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A Tradition Continues Holiday Food Harvest goes on despite COVID - Page 3

Hollister’s Santa Train event will look different in 2020. SEE SANTA ON PAGE 2. (Photo from cityofhollister.com)

Thrift Store to Close

COVID a ‘real nail in the coffin’ - Page 5

Tax issues top Branson’s proposed shortlist of legislative priorities

By Gary J. Groman, Independent Writer The Branson Board of Alderman will be working toward developing its 2021 legislative priorities during a Study Session scheduled for November

19, 2020. The Staff Report relating to the item says the goal is to create “a shortlist of distinct priorities” for the city’s lobbyist, Capitol Solutions Consulting (CSC), “to work towards” for 2021. Although CSC pro-

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vides other services for the city its “primary purpose is to secure sponsorship of Branson’s legislative priorities and help champion them through the State Legislature.”

By Cindy Thomas, Staff Writer The Globe staff hope these weekly cancer journey updates are a blessing. If you’re also dealing with cancer or other health issue right now, please know you’re not alone. If you have a loved one facing the battle, perhaps you’re getting some new understanding and ideas about ways to help. If you’re a survivor, Thanksgiving is a great time to be glad about that. Not one of us is promised another day, cancer or not, but we have today!

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Hollister Santa Train to be held Dec. 6...with a few changes

By Cindy Thomas, Staff Writer Even with the challenges of a pandemic, the Hollister Santa Train is on track. The annual event will be Sunday, Dec. 6, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Hollister City Hall parking area.

To avoid COVID-19 risks that might have accompanied large numbers of children and families crowding close to see Santa on the actual train, this year’s event will be held as a drive-through, with the vehicles themselves becoming the

“train.” Families are welcome to decorate their vehicles if they wish.

“This is such an important event for families in our community, we knew we had to come up with a good alternative,” said Hollister Chamber of Commerce chairman John Hagey.

As vehicles proceed through the drive-through, they will stop at designated points to receive treats like popcorn, cookies, and water bottles, plus a

goody bag of items donated by local sponsors. They will also receive a form and crayons for completing a letter to drop off at the depot for a smiling, waving Santa.

Businesses wishing to sponsor can do so through Friday afternoon, Nov. 20. For information or any questions, call the Chamber at (417) 334-3050.

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Globe announces holiday publication deadlines Staff Reports Upcoming holidays mean special deadlines and publication days for your Branson Globe.

Our Thanksgiving issue will print on Tuesday so it will be available for you to pick up while doing your last-minute Thanksgiving shopping on Wednesday, November 25.

Deadline for stories and ads is Tuesday, November 24 at 10

a.m. That will be the only edition produced that week.

Likewise, Christmas and New Year’s editions will be availble on December 23 and December 30 respectively. Those will be the only editions published those weeks. Deadline for the Christmas paper is Tuesday, December 22 at 10 a.m., and Tuesday, December 29 at 10 a.m. for the New Year’s edition. Thank you for reading the Branson Globe, and enjoy your upcoming holiday season!

CORE Therapy and Diagnostics holds ribbon cutting

By KD Michaels, Staff Writer Members of the Branson community attended a grand opening and ribbon cutting at the recently opened CORE Therapy and Diagnostics LLC on Thursday.

Located on Payne Stewart Drive, CORE Therapy and Diagnostics is owned by Dr. Kayley Sanger, a board-certified behavioral analyst, who also holds a PhD and is studying to become a licensed psychologist.

Sanger and her staff work primarily with those on the autism spectrum. Some of the many services provided by CORE Therapy and Diagnostics include behavior intervention plans, discrete trial teaching, natural environment teaching, social skills training, functional communication training, expanding food repertoire/ feeding training and more.

CORE pledges to meet the needs of the community by add-

ing more services to their program soon. Already planned are diagnostics, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy and physical therapy.

In America, one in 54 children is diagnosed with autism annually, and early intervention gives the best opportunity for healthy development.

While most of the children Sanger and her staff see are between the ages of seven and twelve, she does work with children as young as two or three.

“We specialize in applied behavior analysis. What we work on is pivotal skills, and we often have clients who are nonverbal,” explained Sanger. “We also work on social skills. And, we work with the parents so they can take what the kids have learned here and work on it at home.”

CORE Therapy and Diagnostics features various learning toys, games and tools for each age group. According to Sanger, the

center can see up to 12 children at one time in the spacious new setting.

In addition to services at the center, Sanger offers in-home services and school services in Branson and surrounding areas.

Open Monday through Friday from 8:30 to 4, CORE Therapy and Diagnostics is located at 186 South Payne Stewart Drive, just off Branson Hills Parkway. For more information, call them at 417-319-3065 or visit www.coretherapyllc.com.

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Holiday Food Harvest to benefit food banks

By KD Michaels, Staff Writer A long-standing holiday tradition in the Ozarks will again take place this year, helping area non-profits meet the needs of the community.

For nearly 30 years the management and staff of Ozark Mountain Media Group (formerly Hometown Radio) have collected food and cash donations to help stock the area’s food pantries through the Holiday Food Harvest. Once again Ozark Mountain Media is teaming up with the Tri-Lakes Board of Realtors and taking on the challenge of providing Christian Action Ministries, Christian Associates, and The Salvation Army Branson with needed food items. But this year’s event will be a little different.

Scott McCaulley, news and sports director at Ozark Mountain Media Group. (FILE)

“The day before Thanksgiving is the day the Realtors would nor-

mally be out at the stores collecting, and we would be covering that onair,” said Scott McCaulley, news and sports director for Ozark Mountain Media Group. “Due to COVID-19, we are doing strictly cash donations this year. Our partners in this event, the Tri-Lakes Board of Realtors, are having a competition among themselves to see who can raise the most money. Additionally, we have links and information on our website that allows individuals to donate directly to the charity or charities of their choice. The fundraising effort is going on now through November 25.”

On Wednesday, November 25, the final day of the fundraising event, the Ozark Mountain Media Group will host a radiothon on both Legends -106.3 KRZK and MY 100.1 FM - KOMC. The radiothon will feature the Realtors reporting their fundraising results. The three local charities benefitting from the fundraiser will also discuss the great need for funds in this area.

The radiothon will run from 9 am to 6 pm.

“The Tri-Lakes Board of Realtors have been our partners in this effort for many years, and we appreciate them stepping up again this year, even as the challenges of this pandemic change every day,” said McCaulley.

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our friends and neighbors making those donations again this year. The donations have been very generous in the past, and we hope that people will continue their generous giving.”

Janet Bezzerides, of Boeker Group Real Estate, added, “It’s been such an honor for me to be the liaison between the Ozark Mountain Media Group and the Tri-Lakes Board of Realtors.

For 15 years this partnership has helped our three largest food pantries make it through the winter. Although social distancing and COVID have changed the routine for this year, we are determined to step into the breach and make it happen anyway!”

For more information, or to make a donation online, visit www.krzk.com or www.mykomc.com.

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Salvation Army Thrift Store to close Dec. 11

By KD Michaels, Staff Writer The Salvation Army Thrift Store has announced its closing, effective December 11. A popular destination for bargain hunters, the thrift store, located on Atlantic Street in downtown Branson, has been in operation for approximately 12 years, “COVID was the real nail in the coffin because we had to close down for two months, and you just can’t recover from that,” said Salvation Army Captain Linda McCormick, of the closure. “So just like other businesses, we’re having to close. Also, the cost of labor—minimum wage keeps going up, utilities have gone up, and being a downtown store, it’s higher rent than other places. All of those are factors in why we’re closing. There are a lot of thrift stores in Branson, then there’s online shopping, so there is a lot of competition.”

McCormick said she was heartbroken when she received the news of the thrift store closing, a decision passed down from Salvation Army headquarters. The closure will mean less income to fund Salvation Army’s aid to the community.

“It’s going to be a challenge,” said McCormick “Our red kettle

Branson Salvation Army Captain Linda McCormick (FILE)

collections are slightly behind last year at this time. We’re struggling to get bell ringers, and we desperately, now more than ever, need to reach our goal there because we will not have income from the thrift store.”

The closure of the thrift store means an end to the ministries run out of that facility, including clothing vouchers, furniture and household items for those in need.

It also brings an end to the children’s ministry, known as Kids ‘ Corner. The ministry, very dear to Captain McCormick’s heart, began as a way to occupy children while their parents shopped. The popular ministry, operated by McSEE THRIFT STORE, PAGE 12

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

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By: Gary J. Groman, a.k.a. The Ole Seagull The framers of the Declaration of Independence made their commitment to its principles, saying, “And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm Reliance on the Protection of divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes, and our sacred Honor.” Yet even as they signed their names, it was the commitment of Soldiers* at places like Lexington, Concord, Ticonderoga, and Bunker Hill that breathed the very meaning into its words and provided the hope of realizing its promise.

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From Valley Forge to Yorktown, it was the commitment of its Soldiers that won America its freedom. From Yorktown to Iraq and Afghanistan, it is

Her Soldiers’ commitment that preserves that freedom. Without that commitment, the Declaration of Independence would have been just another piece of paper. America would not have come into existence, long endured, or have had any hope for a peaceful and successful future.

It is a sad fact of life that the politicians, and those in power, start wars. It’s the Soldiers, their families, and the people of the nations they represent who bleed, die, suffer, and otherwise pay the price of those wars.

Each day, our Soldiers pay the price and do their duty. And what a price it is, a price not only in lives lost but bodies and families

maimed forever, both physically and mentally. How can they do it day after day?

Why would they risk their very lives and be willing to pay the “price?” An Ole Seagull would suggest that it is because of their “commitment,” being true to an oath taken, their fellow Soldiers, and honor.

The Soldier’s Commitment begins with the oath each takes the day they enlist. In taking that oath, each Solider commits that they “will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic;” that they “will bear SEE OPINION, PAGE 7

God guides wrens, and He’ll guide us too

By Cindy Thomas, Staff Writer This pandemic has people questioning so many things. The complications of the election sure haven’t helped. Even Thanksgiving Day, normally a fun family time, just raises more questions. Instead of who’s bringing which dish, or really deep stuff like do we need the football game on, this year has us wondering what to do about masks, or whether it’s even safe to gather.

As we wonder, though, we find ways to push on, hopefully renewed by our daily devotional time or our church, even if it is online.

Until that day when it just all hits. For me, that day happened last week. I had just received news that my dad, 94 and in long-term care, had tested positive for Covid-19.

Although doing okay physically, he was confused about being in an isolation area. As his only immediate family, I wanted to fix things for him, but I couldn’t. I’ve been concerned about friends who have lost loved ones and concerned as my schoolteacher husband navigates a really strange year. Every little cough has me wondering if I’m sick, even if I just raked a pile of dusty leaves.

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But I was carrying on, or thought I was, until I walked into the laundry area behind our garage. We are

remodeling the space, and a temporary plug in a service opening had fallen out, creating a hole just big enough to attract a couple of wrens, who apparently mistook it for a giant birdhouse. Entering, I saw the panicked birds flying frantically about. Failing to find the opening, they repeatedly banged into the window, which is temporarily inoperable during the remodel.

I tried to help. I propped open the door into the garage and opened the big overhead door, then tried to shoo the birds that way. One finalSEE OPINION, PAGE 7

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true faith and allegiance to the same;” and “obey the orders of the President of the United States and the orders of the officers appointed over them.”

From the outset, the Soldier’s Commitment is to obey the President’s orders, and those of the officers appointed over them.

They don’t get to vote on whether or not the President is right or wrong, to pick where or when they fight, or which orders are obeyed or not obeyed. It makes no difference whether the war is popular or not with the public. The Soldier’s Commitment is to fulfill their oath and do their duty no matter what the personal cost or sacrifice is to themselves.

Although the Soldier’s Commitment to their fellow Soldiers is not part of any official oath or document, it is there. It is an inherent part of the military brotherhood, providing the motivation that empowers Soldiers to do their duty in the face of fear, loneliness, and the constant horrors of war.

Throughout our history, it has been the Soldier’s Commitment that has preserved our Nation and changed the course of history. At once, it is both a perfect illustration of what it means to be true to your oath, and that genuine commitment comes at a price. What a blessed Nation America is that her Soldiers have always been willing to pay that price. * As used in this column, the term “Soldier” refers to all members of America’s Armed Forces, past, present, and future.

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ly dared to approach the door and escaped, but the other would have none of it, still thinking the sunlight on the window was the way out.

As the bird’s cheeping escalated into cries of distress and it grew obviously tired, a strange thing happened. That bird’s desperation became my own. Bursting into tears, I sank onto the floor by the washing machine. “God, don’t you care? What about that Bible verse that says not to worry because you take care of birds? You’re doing a really poor job of that right now.

Can’t you help that little bird get out of here so it won’t die?” It was no longer about the bird, and I knew it.

Finally, sobs subsiding, I realized the bird would have to find the way out on its own. And I needed to trust God to help it.

Wandering through the garage, I thought about the window, which

looked like a good opportunity but wasn’t. The real way out involved a strange opening, then an expanse of garage, to reach a bigger opening. And eventually, when I returned to check on my laundry, the bird was gone. Apparently, it finally became brave enough to check out the doorway.

I can’t see the way out of the things going on right now. Holi-

day gatherings may be missing someone special, or require an extra dose of grace and understanding. Like those windows, some normally good options aren’t working; I might need to explore something new. But God did guide that little wren, so I will continue to trust that a loving God will open the path I need to follow.

God cares for the wren, one of creation’s tinier beings. Doesn’t it stand to reason that He cares so much more about us, made in His image?

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By Cindy Thomas, Staff Writer A Christmas present to oneself that improves health, saves money, and is inexpensive or free sounds like a great idea, doesn’t it? That’s exactly what Cox Health’s “Quit Before Christmas” campaign can be. Quitting smoking and other to-

bacco use is one of the smartest decisions anyone can make; benefits to the heart, circulatory system, and lungs become measurable within the first hours and days of quitting.

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The legislative priorities on the list result from “the guidance of the City Administrator” and the legislative issues identified by the city’s various departments. The first two items under consideration, in priority, for the list both relate to taxes. They are: PRIORITY 1: Close the ticket reseller loophole for tourism tax from Section 67.662, RSMo. so that taxes are collected on the price paid on an admission ticket regardless of who brokers the tax.

The staff report states that the current language has had a disastrous effect on the city’s Tourism Tax revenues. The use of this tax is 75% for infrastructure and 25% for marketing. It further points out that the city gave evidence of that to the Local Government committee in Jefferson City on March 3, 2020.

PRIORITY 2: Internet sales/ use tax for all online sales set at the sales tax rate at the location of the customer and require the Missouri Department of Revenue to remit those amounts to the local jurisdictions.

The report points out that Missouri is one of only seven states that does not require “Remote sellers and marketplace facilitators… to collect and remit sales and use taxes. It further states that such a tax “Levels the playing field for our local and small business against online retailers.” Branson votes rejected the imposition of a similar tax in 2018.

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Since it likely involved more muscle tissue affected by the slightest arm movement, it has been the more painful site.

Karen has been able to take mostly Tylenol for pain relief, supplemented with cold packs.

“Cheap frozen veggies are the best ice packs,” she said. “Peas, corn, lima beans—the bags are a perfect size and the contents shift around to conform perfectly.” Advil-type pain relievers should be used with caution af-

ter consulting a doctor because they can act as blood thinners.

Large amounts of Tylenol/ acetaminophen, on the other hand, can affect the liver, so it’s good to know a few non-medical tricks. If numbing creams like baby teething gel are used, check with the pharmacist about which are safest.

Karen has also appreciated having supportive sports bras, nothing with wires, on hand. “Be sure to get the kind that hooks in front rather than the kind you pull on over your head, though,” she admitted ruefully. Live and learn!

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As always, your prayers for Karen and for others recovering from the effects of surgery, intubation, or other procedures are appreciated! Next update, it will be onward to the treatment protocol.

(Special note from Karen: I can’t say enough about the team at Cox Branson. From Barb and Rachel in the Women’s Center, radiologist Dr. Richard Makuch, snd surgeon Dr. Mark Mason, to all the nurses in Surgery who took care of me TWICE and didn’t seem to mind, all were incredible.

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College of the Ozarks’ nursing program granted approval through 2025 by Missouri State Board of Nursing Submitted to Branson Globe POINT LOOKOUT, MO. —The Armstrong McDonald School of Nursing at College of the Ozarks has received renewal of full approval through 2025 by the Missouri State Board of Nursing. The successful on-site visit was hosted

by College of the Ozarks on March 5, 2020. There were no compliance concerns or recommendations.

Appointed in 1909, the mission of MSBN is to protect the public’s health and safety through regulation of nursing education, licensure, and practice. Initial approval

status for the Armstrong McDonald School of Nursing was granted by MSBN in 2007, and full approval status was granted in 2010 after the program graduated its inaugural class.

The Armstrong McDonald School of Nursing graduated its

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the next three weeks and donate any remaining items to other area thrift stores.

“This was not in my plan for this year,” noted McCormick. “I know God’s got something else planned.

He hasn’t revealed it yet, but when He does, we’ll be obedient, whatever that plan looks like.”

McCormick shared her appreciation to the Branson area for many successful years in business.

“Thank you to the community for your support over the years,” Captain McCormick stated. “It has not been taken for granted.”

While the thrift store is closing, the Salvation Army office location on Stanley Boulevard will remain open and will continue to help those in need through a weekly food pickup, holiday assistance and many other vital programs.

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Cormick each weekend, included a story based on biblical principles and a craft.

Three loyal employees will be displaced by the thrift store closing at a time when there are very few jobs available in Branson.

“If you have shopped the store, I would ask that you go in and thank the staff,” said McCormick. “They loved what they did. They loved serving the community.”

The Salvation Army Thrift Store will maintain regular hours of operation until December 11 but will not be accepting any donations. All items in the store will be offered at 75 percent the marked price. McCormick and the staff plan to sell as much merchandise as possible in

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New Holidays on Ice skating rink is now open near Branson Ferris Wheel

By KD Michaels, Staff Writer Skaters took the ice on Wednesday night following a ribbon cutting celebration at Branson’s new Holidays on Ice skating rink.

Located between Branson Helicopter Tours and the Branson Ferris Wheel, the new attraction is owned and operated by the Yakkey family from San Diego, California, and is the latest attraction to be offered by The Track Family Fun Park.

“We think this is the best setting for an ice rink anywhere,” said Track co-owner and CEO Craig Wescott. “We have the United We Stand Christmas tree, we have the Branson Ferris Wheel, and now we have the 7,200 square foot real ice rink.”

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“They showed up on November 1 to get started,” Wescott noted. “Now, it is 18 days later.

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7th Annual Branson Gifting Show benefits foster families Submitted to Branson Globe The 7th annual Branson Family Gifting show to benefit foster and adoptive families from Stone & Taney Counties is coming to the Branson Famous Baldknobbers Theatre on Monday, December 14, 2020, at 7:00pm.

Foster and adoptive families are admitted free of charge, but are asked to register in advance by contacting the Joyful Heart Music Foundation at 417-527-6598. The general public is also invited to attend for a $15 per person donation at the door.

Joyful Heart Music Foundation was founded by Melonie Barber, the mother of nine children, which includes a sibling group of three who received their “forever family” after being in the foster care system for many years.

Melonie officially founded the 501(c)(3) nonprofit in 2018 to

grow support for her ministry of helping foster families through special events. The primary annual event is a gifting show where foster and adoptive families are invited to attend a Branson-style show at no charge. Santa always shows up with goodies for the families.

Invitations have also been extended to The Caring People as well as Options Pregnancy.

Featured entertainers this year include Harmony Trio, ventriloquist Jim Barber, Peggy Lee Brennan & Geoff Hastings Haberer, and special guest performers, Staccato Show Choir from the Branson Regional Arts Council.

“Even though 2020 has presented many challenges for each of us, we see those challenges as opportunities to unite and bring the best to our community,” said Barber.

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Cast of ‘The Marvelous Wonderettes’ announced by BRAC Submitted to Branson Globe The Branson Regional Arts Council is thrilled to announce the cast of the upcoming musical “The Marvelous Wonderettes,” which opens at the Historic Owen Theatre on January 28, 2021 with twelve performances through February 14th.

Showtimes are 7pm Thursday, Friday and Saturday with 2pm matinees on Sunday.

“This was a very challenging casting decision as we had so many incredibly talented candidates who auditioned for this production,” said the director of the musical, Jacob Estes. “The final selections came down to finding the perfect vocal blend and acting chemistry between the four leading characters in the show,” he added.

The cast of “The Marvelous Wonderettes” is: Macy Watts

(as Missy Miller), Mesa Mitchell (as Cindy Lou Huffington), Caitlin Secrest (as Betty Jean Reynolds), and Tami Cooper (as Suzy Simpson). Alternate swing cast members are Liz Sambol and Seanna Bounds.

“Such a marvelous opportunity for me to be involved with these wonderful performers,” said vocal coach Delyla Uebel.

“Each not only brought a great vocal talent, but also such vibrancy to each character. This is going to be a ‘must-see’ show!”

The production team includes: Jacob Estes (director), Sean Neil Myers stage manager), Delyla Uebel (music supervisor & vocal coach), Caitlin Seacrest (vocal captain), Pamela Meadows (lighting design), Mac Hill (technical director), Corey Mitchell (set designer), Jim Barber (marketing & design),

Justin Ables (artistic director), Kim Hale, Karie Dykeman and Lisa Murphy (producers), and Lorie Best (assistant producer).

This smash off-Broadway hit written and created by Roger Bean, takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom

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MDC holds introduction to handguns online class Dec. 7

By Dan Zarlenga, Missouri Dept. of Conservation St. LOUIS, Mo.—When pistols and handguns come to mind, many people think of self-defense and home protection. But did you know that handguns are also a valid hunting method for several species, such as rabbits, squirrels, bullfrogs, deer, and coyotes?

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is holding an Introduction to Handguns class online Monday, Dec. 7 from 6-7:30 p.m. The course is free and open to all ages.

Handguns offer a viable alternative to hunters who prefer to travel light or might have physical limitations or other restrictions regarding handling or carry-

ing rifles. They can also be used for recreational target shooting.

This program will introduce handguns to shooters who may have just purchased one or might be looking into purchasing one.

The class will also help those who might feel uncomfortable or unsure about handguns feel more at ease with using them.

This virtual online program will cover what to do to get started shooting handguns. It will be presented by the staff at MDC’s August A. Busch Shooting Range and Outdoor Education Center in Defiance. It will go over handgun fundamentals, including handgun actions, operation, safety meaSEE HANDGUN CLASS, PAGE 24

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Submitted to Branson Globe Randy Plummer and Darlene Jones of Branson, Missouri were inducted into the CGMA Hall of Fame by the Country Gospel Music Association on October 24, 2020.

has appeared on the Doug Gabriel show.

Darlene has received over 70 awards. She has received Platinum Awards for Female Vocalist, Instrumentalist, Producer, and Psalmist; and Decade Awards for Servant, Psalmist, and Instrumentalist from CGMA. Darlene received the Female Vocalist of the Year from the Branson Gospel Singer/Songwriter Association.

Darlene is the promotional director for Country Gospel Music Association and owner of DarJo Music

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Branson entertainers inducted into CGMA Hall of Fame

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Fame in 2019. He won Male Vocalist of the Year from 2003-2010 from the Branson Gospel Singer/ Songwriter Association.

Randy is now performing in James Garrett shows: A Tribute to John Denver, Neil Diamond Gold, A Tribute to George Strait and A Tribute to Glen Campbell and performing with the Sons of Britches.

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“We will be socially distanced and follow protocol for the safety of all,” she added.

Joyful Heart Music Foundation is collecting gifts of all shapes and sizes to help make this an extra special holiday season for these

families. Items such as toys, baby diapers, gift cards, Bibles, games, small tools, gloves, blankets, etc. are all encouraged. Donated items may be left at one of the following drop-off locations on or before December 9: First Presbyterian Church of Branson, Easy Stop Storage on Mt. Branson, Cici’s Pizza in

Branson, and the Historic Owen Theatre.

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OBITUARY: CECIL WAYNE TODD, 56 After a brave battle with a rare heart disease, Cecil Wayne Todd, 56, resident of Kimberling City, MO, was called home to be with the Lord on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2020, at Cox Hospital, Branson, MO. Cecil Wayne was born on April 10, 1964, in McAlester, OK, to Cecil Wiliam and Barbara Joan Todd. His family later resided in Carl Junction and Joplin, MO, where he spent most of his years growing up. Cecil attended Central Christian Academy in Joplin and went on to graduate from Evangel College in Springfield, MO, with a degree in Biblical Studies and Communications.

He is the founding pastor of Lakewood Church in Branson West, MO. Cecil Wayne married his high school sweetheart, Lori Reneau Todd, on Feb. 6, 1987. He leaves a very humble and lasting legacy to his family and so many others touched by his life and service. He is survived by his wife, Lori, and his son Ben Todd of Kimberling City, MO; son Nathan (Rachel) Todd, Springfield, MO; and daughter, Emily Todd, Joplin, MO; his parents Barbara Todd, Branson, MO; Cecil and Linda Todd, Branson West, MO; his sisters Jan (Carl) Uhlig, Klamath Falls, OR; and Gail Stallman, Branson, MO; his brothers Jon (Mary) Todd, Branson, MO; Tim (Angie) Todd, West Monroe, LA; and Chuck (Helen) Todd, Kimberling City, MO; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Pastor Cecil was very passionate in serving the Lord in every capacity available. As newlyweds, he and his wife, Lori, pastored a church in Weslaco, Texas, that began with a small group of people and grew into a thriving congregation that is still going today. For the next several years, he worked with the Revival Fires Ministry, directed by his father, in taking overseas mission teams to Russia, Israel

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and India. In the early 1990s, Pastor Cecil began visiting the country of Cuba with a dream and vision to pioneer churches, reach the lost and provide Bibles for them. He helped to start and sponsor 325 established Cuban churches, including having an active role in the training of pastors and Christian workers for these churches. After 25 years of growing, these churches are now legally recognized by the Cuban government. Cecil Wayne dedicated his life to active ministry beginning at the young age of 16. His endless work, leadership and encouragement to Lakewood Church, the churches in Cuba, and most importantly to his wife and family certainly flowed out of his love for God and others. This life of love and dedication will always be cherished and remembered.

A “Celebration of Life” service will soon be held at Lakewood Church, Branson West, MO. Arrangements and information will be announced when it is decided.

In lieu of flowers or plants, memorial donations may be made to go toward a college education fund for Cecil and Lori’s youngest son, Ben. These donations can be sent to Lori Todd, PO Box 1008, Branson West, MO 65737.

Editor’s Note: The staff of the Branson Globe shares its heartfelt sympathy to the Todd family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

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Branson Family Retreats ---WINDOW TINTING celebrate open house ★ WINTER SPECIAL ★

By KD Michaels, Staff Writer Branson Family Retreats recently celebrated a ribbon cutting and open house at their newest retreat.

Owned by Tyann and Nat Hammond, the beautiful Skye Retreat is located in Chateau Cove in Branson. The new property, a 5,100 square foot vacation rental home, features 10 bedrooms, 10.5 bathrooms, and every imaginable amenity to accommodate a large group.

The property is the fifth in a group of large, luxury vacation rentals owned by Branson Family retreats. The other four properties, all located in Branson Cove or Branson Canyon, range from four to six bedrooms and can sleep between 14 and 20 people. These spacious homes include multiple kitchen and laundry facilities, pool tables, hot tubs, private pools, and spectacular lake views, among other features.

“Our mission for our vacation homes is to provide a place of rest and peace for families and friends to gather,” said the Hammonds.

“There are many reasons to gather

together, including strengthening family bonds, creating memories, and building relationships. We believe those relationships, memories and bonds are part of the core foundation of a family unit, no matter the makeup of your family. We celebrate diversity in families and friends by creating these spaces for our guests to enjoy.”

The Table Rock Lake Chamber of Commerce and many in the business community helped the Hammond family celebrate their open house at Skye Retreat at 205 Lakefront Drive in Branson.

The property was inspired by the couple’s visit to the Isle of Skye in Scotland, and the home’s decor is reminiscent of the Highlands of Scotland.

“We have been sharing the magic of Missouri with our guests for 13 years now,” said Tyann. “With our newest house, we are ecstatic to show off Table Rock Lake, Branson, and our sunsets to larger families than ever before.”

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By KD Michaels, Staff Writer The Table Rock Chamber of Commerce annual Lake Splash Awards Ceremony was a virtual event this year.

The annual awards program, designed to honor community members for their service and dedication, was streamed live via Facebook. Four prestigious awards were presented during the event—the Guardian Award, Business of the Year, the Trailblazer Award and the Community Service Award.

Presented to an area first responder (firefighter, law enforcement officer, paramedic/ EMT or 911 dispatcher), the Guardian Award recognizes an individual for doing their part in keeping the community safe, through their fearless and unselfish service.

The winner of the 2020 Guardian Award was Stone County Deputy Brett Stump.

Stump was honored, in part, because of a kindness he provided to four county school resource officers. When Stump learned

that these officers received no county funding, he provided them with additional equipment to help guarantee the safety of area school students and staff.

Stump was praised for his compassion, kindness and selfless service.

Vino Cellars was named the 2020 Business of the Year. This award is given to a business in the Table Rock Lake area that demonstrates outstanding customer service, a quality product and a strong commitment to community. Amidst the COVID pandemic which devastated many businesses in the region, Steph and Matt Bekebrede, owners of Vino Cellars, remained positive with uplifting email and social media campaigns, offering pickup meals and TV dinners. They also offered delivery service and held virtual events, demonstrating their commitment to their customers.

The Trailblazer Award recognizes a person who helps forge a path for others in the area, demonstrating outstanding leadership in business or community development for a minimum of ten years and provides a positive influence on the community. Layne Morrill, a longtime area businessman, was presented with the Trailblazer Award. A well-known contributor to the community, Morrill is a national, state and local leader in the real estate business and has a distinguished career in politics, which has greatly benefited the area.

The final award of the day was the Community Service Award.

This award has been given annually for over 40 years to an individual or organization who has improved quality of life, economy, educational opportunities, beauty, serenity or safeSEE HONORS, PAGE 23

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State of emergency extended as virus hits Missouri hospitals COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Republican Gov. Mike Parson on Thursday extended Missouri’s state of emergency through March as hospitals struggled to keep up with a rise in coronavirus cases.

Although there are sufficient beds for patients, the hospitals don’t have enough staff to treat the increasing number of sick people, Parson said.

The state is considering sending in the military and asking for help from medical workers in other states to supplement hospital staffing, he said.

Coronavirus cases, deaths and hospitalizations are all up.

According to data from the state health department, 27,358 new virus infections were reported in the past week. That’s more than 3,900 new cases a day on average.

For context, Parson said more new cases were reported in October than during the first eight months of the pandemic in Missouri, and new cases in November have already surpassed October.

At least 67 people died from the virus in the past week.

Roughly a quarter of coronavirus tests came back positive in the past week, and 2,629 patients suffering from the virus were hospitalized as of Tuesday.

The Missouri Hospital Association has asked Parson to require face masks across the state to help curb the virus and ease the burden on hospitals, Jefferson City’s KRCG-TV reported.

The governor on Thursday again refused to do so.

Instead, he repeated his emphasis on personal responsibility and called on Missourians to do their part by wearing masks, social distancing and washing their hands.

He said Thanksgiving should be different this year as families adjust plans to protect each other.

“It’s up to every one of us to decide whether ... we’re going to take the personal responsibility to slow this virus down,” Parson said.

Parson said his administration planned to send guidance to local governments on Thursday and would urge local leaders to take action to curb the virus’ spread.

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enced in the past decade and are charmed to find that no matter what life throws their way, they will conquer it together. Featuring over 30 classic ’50s and ’60s hits, “The Marvelous Wonderettes” will keep you smiling in this must-take musical trip down memory lane!

Persons interested in placing an ad in the official playbill of “The Marvelous Wonderettes” are invited to visit BransonArts. org/adpayment for prices and ad specifications. Any area business or organization willing to display a BRAC Poster in their window or lobby, may also sign up to be a “Poster Partner” at Branso-

bransonglobe.com nArts.org/getpress. “We appreciate the local businesses who help us promote our productions and support the printing of these keepsake programs,” said BRAC Executive Director, Jim Barber.

All seating will be socially distanced, so when a patron selects an available seat online, they can be assured that the seats in front, behind, and on either side of their party will be left vacant. This reduces the maximum capacity of the theatre to approximately 25 percent, so shows are expected to sell out in advance. Online reservations can be made now at BransonArts.org/tix or by calling the Historic Owen Theatre box office at 417-336-4255.

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has maintained constant contact with county partners, resulting in increased confidence within the community and the county.

Congratulations to all of the winners, and thank you for your service to our community.

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ty of the area, through unusual services and commitment.

Pam Burnett, Director of the Stone County Health Department, was honored as this year’s recipient of the Community Service Award. Burnett participated in County and State Emergency Management Preparedness as COVID made its way into our region and continues to guide the area through the pandemic. Burnett provides advice and direction based on facts regarding COVID presented by the CDC and state department of health. Burnett became a leader among county health departments throughout Missouri. She is willing to tackle individual community issues to guarantee best practices, but still allow commerce to operate.

Throughout the pandemic, Burnett

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Officials: 3 southwest Missouri hunters hurt opening weekend

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (AP) — Three hunters in southwestern Missouri accidentally shot themselves during last weekend’s opening of firearms deer season, conservation officials said.

None of the shootings were

life-threatening, the Springfield News-Leader reported. The Missouri Department of Conservation said it will not release details of the shootings until its investigations into them are complete.

Many such accidental shootings happen while hunters are handling or transporting guns, said Justin McGuire, the department’s hunter education and shooting range coordinator.

“Many times, people are in-

jured by firearms that were assumed to have been unloaded,” McGuire said. “Keeping the actions open and the muzzles pointed in a safe direction removes all doubt.”

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bransonglobe.com Hoot, hoot, hoot! Owl A lost dog’s journey across in Rockefeller Center the Canadian border and Christmas tree back NEW YORK (AP) — It wasn’t quite a partridge in a pear tree, but a worker helping set up the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree found a holiday surprise — a tiny owl among the massive branches.

The little bird, now named what else but Rockefeller, was discovered on Monday, dehydrated and hungry, but otherwise unharmed, said Ellen Kalish, director and founder of the Ravensbeard Wildlife Center in Saugerties, New York, where the bird was taken.

Kalish said the bird is an adult male Saw-whet owl, one of the tiniest owls. It was taken to a veterinarian on Wednesday and got a clean bill of health.

“He’s had a buffet of all-youcan-eat mice, so he’s ready to go,” she said.

She said the plan was to release the owl back to the wild this weekend.

The tree, a 75-foot (23-meter) Norway spruce, had been brought to Manhattan on Saturday from Oneonta, New York, in the central part of the state. The tree is put in place and then decorated over some weeks before being lit for the public in early December.

FORT KENT, Maine (AP) — A lost dog’s journey across the Canadian border and back was complicated by coronavirus restrictions limiting movement from a town on one side of the St. John River to a Maine town on the other.

Diamond, a German shepherd, escaped from her home in New Brunswick on Saturday and crossed a border bridge into Fort Kent, Maine, where coronavirus restrictions prevented her caretakers from following, the Bangor Daily News reported.

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ODDITIES IN THE NEWS caped from their home in Clair, New Brunswick. Michaud’s father was looking after the dog when she escaped, the newspaper reported.

Michaud posted a plea for help on Facebook, saying the dog had crossed the border.

Over the next six hours, Michaud received updates from people in Maine tracking the dog, the newspaper reported. A friend found the dog in a garage and coordinated with other friends on the Canadian side for a handoff.

Finally, Michaud got a text with a photo of the dog and Annik Sirois, a family friend, in a car on the Canadian side of the border.

Diamond was united with Michaud and her family on Sunday after being handed off at a border station, the newspaper reported.

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Stolen Bigfoot statue found along road in Santa Cruz County

SCOTTS VALLEY, Calif. (AP) — Police officers in the mountains north of Santa Cruz responded to a suspicious figure in a roadway early Thursday and found Bigfoot.

“He was a little banged up but will be returned to his rightful place at the Bigfoot Discovery Museum,” the Scotts Valley Police Department said in a Facebook post.

The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office had urged people to keep their eyes peeled for the 4-foot-tall (1.2 meters) wooden statue after it was stolen from outside the tiny museum in nearby Felton on Monday.

The museum dedicated to the mythical forest creature is outside

Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park. It is temporarily closed due to COVID-19.

A figure of Bigfoot found on a roadway in the mountains north of Santa Cruz in Scotts Valley, Calif. (Scotts Valley Police Department via AP)

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Warm today, but yeah...that’s going to change Now named Rockefeller, the owl was brought to the Ravensbeard Wildlife Center for care. (Lindsay Po s s u m a t o / R a v e n s b e a r d Wildlife Center via AP)

By Daryl Weather, Weather Forecaster Have you been enjoying these warmer temps lately? I sure hope so because a cold front looks to move into the area this weekend bringing our temps down and

the return of rain! Good news is that we are not expecting any severe weather with this cold front.

Temps should remain rather mild in the low to mid 60s and drop into the 50s overnight. There is a slight chance of rain in the area but

it looks like the cold front will stay just north of us tomorrow and skies will be mostly cloudy.

Things change on Sunday however with rain showers likely and highs managing to only get into the mid 50s and overnight lows near

or just above the freezing mark!

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First part of the week looks to remain in the 50s with a couple chance for more rain.

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284 Roman soldier Diocletian proclaimed Emperor by the army 762 Bögü, Khan of the Uyghurs, conquers Lo-Yang, capital of the Chinese Empire 1272 Edward I proclaimed King of England after death of his father, Henry III. He would take two years to return to England from the Ninth Crusade.

1431 First meeting of Order of the Golden Fleece 1521 Arabs attribute shortage of water in Jerusalem to Jews making wine 1695 Zumbi, the last King of the Quilombo dos Palmares in early Brazil and ex-slave, is executed and decapitated, his head displayed on a pike to dispel any legends of his immortality 1789 New Jersey is 1st state to ratify Bill of Rights 1815 Second Treaty of Paris: France and her allies agree France will pay indemnities after Battle of Waterloo, ending the Napoleonic Wars 1861 Secession ordinance is filed by Kentucky’s Confederate government 1862 Confederate armies of Mississippi and Kentucky merge as Army of Tennessee, under General Braxton Bragg 1866 First national convention of Grand Army of Republic (veterans’ org) 1866 Howard University founded in Washington, D.C.

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1866 French inventor Pierre Lallement patents rotary crank bicycle 1886 Sherlock Holmes’s first story “A Study in Scarlet” is accepted by publisher Ward and Lock with payment of £25 1888 Willard Bundy patents timecard clock 1910 Revolution breaks out in Mexico, led by Francisco I. Madero 1911 The funeral of Paul and Laura Lafargue (daughter of Karl Marx) in Paris is attended by Lenin; the two socialists died in a suicide pact in the belief that their political usefulness was at an end 1914 US State Department starts requiring photographs for passports 1923 Garrett Morgan patents his traffic signal design, an important development in automobile safety 1929 Salvador Dali’s first one-man show 1931 Commercial teletype service begins (AT&T) 1945 The Nuremberg war trials begin as 24 Nazi leaders are put on trial before judges representing the victorious Allied powers 1949 Jewish population of Israel reaches 1,000,000 1969 Alcatraz Island, off San Francisco, is seized by militant Native Americans 1975 Ronald Reagan announces candidacy for Re-

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1985 Microsoft Windows 1.0 is released 1986 World Health Organization announces first global effort to combat AIDS 1990 British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher fails to defeat Michael Heseltine’s bid for leadership of the Conservative Party 1990 Saddam Hussein announces plans to release German hostages 1992 Queen Elizabeth’s home Windsor Castle catches fire 1993 Winnie Mandela’s driver and bodyguard murdered in Johannesburg 1993 Savings and Loan scandal: The United States Senate Ethics Committee issues a stern censure of California senator Alan Cranston for his “dealings” with savings-andloan executive Charles Keating.

2001 US President George W. Bush dedicates the US Department of Justice headquarters the Robert F. Kennedy Justice Building, on what would have been his 76th birthday 2008 After critical failures in the US financial system began to build up after mid-September, the Dow Jones Industrial Average reaches its lowest level since 1997.

2013 Ben Bradlee is presented with the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Barack Obama at a White House ceremony 2013 US President Barack

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1805 Ludwig van Beethoven’s “Fidelio”, his only opera, premieres in Vienna 1889 Gustav Mahler’s 1st Symphony premieres in Budapest and is not well received 1945 Dmitri Shostakovich’s 9th Symphony under J Mravinski premieres 1964 Dmitri Shostakovich’s 9th/10th String Quartet premieres in Moscow 1966 “Cabaret” opens at Broadhurst Theater NYC for 1166 performances 1981 Ringo Starr releases “Stop & Smell Roses” album 1995 “Beatles’ Anthology, Vol 1” released 2001 Josh Groban releases his debut album “Josh Groban”

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Montreal Canadiens beat Boston Bruins, 1-0 1969 Brazilian soccer icon Pele scores his 1,000th goal 1997 Flyers Eric Lindros tries to bite San Jose defenseman Marty McSorley 2017 Atlanta’s Georgia Dome, once the world’s largest covered stadium, is destroyed in a controlled implosion

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