t bring us more trouble than we expected? Is it wrong to ask God for the desires of our heart if there is a chance it could be in opposition to His will?

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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ing facility or hospital thousands of miles away from the battle.

Regardless of where or how one serves, the risk to their life is an inherent part of the oath they swore.

History records it’s the politicians and those in power who start wars and that it is the men and women of their armed forces and their families who pay the price of those wars. It is a price paid in separation, stress, blood, suffering, anguish, physical and mental injury, and sometimes death.

Theirs is not to judge whether the politicians and powerful are risking their lives in a noble or just cause. Theirs is to selflessly do their sworn duty. Some have served in “popular” conflicts, such as World Wars I and II and Desert Storm. Others in conflicts that were not as “popular,” such as Korea and Vietnam. However, through it all, the men and women

of America’s Armed Forces and their families have done their duty, sacrificed, and given unstintingly of themselves.

William James eloquently reminds us that, “No matter what a man’s frailties otherwise may be, if he be willing to risk death, in the service he has chosen, that fact consecrates him forever.” From our country’s beginning, the members of its armed forces and their families have assumed that risk and done their duty. They have ensured that a “government of the people, by the people, and for the people, shall not perish from the earth.”

For that, we owe those who have served and are currently serving in our armed forces our undying gratitude, honor, respect and support. Not only on Memorial Day but every day that we, as a nation, enjoy the fruits of their efforts, sacrifices and service.

Breakfast at Tiffany’s: Bread or stones?

Let us look at Jesus as he prayed in the Garden of Gethsemane just before he was to be delivered into Roman hands to be crucified. Jesus knew that He had been sent to the earth to die for the salvation of the world. But for a moment, we see the humanness of the Son of God as well as the depths of his intimacy with the Father. Knowing the suffering that was soon coming, he asked the Father to take the cup of death away from him if it was

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Reflections: Equipped by the Spirit

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By Cindy Thomas, Staff Writer Do you know who is the first person mentioned by name in the Bible as being filled with God’s Spirit?

If you haven’t read Exodus 35:30–34 lately, your first thought might be Moses, perhaps Noah, or some other leader who made it onto the faith list in Hebrews (or into your denomination’s Sunday school curriculum). Or maybe you don’t really connect the Holy Spirit with the Old Testament, so your thoughts run more toward Jesus’ disciples or the Apostle Paul. But the first person mentioned is actually a man named Bezalel.

As the Israelites made the trek from Egypt to the Promised Land, God graciously provided for them to have a portable tabernacle housing his holy Presence. Although only the high priest entered the holiest inner place, the tabernacle was a visible reminder that the people did, in fact, have a powerful God who commanded devotion and obedience. Following the unfortunate golden calf incident, it was obvious such a reminder was needed.

God’s provision had actually begun earlier, when he gave the

Israelites favor with their Egyptian neighbors enabling them to depart with valuable jewelry and expensive materials. Moses was given instructions to collect those items as donations and craft them into a beautiful earthly house for God’s presence. And someone was needed to head up the job.

Enter Bezalel. Exodus 35:30 says, “See, the Lord has called by name Bezalel . . . and has filled him with the Spirit of God, in wisdom and understanding, in knowledge and all manner of workmanship.” The text further explains that Bezalel was given the ability to teach others and put together an entire team of craftsmen and women to carve wood, work with precious metals, spin yarn, and weave textiles. The result was a beautiful place to experience God. That can be a little surprising if one generally thinks of the Holy Spirit as empowering people to preach, teach Bible studies, and the like, but it’s a reminder that everyone’s talents can be used for ministry when yielded to God and guided by his Spirit.

As a writer, I find this story encouraging. I’m not a formally trained minister, but as I study the Bible, I enjoy putting my thoughts into words that may encourage other people in their own study. My husband is a musician and a school music teacher whose faithfulness has encouraged many students, whether or not he ever preaches a sermon in a church building. My son Brian is a worship pastor who has faithfully used his talents not only to play music but to build an entire team of people, not only playing or singing but also using gifts of technical skill and sound board mixing. His example inspired his brother, Luke, to join the team, adding a new dimension

of creative media and helping train a camera crew—just in time to have a quality online presence during the restrictions of COVID-19 in 2020, helping people continue to worship during a difficult season. I have other friends who, clearly guid-

ed by the Holy Spirit, point people toward faith in Christ using their skills as doctors, teachers, counselors, hairdressers and car mechanics.

If you haven’t read about Bezalel, take a few minutes to turn to Exodus and be impressed by

the amount of work his team got done! And then realize that God created you, gave you particular abilities, and knows you by name. Filled with the Holy Spirit, you can use those talents to inspire others in serving and worshiping him.

For the People: A city update from Branson Mayor Larry Milton Hello Friends, As promised, we are holding informal town hall meetings to really listen to the residents of Branson.

We recently held our first town hall meeting with citizens from Country Bluff to ensure they understand the development project to the west of their area. It was an informative meeting with 34 citizens in attendance. Not only were we able to listen to the residents at this meeting, but we were able to take action and move forward with the many city staff and elected officials who were in attendance and who helped make specific action plans for the residents. Thank you to everyone involved in making this town hall a success. I appreciate all of the positive feedback regarding how this process improves transparency and information sharing. It’s clear that our citizens enjoy this type of venue to share information.

We also had recent town hall meetings regarding the proposed changes to Branson’s animal ordinance. These meetings held in each of Branson’s wards and hosted by the aldermen of those wards, hears residents’ input on the proposed changes. Our first one, in Ward III, went great with the Branson Police Department there providing the information and answering questions from res-

idents. The town hall for Ward I was held Saturday, May 22, at the Clay Cooper Theatre, and the town hall for Ward II will be on June 9 at 6 p.m. at the Branson Community Center. For more information, see our news releases on the city’s website at https://www.bransonmo.gov.

Items of interest at the recent, regular board of aldermen meeting included annexation for 134 Country Bluff, amendment to ordinance regarding RV parking in theater lots, presentation of first-quarter financials, zoning for 1487 North State Highway 265, zoning for 631 Shady Drive, and an ordinance regarding the penalty for smoking marijuana in no-smoking areas. The full agenda is found on the city’s website: https://www.bransonmo.gov.

I want to congratulate and applaud the efforts of our Branson High School seniors who graduated recently! I assess you will be known as the “Class of Resiliency” as you have proven the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties and have excelled in your endeavors despite working through the trials of the pandemic.

Sunday, May 31, is Memorial Day, and I would ask everyone to take a moment to honor and remember all of

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the servicemen and women who have died while serving in the military. Take a minute to think about how our lives have changed and how America continues to be a beacon of light for the world due to the sacrifices made by the servicemen and women we have lost.

It is important to remember what Ronald Reagan told us on May 31, 1982, at Arlington National Cemetery.

“The United States and the freedom for which it stands, the freedom for which they died, must endure and prosper. Their lives remind us that freedom is not bought cheaply.

It has a cost; it imposes a burden. And just as they whom we commemorate were willing to sacrifice, so too must we—in a less final, less heroic way—be willing to give of ourselves.”

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possible. Jesus was not afraid to reveal to God what he was feeling in that moment, but had Jesus ended his prayer there the salvation of the world would not have come through Him, or maybe not even at all.

Was it wrong for the Israelites or Jesus to ask God for what their heart desired despite the outcome?

I don’t believe it was. The Father desires to hear our innermost wants and needs. He cares about every detail of our wellbeing and He wants to give us good things. Jesus explains this in Matthew 7:9-11: “Which of you, if his son asks for bread, will give him a stone?

Or if he asks for a fish, will give him a snake? So if you who are evil know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give

good things to those who ask Him!” Why would God give the Israelites a king even though it came at a tremendous price? Did he give them a stone when they had prayed for bread, so to speak? I believe the answer lies in how the end of their prayer differed from the petition of Jesus. The Israelites in this particular situation demanded of God what they wanted, despite His warnings of the outcome of it.

Jesus, on the other hand, ended his request with these words: “Nevertheless, not my will but yours be done.” Jesus understood that the will of God was far greater, even though it would involve tremendous sacrifice.

Do you have a specific need or desire? Don’t be afraid to tell God what’s on your mind. But also remember that God’s will is far better than anything we could ever ask for.

Trust that when you submit to Him, He will give you what’s best.

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Chalk Art Ministry ‘drawing people closer’ to God

By Cindy Thomas, Staff Writer Sometimes a picture touches a person’s heart in ways words alone can’t do. Drawing Closer Ministries, founded in 1987 by Christian artist Randy Davis, combines art with scriptural teaching to strengthen local churches and reach people of all ages with the gospel.

While there are several ministries that use art, Davis’s approach is unique. For starters, while some art ministries are directed primarily toward children, Drawing Closer is designed to appeal to adults and older youth, although children are also fascinated. He conveys solid biblical teaching using visual aids via an overhead projector before launching into a themed chalk drawing, coordinated with inspirational music.

What makes the presentation unusual, though, is a “hidden picture” within the picture, drawn with special chalk prior to the live service.

As the drawing nears completion, a black light highlights the hidden picture, adding new perspective of the love and presence of Jesus Christ into the scene or situation.

The Davis family moved to Branson in 2020 to be closer to Randy’s father and stepmother, Richard and Leona Davis, after many years in Ottumwa, Iowa, where they attended Living Hope Bible Church in nearby Eldon when not traveling for ministry. Davis’s wife, Shirley, is a vocalist and often provides special music for the programs. They are

also accompanied on ministry trips by their daughter, Wendy, who has Down Syndrome and has overcome numerous health issues. Outgoing and cheerful, Wendy serves as “official greeter and hugger,” according to Davis.

One powerful example of the chalk art is based somewhat on the Davises’ experiences with Wendy. It features a father and little girl looking out over a lake scene. As any parent knows, the parenting journey is full of challenges, and those can multiply exponentially when a child has special needs. As the black light comes on, a hidden picture emerges of Christ holding the little girl in a hug, a powerful reminder that the love of Jesus is sufficient for every situation parents and children face.

Davis says he is not a formally

trained pastor or preacher, nor even formally trained in art, but is simply someone obeying God’s call to use the gifts God has given him. He has developed several teaching themes suitable for any Christian denominational context and can also customize the presentations for special events or an individual church’s needs, varying from one service to multi-day revivals or youth outreaches. There is a suggested honorarium for the presentation and travel expenses, but Davis emphasizes that he can be flexible in order to keep the ministry accessible to all churches, including smaller ones or more remote locations. Typically, he arrives at the location the day before a service, or at least several hours in

Randy completing a themed drawing for a ministry service. (Photo courtesy of Randy Davis)

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In part, the new ordinance will limit the number of pets (dogs, cats and ferrets) that can be housed in any residence and require licensing and rabies vaccinations of pets.

The ordinance also makes it illegal to feed or harbor any stray or feral cats for more than three consecutive days and requires dogs to be on a leash if not on your personal property. The 48-page ordinance also outlines specific care and handling for animals in commercial establishments, such as some of

Branson’s shows.

If the ordinance is passed, proposed annual fees of $20 per unaltered pet and $10 per altered pet will go into effect January 1. 2022. Under the ordinance, senior citizens 65 or older are required to license their pets, but the fee will be waived. Service dogs also will be exempt from the fee but must be vaccinated and licensed.

Residents voiced concern over various parts of the ordinance, which, according to Chief Matthews, is designed to ensure better public safety for people and better safety for their

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pets, as well as a better opportunity to oversee the commercial animal establishment.

“What you see is 18 months of work,” said Matthews. “The proposed ordinance aligns with the best practices for animals and community, provides for better safety for people and pets, and seeks to resolve issues that were seen over time.”

When asked how the ordinance, if passed, would be enforced, Matthews explained that the goal is compliance.

“We would prefer compliance over enforcement,” Matthews noted. “If enforcement is required, a citation will be issued, and the violator will go before the judge.”

Fine for a first-time violation of the proposed pet ordinance is not to exceed $200, with higher fines being imposed for repeat violations.

Several city officials were on hand for the town hall meetings, held Thursday at Branson’s Skyline Baptist Church and Saturday at the Clay Cooper Theater. In attendance

were Mayor Larry Milton, Assistant City Administrator John Manning, Lieutenant E.J. Jones with the Branson Police Department, Bob Huels representing the Shepherd of the Hills Humane Society and several members of the Branson Board of Aldermen.

“I feel Thursday’s town hall meeting was very positive,” said Councilwoman Ruth Denham, of Ward 3. “The residents that attended the meeting asked a variety of questions and then made some suggestions – for instance, a suggestion to reduce the number of animals allowed in condominium units.”

The community is appreciative of the opportunity to speak on this and other issues, according to Denham.

“The community response I received overall is, ‘Thank you.’

After the April election, we finally feel like we are being heard and our voices matter,’” Denham added.

A third town hall meeting, with a date yet to be determined, will be held in June. All Branson residents are encouraged to attend.

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his uniform.”

Carter, who was moved by the presentation, shared his thoughts regarding HEROES TASTES + TAPS. “On behalf of my family, thank you so much for your kindness,” said Carter. “If we were in space and we were looking down, this restaurant would be a beacon of appreciation, shining bright here in Branson for all heroes – first responders, military, teachers, doctors. For anyone who steps up and answers the call, whatever it may be to help their fellow man — thank you for what you’re doing.”

HEROES TASTES + TAPS, located at 3225 West 76 Country Boulevard, is open daily for lunch and dinner, with breakfast served on select days. For more information, visit www.bransonimax.com or www.heroesbranson.com

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Branson Veterans Memorial Museum hosts Minnesota band and choir for concert Submitted to Branson Globe When the pandemic canceled their participation in the 2021 Memorial Day Parade in Washington D.C., the Waseca High School Band and Choir were determined to honor veterans in

any way possible. After searching for alternatives, Branson welcomed them with open arms on a concert tour, including a special performance on Memorial Day at the Branson Veterans Memorial Museum.

The free 30-minutes concert will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 31 in the parking lot of the Veterans Memorial Museum. Due to social distancing guidelines, audience members will be encouraged to watch from the parking lot with limited seating provided. Music will include patriotic favorites and a special tribute to veterans.

Waseca High School is located in an agricultural community in south central Minnesota named for the rich and fertile lands found there. Community members enjoy many area lakes year-round from summer boating to winter ice fishing and Sleigh & Cutter celebrations. Waseca is the home of the University of Minnesota Southern Experiment Station for Agriculture,

several manufacturing facilities, a federal correctional institution and many unique shops. Waseca High School prides itself in being a small school doing big things in the areas of arts, athletics and academics. They have received state and national recognition as a School of Character in recent years, which basically means getting caught being good!

Members of the Waseca Music Department enjoy sharing music wherever they go, typically performing several concerts per year locally as well as traveling to festivals in New York City, New Orleans, Boston, Nashville, Philadelphia, Myrtle Beach and Toronto. This will be the first time that the marching band and choir have traveled together on

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a concert tour, and they are looking forward to both collaborative and individual performances throughout the weekend. In addition to the Veterans Museum performance, additional performances will take place at the Clay Cooper Theatre on Saturday, May 29, the Branson Landing Waterfront Mall and the Dick Clark American Bandstand Theater on Sunday, May 30.

The importance of honoring veterans this special weekend was a large part of planning Waseca High School’s concert tour from the beginning. The Branson Veterans Memorial Museum was the first choice for the music department to give a performance. This performance would be the best way for the music department to instill the importance of Memorial Day and honoring all veterans even if they couldn’t be in Washington D.C. this weekend. Choir President Dravyn Spies says “There’s no way to thank our veterans for everything they sacrifice for our freedom; thank you to all who have served and are currently serving this great country.”

“Living a life of service is an important part of being a contributing citizen in the USA. Waseca High School is proud to honor all who serve through our music, our presence and our actions. Respect is at the basis of all we do. We honor past and present military volunteers, first responders and all who give of themselves without any expectation of receiving anything in return. We are blessed by the opportunity,” said Deb Wantoch-Yess, Director, Waseca High School Choirs.

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advance, to set up his art and projection equipment.

Like most churches and ministries, Drawing Closer Ministries experienced a slowdown during the challenges of 2020, but Davis said things are picking up, and being fair-

ly new in Branson, he is eager to get better acquainted with area pastors or ministry leaders. References are available from pastors who have hosted services, including an Illinois pastor who shared about a youth she described as “somewhat wayward” who sat transfixed through the first service and then attended every remaining night, even bringing friends.

For more information about how Drawing Closer might be a good fit for your church or group or to schedule a service, as well as more pictures and service theme ideas, visit www.chalkartist. com, email chalkart@netins.net, or call 641-680-2997.

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Central Bank of Branson awards scholarships

By K.D. Michaels, Staff Writer Central Bank of Branson has again provided scholarships for a number of local students.

Central Bank recently awarded six high school seniors in Taney and Stoney Counties with $500 in scholarship funds apiece to aid them in their first year of college.

More than 50 students applied for the third annual Community Leadership Scholarship. Each student submitted an essay, outlining their contributions to our community and to others, as well as describing the benefits and challenges of the service they provided. In addition to the essay, grade point average was also a factor in selecting scholarship recipients.

This year, Community Leadership Scholarships were awarded to Madelyn Faria and Rebecca Smith of Branson

High School, Kellen Hendrix and Ashley Matthews, both of Forsyth High School, Madison Shipley of Bradleyville, and Bailey Owens of Blue Eye. “We are very excited to be able to award these deserving students as part of our annual Community Leadership Scholarship,” said Central Bank President and CEO Joe Loth.

“Being a community bank, we believe strongly in giving back to others and supporting our

neighbors, much like these students have modeled.”

Loth continued, “We are humbled to read all of the impressive submissions from these bright individuals. Thank you to everyone who applied and for your contributions to making the Branson area a great place to live.

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Bill to honor Ghost Army wins passage in the House

Submitted to Branson Globe The six-year effort to honor the “Ghost Army” – the secret World War II military units that specialized in creative deceptions on the battlefields of Europe – moved forward Tuesday with the House voting overwhelmingly to pass H.R. 707, a bill to award the soldiers with the Congressional Gold Medal.

The bipartisan bill, first submitted in 2015, was introduced by Rep. Annie Kuster (D-NH), with Rep. Chris Stewart, (R-UT) as the Republican co-lead. Companion legislation has been introduced in the Senate.

“The incredible story and contributions of the Ghost Army went unknown and unrecognized for far too long,” said Congresswoman Kuster. “During World War II, these brave men were on the frontlines conducting creative, innovative and risky maneuvers to deceive the Nazis and draw forces away from allied troops. The Ghost Army saved thousands of Allied lives during humanity’s darkest hour, but because their missions were kept secret for de-

cades, they were never recognized for their extraordinary accomplishments. I’m proud that my Ghost Army Congressional Gold Medal Act has passed the House, and I hope that the Senate will pass this bipartisan legislation to award these brave Americans the Congressional Gold Medal and ensure they receive the long-overdue recognition they deserve.”

The Ghost Army used inflatable tanks, sound effects, radio trickery and impersonation to fool and divert the enemy away from advancing troops. Although they have been credited with saving an estimated 30,000 lives, the work of the Ghost Army was classified as top secret until 1996.

The Congressional Gold Medal is Congress’s highest expression of national appreciation for distinguished achievements and contributions by individuals or institutions. Dating back to the American Revolution, the Congressional Gold Medal and the Presidential Medal of Freedom are the highest civilian awards in the United States.

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and Republican colleagues in the Senate: Let’s pass this bill and give the Ghost Army heroes the highest honor we can.”

Rick Beyer, president of the citizen nonprofit group “Ghost Army Legacy Project,” sees Tuesday’s vote as a major milestone in the

long effort to win recognition for the little-known military operation. “Now we turn to the Senate, where the Gold Medal legislation, S. 1404, already has 16 co-sponsors, but needs 51 more to be SEE GHOST ARMY, PAGE 21

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By Cindy Thomas, Staff Writer For many people, summer offers more time for activities, as well as a need for children’s activities while parents work.

Others want to hone their skills in gardening and other outdoor pursuits, or just get out and socialize after winter (and hopefully moving toward postCovid).

Area libraries can help with those needs and goals! Both Taneyhills Library and Stone County Library have announced their summer reading programs. (See the Stone

County article in this issue and refer to their websites for more details.)

Stone County Library will also have special summer speakers through a partnership with the State Historical Society. Check out the following programs, geared toward adults, and mark your calendar: • Tuesday, June 1, 1 p.m., Connie Yen will present “Police Matrons in the Ozarks” at the Galena Branch.

• Monday, June 14, 1 p.m., Brooks Blevins will present “How to Talk Ozark in

Seven Simple Steps” at the Crane Branch.

• Tuesday, June 29, 1 p.m., Monica Palmer will present on the Boer Brother’s Historical Theaters at Galena.

Kimberling Area Library will host the next session in its garden program series on Wednesday, June 16, at 10 a.m. in the library community room.

Master Gardener Mary O’Brien from Omaha, Arkansas, will present “Cacti Crazy,” focusing on succulents. Defined as plants that can store water in their leaves, stems, or roots to withstand drought, succulents often grow naturally on sunny, rocky slopes and ledges. They are popular with gardeners because they tolerate the hot summers and variable winters of the Ozarks. Many also offer late summer and fall blooms

that provide nectar for butterflies, making them perfect additions to pollinator gardens.

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Read Around Town celebration held in Hollister

By Cindy Thomas, Staff Writer The grand finale for Read Around Town, sponsored by Parents as Teachers programs at Hollister and Kirbyville and area businesses, was held Tuesday afternoon, May 18, at Chad A. Fuqua Park in downtown Hollister. Rescheduled from the previous Saturday due to weather, the event celebrated families who completed the entire slate of reading activities. The celebration also included a ribbon cutting ceremony for the Little Free Library located at the park.

Read Around Town offered a fun way for families to introduce their toddlers, preschool and kindergarten children to the many ways reading is involved in daily life. Participating families completed an activity card based on finding familiar names, words and letters in “environmental print,” the signs that help community residents navigate errands, grocery

shopping, church attendance and other activities.

Families who completed their card were entered in prize drawings sponsored by local businesses, including restaurant gift cards and tickets to local fun family attractions. Other businesses provided gifts and reading incentives to families who visited the business location during the two-week activity.

Little Free Libraries offer another way to encourage reading.

The tiny libraries are located in neighborhoods and public spaces, and the basic concept is to bring a book and exchange it for another.

The park’s Little Free Library, a joint effort between The Track, the City of Hollister, and the Hollister School District, was completed last year. Although the celebration was postponed due to Covid and school closures, the library has been open, and Deputy City Administrator Denise Olmsted said

response has already been very good.

Often creatively designed to look like tiny buildings, the little libraries are fun to find on a walk or family outing. For a map of locations, visit https://littlefreelibrary.org.

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Registration opens for SMAC Summer Art Camps Submitted to Branson Globe Registration is now open for students throughout the area for this summer’s Southern Missouri Arts Connection (SMAC) art camps.

Four art camps will be offered and held at the SMAC Art Center, 7 Downing Street in Hollister. To find out more camp details and to register, go to www.smac-art.org/ art-camps. Thanks to a grant from the city of Hollister Parks Department, any Hollister child or youth will receive 50 percent off camp fees, although the camps are open to all area students living outside of Hollister, as well.

Two camp sessions will be the traditional weekday camps for children (ages 6-11) for which SMAC is known. The first session will run June 21-25, from 10 a.m. to 2:30

p.m. The second session will run July 12-16, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. In addition, SMAC is offering an art camp for teens (ages 1217) this year. Teen camp will run July 19-24, from 12-4 p.m. Area artist Lacey Finchum will conduct all three camps. She has planned out fun-filled age-appropriate camps that will take students on a creative journey of exploration through painting, sculpture, tiedye and more.

Also new this year will be an innovative camp for students (ages 7-12) who cannot attend tradi-

tional camp, Sunny Saturday Art Camp. It will be spread over three consecutive Saturdays, July 17, 24 and 31, from 9 a.m. to noon.

Artist and instructor Julie Zetina will lead this camp. She has planned projects in stained glass, mixed media robot art, catapults and flying machines. This camp is designed to let students’ imaginations soar to new heights through vision and execution.

All SMAC art camps provide a break for students from the doldrums of hot summer days and constant computer games. It is an

opportunity to try new things and find hidden talents. Camp is set up so that each student will succeed no matter their skill level or prior experience yet challenging enough to instill self-confidence and pride of accomplishment. After all the camps are completed, students may choose to exhibit their work in the August Youth Exhibit at

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considered,” he said. “There are only 11 surviving veterans of The Ghost Army, and we want to get this passed and signed into law while they are still with us. Their job was not to wage war but to deceive the enemy, but their contribution to the allied victory was just as important as the soldiers who fired their guns.”

Surviving Ghost Army veterans are scattered throughout the U.S., in Florida, Ohio, Utah, Illinois and New York. For more information see www.ghostarmylegacyproject. org.

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Click It or Ticket reminds you to buckle up, every trip, every time Submitted to Branson Globe Longer days and warmer weather mean summer fun is almost here. As you gear up for a weekend excursion or maybe even a road trip with family and friends, make sure everyone in the vehicle is buckled up for every trip.

The Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety is joining with state and local law enforcement May 24–June 6 in the national “Click It or Ticket” enforcement campaign to highlight the importance of buckling up. Along with wearing a seat belt, they want to remind motorists to slow down,

put the phone down, and never drive impaired.

“The simplest action that can save lives on Missouri roadways is an increase in seat belt use,” said Jon Nelson, chair to the executive committee. “If we all made it a point to buckle up every time we get in a vehicle, an estimated

240 lives could be saved each year in our state. There are simply too many risks to not do so.

We never know when we might encounter another driver who is traveling too fast, distracted or impaired.”

For 2020, preliminary data indicates 428 individuals killed in Missouri traffic crashes were not wearing their seat belt. It is the highest number of unbuckled fatalities in Missouri during the last five years and an 18% increase from the year before. Seat belt use in Missouri has consistently risen over the last two decades, but in 2020 that momentum was stopped.

“Last year was challenging in many ways, and that was certainly

true on our roadways,” said Nelson.

“We’re hopeful this campaign will remind all Missourians there are simple things we can all do to save lives. Seat belt use is at the top of the list.”

Missouri’s new strategic highway safety plan, Show-Me Zero, Driving Missouri Toward Safer Roads, identifies four key focus areas to help reduce traffic deaths, including the importance of seat belts, car seats and motorcycle helmets. Other focus areas in the plan include distracted driving, speeding and impaired driving. For more information on the Show-Me Zero plan, and to check out the Coalition’s new video promoting the plan, visit www.savemolives.com.

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‘Run For a Vet’ scheduled for June 12 at Dewey Short Visitors Center Submitted to Branson Globe “Run For a Vet,” sponsored

by Branson Veterans of America, takes place Saturday, June 12 at Dewey Short Visitor Center in Branson. This race helps to raise money for Veterans that are in need, whether it be for living, medical, or helping to purchase trac chairs to help disabled vets around. We also fund three scholarships for high school students coming out of high

school, three college scholarships for students attending college, and many different special projects that our chapter thinks of. Show your support to our veterans. Freedom isn’t free.

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Awards for 5K will be at 8:30 a.m.; half marathon awards will be after the last runner comes across the finish line.

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Branson’s ‘longest running tribute artist’ to appear at Hot Hits Theater Submitted to Brasnon Globe Branson has been the host of countless “reunions,” and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 30, one more will be added to that list. A special reunion concert featuring members of the original cast of Elvis and the Superstars will be performed at the

Hot Hits Theater, 206 South Commercial St. in Branson. This show based in Branson, Missouri, since 1993, was billed as the Ultimate Superstar Tribute Show starring Dave “Elvis” Ehlert. Singer, actor, author Ehlert has been featured on “Oprah,” Network TV and the Legends show

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er’s International Hall of Fame. In addition to performing in 44 states, Dave has performed in Mexico and Canada as well as on a cruise ship in international waters. From 19942012 he operated the first theater ever built in the tourist mecca Branson, MO. There, he widened his act to include tributes to many other characters including Tom Jones, Neil Diamond, Liberace, Willie Nelson, Conway Twitty, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Nat King Cole, Ray Charles, Hank Williams and many more.

In 2004, he was “drafted” into the role of Mark Twain when the scheduled performer was unable to make it. He had one week to gather all the Twain background he could find and then walked on stage in full character, cigar in hand. For the first time in over 30 years, Dave felt something different on stage. He felt very nervous!

He looked out at the audience and remained silent for two solid minutes.

Then, as Mr. Twain himself said of his own first lecture, “I began to speak.”

And speak he did—performing six Twain programs a week for the first year in Branson and then taking Twain on the road to theatres and libraries across the country in 38

states. He has become absorbed in everything Twain. This is indicated in comments on Dave’s performance made by Professor Ben Click who teaches Twain studies at St. Mary’s College in Maryland. “What I found most refreshing is that you clearly had absorbed the essence of Twain’s words, and rather than just repeat them, you found refreshing contexts in which to put them. It’s obvious that you embrace your subject. One other comment I would make is that your audience was completely engaged in watching and listening to you.”

In 2011, Dave was researching Twain’s involvement in the Civil War through a lecture series from Yale University’s Professor David Blight and became engrossed in the character of Abraham Lincoln. He then came up with a program dealing with the Civil War from two very different perspectives—Abe Lincoln, the Great Emancipator and Commander-in-Chief of the Union, and Mark Twain, a Confederate deserter, son of a slave owner.

Ehlert and other original cast members will take the stage on Sunday, May 30 at 2 p.m. For tickets and info, contact the box office at Hot Hits Theater, 417-337-7426.

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New SMAC exhibit celebrates the ‘Things We Love’ Submitted to Branson Globe The Southern Missouri Arts Connection (SMAC) will show the artwork of local nature artist, Mary Arneson, in a new exhibit at the Branson Underground Gallery, within the SMAC Art Center June 4-30.

The exhibit, titled “The Things We Love,” is a collection of Arneson’s favorite things— what she enjoys and feels her with wonder. An opening night reception will be held on June 4, from 6-9 p.m. The exhibit and the reception are both free and open to the public.

“Many continue talking about

the pandemic and the issues our country is still facing,” she said. “But we must also make time to seek, share and enjoy all the wonderful things we love. That was the inspiration for my exhibit—the need to find the joy in life once again.”

Arneson is a self-directed artist who began her adventure as a painter while living at the base of Pike’s Peak in Colorado. Now residing in a forest north of Forsyth, she draws inspiration from the many species of birds and wildlife that surround her. She considers herself a contemporary artist

Randy Plummer shares Branson history during ALG TV special

Submitted to Branson Globe Branson entertainer Randy Plummer, and Doug Thompson of BDS Productions announce an upcoming TV special, Stories That Matter, on ALG Gospel Network.

“We’ll be talking about the past 50 years since I first came to Branson with my parents, Darrell and Rosie Plummer, and soon

after opening the third family show on Branson’s Highway 76 called The Plummer Family Country Music Show,” Plummer said. Stories That Matter will air June 1 at 9 p.m., June 2 at 7:30 p.m. June 3 at 9 p.m., and June 4 at 6:30 p.m. on ALG on ROKU, or stream it anytime at ALG.ROCKS.

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with a touch of realism. She paints what she sees, feels and loves—all aspects of nature.

Her work can be seen on her website at www.Brush-It-On. com and on Facebook @ArtToTreasure. Arneson has a private studio at the SMAC Art Center and often paints live at local festivals and art events.

Southern Missouri Arts Connection (SMAC), a 501(c) (3) nonprofit local center of creativity, art education, innovation, and community partnership, strives to improve the quality of life in southern Missouri by connecting individuals with the arts, for the benefit of all.

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Three College of the Ozarks baseball Bobcats recognized as NCCAA Scholar Athletes Submitted to Branson Globe The National Christian College Athletic Association has announced the Baseball Scholar-Athletes for the 2021 season. In order to achieve NCCAA Scholar-Athlete recognition, students must be of junior or senior status, a

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