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Thank you, Tri-Lakes community!

The Globe’s first Christmas toy and food drive helps to bless those in need Staff Reports Photos by KD Michaels With help from friends and advertisers, the staff of the Branson Globe collected three tubs and four large bags of new toys, and a grocery cart and-a-half of nonperishable food items during their first Christmas toy and food drive.

Food items collected were donated to Christian Action Ministries, a local help-agency who assists those in need with groceries, through food banks in both Branson and Forsyth, and mobile outreach.

Toys collected were taken to the Salvation Army for use in one of

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Publication dates vary due to holidays

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Staff Reports Due to the New Year’s holiday and varied printing schedules, the Branson Globe’s next printed edition will be available on Friday, January 8. In addition, in order to give our staff some much needed

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time with their families, Friday, January 8 will also be the next online edition.

We hope each of you had a Merry Christmas, and pray you are blessed throughout 2021. Thank you for reading the Branson Globe!

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their holiday assistance programs.

Many thanks to the Rogue Chef, the World’s Largest Toy Museum, The Flagstore, and Twinkle Market. The Globe staff also thanks one of their own, KD Michaels, for the great idea.

“KD headed up this project from the beginning to the end,” says Globe Publisher Rob Doherty. “She has such a giving and unselfish heart!”

Read more about the toy and food drive on page 7.

The Globe thanks all who took the time to help and to donate.

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One woman’s journey from hopeless to hopeful

By Al Vineyard for Drug Free Ozarks In the hangout room of the Stone County Recovery Center (SCRC), the sunlight is peeking through the partially opened blinds and dancing on her silver hair. Tammy McLaughlin’s smile and soft laughter brighten the room more than the

sunlight. Her adorable and loyal dingo, Two Toes, sits beside her. In this moment, it’s hard to believe where she was only seven years ago.

In 2006, Tammy was diagnosed with colon cancer. At the young age of 43, she was told she only had a year to live.

Feeling lost and hopeless, with

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her daughter already grown, she signed her son over to a friend.

She moved away from her home in South Haven, Mississippi, to Branson, Missouri.

She met a man who did methamphetamine. Prior to her diagnosis, Tammy dabbled in cocaine on the occasional weekend, but knowing death was at her door, she became fully engulfed in Branson’s meth scene.

She asked the man to put the needle in her arm. Before he did, he told her she that she would lose everything to this drug. She didn’t care. She felt hopeless.

Over the next years, Tammy had multiple major surgeries, chemotherapy, and radiation. Her cancer went into remission. Three years later it returned and went into remission again. However, by this time her addiction was in full force.

She caught felonies in two counties. Her life was upside down, imprisoned between the walls of the tiny syringe that she held in her hand.

In late 2013, Tammy’s home was raided. Officer Jenkins, who today she credits for saving her life, arrested her during the raid. In total, she was incarcerated for almost two months in two different county jails. She was blessed with an acceptance into Stone County Drug Court.

Tammy thrived in drug court.

She began outreach to her peers there, and her outreach and love

for her peers grew. After graduation in 2015, she went to work with her mentor, Patricia Pennington-Sams, at PEEPs in Recovery. Since then, she has dedicated her life to education, drug awareness, prevention, and outreach. Tammy is a Certified Peer specialist, Certified Reciprocal Peer Recovery specialist, Missouri Prevention specialist, Medication Awareness Recovery specialist, and is Mental Health First Aid certified.

Her heart is in Stone County, and she felt called to bring a recovery center there.

On October 8, 2020, Tammy’s seven-year clean date, she opened the doors to Stone County Recovery Center (SCRC) completely packed.

It is the second fully peer-run recovery center in southwest Missouri.

Currently, SCRC is 100% operating off of donations. The peer staff have mental health training and are Narcan and CPR certified. SCRC is also a Narcan community distribution center.

The recovery support offered at SCRC is a compilation of many programs that address different areas of recovery. They target education, action plans, recovery after treatment, self-management, relapse prevention, support groups, and the peer-run drop-in center.

The center is open from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. every day. During those hours, clients can come have fellowship, hang out, enjoy a game of pool

or ping pong, or just kick back in the hangout room and watch a movie.

Narcotics Anonymous (NA) is available on Tuesday evenings.

Soon, there will be classes available on Friday evenings and Saturday mornings, followed by brunch.

There are plans for more classes and groups in the near future. There are computers and printers available to clients who want to polish their resume. There is even a free thrift store for clients recently released from incarceration.

SCRC fed more than 60 people for Thanksgiving. They expect to feed more at the Christmas dinner on December 25, 2020, at 2 p.m.

SCRC is a safe place to go, relax, learn, and grow in life and recovery with people who love and understand. In every word she speaks, Tammy communicates her passion for SCRC. When asked why she is so passionate, she answered “Because people are dying. They need help, compassion, not a handout but a hand up. They need to know they’re not alone, and we will never judge them.”

Tammy was told that she wouldn’t live another year. She felt hopeless and got lost in addiction. Today, she has been given a clean bill of health.

She has a relationship with her kids.

She survived cancer. She survived addiction. She is passionate about SCRC and dedicated to turning the hopeless into the hopeful!

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By KD Michaels, Staff Writer Dyan Baughan, owner and operator of the Branson City Diner, found a way to help out her neighbors.

Baughan opened the Branson City Diner, a unique food truck featuring a made-from-scratch menu, in its Hollister location on May 1. The diner has become very popular with locals and visitors alike.

On December 23, Baughan, with help from assistant AJ Springstrube and a host of volunteers, fed a delicious holiday meal, free of charge, to the residents of Hollister’s Yacht Club. For Baughan, it was a way to give back to the community who welcomed her and her business.

“Our diner is located at 1234 Business Highway 65, the entrance to the Yacht Club,” explained Baughan. “There are so many people in need; we just decided on our last day of the season to provide lunch for all of the residents.”

According to Baughan, 159 meals were given out on Wednesday, thanks to help from several sponsors.

Said Baughan, “Many thanks to our sponsor, First Baptist Church of Branson and our co-sponsors—

Keller Williams Tri-Lakes Realty Team M&M (Deb Mundell and Nikki Maschke), Branson United Methodist Church and The Sign Man.” The Branson City Diner, which has served 7,500 meals since its May opening, is now closed for the season. The Diner’s reopening date will depend on the weather, according to Baughan, who hopes to reopen in February.

“Next year we will have lots of new menu items, longer

hours, and climate-controlled seating by June,” Baughan noted.

In the off-season, Baughan is in hopes that there will be even more opportunities to help meet the needs of the community.

“Loaves and Fishes, which feeds those in need each winter, has canceled this year, due to COVID,” said Baughan. “We would like to feed the hungry, and we’re looking for sponsors. Please contact me at 417-527-3123 if your church or organization would like to come alongside us to sponsor this.”

Volunteers help serve Christmas dinner to residents of the Yacht Club.

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TOBIAS is a 2-year-old male Fox Terrier mix. He was found as a stray. He is cuddly and will make a great lap dog. He is a curious, observant guy and will make a great ride-along dog. He can be a bit temperamental at times. He is ready for a forever home.

VIOLET is a 1-year-old spayed female. Violet is a loveable girl with an amazing personality. She is a mother cat and had the cutest kittens. Now she is ready to be the young cat she deserves to be. Can’t say enough great things about her. Come by the shelter and meet this wonderful cat.

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Submitted to Branson Globe by VFW Post 11290 If you are suffering vision, hearing or other health-related problems that could be the result of serving in the United States Armed Forces, bring a copy of your Form DD-214 or discharge documentation to the Branson Senior Center.

Members of the Branson-Hollister Memorial, VFW Post 11290, will be on hand Wednesday, January 6, 2021; and Wednesday, January 13, 2021; from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. to assist you in filling out a VFW Department of Missouri Veterans referral form and submit-

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The Branson Senior Center is located in the Branson Community Center at 201 Compton, Branson, Missouri.

If you have any questions, call Richard Baehr, Commander, VFW Post 11290 at 417-339-4474.

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Train Up a Child: Good manners make holidays more enjoyable

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 Pat Lamb It is good that families can get together for the holidays, but it is even better when all involved in those get-togethers mind their manners. Unfortunately, it would seem that there are those who have not learned what good manners are. It is the responsibility of parents to teach children to stop and think before they act and to set a good example. Sometimes in the search for enjoyment, many feel that they can throw good manners away and simply do what feels good for self.

The basis of all good manners is kindness and consideration of others. When we consider the comfort of self only, we are ne-

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glecting good manners.

Both the host home and parents should set ground rules for behavior. When visiting the home of another, we should live by the rules of that home.

Parents need to check with the

host home for special rules ahead of time and talk to the children about their behavior. The host or hostess should mention in a nice way what is acceptable and unacceptable behavior. If there are special considerations, these should be included. For instance, elderly people, especially those who are not well, do not like loud noises. No one likes to have others bother their belongings.

Following are a few suggestions for the host home: • Put breakable things out of reach of two-year olds and younger. Understand that twoyear-olds are still checking boundaries and will not obey when told one time. They

simply must be told over and over and watched to see that they obey. Much effort can be avoided by simply putting some things away. Make sure all medications are put safely away.

• When children age three and older bother things, simply take the time to put an arm around them and explain why those things shouldn’t be bothered.

• Be careful how guests are welcomed. When children hear, “Just make yourselves at home,” they think you really mean it.

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Reflections: Wise men or troubled townsfolk?

By Cindy Thomas, Staff Writer Another December 25 is history; gifts that didn’t quite fit are exchanged, and Valentine candy is already showing up in stores.

For traditionally-minded folks, though, the next event is Epiphany, observed on Jan. 6 or the Sunday prior, to commemorate the visit of the Magi bringing gifts to the Christ Child. So, inspired by friends who observe the liturgical calendar and wouldn’t dare think of taking the Christmas greenery down before that date, I studied with new interest the account in Matthew’s gospel.

In chapter 2, verse 2, the wise men inquired at the palace as to

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the whereabouts of the newborn King of the Jews. Many scholars believe these scholars from “the East,” following a heavenly sign they referred to as “His star,” may have had access to Jewish proph-

ecies originally brought to their part of the world by Daniel during the Babylonian exile of the Jews.

In any case, they knew something significant was happening.

Verse 3 continues that “when Herod the king heard this, he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him.”

A Roman appointee, Herod was not the rightful king of correct Jewish lineage. It makes sense that he was “troubled,” or some Bible versions say, “disturbed.” A little more puzzling is that all of Jerusalem was troubled along with him; it seems at first thought that Jerusalem, at least its Jewish population, might have been excited about the

idea of a newborn King fitting the prophecies about the Messiah.

Likely Herod was angry as well as troubled; his reputation for making his displeasure obvious in cruel ways was well established by the killing of his once-favorite wife and some of his own sons to keep his own position secure. Definitely someone you’d want to stay on the good side of. Maybe the Jews wanted to avoid making him mad.

Or maybe they had simply gotten comfortable with the status quo.

True, they were under Roman rule; on the other hand, the Romans made life fair for folks who cooperated.

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Good roads, jobs, stuff like that.

Herod’s talents as a building contractor established some beautiful architecture including the Jewish temple.

The promised King of the Jews, the promised Messiah, was clearly not at the forefront of Jewish thought. When the Magi inquired, Herod had no idea what was going on. The average person in town didn’t know. In a departure from the faithfulness of Daniel, who lived out his personal heritage and devotion for decades while immersed in a strange culture, most Jews apparently left the business of knowing and teaching their scriptures to the professionals. Nobody had picked up on the times they were living in; the chief priests and scribes knew the Messiah was to come from Bethlehem, but the miraculous astrological sign went right over their heads (pun intended).

Perhaps the inquiry from the

Magi was a wake-up call for Jerusalem about their spiritual state; if so, they were right to be troubled.

The information they needed was right there, but it took curious, devout foreigners to recognize its significance. Does that ever describe me? How often has God been doing something special and I’ve missed it completely?

Once the word was out about a newborn King, there was a decision to be made: how to respond.

Herod, obviously, was furious, putting the Jews in a precarious position, and creating another opportunity for reflection. In Herod’s mind and the Roman system, there was only room for one king. Herod would go to unthinkable lengths, including the massacre of Jewish babies, to ensure that king was him.

When God moves in our lives, in our churches, in our communities, not everyone will be happy. While some elected officials are godly men and women, some are not. It’s not inconceivable in our lifetime that choosing Christ may jeopar-

OPINION dize our jobs, our conveniences, even our lives. This is already happening in many countries where courageous Christians suffer extreme persecution.

Can we be inspired by the Magi?

They saw the sign; they related it to

what they had studied; they acted on it. And, listening to God’s warning in a dream, they disobeyed Herod’s order to return, risking his displeasure but effectively giving Joseph a head start in moving Baby Jesus to safety.

Dec. 30, 2020 • 7 As Epiphany approaches, rather than blending in with the culture or doing what’s politically correct, I want to be courageous. In our hearts and on the throne of our daily lives, there is only room for one King.

Thank you to our readers and advertisers

By KD Michaels, Staff Writer I want to give a sincere “Thank You” to everyone who gave so selflessly to make the Branson Globe’s Food Drive and Toy Drive such a success. The amount of donations collected was overwhelming, especially for a first-time event.

Initial collections of toys were taken to the Salvation Army Toy Store for distribution to families in need for the holidays.

Following our December 23 collection, all food was taken to Christian Action Ministries, where, thanks to our amazing readers, we were able to donate a shopping cart that was not only full but overflowing, along with anoth-

er cart half-full of much-needed groceries.

Toys and gift items collected on the 23rd and 24th were given to local families in need who would otherwise not have had Christmas.

Thanks to our generous readers, many children woke up to gifts on Christmas morning. One family with five children had lost everything, including a family member, in a fire just days before Christmas.

Thanks to you, the children were each given several gifts to help make their circumstances a little brighter on what would have been a very bleak holiday. So many truly gave from the heart to help the less fortunate this Christmas. One read-

er donated a large box of amazing, beautiful handmade bears, blankets and other gifts that brought smiles to many faces this year.

We are so grateful, also, to those businesses who agreed to serve as collection sites. They not only collected food and toys, but in many cases reached out to their customers on social media, encouraging their generosity as well. We appreciate you—Twinkle Market, The Rogue Chef, the World’s Largest Toy Museum, and The Flagstore—for your help in making this event a success.

A sincere thank you to each of our readers and our advertisers for helping us help others in a big way this holiday season!

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Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program at TCHD renewed for 2021

Submitted to Branson Globe The Taney County Health Department (TCHD) is pleased to announce the annual contract for the WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Supplemental Food Program has been renewed for 2021. The WIC Program saves lives through improved health

and nutrition of infants, young children and mothers throughout Taney County by offering healthy foods and encouraging healthy eating habits and lifestyles.

Women who participate in WIC during pregnancy have healthier pregnancies and improved birth outcomes.

WIC provides nutrition education, breastfeeding education and support, supplemental foods, and referrals for other health and social services, at no cost to the participant. WIC supplemental foods include milk, cheese, yogurt, eggs, cereal, whole wheat bread or pasta, tortillas or brown

rice, fruits and vegetables, beans and peanut butter.

Nutrition education may be received either in person, by phone, or online through WICHealth.org for those who qualify. The eWIC card makes the WIC shopping experience fast, flexible and simple by loading benefits (foods) on a card that can be used at WIC approved stores.

WIC in Taney County serves an average of 1,600 participants each month. Participants must meet certain income and nutritional criteria to qualify for WIC. A family of four, for example, with a gross weekly income of $933 or less, would qualify for WIC. Foster parents, single dads and grandparents may also utilize WIC services. “WIC provides

nutrition education that supports families in making healthy lifestyle changes, states Tammy Drake, WIC Division Manager. “WIC is here to answer questions and assist parents in making healthy feeding choices for their infants and children.”

WIC Services are provided, by appointment, at the Taney County Health Department, Branson and Forsyth locations, Jordan Valley Community Health Center in Hollister and at Elevate Branson. For additional information about WIC services, breastfeeding support programs, or to make an appointment, please call the Taney County Health Department – Branson 417-334-4544 ext. 592, Forsyth 417-546-4725 ext. 321.

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SIX® announces Dec. 30 show, January 2021 schedule Staff Reports The vocal band SIX will wrap up the 2020 Branson season with an 8 p.m. show Wednesday, December 30 at Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater, according to a release from the group.

The group has also announced a series of shows scheduled for the new year. January 1 and 2 shows are at 3 p.m., with 8 p.m. shows slated for January 15, 16, 22, 23, 29 and 30.

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Substance–impaired drivers face jail time, loss of their driver licenses, and steep financial consequences such as higher insurance rates, attorney fees, court costs, lost time at work, and the potential loss of a job.

“Remember, buzzed driving is drunk driving. If you have any doubt about your sobriety, don’t drive. Drunk drivers will be arrested. No warnings. No excuses. Don’t take the chance because we will be actively patrolling for impaired drivers,” said Chief Matthews.

For more information, visit the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign headquarters at www. saveMOlives.com.

Lake Taneycomo Elks 2597 Lodge holds annual toy distribution Submitted to Branson Globe On Saturday December 12, members of Elks Lodge 2597, along with members of the Freedom of Road Riders Local 15 (FORR), hosted their annual toy distribution at the Elks Lodge in Forsyth. The distribution was possible through a grant from the Elks National Foundation, generous donations of toys, coats and money from the FORR at the Toy Run in November, Forsyth Family Dental and Jordan Valley Health Center for donations of toothbrushes, toothpaste, and dental floss; and Dollar General in Kirbyville and Spokane for allowing us to have donation boxes. We also

appreciate the amazing donation from Victorian Heart Company in Kirbyville of quilts, pillows, throw blankets, baby blankets, and crib sets. Seventy families (180 children) were able to pick out toys, hats, gloves, toys, food, and bedding for Christmas.

The Elks Lodge would like to thank all of our volunteers and donors for making this Christmas distribution such a success. We are very proud to be able to help our local families have a wonderful Christmas.

To find out more about our Elks Lodge or to become a member, please email us at BPOE2597@ gmail.com.

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want approval. When children act nicely, seize the opportunity to praise them. Once they are praised, they will begin to repeat that action.

• Treat children with respect as

you would an adult.

• If possible, plan activities appropriate for children to give them something enjoyable to do while adults visit.

Here are some suggestions for guests: • Under no circumstances should children be allowed to open

cupboards or drawers to investigate contents.

• Children should not touch or fondle breakable objects nor bother electronic equipment.

• Children should not be allowed to run inside the house.

• Children should use “inside voices.” They should say ex-

cuse me if they must interrupt someone who is speaking, or they should not interrupt at all.

• Children should never look in the refrigerator or help themselves to something unless invited to do so.

• Children should use good table manners.

Missouri property tax deadline is tomorrow

By Scott McCaulley, hometowndailynews.com The deadline for paying personal and real estate property taxes in Missouri is tomorrow.

Payments of the taxes must be posted by the end of the day on December 31 to avoid late penalties.

While several counties have had online payment as an option for several years, with the COVID-19 pandemic, most area county collectors are promoting and encouraging online payments to limit potential exposure and also cut down

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Snowflakes form high in the earth’s atmosphere when super-chilled water vapor crystallizes around a particle of dust.

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Pick up a magnifying glass and take a look at the next snowfall. The types of ice crystals you’re most likely to see are stellar crystals and hexagonal plates. Stellar crystals are lacy and star-shaped. They’re the ones you make when you cut a snowflake out of folded paper.

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Junior Auxiliary makes Christmas merry for more than 200 area kids

By KD Michaels, Staff Writer Amidst a year of chaos and change, the Junior Auxiliary of Taney County kept one tradition alive with the 11th annual Santa’s Gift House.

Approximately 285 children shopped for gifts for family and loved ones at one of three locations during this year’s festivities. An estimated 165 children attended the event at Branson’s United Methodist Church, up from about 140 last year. Two local schools also hosted Santa’s Gift House, with Bradleyville Elementary serving approximately 85 shoppers and another 50 participating at the Mark Twain Elementary School location.

Chaired by JATC member Marcia VanderLaan and cochaired by Sheryl Schiller, San-

ta’s Gift House is always popular with both children and parents alike, although this year’s Gift House was a bit different in appearance.

“There were a lot of changes as we tried to eliminate COVID exposure as much as possible,” said Schiller. “Santa canceled on us, and we did cancel the refreshment and craft tables. But, we did have an abundance of gifts for the children to choose from. Each child was allowed to choose four gifts, mostly handmade from Junior Auxiliary members and their friends. Normally, the gifts are 50 cents each.

This year there was no charge for the gifts, to help eliminate COVID exposure. We did, however, accept donations to help buy wrapping material and sup-

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plies for making gifts in 2021.

Each child was also given a special gift for themselves as they were leaving.”

The Junior Auxiliary, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping the children of Taney County, had considered canceling this year’s Santa’s Gift House.

Said Schiller, “We weren’t sure we should have this event, but it was more than worthwhile seeing all the children’s smiles.”

The annual Santa’s Gift House is more than just a oneday project. It is the result of a year’s worth of hard work and hundreds of hours dedicated to making gifts for area children to purchase for family and friends.

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Globe readers share New Year’s resolutions

By KD Michaels, Staff Writer As the new year approaches, our thoughts turn to our goals and aspirations for the coming months.

Many make resolutions or promises of things to change or im-

prove on in the future. Some opt for healthier lifestyles, while others vow to spend more time with family or friends, or to find ways to improve their personal circumstances.

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This New Year, our Branson Globe readers shared their New Year’s resolutions with us.

“My resolution is to quit chewing tobacco,” said reader Seth, while reader Glen vows to give up smoking for the new year.

Said reader Sharon, “I want to lose weight. I always make that resolution, but this year I plan to stick with it!”

Along the same lines, reader Linda said, “I plan to take better care of myself.”

Reader Chris has made a resolution to find a job she enjoys in the coming year, while Aidyn has made a vow to get out of his current living situation in an extended-stay motel and into an apartment.

“I am planning to travel more this year,” said Katy. “That was my plan last year before COVID came along.”

A mother of young children, Laura vows to “spend more individual time with each child.”

Letha’s New Year’s resolution is to “read the classics to the kids, one a month.”

Globe reader Lee and her husband have a unique resolution, “to celebrate people we love for what they can do, and not what they can’t.”

Cindy has resolved “to grow closer to God,” while Nola has made plans “to live in a spirit of daily gratitude.”

Darwin’s New Year’s resolution focuses on our community, “to help Branson make it next year, and to pray for all the businesses that will not be able to open, come April.”

Some opt not to make resolutions but instead find a word or a phrase to focus on in the coming year.

James will focus on “Health,” while Tammy is intent on “Hope.”

The new year has Pam focusing on “Thankfulness,” while Karen chose “Caring” as her word for the year.

Reader Randy is seeking “Wisdom” in 2021 and Lynda is concentrating on “Gratefulness and Discernment.”

Some readers stated that making resolutions is simply not in the plan.

“I am powerless to keep any resolutions,” noted Dyan. “So I will pray that God runs my life, one day at a time.”

Reader Karen added, “I don’t make New Year’s resolutions because I don’t want to disappoint myself. But this year I will be praying for calm in this chaotic time and the peace from knowing that Jesus is still the Master of the storm.”

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From the mouths of babes: Silly quotes and heartwarming words from kids

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one. If there are four, I get two and Justin gets two, but if there are FIVE, he might get three, and I would only get two, AND THAT’S NOT FAIR!” -Nancy B. *** “Sometimes God has to break your heart so he can come in-

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Our five-year-old grandson called his papa and said, “Papa you have to help me. My mom has grounded me for two weeks.

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“Also, Liberty Exposition Services for help with the pipe and drape we needed to separate the areas and to Bradleyville High School students and the older students at Mark Twain Elementary, who served as elves to help the younger kids at their schools go shopping.”

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It also takes the help and support of many local businesses and volunteers.

“The JATC would like to offer a special thank you to Tanger Outlet Mall for supplying us with shopping bags, Branson United Methodist Church for allowing us to use their Family Life

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Hollister schools invaded by ‘real’ Elf on the Shelf Submitted to Branson Globe Two Hollister principals brought excitement and holiday cheer to their students through Facebook posts of their school’s Elf on the Shelf. The thing that really brought excitement to the students? The Elf on the Shelf

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Hollister Early Childhood Center Principal, Mr. Mark Waugh, and Hollister Elementary Principal, Dr. Nina Henson spent the week of December 14 getting into mischief and posting it on

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Residential & Commercial MO.GOV Winters in Missouri bring the potential for dangerous snow and ice storms, which can lead to hazardous driving conditions, the loss of heat and electricity and other risks to life and safety.

Extended periods of sub- freezing temperatures can also pose hazards. The best way to prepare is to plan ahead and follow local weather forecasts and news reports. Also, think about the winter hazards discussed here.

Winter Driving Safety When it’s snowing or a major snow storm is in the forecast, there’s nothing more important for your safety and the safety or others than the decisions you make about driving. Avoiding a non-essential trip during a snow storm might not only prevent a traffic crash, it can allow road crews to clear roads more quickly and keep you from becoming stranded. Before hitting the road, decide whether the trip is really necessary. If you must drive when it’s snowing, here are some safety tips from the Missouri State Highway Patrol.

• Follow the local weather forecast and traffic reports. Plan travel during times when snow or icing are not in the forecast.

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• Check MoDOT’s Traveler Info Map for road conditions.

• Allow extra travel time and expect delays.

• Reduce speed and increase following distance. Drive based on conditions, NOT the posted speed limit.

• Focus 100 percent on driving because you have less control of your vehicle and less visibility. Use your headlights to increase your visibility to other drivers.

• Understand that bridges and overpasses often ice over sooner than other parts of the road.

• Place an ice scraper, battery

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booster cables, blankets, extra coats, gloves, water, non-perishable food, flashlight, and a bag of sand or cat litter in your trunk.

• Keep you gas tank at least half full.

• Travel with a fully charged cell phone. Park your vehicle before calling if you need help. *55 on a cellular phone connects you to the closest Missouri State Highway Patrol headquarters.

• Clear your vehicle’s windows completely before driving to ensure visibility.

• Never overreact or slam on the brakes. If you begin to slide, steer in the direction of the slide to regain control of the vehicle.

• Understand 4-wheel-drive vehicles may provide extra traction to get a vehicle moving in snow, but they are not better at braking or handling turns.

• If you must travel in a snow storm, let others know about your route, destination and estimated time of arrival.

• If you become stranded in deep snow and are idling the engine to keep warm, be sure to keep the area around the tailpipe clear to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning inside the vehicle.

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What to Do if You Get Stranded Staying in your vehicle when stranded is often the safest choice if winter storms create visibility so poor that you can’t see or if roadways are ice covered. These steps will increase your safety when stranded: • Tie a brightly colored cloth to the antenna as a signal to rescuers.

• Move anything you need from the trunk into the passenger area.

• Wrap your entire body, including your head, in extra clothing or blankets.

• Stay awake. You will be less vulnerable to cold-related health problems.

• Run the motor (and heater) for about 10 minutes per hour, opening one window slightly to let in air. Make sure that snow is not blocking the exhaust pipe—this will reduce the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.

• As you sit, keep moving your arms and legs to improve your

circulation and stay warmer.

• Do not eat unmelted snow because it will lower your body temperature.

• Huddle with other people for warmth.

Staying Safe In Your Home During a Winter Power Outage The loss of power and heat for extended periods during a winter storm can create potential safety risks in your home.

As families prepare to use generators and alternate heat sources to keep warm, it is essential that they are aware of the risks and hazards to ensure personal safety.

If you lose heat to your home, temporarily close off less essential rooms and remain in one area of the residence. Keep warm by wearing several layers of clothing, gloves and a wool hat. Eat regularly and drink ample fluids, but avoid caffeine and alcohol.

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McDonald’s gives a new car and golden arches to family whose autistic son draws them continuously Good News Network The owners of a Florida McDonald’s restaurant have bestowed some incredible holiday joy on one local family whose 15-year-old son with autism has been prolifically drawing

the golden arches since he was a little boy.

Tim and Tracy Johnstone met Devon two years ago after Hurricane Michael destroyed their McDonald’s building in Panama City.

Devon’s mom, Tiffany Winters, had posted on social media asking if anyone could recover the famous “golden arches” from the storm debris to give to her son.

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“Our team felt a lot of emotions after Hurricane Michael two years ago, and to be able to turn around that fear and grief when the golden arches came down and make that into a celebration for such a deserving kid makes this really special to us,” said Tracy.

So they kept in touch with the teen and wanted to make his holiday super special this year, “just like that day.”

On Wednesday, the restaurant owners surprised the family members, who live 40 miles from any town, with a much-needed new car.

The vehicle will ensure Devon can get to school and any doctor or therapy visits.

“This is so far above and beyond,” said Brent Winters, Devon’s father.

“To receive a car in a real time of need is going to change our lives.”

There were also gifts for Devon, including lots of art supplies.

“In a year of unprecedented challenges, we’re reminded of how an act of kindness can uplift one another,” said the Johnstone’s. “It was truly such an honor to see Devon’s face light up when he saw his gifts—and to know that we could help him and his family means everything.”

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The sandwich is made of two al gift cards before police caught and two Colorado National Guard staged the ordeal to get publicity Christmas treat: Overslices of Spam, a product of Hor- him in the electronics section of helicopters scrambled to save the for reality TV shows they were night at FAO Schwarz for boy as video footage of the enor- trying to pitch. mel Foods LLC, and Mondelez In- the big-box retailer. one NYC family NEW YORK (AP) — It’s like getting a peek at Santa’s workshop.

A New York City family had a most unusual holiday experience — spending the night at the FAO Schwarz toy store in midtown Manhattan, overlooking the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree.

The special night came from a collaboration between the wellknown toy store and Airbnb, which listed the special event earlier this month.

FAO Schwarz set up accommodations in their store, with a living room looking out on the giant tree, as well as a sleeping area and a dining table setup.

The lucky family had free run of the store, including the giant stepon keyboard known to many from the movie “Big.” They also got a shopping spree.

David Niggli, chief merchandising officer for FAO Schwarz, called it “an incredible holiday treat.”

“This is a great place just to get away from it all,” he said.

In a nod to the pandemic, the family had to prove New York City residency so as to avoid any need for travel, and the members had to live in the same household. Airbnb pledged the space would be cleaned according to their protocols.

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Police: Man steals mini snowplow, crashes into Target

BAY SHORE, N.Y. (AP) — A Long Island man has been arrested after a Christmas morning crime spree that gave new meaning to the term doorbuster.

It happened shortly before 2 a.m., Suffolk County police said, when Justin Shuffle stole a 2010 Bobcat skid loader, which is used to push snow, from a Bay Shore shopping center. He then crashed the mini snowplow through the front doors of a nearby Target.

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Shuffle, 33, of Deer Park, pleaded not guilty Friday to third-degree burglary and fourth-degree larceny.

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Parents convicted in ‘balloon boy’ hoax pardoned

DENVER (AP) — A couple convicted of criminal charges in the so-called balloon boy hoax that fascinated the country more than a decade ago were pardoned Wednesday by the governor of Colorado.

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BEIJING (AP) — McDonald’s is selling a sandwich made of Spam topped with crushed Oreo cookies Monday in China in an attention-grabbing move that has raised eyebrows.

Global brands from restaurants to automakers sometimes roll out offbeat products to appeal to Chinese tastes in the populous and intensely competitive market.

This is undoubtedly one of them.

“I thought it was delicious,” said a comment signed Feifei Mao Enthusiast on the Sina Weibo microblog service. “Is that because I love McDonald’s too deeply? Or is something wrong with my taste?”

Is there wintry weather in our forecast?

By Daryl Weather, Weather Forecaster We hope that everyone had a safe and wonderful Christmas! I still didn’t get that new sports car I asked for!

After a rather warm Christmas weekend in the Ozarks things look to change a bit for us here. Thursday will be BURRRR with temps in the mid to upper 30s.Another storm system embedded within

the larger upper level trough may move over the region late Thursday night and Friday, potentially bringing snow to the region. This is a big change from previous model solutions, so confidence is low

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1460 Wars of the Roses: Battle of Wakefield (Northern England), Duke of York killed and his forces soundly defeated by forces for King Henry VI 1703 Tokyo hit by Earthquake; about 37,000 die 1835 Georgia gold rush forces the Cherokees to move across the Mississippi River 1861 US banks stop payments in gold 1869 Philadelphia Knights of Labor forms 1873 American Metrological Society forms (NYC) weights, measures & money 1906 The All India Muslim League is founded in Dacca, East Bengal, British India Empire, later laid down the foundations of Pakistan 1922 Creation of the USSR formally proclaimed in Moscow from the Bolshoi Theatre, Soviet Union organized as a federation of RSFSR, Ukrainian SSR, Belorussian SSR and

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1950 Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia become Independent states within the French Union

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1963 Congress authorizes Kennedy half dollar 1972 US President Richard Nixon halts bombing of North Vietnam & announces peace talks 1973 1st picture of a comet from space (Comet Kohoutek-Skylab) 1985 IBM-PC DOS Version 3.2 released 1993 Vatican recognizes Israel

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1907 Abraham Mills’ commission declares Abner Doubleday invented baseball 1926 Chicago Tribune reports the Tigers threw a 4-game series to the White Sox in 1917 to help Chicago win the pennant (never substantiated) 1978 Ohio State dismisses Woody Hayes as its football coach 2008 NFL head coach Mike Shanahan is fired by the Denver Broncos 2018 Patrick Mahomes becomes only the 2nd quarterback in NFL history to throw for 5,000 yards and 50 touchdowns during KC Chiefs’ 35-3 win over Oakland Raiders; achieves both marks with 3rd quarter 89yard TD pass to Demarcus Robinson

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39 Titus, 10th Roman Emperor (79-81) and conqueror of Jerusalem, born in Rome (d. 81) 1851 Asa Griggs Candler, developed Coca-Cola 1865 Rudyard Kipling, English author (Jungle Book, Gunga Din-Nobel 1907), born in Bombay, British India (d. 1936) 1884 Hideki Tojo, Japanese Prime Minister during WW II (1941-44), born in Tokyo (d. 1948) 1914 Bert Parks [Jacobson], TV host (Miss America), born in Atlanta, Georgia 1920 Jack Lord, American actor (Steve McGarrett in

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2008) 1931 Skeeter Davis [Mary Penick], Dry Ridge Ky, singer (End of World) 1931 Ike Skelton, US Congressman (Democrat: 1977-2011), born in Lexington, Missouri(d. 2013) 1934 Del Shannon, American rock musician and songwriter (Runaway), born in Grand Rapids, Michigan (d. 1990) 1935 Sandy Koufax, American Baseball Hall of Fame pitcher (7 × MLB All-Star; World Series 1955, 59, 63, 65; perfect game 1967; Cy Young Award 1963, 65, 66; Triple Crown 1963, 65, 66; LA Dodgers), born in Brooklyn, New York 1940 James Burrows, TV producer and director (The Mary Tyler Moore Show, Cheers) 1942 Michael Nesmith, American rock musician (The Monkees), born in Houston, Texas 1945 Davy Jones, English singer (The Monkees), born in Manchester, England (d.

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