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June 25, 2021 • Vol. 2, Issue 72

Branson gets $5 million wastewater flood wall grant

INSIDE:

PAGE 9: Hollister celebrates new police, public works facility

A sheriff’s department truck was one of many vehicles in the Light Run Parade. (Photo courtesy of Alethea Gillogly/Captured Moments Photography)

Light Run Parade honors law enforcement PAGE 19: Writers Artists Night draws crowd

WEATHER...page 21

Another hot, humid weekend with showers & storms likely.

By K.D. Michaels, Staff Writer Law enforcement officers from around the region lined up at the Branson Landing last weekend for the 2021 Light Run Parade.

The parade, a highlight of Branson’s Law Enforcement Week, featured approximately 40 vehicles, each driven by law en-

forcement personnel, making the trek down the promenade at the Branson Landing, beginning at Belk and ending at the Bass Pro Shop. Included in the procession were police cars, trucks, SUVs and motorcycles.

Hundreds of spectators lined the sidewalks of the Branson

Landing to enjoy this unique experience.

The parade, led by a banner and bagpipe players, was followed by the reading of the names of fallen officers, as well as a moment of silence.

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By Gary J. Groman, Independent Writer At its June 22, 2021 meeting, the Branson Board of Aldermen (Board) passed a resolution accepting a grant from the Missouri Department of Economic Development Community Development Block Grant Program to design and construct a flood wall at the Compton Drive Wastewater Treatment plant. The grant amount is $5,000,000 and will cover approximately 34.8% of the total projected project cost of $14,378,367.

The Block Grant Program Funding Approval for the flood wall states, “The project will include design and construction of a new 2,200 linear feet long flood wall.”

It will completely encompass the Compton Drive Wastewater Treatment Plant, be “approximately 12 feet above the current elevation and have two flood gates. The flood gates will be “open for normal ingress/egress in dry weather, SEE GRANT, PAGE 3

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Representative Seitz reflects on his first legislative session

By K.D. Michaels, Staff Writer Brian Seitz, Missouri Representative for District 156, has completed his first legislative session representing the Branson and Hollister area at our state’s capital. In a recent interview with the Branson Globe, Seitz shared some of the highlights of his freshman term in office.

Seitz, who was elected to represent our area last year began his first session as a member of the Missouri House of Representatives in January.

“Basically, the session runs from January through mid-March, unless the governor calls a special session,” Seitz explained. “So, I am up in Jefferson City four months out of the year, four or

five days a week, and I come back home on the weekends.”

As a Missouri lawmaker, Seitz joined 162 other representatives from around the state for his first legislative session. The annual meeting was successful, in Seitz’s opinion.

Submitted to Branson Globe With the Fourth of July celebrations quickly approaching, the Branson Police Department and Branson Fire Rescue would like to remind residents and visitors of the Branson ordinance regarding fireworks within the city limits and other important reminders when it comes to fireworks.

According to Branson Municipal Code Sec. 42-56, fireworks may be purchased in the city of Branson from June 20 through July 10; however, they can only be discharged from 7 a.m. to midnight on July 3 and 4, unless otherwise approved as a special

event. To read more regarding the seasonal discharge of fireworks, sales and displays, read the full Branson Municipal Code regarding fireworks.

Local neighborhood homeowners’ associations may have additional restrictions on fireworks. Contact your homeowners’ association representative to report any homeowners’ association violations.

The Branson Police Department would also like to remind community members to be considerate of animals and neighbors while shooting off fireworks and to always keep safety in mind. Animal owners

State Rep. Brian Seitz (FILE)

“Some of the highlights for me, in this first session, were some of the bills that I put through,” said Seitz. “One in particular was House Bill 1249, and that was an attempt to recognize PTSD as an occupational disease in first responders. That was part of the legislative agenda for both Branson and Hollister. I got that bill farther than any House Representative has done since they’ve been promoting that issue in the state government. I got it through two committees. It made it to the House floor. I was allowed to speak about it on the House floor, and it made it to the Senate, where, unfortunately, it got chopped off in the Conference Committee. But, I’ll be working on that again next

session. I’ll re-present that bill in a different form and see if we can get it even farther through the governmental process, to get it to the governor’s desk.”

Seitz continued, “I think it is very important for our first responders. Our police officers, firefighters and so forth come upon tragedies and things that the rest of us do not. We have a greater understanding of mental health than we did 20 or 30 years ago. Mental health is just as important as physical health, and if we can help our first responders, we should help. I think the suicide rate is 30% greater in first responders than it is for the rest of the country. It is a nationwide problem. I stood on the House floor at the microphone,

should take extra steps during this time to ensure the safety of their pets. This might include keeping pets secured in a quiet room during displays, talking to your vet about medications that can help, and making sure your pet is microchipped in case they get lost.

For more important firework safety tips, visit Branson Fire Rescue’s “Fireworks Celebrate Safely!” section on the city’s website.

For questions or to report any fireworks concerns, call 911or fill out a “Report a Crime” form on our website.

Submitted to Branson Globe The Branson Veterans of America (BVA) hosted their sixth annual “Run for a Vet” on Saturday, June 12, with 93 runners signing up for the 5K and half marathon run this year. Race directors Lee Steveson and Denise Greeno would like to say a special thank you to all the runners and volunteers who made this event so successful.

We had some wonderful sponsors this year to include: Branson Veterans Task Force, Motley Attorney at Law, Quilted Cow, IMAX

waiting to be heard, waiting to be called on by the Speaker for five hours, to speak for one minute and 20 seconds on this bill. So, I’m very passionate about it. I thought it was important that this issue needed to be heard.”

Another bill introduced by Seitz, early in the legislative session, was House Bill 952, dealing with the 1619 Project, and including an amendment regarding Critical Race Theory.

“Basically, some of the things that I did early on made that a hot-button issue, nationwide,” recalled Seitz. “I have been interviewed by Time Magazine, CBS news and so forth. So, I helped SEE SEITZ, PAGE 15

Police, fire departments remind of fireworks ordinance Run for a Vet 2021 a great success

Theater, Thrive Chiropractic, Nature’s Wonders, Golden Corral, Panera Bread, Chick-fil-A and Lowes of Hollister. This event would not have been possible without their assistance.

Our team has already started planning for 2022! Mark your calendars and save the date for June 11, 2022. If you would be interested in being involved as a volunteer or a sponsor with “Run for a Vet 2022”, please reach out to Lee Steveson, race director, 573-286-6399.

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and closed during flood events.”

In making the staff report for this item, Jamie Rouch, the Finance Director for the City of Branson, points out that this is the second grant received for this project. The city has already received a Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery for $2,752,038. Of the $14,378,367 total estimated project cost, the city currently has Community Development Block Grants for $7,752,038.

Rouch said the city is in the final stages of securing a $3,000,000 grant through the Economic Development Administration. The total amount of grants for the project is $10,752,038 leaving approximately $3,626,329 of the total

estimated project cost remaining to be covered by either grants or “local cash.”

Kendall Powell, Interim Utilities Director for the City of Branson, said that the purpose of the wall is to protect the Compton Drive Wastewater Treatment Plant from a 100-year flood. He points out that in 2015 we came within inches of water getting into the compound and flooding necessary operating components, which would have made it inoperable.

Powell points out that the city has two wastewater treatment plants, the Compton Drive Plant and the Cooper Creek Plant.

The Cooper Creek Plant handles the wastewater south of Highway 76 and the Compton Drive Plant, the wastewater north of Highway 76. Currently, there is no way to switch the wastewater

load between the two plants. If the Compton Drive Wastewater Treatment Plant were to flood and become inoperable, it would have drastic environmental and economic impacts on the area north of Highway 76, including the entire north side of the Branson Strip.

During the exchange between Rouch and the Board, it was apparent that no actual construction on the flood wall would start until the project has been fully funded.

Rouch also points out that there are time limits within which the grant monies must be expended, or the city risks forfeiting the grant funding. The federal grant requires that 50% of the grant be expended “within six years of April 22, 2021, and 100% of its allocation within 12 years of April 22, 2021.”

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EMMA is a 2-year-old female. She is a little shy, and most of the time you can find her under her blanket. She enjoys being petted and especially loves having her chin and cheeks scratched.

With a little time and patience she will warm up quickly. She came in with her brother, Edward, who is also available.

CoxHealth announces VP of Community Hospital Group Submitted to Branson Globe As CoxHealth continues to strengthen its work in rural health care markets, the system is pleased to announce a new vice president of its Community Hospital Group (CHG) has been chosen to help coordinate those efforts.

Matthew Turner has been with CoxHealth since 2017 and currently serves as the System Director of Radiology. In his new role, Turner will serve as a liaison for system directors and CoxHealth’s community hospitals in Branson, Monett and Lamar.

He will work with presidents from CHG hospitals to track and manage key performance indicators, and also lead the therapy departments at those campuses. He will report to William Mahoney, president of Cox Medical Center Branson and Senior VP of CHG, who calls Turner a “perfect fit” for rural markets.

“Matt is a great guy who will bring a lot of wisdom to his new role,” Mahoney says. “We know he’ll help us keep our momentum going in rural areas, and we’re excited to watch him grow with us.”

Turner is goal-driven and ready to assume his new duties which begin July 26.

“I am honored and excited for this Community Hospital Group role,” he says. “In my time as System Director of Radiology, I have had the opportunity to collaborate with CHG campuses on a variety of initiatives, which were met with strong engagement and pride for quality patient care. I look forward to building additional relationships in CHG communities and advancing CoxHealth services.”

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Ozark Mountain Music Association to host bluegrass show

By Cindy Thomas, Staff Writer Ozark Mountain Music Association invites the community to a live bluegrass show Friday, July 2, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Weddings & Events at the Homestead, 262 Collins Road, Branson. The free show will take place in a large air-conditioned venue, and concessions will be available.

This yearly bluegrass show is the culmination of Ozark Mountain Music Association’s Annual Bluegrass Camp, which brings Ozarks musicians together with talented youth to pass on traditional bluegrass skills.

Campers will join their in-

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structors to form over 10 bands who will play short sets providing an exciting variety of entertainment.

Every year since 2006, the Ozark Mountain Music Association has endeavored to pass down traditional Ozarks music to another generation of musicians. Annual bluegrass and old-time music camps give opportunity for young musicians to be trained and inspired by experienced musicians. These young musicians develop a lasting kinship with mentors and friends while preserving the legacy of traditional music of the Ozarks.

In addition to next week’s bluegrass camp, Ozark Mountain Music is hosting its Old Time Music and Dance Camp, July 29–31 in Mountain View, Arkansas.

Campers ages 10 and up of

all skill levels participate in group and private lessons on fiddle, guitar, banjo, or bass, in addition to learning traditional Ozarks jig dance and square dance. Thanks to grant funding, new special pricing for camp and lodging is available this year.

(Campers traveling to Mountain View should plan to arrive the evening of July 28 and depart the morning of Aug. 1.)

For more information and to sign up for the Old Time Music and Dance Camp, visit the OMMA website, https:// w w w. o z a r k m o u n t a i n m u s i cassociation.com/, or the Facebook page, https://www. facebook.com/ozarkmountainmusicassociation. Contact director Wendy Wright, Ozarkmountainmusic1@ gmail.com or 417-631-2442, with questions.

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Will our selfishness enable the continued spread of COVID?

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.

OPINION

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By Gary J. Groman, a.k.a. The Ole Seagull An Ole Seagull would answer that question “Absolutely!” The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines “selfishness” as “The state of being selfish: a concern for one’s own welfare or advantage at the expense of or in disregard of others.” If that doesn’t describe the primary reason why the vast majority of people don’t get vaccinated, an Ole Seagull doesn’t know what does.

“Now hold on, Seagull, people have a lot of reasons why they don’t want to get vaccinated with the COVID vaccine. Does that make them selfish?” “Absolutely!”

True, people have all sorts of reasons why they don’t want to get vaccinated. However, a June 2, 2021, VOX.Com article, “The six reasons Americans aren’t getting vaccinated,” addresses six of the most popular, which evolves into a conclusionary theme. The theme is, “All of the reasons people provide for not getting vaccinated, from lack of access to conspiracy theories, share a common theme: A significant portion of Americans don’t believe the vaccines are worth the potential downsides.”

A June 16, 2021, KY3 news report (https://www.ky3. com/2021/06/16/COVID-cases-rise-missouri-areas-popular-among-tourists/s) points out the significant rise of COVID cases in southern Missouri. The report cites the same two primary reasons for the spread that most reputable health professionals do. The first is the failure of people to get vaccinated for

COVID. The second is the highly contagious “Delta Variant.”

According to a June 22, 2021, NPR.Com article, “Delta Variant Of The Coronavirus Could Dominate In U.S. Within Weeks,” this variant is spreading so quickly in the United States that “it’s likely the mutant strain will become predominant in the U.S. within weeks.”

The KY3 report states that while 52.6% of Americans “have initiated vaccinations,” the rates for Stone and Taney County are below 30%, with Taney County at 27.4% and Stone County at 28.4%. Steve Edwards, CEO of Cox Health, said, “We think that with the Delta variant here, those that aren’t vaccinated are just sitting ducks.”

According to the report, Edwards fears that things will get worse. “We have worries,” he said. “I hope we don’t hit our high water marks from this win-

ter where we had as many as 170 COVID-positive patients inhouse. But I don’t think we’ve hit our peak this summer yet, either.”

An Ole Seagull has to believe that most reasonable persons know that most of the continuing spread of COVID and its variants are caused by those who have not been vaccinated. That being the case, if not believing the vaccines are worth the potential downsides isn’t “a concern for one’s own welfare or advantage at the expense of or in disregard of others,” an Ole Seagull doesn’t know what is.

If not for yourself or your loved ones, for the welfare and health of others, please get the COVID vaccine as soon as possible. For more information, contact the Taney County Health Department at 417-334-4544 or through its website https://www.taneycohealth.org/covid19-vaccine/.

For the People: A city update from Branson Mayor Larry Milton Hello Friends, I want to thank you, our Branson residents, for beginning the process of taking back YOUR City Hall.

Your voices will be heard regarding the proposed changes to the animal ordinance that will be voted on by the board of aldermen. These types of decisions used to be made

by City Hall with limited public input. Your new mayor and board of

aldermen are hearing your voices loud and clear.

The city has finished its third and final town hall for the proposed changes to the animal ordinance.

Again, I want to thank everyone involved from the citizens to the city staff. These continue to be a great forum and opportunity to keep the citizens engaged in the process of municipal government and will be

used for numerous topics in the future.

Missouri Governor Mike Parson visited our area to give the keynote address at the Explore Branson annual “State of the State” address at Chateau on the Lake this past June 7. He took the time to highlight his top priorities of workforce and eduSEE FOR THE PEOPLE, PAGE 8

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Reflections: Jesus wants us to try

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By Cindy Thomas, Staff Writer Sometimes the Apostle Peter gets a bad rap. He’s the one who talks during the Transfiguration instead of enjoying the moment.

Swinging his sword in the Garden of Gethsemane could have gotten him the death penalty had it landed on a Roman soldier instead of a servant. Based on these hints at Peter’s character, the popular series “The Chosen” has brilliantly cast him as bold and impetuous, sort of Jesus’ self-appointed bodyguard. And of course, he declares he will follow Jesus no matter what—and doesn’t.

During Jesus’ trial, Peter denies knowing him.

Peter is also the only person other than Jesus to have walked on water.

Think about that for a minute.

In Matthew 14, the disciples head across the lake in a boat while Jesus stays behind for some prayer time.

Night falls, the lake is rough, and suddenly there’s Jesus, walking toward them on the water. Naturally, they’re frightened. Jesus reassures them it’s really him, but Peter has a request. “Lord, if it is You,” he says,

“Command me to come to you on the water.” Jesus doesn’t hesitate but tells him to come. Verse 29 says Peter got out of the boat and began walking toward Jesus on the water.

It’s easy to read that verse casually, or to focus on the next verse that says it didn’t go well—Peter got distracted by the wind and waves, started to sink, and was rescued by Jesus. But for a little while, Peter walked on water.

In reflecting on the passage, several things stand out to me. First of all, the guy actually walked on water. How cool is that! Also, Jesus didn’t reprimand him for his request.

Did Peter actually need further confirmation that it was Jesus and not a ghost? Maybe, but I like to think we’re just seeing another example of Peter’s impulsiveness, something like “Wow, I’ll bet I could do that if Jesus helps me!” And he did, until he took his eyes off Jesus.

We’re not told what conversation ensued after everyone was back in the boat, but maybe Jesus commended Peter for trying. Or maybe it was a teaching moment about staying focused on Jesus. Jesus knew Peter would continue to fail, but he also knew Peter would continue to be characteristically bold.

Jesus knew Peter would deny him, but he also knew Peter would later be empowered by the Holy Spirit

to preach a sermon that garnered 3,000 converts and become a pillar of the early Church. I find it reassuring that Jesus was there for Peter when he was succeeding and when he wasn’t. He gave Peter the boldness to try, but he helped him realize he needed help. When Jesus puts something on my heart, he wants me to try; he will rescue me when I fail and give me the perseverance to try again.

Breakfast at Tiffany’s: Justification through salvation

By Tiffany Brown, Staff Writer What is this world coming to?

This question is often asked in light of the depravity of humanity all around us. We are constantly inundated with news reports of crime, wars, racism and hatred.

The sin problem has been with us since the fall of man, and its effects demand that justice be served both on a human level and a spiritual level.

Most of us can probably say that we uphold the laws of our land for the most part. But what can we say when we look into the law of God? Can anyone measure up?

According to Romans 3:23, the answer is no. “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” If all have fallen short, then justice requires that all of us receive the penalty of our sinfulness. When God gave the law through Moses to the Israelites, He declared that all who did not carefully follow the letter of the law would be cursed (Deut. 28:15). So if all have fallen

short, then all of us are cursed as well according to scripture. We all stand condemned.

Is it possible then, to be in right standing before God? Not in our own efforts. Psalm 14:3 says, “There is none who does good, not even one.” Etzel and Small said, “The Old Testament Law revealed the righteous character of God. The Law was not able to change to the heart of humanity; it only revealed that humanity was incapable of faithfully following God (p. 198). The good news is that this righteous, holy, just God who stands in judgment over all of creation also loves his creation.

In Jeremiah 31:3, God said, “I have loved you with an everlasting love.” So in His love for fallen humanity, God chose to make a way for us to be justified before Him. That way was through Jesus Christ, His Son. “He made the One who did not know sin to be sin for us, so that we might become the righteousness of God in Him” (2

Cor. 5:21). “For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through Him” (John 3:17). Because of Jesus’s death on the cross, we are no longer condemned. We are justified. “There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus” (Romans 8:1).

To conclude his statement in Romans 3:23 that all have fallen short, Paul says that we “are justified by His grace as a gift, through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus, whom God put forward as a propitiation by his blood, to be received by faith” (vv. 24-25) “Justification is God’s action pronouncing sinners righteous in his sight; it is a forensic act imputing the righteousness of Christ to the believer” (Erickson, 364).

A wonderful picture of God’s plan to eradicate the curse of sin is in the prophetic dream mentioned in Zechariah 3. In the dream, Zechariah sees Joshua the high

priest standing before the angel of the Lord clothed in filthy garments. “So the angel said to those standing before him, “Take off his filthy clothes!” Then he said to Joshua, “See, I have removed your iniquity, and I will clothe you with splendid robes” (v. 4) He later points to the coming Messiah.

“For behold, I am going to bring my servant, the Branch....and I will remove the iniquity of this land in a single day” (vv. 8 b, 9 b).

As Christians we have the amazing privilege and honor of receiving God’s gift of justification from the curse of sin through the sacrifice of his only Son upon the cross.

It is “Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us” (Titus 3:5). Though we are called

by God to continue the work of becoming more like Him as a result of his gift of salvation (Matthew 5:48), we can rest assured that our past is forgiven and that there is no more cause for guilt. We stand

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innocent before our holy Judge because the righteousness of Christ has been imparted to us.

References: Millard J. Erickson, L. Arnold Hustad, ed. (2018).

Introducing Christian Doctrine.

Baker Publishing Group.

EtzelSmall (2020). Everyday Theology: Exploring the Christian Faith. B&H Academic.

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cation, infrastructure, stronger communities, health care and government reform. Governor Parson also stopped by City Hall and met with your mayor and city administrator where we discussed the importance of changing the way our state allocates funds to cities in Missouri.

The state allocates funds by the population of each community. For example, the state provides a certain amount of infrastructure funding for cities with less than 50,000 population, and a larger amount goes to cities with a population over 50,000. Branson has a population of approximately 12,000, so we receive a smaller amount of state funding. In reality, our infrastructure needs are for a population in excess of 100,000, based on our tourism numbers. Simply stated, Branson needs water, sewer, roads, etc. to accommodate our daily pop-

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ulation, not just the 12,000 full-time residents. Governor Parson is taking our concerns back to Jefferson City to address this imbalance of state allocation of infrastructure funds.

During the Governor’s visit, he also announced that Branson provides the second most tax dollars to our state, second only to Kansas City. This means that Branson contributes more tax dollars to our state than St. Louis, and Branson needs to be treated with the respect that we deserve when it comes to state-allocated funds.

Items of interest for the board of aldermen meeting held on June 22, 2021, included Parks Department tree removals, city campground Wi-Fi expansion, self-contained breathing apparatus for the fire department, and receiving one of the grants needed for the Compton wall project.

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Ribbon cutting celebrates new Hollister Police Department, Public Works

Surrounded by City of Hollister employees and Hollister Chamber members, Hollister Police Chief, Preston S. Schmidt, and Public Works Director, Kelly Burgess, cut the ribbon at the June 16 dedication and ribbon cutting ceremony for the new building. (Photo by Gary Groman)

By K.D. Michaels, Staff Writer A ribbon cutting event was held last week in Hollister as the city celebrated the opening of a new facility to house the Police Department and the Public Works

Department.

The new location features 9,500 square feet of office space and a maintenance building that is 10,800 square feet. The building project took approximately 13 months to complete. City employees moved into the facility on May 5.

The city’s new facility, located at 240 Hollister Pointe Drive, replaces the former Hollister Police Department on Gage Drive, and provides a permanent location for the Public Works Department, which was temporarily located at the Taney County Airport.

Hollister Deputy City Administrator Denise Olmstead explained the benefits of the new complex.

“Each building was designed for the work each department is tasked with to serve the community,” said Olmstead. “The building has many security features that allow the associates to work in a safe environment, and they have the necessary resources to be successful.

The office building is designed for the anticipated growth of each department, allowing for ease when it comes time to expand the

buildings. Vehicles are under a canopy, allowing them to be protected from the weather.”

Olmstead continued, “This facility stands as a stunning icon of progress, tangibly

demonstrating our community’s commitment to excellence as we step into the future. Thank you to the community for providing us the opportunity to build this amazing facility.”

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Seitz requests special session addressing Critical Race Theory in public schools Submitted to Branson Globe On Monday, June 14, 2021, Rep. Brian Seitz, R-Branson, sent a letter to Missouri Governor Mike Parson requesting that a special session be called to address the teaching of Critical Race Theory (CRT) in Missouri public schools.

Much of the curriculum known as “Critical Race Theory” has its roots in Marxist ideology, and teaches that most laws and systems in America are historically rooted in the racist oppression of

black people and other marginalized groups. It promotes the theory of implicit bias and inherent racism due to one’s skin color.

“Critical Race Theory is an insidious theory, which seeks to divide Americans based upon characteristics that they were born with – characteristics that they cannot change,” Seitz said.

“While race has played a role in American history, the proposition presented within Critical Race Theory that America was founded on racism and that a

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person’s race makes them “inherently” inclined to be either racist or oppressed is revisionist and without merit, at best and an outright lie, at worst. Allowing this type of curriculum to be taught to our children in Missouri public schools is unacceptable, and a stand must be taken against the dangerous path that some seem bent to set us on.”

During the 2021 Legislative Session, Seitz filed House Bill 952, which would have prohibited the use of curriculum that contained source material from The 1619 Project. The 1619 Project is currently the most visible aspect of CRT. Seitz noted that the Project seeks to reframe the foundation of America as one built on slav-

ery and oppression, as opposed to a foundation based on life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness for all.

“I received overwhelming support from Missouri citizens who have the logical desire to have their children taught the true history of America, which of course includes the good and the bad,” Seitz said. “They do not want their children taught they are an oppressor, or oppressed, based upon immutable characteristics. We must teach our children about the dark parts of our nation’s history so they are not repeated. However, these important historical facts must be viewed through the lens of truth, not revisionist bias.”

HB 952, which passed out of

committee, was not brought to the floor for debate.

“I believe the topic of CRT being viewed as “too controversial” by some in positions of power kept this urgent legislation from passing before the session ended,” added Seitz. “Other states have now taken action to restrict CRT in their schools and Missouri is falling behind. That is why I formally requested that Governor Parson call a special session to address the issue of CRT being taught in Missouri public schools.

Our children deserve leaders who will fight on their behalf, leaders who will fight this Marxist agenda and leaders who will fight for the future of our country, a future based upon the truth of our founding principles.”

Seasonal road striping operations underway Submitted to Branson Globe Road striping operations are in progress throughout the state, and the Missouri Department of Transportation is urging motorists to use caution when encountering work crews. Drivers may come upon slow moving caravans of trucks refreshing the lines on the roadway at various locations in the state through August.

The striping trains consist of three to five vehicles and can stretch over one-half mile while moving 8 to 12 mph. The trucks have flashing lights, boards with flashing arrows and signs that say, “SLOW VEHICLES” and “WET PAINT.” Crisp, easy-to-see striping is a significant safety feature on roadways.

MoDOT uses paint embedded with glass beads. The beads reflect headlight beams back in the direction of the motorist to make the stripes more visible, especially at night, wet road or low light conditions.

Scheduled striping operations are posted on MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map at traveler.modot.org.

The map is also available as a free app for Apple and Android devices.

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Skaggs Foundation donates screeners to school districts Submitted to Branson Globe School districts throughout Stone and Taney counties are now equipped with some of the latest technology to quickly and confidently identify student vision issues. During a special event today, Skaggs Foundation distributed 14 Plusoptix Vision Screeners to local school districts.

“We are so grateful to the Skaggs Foundation for the donation of these vision screeners for our students,” said DeAnna Newberry, RN, and head of

health services for the Branson School District. “These devices will provide us with better tools to perform a more thorough eye exam on our youngest students and allow us to diagnose areas of possible deficiencies. These screeners are game-changers for all of us in our mission to provide the best for our students.”

The Plusoptix Vision Screeners provide objective results at the time of screening which will allow school nurses to make immediate referrals if necessary.

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sensory information children receive comes through the visual process,” explained Pam Ruhoff, of Plusoptix. “Therefore, the attention we give to appropriate vision screening is critical for a child’s healthy and successful development. The Plusoptix Vision Screener has helped school nurses efficiently and effectively vision screen children for risk factors that may lead to amblyopia, otherwise known as lazy eye.”

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“It’s exciting to have this kind of technology available to us,” Blackwood said. “If a child cannot tell the difference between a “T” and an “F,” for example, it’s going to greatly impact their learning.”

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“We are absolutely honored to be able to provide this kind of equipment to our local schools,” said Grants Committee Chairman Nita Jane Ayres. “When we think about how this will not only help nurses do their work more efficiently and effectively, but about the children whose vision issues might go undetected by the eye chart screening method, we knew we needed to get these into all of the districts.”

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City of Hollister and Taneyhills Library work together to get library cards for Hollister residents Submitted to Branson Globe Thanks to a partnership between the City of Hollister and Taneyhills Library, you may be eligible to receive a free library card!

To qualify, you must have at least one child in your household under the age of 18 and hav e a Hollister zip code. If you meet both of these criteria—and have not had a Taneyhills Library card recently—the City of Hollister will pay for a one-year membership.

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The library is open Monday - Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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start the national dialogue on these issues. The 1619 Project is basically something that was put out in 2019 by the New York Times, a series of articles dealing with the revision of history, in my opinion, saying that the foundation of our nation did not begin in 1776, but began when slavery started in the Americas in 1619, which is very disingenuous, because slavery has been a worldwide issue, basically since creation. The 1619 Project tried to redefine the American narrative with a political agenda, saying that capitalism is bad, our healthcare system is racist, even our foods and our road system have their creation in race.”

“We added an amendment dealing with Critical Race Theory,” Seitz continued. “Critical Race Theory says if you’re born with lighter

skin (i.e., white) or something like that you are inherently an oppressor, and if you’re born with darker skin, you are inherently – based on the color of your skin – you are oppressed. As far as I am concerned, that is the exact opposite of what Martin Luther King Jr. was trying to present, in that we should all be seen and judged based on our character and so forth, not the color of our skin. Critical Race Theory and the 1619 Project are being presented in schools. I don’t think it’s being done in Branson or Hollister, yet.

But, it has gotten as far as Springfield. To teach a small child that they are inherently a racist based on the color of their skin, or inherently oppressed, is racism in and of itself, and I am leading the charge, both in the statehouse and am one of the people, nationally, to stop that from happening.”

Other bills introduced by Seitz were House Bill 1145, which would allow the Missouri House to review executive orders, as to whether they were or were not deemed constitutional, House Bill 857, prohibiting limits on freedom of religion and the right to assemble, and HB 1087, creating provisions related to COVID-19.

In his first session in the Missouri

House, Seitz has formed bonds with many of his colleagues.

Said Seitz, “I get along with everybody up there. Relationship is the name of the game. It takes 82 votes to pass any legislation. So you have to have 82 out of 163 representatives on the same sheet of music, and that means breakfast, lunch and dinner. In fact, I gained 12 pounds while up at the statehouse, getting

June 25, 2021 • 15 to know my fellow representatives, building bridges of commonality.

We have a Republican super-majority in the House, but I have had to readjust, mentally, as to what a Republican actually is. I am a Republican’s Republican. But there are Republicans with slightly different views. We believe in right-to-life.

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Hollister schools name new show choir director Submitted to Branson Globe The Hollister R-V School District announces that they have chosen Mrs. Lauren Reedy as their next show choir director for the 2021-2022 school year. Mrs. Reedy will also serve as the Hollister High School and Middle School Choir Director.

Mrs. Milleson comes to Hollister from Cassville Schools where she has served in the choir department for three years. During her time in Cassville, the show choir has had many positive results at various competitions. Mrs. Reedy has had a student accepted in the Missouri All-State Choir, and many students participate in the State Solo/Small Ensemble Competition.

“We are excited to have Mrs. Reedy on the Hollister team,” says Dr. Jared Terry, HHS Principal. “Mrs. Reedy has a heart for kids, and we believe that she will bring experience and excitement to the program. We are looking forward to seeing our choir program excel under her leadership.”

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With family already in the Hollister area, Reedy and her husband Kyle are looking forward to the opportunity to move closer to their family and join the Hollister community. They have a daughter Emma, who is two, and they are expecting the arrival of their daughter, Faye, in August.

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What are you reading this summer?

By Cindy Thomas, Staff Writer What is everyone reading this summer? If your answer is “nothing,” there’s no shame; many people are so glad to see Covid-related restrictions starting to relax that they’re focusing on outdoor activities or finally taking a vacation. But some of us always tuck a book into our picnic basket, beach bag, or carry-on, or maybe download an audio book.

I’ll start (Cindy). I’m finally reading a book

I’ve had for a while, “Talk to Me,” by Dean Nelson, Ph.D., about how to get great interviews! Next on my list is Strauss & Howe’s “The Fourth Turning,” about cycles of history. And I just ordered “The Lost Book of Herbal Remedies” – might as well learn to stay well naturally! I’m also getting ready to start Jennie Allen’s “Get Out of Your Head” with the Proverbs 31 online Bible study group. (Yes, it’s okay to have more than one thing

going and okay if it takes a while to finish all of them!

And study groups are a good way to enjoy them with other people.)

Here are a few responses I received about what people are reading, have recently read, or plan to read soon: Phil Thomas, Galena music teacher – “Give Me Wings: How a Choir of Former Slaves Took on the World” by Kathy Lowinger.

“I found this in my dad’s stuff after he passed away last fall. It’s really given me a lot of insight into what slaves went through.”

KD Michaels, Globe staff writer – “I’m re-reading the “Left Behind” series for the third time!”

Marla Woodmansee, Dr. Marla Ministries – “What If You Could? Find Faith in

the Face of Fear” by Jackelyn Viera Iloff. “This awesome book encourages one to look at possibilities and increase their faith!”

Tiffany Brown, Globe staff writer – “I’m reading for college classes, so as for reading simply for enjoyment, that’s not happening!” Her school list sounds interesting and timely, though, especially “Christian Worldview” by Philip Graham Ryken.

Joshua Heston, State of the Ozarks editor – “I’m currently reading “The Name of the Wind” by Patrick Rothfuss, “Bulfinch’s Mythology: Stories of Gods & Heroes” by Thomas Bulfinch, and re-reading “The Call of Cthulhu and Other Stories” by H. P. Lovecraft.” (No surprise that an

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Janet Steinkamp, Globe editor – She has a whole list to tackle! “Enemies in Love: A German POW, a black nurse, an unlikely romance,” by Alexis Clark; “Untamed” by Glennon Doyle; “The Four Winds”

by Kristin Hannah; “Caroline (Little House, Revisited)” by Sarah Miller; “The Book of Lost Friends” by Lisa Wingate; and “The Rural Diaries” by Hilarie Burton Morgan are just a few.

(Do I see some guest posts for Reader ’s Corner in the future?)

Perhaps this list has given our readers some inspiration to select a book and read. If you’re already reading something good, we’d love to hear from you!

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State of the Ozarks Writers Artists Night 2021 held in Hollister

Submitted to the Branson Globe State of the Ozarks again hosted Writers Artists Night on June 19 at the Chad A. Fuqua City Park in downtown Hollister. The annual event, part of the Downing District schedule since 2016, offers regional writers and artists a unique opportunity to collaborate.

“I don’t know of another event quite like this one,” said Joshua Heston, event founder and editor-in-chief of StateoftheOzarks.net, the online magazine based in Hollister which hosts the event. “We work hard to curate a wide variety of regional writers’ works with Ozarks artists, asking the artist to ‘create original work in some way inspired by the written word.’”

The art is placed on display for the event, and participating writers and artists are invited to

present throughout the evening.

A jury panel is assembled to award prizes for multiple categories. “It is our goal to create the best possible environment for writers and artists alike,” noted Heston. “I have come to think of the event as a once-ayear snapshot of our region’s soul.”

Participants agreed, as shown by some of their comments: “I love that the venue is outside, surrounded by trees and bird songs giving way to stars and moonlight. I appreciated every single person’s contribution to making the event a celebration of collaboration and personal uniqueness.” — Julie Zetina “State of the Ozarks Writers Artists Night is a highlight of the year for me. The artist gets to interpret the writing. And the best part is we get to present our creative endeavors before a live

audience which makes us all stars for the evening!” — Mary Arneson “It’s a great way to meet other local writers and artists. There is just so much talent around here!” — Lacey Finchum Over the course of the evening, 50 disparate pieces were presented. Of those, a jury panel consisting of Hayden Head, J. Allen Tucker, Noah Bray, Christine Riutzel, Mary Evelyn Tucker and Jared Houle chose the following winners: • Best Writer: Cindy Thomas • Best Writer Honorable Mentions: Georgia Griffith, Lindel Gore • Best Artist: Mary Arneson • Best Artist Honorable Mentions: Brent Holland, Lacey Finchum • Best Presentation: Tom Emery • Best Presentation Hon-

Attendees enjoy the annual event (Photo courtesy State of the Ozarks)

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orable Mentions: Dalton Quick, Betsey Mae Graves Best Craftsmanship: Julie Zetina Best Craftsmanship Honorable Mention: Chris Boyd Best Writer / Artist Collaboration: Lindel Gore with Janelle Patterson

Gift bags which included a variety of Hollister Farmers Market wares and Vintage Paris coffee were awarded to all winners.

For more information about State of the Ozarks, including how to participate in Writers Artists Night and other special events, visit http://stateoftheozarks.net/showcase/.

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Submitted to Branson Globe The Hollister R-V School District presented retiring food service director, Thursey Bray, the Community Spotlight Award for June at their recent school board meeting.

Thursey Bray is retiring from her position as the district’s food service director on June 30 after 26 years of service to the district.

During the COVID-19 school shut down, Bray and her staff worked tirelessly to ensure that the students of the Hollister R-V School District continued to receive nutritional breakfast and lunches. According to Hollister’s Assistant Superintendent of District Operations, Dr. Sean Woods, during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, Bray and her team were preparing approximately 3,000 meals per week for Hollister students. “When I called Thursey with this crazy idea of bagging meals and taking them out into the community to feed our students multiple times a week, every week, while we were

Chris Kaempfer, left, Hollister BOE member, and Thursey Bray (Special to Branson Globe)

shut down, she simply responded, ‘Don’t worry Dr. Woods, we’re going to take care of them,’” Woods says. “That’s always been her approach to everything she does. Her servant’s heart and all she has done over the last 26 years to take care of our students and their families, makes her very deserving of the Community Spotlight Award.”

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‘The Point,’ College of the Ozarks student-produced newscast, receives professional awards Submitted to Branson Globe The College of the Ozarks student-produced newscast, “The Point,” recently received 11 college media awards for work produced in 2020.

The Missouri Broadcast Educators Association and Region 7 of the Society of Professional Journalists (which includes the colleges and universities in Missouri, Nebraska, Iowa and Kansas) announced the winners of this year’s college media competition for work produced in 2020.

Erin Hayes, professor of the practice of journalism and media, expressed pride and appreciation for her students’ hard work and integrity as budding journalists.

“Our student journalists have worked so hard in this unusual year, and it is deeply gratifying to see their hard work honored by industry professionals,” Hayes said. “The world needs an infusion of honest, ethical, capable journalists, and this group of students at “The Point” fits that description perfectly. They have a reverence for the truth. They care deeply about the stories they cover, and they are committed to helping their student colleagues achieve their very best. I am immensely proud of

them.”

Missouri Broadcast Educators Association (MBEA) Awards • First Place Scriptwriting News: “COVID and First Responders” - Verve Reposar, junior video production major, from Walnut Shade, Missouri • First Place Feature News Story: “John Gill” – Avery Reed, senior journalism major, from Belleville, Illinois • First Place News Show Non-Recurring: “Christmas Edition” Avery Reed; Lizzie Miller, senior journalism major, from Millington, Tennessee; Karsten Armstrong, junior history major, from Worthington, Minnesota • Second Place Scriptwriting News: “Church During Cov id” - Avery Reed • Second Place Hard News Story: “9/11” – Verve

ism major, from Berryville, Arkansas; Nathan Jeffries, senior video production major, from Trimble, Missouri The MBEA Awards were created to showcase individual accomplishments and group projects from Missouri college students. The Missouri Broadcast Educators Association exists to encourage and coordinate educational and instructional activities related to broadcast education to have the greatest possible effect on broadcast education in Missouri. (https:// mbea.us/)

Reposar; Nate Hankins, senior journalism major, from Jackson, Missouri; Jackson Bliss, junior video production major, from Point Lookout, Missouri; Olivia Best, junior journalism major, from Berryville, Arkansas • Second Place (tie) Hard News: “COVID Guidance” – Savannah Hampton, senior journalism major, from Allendale, Michigan Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ), Region 7 Awards • Winner (First Place) Television Feature Reporting: “Tony Melendez” – Ethan Harrison, senior video production major, from Mountain Grove, Missouri; Nate Hankins, Jackson Bliss, Verve Reposar • Winner (First Place) Broadcast Feature Videography: “Virtual Homecoming” – Verve Reposar, Olivia Best; Sarah Best, senior journal-

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Midwest Rotarians raising funds to aid Sri Lankan hospitals Submitted to Branson Globe As COVID-19 infections continue to rise in many countries, some are experiencing shortages of oxygen concentrators and other important hospital equipment. One such country is Sri Lanka, where the health system is quickly reaching its practical

limits. Sri Lankans now living in the U.S. are coming forward to support their country of origin, where many still have friends and family. One group actively raising funds to ship supplies to Sri Lanka is the Sri Lanka Association Midwest, an affiliate of Rotary International.

Rotary International is an international service organization whose stated purpose is to bring together business and professional leaders to provide humanitarian service and advance goodwill and peace around the world. It is a non-political and non-religious organization open to

all. Branson resident Rienzie Wannithantri, past president of a club in Sri Lanka District 3220 and a member of Sri Lanka Association Midwest, reached out to the Globe for assistance in raising awareness of this serious global need.

Funds will be distributed through partnerships with SL Covid Task Force, Sri Lanka Army, SL Medical Council, and Missions in Sri Lanka. Customs clearance is already in place, and the goal is to ship two to three containers of equipment and supplies including oxygen concen-

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SATURDAY, JULY 3, 2021 @ 10AM

HUGHES BROTHERS THEATRE | 3425 HWY 76, BRANSON, MO Kick off your Independence Day weekend with the most patriotic event in Branson! Experience this fast-paced, interactive tour of the U.S. Constitution and discover real, historical reasons to celebrate America & her birthday!

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Branson U. to host July 3 ‘Liberty Lecture’

By Cindy Thomas, Staff Writer Liberty Lectures of Branson announces “This is U.S.,” an inspiring patriotic event for the whole family, to be held Saturday, July 3, at 10 a.m. at the Hughes Brothers Theatre, 3425 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson. Don’t miss this fastpaced, interactive tour of the U.S. Constitution where you’ll discover real, historical reasons to celebrate America and Independence Day. Liberty Lectures is part of Branson U., which works under the motto of “Learn, Lead, Love” to encourage Bransonians to learn how local government works, get involved, and contribute actively to a successful, loving community. Liberty Lectures, originally founded by Cindy Hughes, offers educational opportunities promoting patriotism and involvement to a broader audience, including surrounding area communities and Branson’s many visitors.

Guest speaker for “This is U.S.” is speaker and author Bill Norton. Norton has spent over 15 years with the National Center for Constitutional Studies, traveling to over 40 states, including two state legislatures, to present educational materials about the Constitution. A former chairman of the Arizona State Constitutional Commemoration Committee, he is the co-founder of Constitution Week USA, the largest celebration of the Constitution in the nation, and a recipient of the George Washington Honor Medal from the Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge.

Pearl Haining, director of marketing and events for Branson U., said the July 3 presentation is designed to address the lack of education about

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the Constitution, since many Americans have only studied a few highlights and often hear things out of context. Norton will take participants through the Constitution in a way that will equip them to share the knowledge with others and answer questions about why we should be proud to be Americans. “Branson already attracts a lot of patriotic folks,” said Haining. “It’s our hope that this special event will help them be better prepared to speak up in their own communities.”

Admission to the lecture is $18, with ages 12 and under admitted free and family passes for more than four, just $76. Haining said the lecture is designed to appeal to families. Although not specifically geared toward kids, it is interactive and engaging, and elementary school kids around eight to 12 years of age will definitely benefit.

Hughes Brothers Theatre is offering an opportunity for families to make a day of it along with the lecture with an afternoon of fun including a cookout, followed by a special show. Call the box office at 417-334-0076 for pricing and information.

Email the word “Tumbler” to: Info@BransonCerakote for a chance to enter our Tumbler Giveaway.

We’re giving away 10 Polar Camel stainless steel tumblers with your business logo engraved.

We will be drawing a winner on July 4th on YouTube Live!

Giveaway is for 10 Polar Camel 20 oz. powder coated stainless steel tumblers. We will laser engrave your business logo on these tumblers for free so that you can advertise your company!

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A Taney County treasure: Kelly’s World Famous in Kirbyville Submitted to Branson Globe These questions you may be asking yourself: Why Kelly’s?

Why Kirbyville?

Kelly’s World Famous is the ultimate one-stop family shop for all your healthy living lifestyle needs.

When visiting Kelly’s in

Kirbyville, which is five miles from downtown Branson on East Highway 76, the first thing you will be happily surprised at is everything you need is right there: grass fed meat, organic fruits and vegetables, organic and pure self-care and cleaning products, vitamins, supplements, CBD oil

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and essential oils.

When you shop at Kelly’s, the best part is that the tax rate is only 3.35% on groceries and 6.35% on supplements compared to more than 10% in Branson. If you are Taney County residents, you will receive a 15% discount daily on supplements, and every first Tuesday of the month, all supplements are 25% discounted and 15% for other items. Do the math and anyone can see that by driving the five miles to Kirbyville your average savings can be up to 20% or more; on the first Tuesday of the month up to 30% or more.

A real treat!

Kelly’s World Famous offers a healthy option for your body and your wallet! We have only the best health items. Kelly’s also has a whole line of his own products, especially Kelly’s World Famous Australian Oil of Eucalyptus for pain relief; check this product out when you are at Kelly’s Store. Open daily Monday Friday (10 a.m. - 6 p.m.); Saturday (10 a.m. – 2 p.m.). Kelly’s accepts EBT and bulk discount order for picking up.

Mark your calendar July 10 — celebrating 10 years in business in Kirbyville with entertainment, food, prizes, swap meet and raising money for nonprofit organization, Answer to Prayer. Call 417-335-2001 for more details.

Thank you for reading the

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but there are some differences after that. I voted no on several tax issues that came down the pipe, especially as we came out of the pandemic.

I don’t believe the government needs more of our money, so I voted no on those. I am also a small limited-government Republican, and some of my fellow House members are not. In the House, I am known as the rightest of wings.”

As for what the next session holds, Seitz said, “I’m going to file some more pro-life legislation. I also want more money for our area. We are a draw for tourism in the state. People come from all over to Branson, Missouri. I would like to see more of the tax dollars that are generated here that are sent to the state come back to Branson. That doesn’t mean a tax increase to get those monies, but more money appropriated from available funds to come back, to pay for the infrastructure.

We receive infrastructure funding based on the fact that we’re a town of less than 20,000 people, but we’re not. We’re a town of, in any given year, seven to nine million people. So, our infrastructure has to be taken care of, and I think we can allocate funds, if they will see us in that way, so that more money will come back to Branson. I would like to see

those tourism dollars come back because we are an economic driver for our state.”

“I’m also going to be filing more Second Amendment legislation.

The things that are happening on a federal level could affect us on a state level,” noted Seitz. “We passed, and I fully supported the Second Amendment Preservation Act that should be signed by the governor in August. But, we can go even farther in protecting our rights. I filed a lot of COVID-19 legislation that allowed for freedom and liberty and letting people make their own choices. I will be filing a bill that restricts federal and state government in the way they respond to emergency situations. We obviously need help sometimes from state government. But also, I’m for limited government.”

Seitz, who represents Branson, Hollister, Merriam Woods, Rockaway Beach, parts of Walnut Shade, and a portion of Kirbyville says that the response from the community to his work in Jefferson City has been overwhelmingly positive so far.

“There are people that come up to me constantly, saying ‘Good job. We’re behind you. We are praying for you.’” I get a good amount of emails and letters from the area, encouraging me on what I’m doing up there. When I am in Jefferson City, I get there most

days at 6 a.m. or before, and I leave most nights at 6 p.m. I was one of the first to arrive and one of the last to leave. That was for the people. I’m not in it for the financial gain. But, I’m here to represent the community, and I think I’m doing a good job of that.

“We’ve been known as a conservative hot bed. We’re the belt buckle of the Bible belt, and I’d love to continue to represent us in

that manner. I want to continue to represent Branson, Hollister and the surrounding community in the way that we portray ourselves, and that’s God, family and country. That’s the way I represent us up there.

When asked what he’s doing in his time off, Seitz noted, “There is no down time. I manage the Splash Car Wash on Gretna Road.

Plus, there’s always a meeting, al-

June 25, 2021 • 25 ways a gathering. There is always something going on. I’m in the community, and I think it’s very important to be visible. As far as down time, there isn’t any, and there won’t be for the next eight years.”

And, what will Seitz do at the end of those eight years? He answered, “Is there a thought about running for Senate in eight years?

I’ll let you know first!”

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1630 Fork introduced to American dining by Governor Winthrop 1678 Venetian Elena Cornaro Piscopia is awarded a doctorate of philosophy from the University of Padua, 1st woman to receive a university doctoral degree or PhD 1876 Battle of the Little Bighorn: US 7th Cavalry under Brevet Major General George Armstrong Custer wiped out by Sioux and Cheyenne warriors led by Chiefs Crazy Horse and Sitting Bull in what has become famously known as “Custer’s Last Stand” 1903 Boston Beaneater Wiley Piatt is only 20th-century pitcher to lose 2 complete games in one day, falling to Pittsburgh 1-0 & 5-3 1929 US President Herbert Hoover authorizes building of Boulder Dam (Hoover Dam) 1938 “A Tisket A Tasket” by Ella Fitzgerald with Chick Webb hits #1 1947 1st version of Anne Frank’s diary “Het Achterhuis” published in The Netherlands 1950 North Korea invades South Korea, beginning the Korean War 1967 First global satellite television program “Our World” broadcast featuring 19 acts representing 19 nations including The Beatles singing “All You Need is Love” 1982 Science-fiction film “Blade Runner”, directed by Ridley Scott, starring Harrison Ford and Rutger Hauer, is released 1984 Prince releases his “Purple Rain” album 1991 Martina Navratilova wins record 100th singles match at Wimbledon, beating Elna Reinach of South Africa 4-6, 6-2, 6-4 in the 1st round

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‘Saturday Morning Favorites’

Word find from Beck Museums of Branson R A P V I M U O S N E E H E A • • • • • • • • •

H O P A L O N G C A S S I D Y

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ROY ROGERS LONE RANGER BUGS BUNNY FELIX THE CAT MIGHTY MOUSE TOM AND JERRY YOGI BEAR TOP CAT HOPALONG CASSIDY

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1. Grapes will catch fire in the microwave 2. There are almost 8 million possible seven-digit phone numbers per area code 3. Spaghetto, confetto and graffito are the singular forms of spaghetti, confetti and graffiti.

4. McDonald’s once created bubblegum-flavored broccoli.

Yeah, it failed.

June 25, 2021 • 27 5. The average U.S. household has 300,000 things in it.

6. The first item sold on eBay was a broken laser pointer.

7. HELP WANTED: Japan is suffering from a ninja shortage 8. Shakespeare invented more than 1,700 words...like moonbeam, bedroom, eyeball, and champion.

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DEADLINE FOR FRIDAY’S PAPER: Wednesdays @ 10 a.m.

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CELEBRATE RECOVERY is a place to heal from your hurts, habits, and hangups. We meet every Tuesday night at 6:30 PM at Music City Centre, 1839 West 76 Country Blvd., Branson. For more information call 417–3202055 See you there!

NOTICES

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

417-334-9100 NOTICES

GARAGE SALES

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.

PARKING LOT SALE at 300 W. Hensley, Branson on Saturday, June 26. Microwave, sanders, multi-speed bicycle, Stampin Up and paper craft items, push lawn mower, 13 cf chest freezer, home decor and other misc items.

FOR SALE

PAPARAZZI JEWELRY $4 per set and $3.50 for single rings and bracelets. I have more than what’s pictured Call 417-2312850.

Need to advertise without spending a fortune?

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

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CLEANING SERVICES OFFERED for residential, resort, condo and construction clean up.

Serving all of the Tri-Lakes area.

Call Tina or Chuck, 417-5939400/417-216-5980.

TO ENSURE THE BEST RESPONSE TO YOUR AD...

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SERVICES OFFERED

LOCAL JUNK AND BRUSH REMOVAL 417-324-0860 417hauling.com Discount for veterans/senior citizens/disabled Residential and Commercial Serving Greater Branson Area CALL TODAY! 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 6/30 FREE ESTIMATES FROM ground up remodels roofs, deck, additions, pole-barns, flooring and complete build 5yr labor warranty 417-699-1635 6/30

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OFFICE HOURS 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday 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 6/30 APARTMENTS

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

$575 MONTH & UP Furnished Units Available, Lakeviews Available

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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

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HELP WANTED

POINT LOOKOUT NURSING & REHAB is excited to announce that we are currently hiring RNs, LPNs, CNAs, NAs, CMTs and dietary staff.

We are currently offering a new hire sign on bonus plan for these positions and a great benefit plan. For more information, call 417-334-4105 or apply in person at 11103 Historic Hwy. 165, Hollister, MO. EOE

2019 HONDA RIDGELINE RTL-E. Like new condition with less than 5,000 miles. Asking $39,995. Retail value $44,805.

Loan value $38,175. Call 417339-7777

HELP WANTED

ATTENTION ELECTRICIANS! Lightspeed Electric is hiring residential service electricians.

Requires great troubleshooting and people skills. Great Pay, Paid Time Off, Company truck.

Mon-Fri 8-5, No overtime required. $1500 Sign-on Bonus.

417-239-5050 SALES POSITION WITH HONEY lease shop at Silver Dollar City Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Call 417-869-0233 or text 417294-0805 HOUSEKEEPER AND LAUNDRY ATTENDANT NEEDED. We are offering a $200 hiring bonus for full time or close to full time employees. We are looking for full time or part time employees.

We offer a good working environment where most of our employees have been here for many years. Call Peggy for more information 417-2396096

HELP WANTED

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

DIMITRI GYROS kitchen, servers and part time hostess Apply anytime - in person only 111 E Main St Branson, MO 65616

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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