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February 2, 2024 • Volume 5, Issue #5
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Sharon Miner of Hollister walks to serve community
• Around Town...... 9B • Churches.......... 10B • Classifieds......... 11B • Food.................. 8B • Fun & Games.... 12B • Pets for Adoption �� 3A • Obituaries........ 11A • School News........ 8A • Features/Voices �� 1B • Weather........... 10A
BY CYNTHIA J. THOMAS, Staff Writer Each year at the Jerseys, Jeans & Jackets Bash, the Hollister Area Chamber of Commerce presents the “Heart of Hollister” Legacy Award to someone whose service to the community is exemplary. At the January 19 event, that award was presented to Sharon Miner of Hollister. Miner is likely a familiar face to anyone who regularly drives along Business Hwy. 65 past the roundabout and through downtown Hollister. Every day that the weather permits, she takes a walk, picking up trash along the way. Gary and Sharon Miner
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Sharon Miner on one of her daily walks (Photo courtesy of Sharon Miner)
moved to the Ozarks from Iowa, where Sharon said she regularly walked along the square mile of roads outlining their farmland. “People threw out their cans along the stretch before they got closer to the highway,” she said. She gathered up the cans, which could be turned in for five cents each in Iowa, and donated the money to her church’s missions projects or other good causes. After they relocated to the Ozarks, Sharon kept up the walks near their Fall Creek home. After moving to Taneycomo Terrace, she began doing the mile walk to the highway, another half mile SEE WALK TO SERVE, PAGE 6A
Branson seeks public input as it reviews financial KC Chiefs do it again! – SEE incentives, economic policies PAGE 2A. BY GARY J. GROMAN, Independent Journalist On January 29, 2024, the Branson Board of Aldermen held the first of three scheduled special meetings in the Council Chambers of City Hall. The purpose of this ...the night was a strange crossroads of past, meeting was to summarize present and something more. Branson’s economic development history, discuss development priorities, review key considerations for economic Been Thinkin’ About...The Kai- development policies, and begin gathering information serhof – SEE PAGE 1B. that may modify current policies or generate new policies to help ensure Branson’s continued economic success. The meeting clearly conveyed that this is just the beginning of collecting input for the recommendations that will be made to the board of aldermen at a special meeting currently scheduled for Thursday, February 29, 2024. The mayor, acting city administrator, and various aldermen stressed their desire for input from the residents and Branson businesses throughout the process. Alderwoman Ruth Tri-Lakes Denham said that the most Building & important part of the process Home Show is the input from citizens and
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Branson’s businesses. “We want to hear from each and everyone of you. Please, go to our website and reach out to us,” she said. Contact information for the aldermen is at www.bransonmo.gov/245/ Mayor-Board-of-Alderm, and for city staff, it is at www. bransonmo.gov/134/Departments. In addition, the public may also submit written comments by emailing publiccomment@bransonmo.gov. Alex Girard, Chief of Staff, City of Branson and acting City Administrator, said that the purpose of the meeting was to promote innovation, development and growth for Branson’s future. “In these discussions, we have a special opportunity to embark on a process of comprehensively evaluating the city’s long-term vision and priorities as a key objective to spur investment in existing and new business development,” he added. Joe Lauber, Branson’s City Attorney and Economic Development Counselor, made the initial presentation. He said that economic development is an area he is very passionate SEE PUBLIC INPUT, PAGE 6A
The route goes through the Kinney Bridge, which riders may recall from the original ride. (Photos by Cynthia J. Thomas)
Get ready for a ride: New Fire in the Hole to open in March BY CYNTHIA J. THOMAS, Staff Writer When Silver Dollar City reopens in March for its 2024 season, many guests will likely head for the new Fire District area to ride the second-generation Fire in the Hole. Fans responded to the December end of the original ride’s 50-year run with mixed emotions—nostalgia for their years of enjoyment and excitement for the new ride, which will incorporate
elements of the original with new state-of-the-art technology. Area media were recently invited to see progress made since the park closed its 2023 season, and the excitement among park communications and public relations staff was evident. At 1,512 feet of track inside a 5-story building, Duane Marden of Roller Coaster Database has described the new coaster as “the largest indoor coaster in
the Heartland.” A key addition in the second-generation ride is on-board audio in each car, enabling riders to hear more of the story on which the ride is based, in which the Baldknobber vigilante gang actually did set fire to an Ozarks mining town. Fiber-optic will make for more realistic fire and explosion scenes, and boxes of “prop” dynamite sitting in the scenes will add to the SEE FIRE IN THE HOLE, PAGE 6A
28th annual Home Show coming this month BY K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer The annual Branson Tri-Lakes Building and Home Show is coming soon. Commonly known as the Branson Home Show, the popular event is set from February 9-11. Enjoy browsing through the dozens of booths featuring ev-
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erything you need for building, remodeling or improving your home. Vendors are onsite to help
This year’s Home Show features 80 vendors and 100 booths. Some of the many vendors include
See our Home Show Special Section in this issue! with heating and cooling needs, flooring, gutters, siding, roofing, windows and so much more.
Boone County Door, Branson Hot Tubs and Pools, Branson Roof Co., Helitech, Precision Ga-
rage Doors, Pro Windows and Doors, S&H Farm Supply, Lowes, Lightspeed Electrical and so much more. The 28th Annual TriLakes Building and Home Show is open Friday, February 9, from 2 to 7 p.m.; Saturday, February 10, from 9 to 6; and Sunday, February 11 from 11 to 3.
Admission is just $8 for the entire weekend. The Tri-Lakes Building and Home Show will be held at Chateau on the Lake, located at 415 North State Highway 265 in Branson. For more information and a complete list of vendors for this year’s Home Show, visit their website, bransonhomeshow.com.
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W. 76 Country Blvd. lane closures through Feb. 6 Submitted to Branson Globe Intermittent lanes will be closed on W. 76 Country Blvd. from Dr. Good Drive to Forsyth St. through Tuesday, February 6, 2024, so that White River Valley Electric
Cooperative can replace utility poles in that area. One lane will remain open to traffic. Construction will be between the hours of 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. each day. Signs will be in place to de-
tour traffic around the lane closures and to meet traffic safety standards during the construction. This work is weather-dependent. Motorists traveling on this road are encouraged to be
aware of signage and work crews in the Work Zone. For questions regarding this project, please contact the City of Branson Public Works/Engineering Department at 417-337-8559.
Demolition begins on landmark Branson theater
Branson fans, like the folks at the Mickey Gilley Grand Shanghai Theatre, hope to cheer the Chiefs to another Super Bowl victory. Go Chiefs! (Photo by K.D. Michaels)
BY K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer Another Branson landmark will soon be gone. The theater that graces the west end of 76 Country Boulevard is being demolished. Construction on the venue began in 1990 and the 2,000 seat theater opened as the Ray Stevens Theater in 1991. Nationally known entertainer Stevens performed shows six days a week in the iconic theater, complete with camel-themed carpet, for three seasons. When Stevens decided to
leave Branson and return to touring, he leased the venue and it became home to the popular Country Tonite Show for the next decade. Stevens returned to Branson in 2005, again performing at his theater until selling the property in 2007 to the Rural Media Group. Renamed the RFD-TV Theatre, the venue brought in nationally known artists and specialty shows, many of which were featured on the RFD Television Network. In 2016, the Fee-Hed-
Former Ray Stevens Theater (Photo by K.D. Michaels) rick Family Entertainment Group of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee purchased the 41,000 square foot theater in a foreclosure auction for $3.2 million dollars, with the desire to have a presence in Branson. By 2019, the property was again listed for
sale, with ads on multiple commercial real estate sites. Demolition on the property began on Monday. The Branson Globe has not yet received information on the plans for the property, located at 4080 West 76 Country Boulevard.
KC Chiefs make history, Pampering and encouragement at The Brook’s Esther Day advance to Super Bowl again Submitted to Branson Globe calendar for Saturday, March pecially for women. Just as are worthwhile, and highly BY K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer The Kansas City Chiefs continue to make sports history. The Chiefs defeated the Baltimore Ravens in Sunday’s AFC title game and are heading to the Super Bowl, where they will take on the San Francisco 49ers. The Chiefs are now only the third team to play in four Super Bowls in a fiveyear span. The Missouri team won last year’s Super Bowl when they defeated the Philadelphia Eagles in a close game, 38-35. In 2021, the Chiefs lost to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. This year’s Super Bowl match-up is a repeat of Super Bowl 54 in 2020, when Kansas City beat the 49ers with a final score of 31-20. This will make the Kansas
City Chiefs’sixth Super Bowl appearance. They played in the first Super Bowl, in 1967, where they were defeated by the Green Bay Packers, and again in Super Bowl lV, in 1970, beating the Minnesota Vikings. If the Chiefs win Super Bowl LVlll, they will join the Pittsburgh Steelers, Dallas Cowboys and the New England Patriots as the only teams to win three Super Bowls in a five-year time span. Super Bowl LVlll is set for Sunday, February 11, at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. The stadium, home of the Las Vegas Raiders, was built in 2020. This will be the first time the stadium, which cost $1.9 billion to build, will host a Super Bowl.
God knew the young woman Esther in the Bible and had a plan and purpose for her, He has a special plan and purpose for each woman. The Brook wants to encourage women that there is hope, even for those recovering from traumatic situations and circumstances. “We are here to let them know they
Submitted to Branson Globe Voters in Stone County will decide on April 2 whether to approve a new ambulance district, an issue its supporters say could mean the difference between life and death. Since 1985, ambulance service has been provided by Mercy EMS and CoxHealth EMS, but both agencies have struggled recent-
ly to keep up financially. Reimbursements from patients, insurance companies and government sources like Medicare and Medicaid have failed to match the rising care costs. Both Mercy and CoxHealth seek support from voters to alleviate that strain and admit they’ve only been able to sustain services in rural parts of the Ozarks with tax subsidies.
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The new district would be funded by a one-half percent sales tax which — for reference— equals 50 cents more on a $100 purchase. This would make it possible to sustain our ambulance service in the county and add two additional ambulances in the County, serving Branson West, Crane, Galena, Hurley, Kimberling City, Reeds Spring, Blue Eye, Coney Island, Indian Point and McCord Bend. The District would be governed by an unpaid board of directors consist-
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ing of six elected individuals, similar to the design of boards at the helm of the E-911 Service and Health Department. The Stone County Commission would divide the county into six equal areas based on populations and a board member would be elected from each of the six areas for staggered terms. The Board would deliberate on several options, including but not limited to: • Establishing a Stone County EMS service with a director and staff. This SEE AMBULANCE, PAGE 4A
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Salvation Army seeking special volunteers for warming shelter BY K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer In an article that was published in the January 19 issue of the Branson Globe, I erroneously stated that the Salvation Army was operating a warming center both day and night, as was the House of Hope during the recent extreme weather. A message from Salvation Army Co-Director and Co-Pastor Lisa Roberson explained, “We do not have a warming shelter available 24-hours a day unless it is by our overflow agreement with
House of Hope. In those cases, we accommodate the extra need as required. As standard protocol, our building is available as a warming shelter Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.” Further discussions with Roberson explained that there is a need for volunteers to staff the warming center overnight, should the need arise. Said Lisa, “If some people are willing to go through the process of our safety training and be willing to stay over-
night, with a strong sense of responsibility that would be an answer to many prayers.” Salvation Army Director and Pastor Steve Roberson explained that prospective volunteers in the warming shelter would need to be at least 21 years of age because of some of the sensitive and legal natures of this type of service. Both men and women are encouraged to apply for this volunteer position. Duties for the warming shelter volunteers would vary, according to Steve.
“Monitoring and logistics would be the first thing. That includes setting up and taking down cots or whatever bedding is needed. But, if we had people that had cooking skills, etc., we could expand the possibilities.” Roberson explained the training required for the warming station, noting, “The first key requirement is our ‘Safe From Harm’ training that protects vulnerable people and the workers in critical social and legal positioning. It is a two-hour
Loaves and Fishes program offers warm meals BY K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer A popular service during the winter months provides a warm meal for anyone in need. Through the Loaves and Fishes program, a collaborative effort between several area churches and nonprofits, meals are offered four nights per week. “House of Hope is the lead agency in charge of coordinating host sites and running the social media platforms,” explained House of Hope’s Alex Sprinkle, Services Director. “Currently, Taney County has a free meal offered every Monday through Thursday from 6 to 7 p.m. The hope is to expand next winter, in offering a meal every day of the week, during the Loaves and Fishes operating season.” Each Monday the meal is served at House of Hope in downtown Branson. Tuesday’s meal is at New Beginnings Fellowship in Hollister. On Wednesday evening,
the meal is served at Sanctuary of Hope on Bee Creek Road, and each Thursday at Gateway Church on Keeter Street on the west side of town. “Each host site is in charge of finding volunteers and providing a meal at their location,” Sprinkle noted. “Christian Action Ministries has been a significant partner in the Loaves and Fishes feeding program. They have a mobile distribution at a different host site every week, ensuring that families who come have additional support to combat food insecurities. In addition, they are always willing to donate food to host sites.” Sprinkle continued, “The four host sites are scattered throughout the Branson area. The location sometimes provides easier access to different individuals in the community. On average, each location sees around 15 individuals who attend dinner each night, however, Gateway Branson, located
near Plato’s Cave, sees an average of 55 guests per night.” Unlike some nonprofits, Loaves and Fishes does not have a winter weather policy in place. Said Sprinkle, “The ultimate goal is that each night we have a warm meal available for guests who can attend. We have only had to cancel one night this season, due to icy road conditions. If the host site is unable to open, an announcement will be made on the Loaves and Fishes Taney County Facebook Page. Loaves and Fishes con-
tinues through the month of February. No determination has been made on when the program will kick off next winter. “We have one final month of Loaves and Fishes before the season ends,” said Sprinkle. “If you’re looking for a warm meal and community where someone remembers your name and learns your story, we hope you’ll join us. There’s always room at the table for you.” Stone County also has a Loaves and Fishes program, serving a warm meal seven nights a week, from 5:30 to
course that we offer and must be passed before anyone can volunteer or work with vulnerable populations through the Salvation Army. There will be other, less intense training on the areas that a person would be responsible for.” “If we were able to find qualified individuals to fill these roles, the needs are often spontaneous and last-minute due to weather or more desperate circumstances,” Roberson continued. “It would require an
all-night commitment and also a background security check because of the responsibilities. The candidates will represent the Salvation Army and must adhere to their rules and policies, as a volunteer and/ or worker.” Individuals interested in applying for this special volunteer opportunity should contact the Salvation Army office, by calling 417339-4434 or stopping by their office at 1114 Stanley Boulevard in Branson.
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‘Share a Heart Campaign’ to help local families of ill, injured children Submitted to Branson Globe On January 24, seventy McDonald’s Restaurants in the Ozarks began encouraging customers to support Springfield’s two Ronald McDonald Houses by donating $1, $5 or $20 and adopting a heart. With every heart adopted, the contributor will have an opportunity to enter a social media contest holding their signed heart with the message “I shared my heart #forRMHCozarks” for a chance to win one of four
$250 Great Southern MasterCard gift cards. For 37 days, this wonderful support will be evident with supporters sharing their hearts on social media. Over 40 mayors in the participating region are being asked to support the campaign by proclaiming February 12-18 “Ronald McDonald House Week” in their towns. McDonald’s of Branson, Forsyth and Hollister will proudly participate in the Share a Heart Campaign. On any given night, up
to 24 families of seriously-ill children are staying at Springfield’s two Ronald McDonald Houses. The Ronald McDonald House near Cox South Hospital has 14 bedrooms and has been welcoming families for over 35 years, and the 10-bedroroom Ronald McDonald House at Mercy Kids has been helping families for 11 years. More than 15,700 families have found a “home-away-from-home,” hope and comfort at Spring-
field’s Ronald McDonald Houses, including nearly 600 in 2023. Thanks to the generosity of the Ozarks, our families receive homecooked meals through the organization’s “Meals from the Heart” Program, laundry facilities, transportation to hospitals and support from volunteers and staff who truly care. The most needed and appreciated benefit is shared between families as they share hope, comfort and a true understanding of having
an ill or injured child. Over 15,700 families have benefited from Springfield’s Ronald McDonald Houses since opening including 1,253 Stone and Taney county families. One or more profiles of area families that stayed at our Ronald McDonald House this year will be displayed at the local McDonald’s Restaurants owned and operated by Andrew and Jennifer Ruprecht. For a video tour of both houses, family testimonials and more
information, visit https:/ / rmhcozarks.org. The 2024 Share A Heart Campaign is presented by McDonald’s of the Ozarks and continues to thrive with support from Leadership Sponsors. The campaign raised over $164,000 for Springfield’s Ronald McDonald Houses in 2023. Donations from the private sector provide 100% of the Ronald McDonald House operating expenses, which exceed $900,000 annually.
Last weekend’s 26th annual Wedding Expo a huge success BY K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer Branson’s much-anticipated and very popular annual Wedding Expo was held on Sunday. Approximately 250 people attended the event, which featured 25 vendors, according to Branson business woman and owner of Touch of Class, Lana Johnson, producer of the Wedding Expo. Prospective brides and grooms, along with friends and family members perused
the booths, finding ideas for wedding and reception venues, flowers, wedding cake, honeymoon destinations, bridal wear and so much more. Vendors included Branson Party Rentals, Rosewood Floral, Live Events Missouri, Four-States Dueling Pianos, The Barn at Cricket Creek, The Woods, Joyful Blooms, Alpha-Lit Springfield, Vacations by Christina, and Touch of Class, among others.
“I really loved Four-States Dueling Pianos,” explained Johonson, of one of the Expo’s highlights. “Such a fun idea for a wedding reception! They’re super-talented and play all of your favorite music—and take requests. I think it’s a super fun new idea for a reception. And, I always love seeing all the latest florals and wedding decor from Branson Party Rentals and Rosewood Floral. They do stunningly
beautiful work!” This year’s event, in a new location at the Clarion in Branson, did not include a full fashion show as in some year’s past, but did include live models throughout the event, modeling the latest in bridal wear and fashions for the bridal party. “The Clarion was wonderful to work with,” said Johnson. “I can’t say enough good things about the new ownership of the Clarion.
The venue really worked well for us.” This was Johnson’s 26th Wedding Expo, and the 25th annual expo she has produced. Her first event was held at the Branson Mall on 76 Country Boulevard. “The Wedding Expo creates an opportunity for brides and grooms to meet with local vendors and gather all the information under one roof to plan their entire wedding,” Johnson
explained. “There are also special discounts from the vendors, as well as fantastic prize drawings like $500 in gift certificates from Touch of Class!” Johnson continued,” We greatly appreciate the vendors and attendees for making the Branson Wedding Expo a fun event and a great success year after year.” For information on future events, visit bransonweddingexpo.com.
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surance and patients. This is how the Taney County Ambulance District (TCAD) operates. • Entering into contracts
with Mercy, CoxHealth, or both, with management provided by them. Subsidies would be allocated to the agency
to offset losses beyond what is collected from insurance and patients. • Engaging another existing agency to manage
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at St Andrew Presbyterian Church in Kimberling City, and Tuesday at Our Lady of the Cove Catholic Church, also in Kimberling City.
On Wednesday nights, the meals are served at Ignite Church of Reeds Spring, and on Thursday at First Baptist in Kimberling City.
Friday offers meals in two locations—United Methodist Church of Kimberling City and Life Song Church in Reeds Spring. On Satur-
day, meals are served at the Church of Christ in Kimberling City and on Sundays at the Reeds Spring Community Church in Reeds
Spring. For more information on the Stone County Loaves and Fishes program, contact Dennis at 785-564-0523.
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Branson Announces Plan to Spur Economic Development. Series of Meetings Launches Monday, January 28, 6pm at City Hall. Public Comment Encouraged. This January 29 meeting is the first in a series of three designed to evaluate the City’s current economic environment while working toward Branson’s long-term vision and development priorities -- ultimately spurring investment in existing and new businesses. January 29 6pm City Hall
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to the roundabout, and then back along Downing Street, picking up cans, water bottles and other litter as she goes. “It doesn’t all show up from your car,” she said. “There’s a lot of cellophane and paper.” At age 80, Miner is thankful for good health that allows her to walk regularly. “I
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about and one he likes to see his clients do well in. He said that this presentation would focus on the connection between economic policies and goals, while tomorrow’s presentation, on January 30, would discuss the available economic tools to achieve those policies and goals.
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want to keep it that way,” she laughs. However, in addition to her health, a primary reason for what she does is her concern for the environment. If trash isn’t collected, it endangers wildlife and goes into the water, creating safety and health hazards and destroying the beauty of the lake and streams that help make downtown Hollister and Branson special. “If
people don’t volunteer, then cleaning it up becomes a taxpayer expense,” she said. “I guess my motto is ‘Make America Clean Again!’” Accepting the award at the Chamber Bash, Miner reminded other attendees, “Teach your children and grandchildren to respect other people’s property.” She believes locals are responding to her example by
being more careful themselves, as she gets fewer bags of trash along her route than she used to, and some places along the creek near the railroad bridges that used to be particularly bad are much cleaner now. Miner didn’t know about the award in advance, but suspected something was up when city officials called her husband—rather than her—
and asked them to mark their calendar for a special event. Her daughter from Illinois then scheduled a visit that weekend as well, using the excuse that they need to buy something in Springfield. In addition to the award, Miner said the City of Hollister shows appreciation by providing her with a sweatshirt, T-shirt and gloves. Several other people have also expressed
thanks or even sent cards. Miner is committed to walking every day that the weather and her family schedule permit. “Some days I wake up and think, ‘Do I really want to walk today?’” she said. “But then I think about all the people I might miss, and I get up, and I walk.” So next time you see her, join other area residents in giving her a big smile and a wave of thanks!
After his presentation on the importance of effective policies, goals and priorities, the meeting was open to audience members for comments. Among others, these comments included consideration for the need for an indoor pool for sports, etc.; questions on how the priority for incentives would be determined; what advantage existing small businesses
might receive over external corporations that want to come in and develop; reducing permit fees; affordable workforce housing and the importance of having an adequate supply of quality workers. For more information, please go to the video stream of the meeting available at https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=SLeVNTMOnrw&t=507s.
In response to the question of one commenter about the incentives causing an increase in taxes, Attorney Lauber said that development from incentives results in “an increase in property tax revenues” because the development makes the property more valuable, but there is no increase in “the tax rate” because of the development. In response to a question on
prioritizing who gets incentives, he pointed out that it would be a matter of policy and goal setting, with the priority going to accomplishing the more important goals in the most timely manner. Another concern was using incentives where there would be no net revenue gain for the city. An example was an incentive to a large developer that significantly
increases tax revenues but at the expense of tax revenues from other existing businesses. A term used to describe it was “Cannibalization.” Based on the comments from the meetings and additional input from the public, recommendations for incentives and economic development are scheduled to be presented to the Board at a special meeting on Thursday, Feb. 29.
acters Patches, Wiley and Bugs will add some surprises as well. Crossing Kinney
Bridge—a familiar structure from the old ride—new technology will turn the sudden
downward drop into a feeling of the bridge collapsing. And the “oncoming train,” portrayed in the old ride by a “bright light in a coffee can,” is now a 3D print of the actual front of a train. Between lighted scenes, there is still plenty of darkness, as in the old ride, but with more audio enhancements. Staff members emphasized that it’s still definitely a family ride, though,
more about surprise than fright. The height requirements and safety recommendations remain the same as the original. Scenery and décor are currently being constructed by a creative/design team. Many of the background murals are being done by Ozark natives Adam and Aaron Wolken, whose internationally acclaimed work includes a mural in the
City’s Mystic River Falls ride as well as several in the Wonders of Wildlife Museum in Springfield. Along the route, riders will see much more realistic-looking “fire damage” to buildings, something Communications Manager Dalton Fischer said will add to the historical element but takes time to achieve through art and lighting. Guests will also be able to enjoy other new additions to the Fire District around the ride. A new walkway will lead to a 140-seat dining deck, where guests can enjoy a handmade pretzel or a hot dog from Sadie’s Pretzel Café while watching riders enjoy the relocated Fireman Flyer. And Red Flanders still hasn’t found his pants, but some look-alike pajama pants will be available at Flanders Dry Goods. Sadie’s Café will also help debut an enhancement to the Silver Dollar City app, as guests will be able to place mobile orders. Don’t worry, though; while the mobile app is continually being upgraded to provide a great guest experience, the popular paper “Pathfinder” will still be around. Using either method, be sure to check out the walkways in the area, around Foggy Hollow and Lake Silver, for some natural landscaping beauty while getting from one attraction to the other.
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(Special to Branson Globe) Branson High School’s 2024 Courtwarming King and Queen candidates and court have been announced. Pictured from left to right: Griffin Mehrhoff (Freshman), Madison McGoldrick (Freshman), Keira Bell (Sophomore), Gavin Pannell (Sophomore), Elliana Sutherland (Junior), Luke Adkisson (Junior), Larkin Currier (Senior), Kyler Lankton (Senior), Meg Roebuck (Senior), Andrew Bristow (Senior), Carmen Rys (Senior), Doug Newlin (Senior), Kaleah Morrison (Junior), Erik Campos (Junior), Taylor Reynolds (Sophomore), Benjamin Kirk (Sophomore), Mia Luna (Freshman) and Isaac Jackson (Freshman). The Courtwarming King and Queen will be crowned after the Junior Varsity game on Friday, February 9, at Branson High School. Plan to stay and root for the home team as the Branson Pirates face the Carl Junction Bulldogs. Tickets to the basketball game can be purchased at the door and are $4 for adults, $2 for students, free of charge for age 60 and above, and free of charge for Branson High School students that present a school ID. Branson Buchanan Intermediate student Soldier Christmas Box Drive Students from Buchanan Intermediate participated in a Soldier Christmas Box Drive. Fifth grade teacher and veteran, Mrs. Angelic Case, organized this initiative. “We were able to send care packages to 16 soldiers and they were so thankful,” said Buchanan Intermediate Principal Dr. Matt (Special to Branson Globe) Dean. Branson School District’s instructional spotlight: Physical Education Whether it was learning a new sport, competing for the
coveted President’s Physical Fitness Award, playing dodgeCoach Draper was nomball, or even appreciating how to line dance, we all remem- inated by his colleagues, ber PE. praising him for his ability According to the Missouri Department of Elementary & to meet the needs of his stuSecondary Education (DESE), Physical Education is defined dents and the genuine care he as a school-based instructional opportunity that provides shows to all. students with a planned, sequential, K-12 standards-based Dr. Samantha Henderson, program of curriculum designed to develop motor skills, Director of Special Services, knowledge and behaviors for active living, physical fitness, says, “Coach Draper is sigsportsmannificant in the lives of his ship, self-efstudents, and they fully en- Coach Mike Draper (Special to ficacy and joy their time with him. The Branson Globe) emotional inrelationships he builds and telligence. nurtures with all students and staff are admirable.” We are Students truly thankful for Coach Draper and the positive influence participate in he brings to our district. Like Dr. Swofford said, he is a true PE throughasset to our organization! out their edKeep those nominations coming! To nominate an outstanducational ing employee for the Pirate Proud honor, please use this link career devel- (Special to Branson Globe) https://bit.ly/3AytT1S to complete the nomination form. oping lifeGibson Tech Professionals of the Month recognized long healthy habits. While younger learners focus on spatial awareness, healthy social interactions like teamwork, sportsmanship, and cooperation, older students study fitness intensity levels, personal goal-setting and practice safe strength training techniques. “My favorite aspect of being a physical education teacher is witnessing the growth and improvement that all students make throughout the school year,” says Coach Preston Carson, PE teacher at Buchanan Intermediate. Coach Carson shares the long-term benefits when students stay physically active. “It’s important for all students TOP: DeVors BOTTOM: Melton TOP: Holloway BOTTOM: Thompson (Special to Branson Globe) to learn the skills that we cover, as it helps them stay phys- (Special to Branson Globe) ically active not only during their time at school but also throughout their post-school lives,” says Carson. Our Physical Education staff is committed to creating an environment where students can cultivate a positive attitude towards physical fitness, and prepare them for an active, healthy and productive lifestyle. First Pirate Proud honoree of 2024 To kick off 2024, Branson Public Schools has recognized Mike Draper as the January Pirate Proud recipient. Coach Draper has worked with our Special Services Department for Gibson Technical Center recognized four students from its two years as an Adaptive P.E. Coach across several of our Health Technology and EMT programs as the January Profescampuses. He also serves as a Branson High School boys bas- sionals of the Month. ketball assistant coach and the head girls tennis coach. Congratulations to Emma Melton of Branson High School,
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Music educators honor All-State high school musicians at annual conference BY CYNTHIA J. THOMAS, Staff Writer From January 22 to 27, music teachers from across Missouri gathered at the Margaritaville Resort, Lake of the Ozarks, for the 86th Missouri Music Educators Association (MMEA) In-Service Workshop and Conference. Each year, choral and instrumental music teachers attend workshops, exchange ideas, renew friendships and enjoy guest performances by school ensembles from around Missouri.
The conference theme for 2024 was “A Drop in the Bucket: The Ripple Effect of Missouri Music Education.” Research has consistently demonstrated that studying music not only benefits students socially and emotionally but also enhances academic performance skills. A highlight of every MMEA conference is the All-State Concert held on the final day, with proud families and friends joining educators to hear the All-State Choir, Band, Jazz Ensemble and Orchestra.
Makenzie Holloway from Branson, Laci Thompson from Galena, and Keili DeVors from Reeds Spring. Hollister Alumni Games February 10 The 15th Annual Hollister Alumni Games are scheduled for February 10. Basketball and volleyball games will take place at Hollister High School. To sign up a team or for more information, contact Kyle David at 417-294-5656. Proceeds of the event go to the Hollister Alumni Athletics Scholarship. Spectators’ admission is $5 for adults, $3 for students, 5 years and under get in free. Concessions will be available and put on by Hollister’s Project Graduation team. Hollister Band students perform in district band, director receives award Seven Hollister High School students earned the honor to perform in the 2024 South Central MMEA District Band on January 20 at Nixa High School’s Aetos Center for the Performing Menter, Barney, Hebert, Linn, Stevens, Jackson, Arts. Represent- Reed (Special to Branson Globe) ing Hollister were Ben Stevens (2nd Chair Clarinet), Luke Jackson (2nd Chair Tuba), Emily Menter (4th Chair Percussion), Becky
Earlier in the week, the All-State Children’s Choir and The Collective, a group performing all-original music, were featured. All-State ensembles are determined by a rigorous selection process, starting with students trying out for regional All-District honor groups. From those, auditions are held for AllState. During MMEA conference week, an esteemed guest conductor is invited for each group. Participating students describe it as a tough week, rehearsing some very challenging
music, but also an awesome time of collaboration resulting in lasting friendships. “This music challenges students to give their best, but it’s not just about the music,” said Col. Don Schofield, commander and conductor of the U.S. Air Force Band and guest conductor for the 2024 Missouri All-State Band. “What you see being developed here are leadership skills, interpersonal skills and so much more.” Dr. Soo Han, conductor for the All-State Orchestra,
Barney (2nd Chair Horn) and Vivian Hebert (2nd Chair Euphonium). All-Distict Honor Band Members included Josh Reed (2nd Chair Euphonium) and Katherine Linn (2nd Chair Bass Clarinet). Linn was also awarded the district’s scholarship for a senior entering music education. In addition to the student honors, Hollister High School and Middle School Band Director, Mr. Nathan Spurling, was recognized with the John East Spirit of Orpheus Award. This award is given yearly to a band director who is an outstanding mentor to young music educators. Lady Wolves add another win Reeds Spring High School’s girls basketball has won three of its last four games. The Lady Wolves defeated Hollister 5330 on January 25. Allie Johnson led the team with 15 points. Emmarae Thompson and Kylie Fitzwater each scored 11. Wrestling: The RSHS wrestling team beat Cole Camp 5424 and lost to Eldorado Springs 43-35. Shane Pearson had a pinfall victory at 126 pounds. So did Miles Hodges at 132, Gabriel Miller at 165, and Spencer Michaud at 285. At the Big 8 JV Tournament, Bobbee Carlile won the 215-pound weight class and Lucas Wattenbarger won at 285. Peyton Hulbert finished second at 215. Nominations sought for Wolf in the Darkness Award Every year, the Reeds Spring School Foundation recognizes a community member with the Wolf in the Darkness Award. The ideal candidate is someone who serves others and makes the community better without seeking attention.
agreed. “Music gives voice to all that is great about the human experience,” he stated. All the conductors thanked parents and teachers for their support, acknowledging the sacrifices of time and finances that come with excellence. Area students in 2024 All-State ensembles included Adelaide Allen, Cedar Ridge Intermediate, Children’s Choir Damian Arambulo, Branson, Choir Mark Ledbetter, Branson, Choir
Tucker Miller, Branson, Choir (honorable mention) Aron Harris, Branson, Jazz Ensemble (alternate) Aaron Busing, Branson, Band (alternate) Katherine Linn, Hollister, Band (honorable mention) Your Taney and Stone County music teachers appreciate the support of parents and administrators as they contribute to the “ripple effect” by providing students with skills that can be enjoyed for a lifetime.
The previous recipients are Murriel Mills, Ray Blevins and Shirley West Mease. This year’s winner will be announced at the Reeds Spring School District’s Third Annual Excellence Awards Ceremony on April 20 at Chateau on the Lake. If you would like to nominate someone, please visit the website below and explain why the person is so deserving. https://www.rs-wolves.com/wolfdarkness. Reeds Spring Primary School Learners of the Month
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Capitol Report rate is significantly higher than the national veteran suicide rate. “We have a lot more veterans committing suicide than the general public,” the bill sponsor said while presenting his bill to the committee. “Every Missourian BY BRIAN H. SEITZ, can make a difference. It State Representative for the does not really matter what the number is. Just one is 156th District in Missouri too many.” Preventing veteran sui- MOBUCK$ bill primed to move forward cide The Missouri House The Missouri House VetCommittee on Financial erans Committee, of which Institutions is reviewing I am a member, heard teslegislation advocating for timony on a proposed bill increased funding for the that would task the Missouri Veterans Commission with highly valuable MOBUCK$ expanding its work to pre- program, designed to assist local lenders in reducing vent veteran suicide. Under HB 1495, the com- interest rates for eligible mission would be required buyers in the state. Through to team up with the Mis- MOBUCK$, lenders can souri Department of Mental lower interest rates by 2-3 Health to provide recom- percent, with over 140 lendmendations and implement ers in the state participating, measures, programs, treat- enabling qualified borrowment options, additional aid, ers to enjoy these savings. House Bill 1803 proposor any necessary assistance es increasing the program’s to prevent veteran suicide, annual budget from the curcontingent on available rent $800 million to $1.2 funding. billion, responding to the A U.S. Department of overwhelming popularity of Veterans Affairs report the program. The program, shows that across the U.S., 6,392veterans died by a sui- which reopened on January cide in 2021, marking an 2 after a pause in May of increase of more than 100 the previous year, garnered lives from the previous year. significant attention. State In Missouri, 185 Missouri Treasurer Vivek Malek remilitary veterans died by ported receiving 142 applisuicide that year, and the cations totaling more than 2023 federal report says $119 million within six Missouri’s veteran suicide hours of reopening.
The bill sponsor highlighted that borrowers, initially facing a 10 percent interest rate, could see their loan rates reduced to as much as 6.5 or 7 percent by utilizing this program. “When I was in banking, I contacted individuals because this was a terrific opportunity for them,” the bill sponsor said. “The MOBUCK$ is a proven program that helps farmers and small businesses save on their bottom lines by providing a break on loan interest, and I have not had an individual come in who did not want to participate in this program.” Senior Citizen Property Tax Credit Rising property taxes have hit those on fixed incomes the hardest and last year’s bill was an effort to provide our seniors some relief, but we want to work with our county officials clear up any confusion in the law and help our seniors stay in their homes by keeping these property tax increases in check. Last year, the Missouri Legislature passed Senate Bill 190, which provides state income tax relief for senior citizens and gives voters or county officials the ability to adopt an ordinance freezing real property taxes for eligible senior citizen homeowners. In July 2023, the Missouri Association of Counties
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LAVITA MARY MATTHEWS, NEWMAN, 89, HOLLISTER Lavita Mary Mathews Newman, (Mary), entered her eternal reward January 23, 2024, at the age of 89 years, three months, and six days. Mary was born October 17, 1934, to Claude Lee and Sedenia Mary Mathews of St. Louis, Missouri, the eighth of eleven children. In 1985, Mary graduated from North Arkansas College in Harrison, Arkansas, with a degree in Licensed Practical Nursing. She specialized in geriatric care. While working at a local nursing home, she cared for Mrs. Elizabeth Clark, wife of Dr. M. Graham
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have experienced property tax increases as high as 40% over the previous assessment period in some counties. The Senior Citizen Property Tax Credit is designed to preserve the homeownership for senior citizens by protecting senior citizen homeowners from increases in their property tax assessment. Senate Bill 190 empowers citizens to
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volunteered at the Taneyhills Library Thrift Store for several years. She was an avid reader. She read almost every large print book in the library. Mary accepted Jesus as her Savior as a small child. On the day Israel became a nation, May 14, 1948, she received the baptism of the Holy Spirit. She lived a life devoted to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and loved attending church at New Life Temple, Hollister. In addition, she was a generous and purposeful supporter of Christian Missionaries in Haiti and the Philippines. She was preceded in death by her son, Kevin Charles
Newman, and her daughter, Mary Newman Thornton, who likely received her home with joyous laughter and excited chatter. She was also preceded in death by one granddaughter, Brandy Newman. Mary is survived by four children: Keith and Wendy Newman, of Windom, Minnesota; Kent Newman of Parker, South Dakota; Joyce and Jeff Sidfrid of Houston, Texas; and Gaye Lisby of Branson, Missouri. She is also survived by 14 grandchildren: Kevin Newman Jr., Jacob Lisby, Bethany Lisby Stabo, Sarah Lisby Graham, Jesse Lisby, Tyler Jennings, Samantha Newman Crawford, Richard
Newman, Tiffany Thornton, Jessica Thornton Gragg, David Thornton, James Newman, Angelina Newman, and Marissa Newman; 14 great-grandchildren: Kitiana and Thomas Newman, Josiah, Miranda and Noa Stabo; Adelaide and Genevieve Lisby; Timothy and Matthew McGugin; Johnathan and Liara Gragg; Sebastian Newman; Archer Newman and Baby Graham coming in July. She is also survived by one sister, Juanita Ewing of Florissant, Missouri. Services were held January 30, 2024, at New Life Temple, Hollister, Missouri, with a visitation, memori-
al service and light lunch following the service, in the family center of New Life Temple. Pastor Danny Burd officiated. Mary will be buried at a later date in Turnbough Cemetery, near Steelville, Missouri, the ancestral land of her people. Mary loved fresh flowers; or for a lasting memorial, a gift may be made in Mary’s name to New Life Missions, 3077 U.S.-65 Business, Hollister, Missouri 65672. Services and cremation were under the direction of Cremations of the Ozarks. To leave an online condolence or share a memory, please visit www. cremationsoftheozarks.com.
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...the night was a strange crossroads of past, present and something more.
Been Thinkin’ About...The Kaiserhof deep indigo to sheer black. Polar winds whistle down the old main street on Friday night. Back in the ‘30s, this street would have been crowded on a night like this, but no more. Small farm towns are mostly shadows of their once-bustling past. BY JOSHUA HESTON The last of the staid couStateoftheOzarks Media & Design ples are sitting down to small owering grain bins are tables draped in fine red as dark silhouetted for- a livelier crowd at the bar tresses framing an equally in the room over begins to dark prairie horizon beneath gather, the smell of schnitzel millions of crystal stars as and beer wafting in the air. the Illinois sky fades from That December night, now
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so many years ago, was my first introduction to German food. More than that, the night was a strange crossroads of past, present and something more. I’m proud of my Welsh ancestry — my first Gwinn family members having arrived in North Carolina in the early 1720s — but a good chunk of my family is Pennsylvania Dutch, early German settlers who sailed across the tempestuous Atlantic before Pennsylvania was a state. They brought their cui-
sine with them then, too, with roast meats and roast potatoes and gravies and noodles gracing the tables of farm families across the Midwest and into the Missouri River Valley as early as the 1830s. During World War I, a manic hatred of all-things German developed, fueled by yellow journalism and that too-often human need to band into angry tribes. German families changed their names. Old World ways were banished to the past. In short order, American fam-
ilies with German ancestry across the Midwest and the Ozarks became as American as everyone else... and sometimes even more so. Twenty years later, those families patriotically send their sons to war in Europe to defeat the Nazis and something strange happened in the process. More than one young man wandering the bombed out streets of Berlin or Dresden would stumble upon place names echoing his own families.’ War trophies brought back would be hung upon
walls or placed in glass cases, old war ghosts yes, but the hatred of the past had somehow been exorcised. The Old World could be remembered again fondly, proudly, echoes of an earlier time and place, and something nostalgic, like Big Band music echoing faintly in the night. The crowd at the bar is louder now, mostly men. Gary McCartney — farmer, bartender, restaurant owner, Irishman — is busily pouring drinks. We belly SEE BEEN THINKIN’, PAGE 5B
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s you review your Taney County Real Estate and Personal Property Tax bill for 2024, notice that you are paying for the Library Tax that was passed by a 40-vote majority. An Ole Seagull is curious, if you had read the following, would it have encouraged you to vote or how you voted? An Ole Seagull knows it’s against the “flag, motherhood, and apple pie” to even question the need for a new library. But you can’t tell a library tax by its cover. Marcia-Schemper-Carlock, Director of the Taneyhills
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Community Library, was asked the following questions. Her responses with the Ole Seagull’s comments in [Brackets] are: Q. Is it fair and accurate to say that as of this date, the governing board of the TANEYHILLS LIBRARY CLUB has made no official publicly announced determination that the Taneyhills Library will be closed if the voters do not approve the Library Tax on August 8? A. The Taneyhills Library board voted on the closure in their May 8, 2023, board meeting. The Taneyhills Library has been open and honest about the closure and has announced it in the press, on the front page of its website, in meetings with volunteers, at multiple community presentations, and throughout the campaign. [An Ole Seagull finds it interesting that after decades of operation, the Board votes
to close it so close to the announcement of the Sub District Tax vote. It adds new meaning to “Save our Library.” An Ole Seagull could be wrong. But it’s inconceivable to him that the community that has supported this library for decades will let it ride off into the sunset if this tax fails. Still, it could happen, and besides, what’s an election without a great “scare tactic?”] Q: Is it correct that the voters in the Branson Hollister School Sub District (Sub District) will approve two separate taxes with one vote, an increase in their Real Estate Tax and an increase in their Personal Property Tax? A: Correct. [According to information received from the Taney County Assessor and Collector, the Real Estate Tax for a residence assessed at $33,250 would increase
about $59.85. It doesn’t end there! There will also be an increase in Personal Property Tax. If your Personal Property Tax on your vehicles, etc., is assessed at $15,000.00, that adds a $27.00 more in annual taxes. That is a total Library Tax increase of $92.25 for this example.] Q: What are the total tax revenues in the first year if the Sub District Voters approve the tax levy on their Real Estate and Personal Property Taxes? A: It will be approximately $1.6 to $1.7 million. Q: As of this date, does the Taney County Library Board have a tentative budget for the first year of operation if the tax is approved? A: Yes, they do. Q: How much is that budget? A: $1.6 to 1.7 [Million]. [Is the Ole Seagull the only one that’s not surprised that the tentative budget will
use all the $1.6 to $1.7 million the new tax will raise?] Q: What is the current total amount of all library-related salaries estimated for 2023? A: As my father would say, “Not enough.” Q: If approved, what is the estimate of all library-related salaries estimated for the first year the Sub District receives tax proceeds? A: We’re looking at $423,000 for that. That includes a full-time Library Director, which we currently do not have…We currently have two full-time library clerks, one full-time manager, and a part-time Library Director (me). We are unable to offer benefits. We have at least 12 volunteers that help cover tasks at the Circulation, processing books and shelving.” [An Ole Seagull believes that’s just the beginning of SEE OLE SEAGULL, PAGE 8B
Reflections: Where are you, God?
BY CYNTHIA J. THOMAS Staff Writer
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ast Tuesday marked the one-year birthday of “Baby Gil,” our preemie grandson born at just 24 weeks gestation. On my son’s social media page last week, he shared that either he or his wife spent 168 days of the past year at the hospital with the baby— not easy with two other kids to care for, a full-time
job, and serving as worship pastors at their church. But in the same post, he shared that even during those long days of uncertainty, they felt God’s presence. The day after Gil’s birthday, my morning devotional included Jeremiah 29:13, “You will seek Me, and find Me, when you seek Me with all your heart” (NIV). It’s easy to believe God is with us and hearing our prayers when we’ve just heard an inspirational sermon, or when a worship song or hymn really resonates with us. Or maybe when we’re hiking the lakeshore trail on a gorgeous afternoon. But what about the hard days? That’s when I have to
remember that the passage in Jeremiah was written to a faithful remnant after Israel entered Babylonian captivity. It wasn’t an easy situation, but God promised they would find Him even then, if they sought Him wholeheartedly and remained faithful to His commands. We can seek God when our baby’s NICU monitor alarms are going crazy. When our job ends due to budget cuts. When the doctor says, “All we can do is try to keep her comfortable.” And we will find Him. In the ICU or the ER; in an emergency budget meeting; at the food pantry where we used to volunteer but now need help ourselves; when a family member has made
some bad choices. Nowhere does the Bible say things will always be easy—in a fallen world, Jesus says we “will have trouble” (John 16:33). But He also assures us He is with us and has overcome the Enemy of our souls. Unquestionably my best role model for seeking, and finding, God in every circumstance, was my dad. After a bad fall and time in rehab, then home care, and finally long-term care following more health issues, he still closed every prayer—at meals, at the day’s end, when praying with visiting family—with the words, “May we ever be mindful of Your presence with us.”
Dad prayed that prayer for as long as I can remember, even during painful times such as the deaths of my mother, stepmom and sister. And after seeing the peace it brought as his health and his earthly life were winding down, I now take it more seriously in my own prayers. Please, God, help us remember, no matter what, that You are with us. “Are You There, God?” inspired by my dad’s prayers, resonated with readers when it appeared in the Assemblies of God “Live” paper and on my blog. You can find it at https://www.cynthiajthomas.com/blog/are-you-theregod. I pray it encourages you!
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t was cold and dark outside that Wednesday evening. So, I grabbed my coat hanging next to the door as Robin, my wife, and I were leaving to attend midweek Bible study. Since my vehicle was already warm, I just laid my coat in the backseat. When we arrived at the building, I deposited my coat in my office. After Bible study I began locking doors and turning out lights. But as I started out the door into the cold night air, I was reminded that my coat was hanging in my office. I hastily retrieved it and as I walked through the darkness of the church building, I slipped it on.
On our way home we stopped at Walmart. Robin began walking ahead of me pushing a cart in the direction of those things that interested her. I walked towards the sections that interested me (clearance). Along the way I stopped and chatted with the manager and another employee. After visiting every clearance section in the whole store and speaking to everyone I met, I began to look for my wife. As I approached her, she started to laugh uncontrollably. “What’s so funny?” I asked. She immediately pulled out her phone and snapped a picture of me. Through tears of jocularity she exclaimed, “You are wearing MY coat!” And indeed, I was. How embarrassing! I wondered why I had so much trouble with the buttons. I immediately took the coat off and carried it for the rest of our shopping trip. As I left the store, still carrying my wife’s coat, I said to her in
a shivering voice, “It’s not that cold out here.” How did this happen to me? What is my defense? 1. My coat is very similar to my wife’s coat. 2. I believed I was wearing the correct coat. 3. I was sincere in my desire to wear the correct coat. Yes, I was sincere, but I was sincerely wrong. For many in the religious world they believe that sincerity is the most important element in their relationship with God. And yet, it is not. Please do not misunderstand me. No one will be in heaven unless they have a sincere desire to please God. But sincerity, alone, does not make wrong actions correct. Jesus said, “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth” (John 4:24). “Spirit and truth” are two elements that are REQUIRED in order for us to have an acceptable relationship with God.
“Spirit” has to do with our desire to please God. What is your motivation? Are you sincere? That is; do you desire to please God because you love Him (John 14:15)? The second requirement, “truth”, means our actions are spot-on because they are according to what God has specifically said. Truth is synonymous to God’s word/ instructions (John 17:17). Only an individual who sincerely obeys God’s instructions will be set free from sin (John 8:32). Sadly, many religious people base their soul’s security on what “they feel in their heart.” They think that if “their religion” is similar to what they find in the New Testament, then, it is a correct faith. Paul made it plain that there is only one correct faith/teaching (Eph. 4:5; 1 Cor. 1:10). Anyone who teaches anything other than that one faith/gospel is accursed by God (Gal. 1:6-9). Because of failure to investigate closely (Acts 17:11)
some people believe that they are actually pleasing God as they continue to be a part of a church that does not belong to Christ (Mat. 16:18; Acts 20:28). These people are sincere in their desire to be a part of the one New Testament church that belongs to Christ, but they are sincerely wrong (Eph. 1:22-23; 4:4). Jesus said that there would be many lost religious people at the Day of Judgment. Will they be lost because they were insincere, that is; lacked the proper spirit/desire to please God? No! It will be because they failed to correctly follow God’s word/truth and therefore are displeasing to Him (Mat. 7:21-23). Read the account of the Ethiopian’s conversion in Acts 8. He was very religious and sincere. Yet he was obviously lost. (Mat. 7:21-23) Are you wearing the correct coat?
Lonely is the road BY HAVLIN Lonely, lonely is the road of life, we say Oh, how long must we pay and pay? But wait, wasn’t there another So much Greater than we Who walked that same road for all to see? Did He complain and wail about woe?
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ear Dave, I switched to a deb-
it card so that the money I spend comes directly from my checking account. But I still have a problem some months with overspending and buying things I shouldn’t. Do you think I should stop using my debit card? Debbie Dear Debbie, When I made the decision to get intentional with my money, I just used cash. It’s hard to spend it when you don’t have any on you. It’s a tough thing, I know, but you have to make a conscious
decision to start living differently. You’ve got to get mad at the things that steal your money a dollar or two at a time enough to take action. Try looking at your life as a whole, not a moment at time. All the moments you’re living right now will have either a positive or negative effect on your future. I decided I wanted the greater, long-term good, so I gave up on the short-term stuff. Debit cards are great tools. You can’t spend money you don’t have with them like
you can with a credit card. But you’ve still got to budget very carefully for each month, and give a name and a job to every single penny of your income. Otherwise, you can still overspend. —Dave Dave Says...Put the money in your own pocket Dear Dave, Are home warranties a waste of money if you already have a fully-funded emergency fund containing six months, or even more,
of expenses set aside? Jodie Dear Jodie, I don’t do extended warranties because they’re not a good deal. In my mind, you’re better off to self-insure against damage or things breaking down. That way, you can put what would have been profit and marketing dollars for the extended warranty company in your own pocket. I mean, think about it. If you buy something, but can’t afford to fix it if something
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goes wrong, it’s not really a smart move to buy it in the first place, is it? I always recommend an emergency fund of three to six months of expenses to cover the unexpected things that life will throw at you. In most cases, this amount of cash—sitting in a good money market account with check writing privileges— will allow you easy access in the event of unexpected expenses or a financial emergency. —Dave
Stock Market Insights: Stocks shuffle along, set new record highs
DR. RICHARD BAKER, AIF®, is the founder of and an executive wealth advisor at Fervent Wealth Management. https://www. facebook.com/Dr.RichardBaker
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liff Young, a 61-year-old potato farmer, shuffled down the highway for over five days straight to win a grueling 543-mile ultra marathon in 1983. It was his first
race, and he ran it wearing overalls and work boots, beating the next runner by 10 hours. He beat the best athletes in the world who were half his age because while they stopped each day to rest, he never did. He ran nonstop, shuffling along slowly but surely, just like the stocks did the last couple of years. Little by little, the S&P 500 index, often called the “the market,” hit a new alltime high. It took longer than usual at over two years, but it finally hit a new peak on Friday, January 19, 2024. The new high came after stocks stumbled out of the gate to
start 2024, but the S&P 500 has found its footing and broke out to hit a record high. This new high seems a little sweeter to investors because of the bumpy ride they had to endure to get here. The stock market’s negative returns in 2022 were the worst since the Great Recession. Frankly, most of 2023 didn’t feel that much better. There were 512 trading days from peak (January 3, 2022) to peak (January 19, 2024). Of those, 263 ended the day with negative returns, and 249 days were positive. The market hit its bottom on October 12, 2022, when the
S&P 500 finished negative 25% from the previous high. Things started turning around on October 30, 2023, when the Fed signaled, they had finished raising rates. So now what happens? No one can know for sure, but we can look at history for some insights. The longer-than-normal stretch between highs (the average time from peak to peak is 289 days, or about nine months) suggests above-average returns going forward. Historically, when stocks have had at least one year between new S&P 500 highs, over 90% of the time
the market has been positive a year later, with an average rate of return of almost 12%, according to LPL. While this new record high for stocks is encouraging, investors will need to keep an eye on the overall backdrop of the economy and markets. As you know, things can change quickly, especially during an election year. In the accounts I’m managing, I am in a neutral weighting to stocks with a slight lean toward large-cap growth stocks. With the world in a slight mess, I am also overweighting to domestic versus in-
ternational stocks until an opportunity presents itself. Cliff Young’s family didn’t have a horse, so when storms scattered their sheep, he would run nonstop for up to three days to gather their 2,000 sheep. He shuffled along in the marathon at the same slow pace he used on the farm. So, while he dressed like he had just come from the field, this proverbial tortoise broke the race’s all-time record. I hope stocks keep shuffling along like Cliff Young and keeps setting new record highs. Have a blessed week! www.FerventWM.com
The top benefits of buying a multi-generational home
BY HEATHER TANKERSLEY, REALTOR®, provides services for residential, commercial, land and lake properties in the Branson Tri-Lakes area.
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as the idea of sharing a home with loved ones like your grandparents, parents, or other relatives crossed your mind? If so, you’re not alone. More buyers are choosing to go this route and buy a multi-generational home. Here’s a look at some of the top reasons why, to see if a home like this may be right for you too. Why Buyers Are Opting for Multi-Generational Living According to the National Association of Realtors
(NAR), two of the top reasons buyers are opting for multi- generational homes today have to do with affordability buyers are focused most on cost savings – with 28% saying this was a key reason for them. By pooling their resources with others, they can share financial responsibilities like mortgage payments, utilities, and to make homeownership more affordable. This is especially helpful for those first-time homebuyers who may be finding it tough to afford a home on their own in today’s market. Buyers are also turning to multi-generational homes so they can more easily afford their dream home. Both firsttime (28%) and repeat buyers (18%) chose to live with others so they could buy a larger home. When everyone chips in and combines their incomes, that big dream home with more space could be more within reach. But multi-generational
living isn’t just about the financial side of things. According to the same study from NAR, 23% of repeat buyers chose to buy a multi-generational home to make it easier to care for an aging parent. Many older adults want to age in place and a multi-generational home can help make that possible. For those older adults, it gives them an opportunity to maintain their quality of life while being surrounded by their loved ones. As Axios explains: “Financial concerns and caregiving needs are two of the major reasons people live with their parents (and parents’ parents).” Lean on an Expert Finding the perfect multi-generational home isn’t as simple as shopping for a regular house. That’s because there are more people with even more opinions and needs to be considered. It’s like solving a puzzle, and the pieces need to fit just right.
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Area Entertainment: Reza Live Theatre announces star-studded lineup for 2024
BY LINDA PAGE Entertainment Writer
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ast Saturday Reza was on Facebook Live to announce the exciting lineup for 2024 at his newly-named Reza Live Theatre. Joining him were some of the performers who will call the theatre home this year. This is a full-circle moment for the young boy who came to Branson on many vacations with his family
and then returned to Branson as a 15 year-old to perform his own magic shows. After years of performances all over the globe, fast forward to the present and his dream of having his own theatre in Branson has come true. Beginning the ninth season in Branson, Reza/Edge of Illusion will open February 17 and continue through December at 2 p.m. or 8 p.m. at Reza Live Theatre. The Doug Gabriel Ultimate Variety Show is a high energy show with hilarious comedy and terrific music. The show opens in April and runs through December at 10 a.m. and features Branson’s most awarded Male Vocalist,
Doug Gabriel. Joining Doug on stage are his wife Cheryl, daughter Jasmine and sons Josh and Jordan, with a cast of talented singers and musicians. Jay Osmond, the youngest member of the original Osmonds group, will be performing his production Jay Osmond Live from March to October at 10 a.m. or 8 p.m. and Jay Osmond’s Ozark Mountain Christmas Spectacular will play in November and December. Jay will take you on a journey covering hit after hit that made the Osmonds a household name while also showcasing Jay’s original music and his story of being an
Osmond brother. Dustin Tavella, winner of America’s Got Talent’s 2021 season, will be showcasing his blend of magic and storytelling from March through December at 2 p.m. or 8 p.m. A local favorite, Buckets N Boards Comedy Percussion Show, is returning to Branson for their 14th season beginning in June through August at 5 p.m. and again in December. This is a fun, high-energy show full of amazing percussion, crazy songs, tap dancing and a variety of musical talents. Phil Dalton Theatre of Illusion will take you on a
Reader’s Corner: Teach them to read well BY CYNTHIA J. THOMAS, Staff Writer Kids can’t read as well as they used to. In 2022, Missouri was one of 30 states reporting lower scores in reading and math assessments for grades 4 and 8 (MoDESE). Pandemic shutdowns have been blamed, but scores haven’t bounced back as expected, causing some people to wonder if another phenomenon is at play: easily accessible artificial intelligence. Unless you live totally
off-grid, you are affected by AI—GPS and other smartphone functions, those handy reminders about healthcare data, and many functions of daily life are at least partly performed by AI. This writer recently wrote for a faith-based publication about whether artificial intelligence has a legitimate place in family life and church ministry. While the consensus of interviewees was yes, there is, my sources were not without concerns. One Christian university
official pointed out that in education, it is vital that students learn how to ask the right questions before using AI. An entire career field has arisen around how AI selects its sources. This man emphasized that AI is a tool, not a substitute for good scholarship. Which leads to the concern about today’s kids. Easily accessible AI programs make it easy for students to do get-by work without actually reading the material. A teacher I know well recently assigned a research project, and I read some of the essays (without compromising student privacy). Some were a poor job of pasting together random information; others
were better organized but clearly not student work, my initial impression confirmed by an analysis tool showing high percentages of computer-generated content. Just a few represented real scholarship, students using AI as a tool to find good information and then showing understanding by organizing the essay in their own words. Another source for my ministry article was a Springfield pastor who earned a doctorate in aeronautical engineering prior to entering the ministry. He provided examples of his own AI use, such as requesting an overview of a certain physical disability before visiting a hospitalized
journey through the impossible. Phil and his family present an array of grand illusions, sleight-of-hand as well as death defying escapes. The show will be playing March to December on Sundays at 2 p.m. and Thursdays at 5 p.m. Aaron Wayne’s Sweet Dreams Comedy Hypnosis Show will make you laugh out loud as the audience volunteers become the stars of the show, going on a tour of some of Branson’s favorite places, using only their wild imaginations. The show plays March to December on Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday at 5 p.m. MJ The Illusion: Reliving
the King of Pop is a concert that takes you on a journey through the music and performances of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. Michael Knight is mesmerizing as he re-lives Michael Jackson’s Dangerous Tour with hits like “Thriller,” “Smooth Criminal” and “Billie Jean.” Performances are at 2 p.m., 8 p.m. or 10 p.m. April to December. Reza Live Theatre is located at 645 State Highway 165 and tickets are currently on sale for all these terrific shows. You can check dates and times of the shows by calling 417-231-4999 or 417-404-3434 or going to www.rezalivetheatre.com.
church member, giving him better understanding as he prayed with the family. However, this scientist-turned-pastor also cited concerns by NASA, even before readily available programs such as ChatGPT, about the possibility of “singularity,” a point at which computer programs become so powerful that human thought and behavior change in response. In such a scenario, whoever controls the programming controls everything. What can be done? I think at least part of the answer lies in actually reading. A frightening number of people admit to just scrolling highlights from curated media. Some don’t
even know what they signed when agreeing to credit terms or medical procedures. We must implement stricter standards; revisit classics; read the American founders’ writings; determine which contemporary authors contribute truth about the human experience. Schools can only do so much to ensure students actually learn; families and communities must get on board. Turn off electronic entertainment and read with children and grandchildren; ask older kids what they are reading in school and why. Teach them by example to ask good questions, whether or not AI is involved. Let’s work together to make America read again!
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Memories from the Homestead: Jimmy Wakely came to Springfield, too and Dora were touring with a medicine show by 1937. It was around this time when Jimmy was discovered by the owner of Bell Clothing Stores, who hooked Jimmy up with guitarist/vocalist Johnny Bond, and bass player/tenor singer Scotty Harrell. A full-time radio gig BY COWBOY JOHN FULLER- came their way in OklahoTON, a native of Taney County, ma City at WKY where they and a member of the Sons of performed as the Bell Boys. the Pioneers. Their trio sound was excelather ‘round all you lent, so was their musicianCowboys and Cow- ship, and they brought much girls, it’s time for part four excitement to their perforof my series on the hosts of mances just like the Sons Springfield’s Five Star Ju- of the Pioneers were doing. bilee television series from Wakely and Johnny Bond 1961. Today, let’s discuss wrote nearly all of their own material and their reputation host Jimmy Wakely. It was the April 7, 1961, continued to build. Gene Autry heard the trio episode from the Landers Theater where Jimmy Wake- and encouraged them to ly made his Springfield host- relocate to California right ing debut. He was still a fa- away and in 1939, they did, miliar name to millions and all except for Scotty Harhad been in the business pro- rell, who chose to remain in fessionally for a little over Oklahoma. The group pertwenty years. His beginnings formed in the Roy Rogers film “Saga of Death Valley. go back to Arkansas. Jimmy was born James On June 4, 1940, Jimmy Clarence Wakely on Febru- and Johnny permanently ary 16, 1914 in Mineola, Ar- moved to Hollywood, and kansas. When he was ten his their new bass player would family moved to Rosedale, be Dick Reinhart, formerly Oklahoma, and went to work of the Light Crust Dough in the cotton fields. A fan of Boys. The group took on a yodeler Jimmie Rodgers, new name at this time, the Wakely would learn to play Jimmy Wakely Trio. In 1940, things continguitar and piano. He would marry Dora Miser in Decem- ued to go well and Jimmy ber 1935; they would remain signed with Decca Records. Oklahoma based as Jimmy Very soon, Johnny and Dick
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up to the bar, the first time I have ever done so and I find myself studying the antique beer steins standing next to the whiskey and cognac. One stein depicting valkyries and an oak tree catches my eye. My friend Chris is a Bradford native. The night deepens and the crowd at the bar thins. We close the place down after downing several too many shots of some kind of dark cherry liqueur. It pays to have friends in the right places and we stumble back to Chris’ childhood house, an imposing white Victorian within walking distance. I remember nothing else until the next morning when we eat cereal and talk about Pink Floyd and the Beatles. Today, Gary’s Kaiserhof is long-closed and I’ve not been to Bradford in decades but the resonance remains, as does a now-ancestral spirit across the land. One Arkansas researcher recently concluded that German culture has long been lost in the Ozarks hills, ignoring the big clans of Catholic and Lutheran families with proud white churches and a penchant for heavy, traditional foods, chicken-fried steak strangely reminiscent of schnitzel, and thick, buttery desserts. No, the past is sometimes not as lost as we think, but rather hidden in plain sight just waiting to be remembered.
would join Jimmy as they would become Gene Autry’s vocal trio on his Melody Ranch radio broadcast. Wakely recalled those days: “I guess that was the height of my pleasure in show business. There’d been so much happening to me that it wasn’t anything new, you know. I had come straight from Oklahoma to California onto the CBS network with Gene Autry. I had gotten a picture contract and a record contract almost immediately. Everything just went bingo! That was a happy position to be in.” Wakely would pick up more and more film roles which would cause him to leave Melody Ranch. The film roles came in motion pictures starring Charles Starrett, Hopalong Cassidy, Johnny Mack Brown, and Tex Ritter. In 1942, Wakely’s first hit at Decca, “Too Late,” boosted his career greatly and helped in landing him a permanent leading role in his own Singing Cowboy series. In 1944 Jimmy was signed to Monogram Pictures to do four films beginning with “Song of the Range.” Monogram was happy with their new star, his horse Sonny, and his deal with them would lead to 28 films until 1949. Continuing his recording career with Capitol Records, another national hit came in
1948, “One Has My Name, the Other Has My Heart” and soon a series of duets with Margaret Whiting took place. Wakely also toured with Bob Hope during this time and made his first television appearance on his own show in 1949, Jimmy Wakely’s Western Theater. From 1952 to 1958 he hosted his own network radio show at CBS. Jimmy’s short time in Springfield was well received, but the days of country music television variety shows were losing steam, and into the early 1960s, he would turn to the business of record producer. Wakely created the Shasta label which would do tons of mail order business over the next fifteen years, and he would record many of his Cowboy friends—Eddie Dean, Hugh Farr, Johnny Bond, Tex Ritter, and a newcomer who would join the Sons of the Pioneers, vocalist Rusty Richards. Wakely would perform often with his family band, his daughter Linda and son Jimmy throughout the 1970s, and would do numerous festivals giving generously in keeping the Western sound strong. By the late 1970s his health began failing, as he had been a lifelong smoker. He died from complications of emphysema on September 23, 1982, in Mission Hills, California at the age
Jimmy Wakely, one of the rotating hosts of Springfield’s Five Star Jubilee television show, seen here with his horse Sonny in 1946. They made 28 films together. (Photo courtesy of the University of Arkansas) of 68. His wife Dora would pass away in 1997. My Grandmother Lois Jones often commented that Jimmy Wakely was without a doubt her favorite of the cowboy movie stars, even more than Roy Rogers or Gene Autry. Wakely was a natural on horseback, had an awesome baritone voice, and acted his parts well onscreen. I got really interested in Jimmy’s career twenty years ago when I started collecting the recordings
that he, Johnny Bond, and Dick Reinhart made together. A number of record companies would release Wakely’s material on CD over the years. A lot of his work can be found on YouTube. Much of his vintage memorabilia, including comic books, can be found on eBay. Wonderful treasures from an outstanding performer. Next week, I’ll wrap up this series with part five. I’ll introduce ya’ll to country superstar Carl Smith.
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New store offers dancewear and supplies BY K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer A new downtown Branson business provides a much needed service for a specific group of individuals. High Platinum Dancewear Boutique is located in downtown Branson. Owned by Robyn and Ron Wilson and operated by Robyn, the shop opened in October of 2023. “I have three grown children who were all into some sort of sports,” said Robyn. “My sons were into running, soccer, football, basketball and baseball. My daughter made me a dance mom! She did enjoy soccer and softball, but loved dance. In order to help pay for dance expenses, I made costumes for her studio, and eventually started building it as a business and sewing for many other studios in our area at the time.” “We first opened High Platinum in 2019 in Peculiar, MO,” Robyn continued. “Our initial intention was to open my custom costume business in a brick and mortar store because I was outgrowing the basement of our home. Once deciding on a place, we decided to add dancewear supplies and consignment costumes
to add to the services we provided. During the pandemic, we had to reduce the size of the store and move to a new location (also in Peculiar) and decided not to offer consignment costumes any longer and concentrate on my custom costumes and dancewear business.” Robyn and Ron had long enjoyed Branson for weekend stays and longer vacations, and decided that a full service dance shop would be a great asset to the community. Said Robyn, “On one of those weekend trips, we found a perfect spot to open a store, paid a deposit for the location, went home and wondered what on earth we did! So, we sold our home and bought a new home in Ozark, which is a short commute to the new store. High Platinum Dancewear Boutique offers assorted dancewear and shoes, tights and leotards in their new Branson location. “We also offer jewelry and gifts. I make custom leotards and offer some of my designs in store,” said Robyn. “We have rhinestones for costumes and we also offer our patented Rhino-Stone Board for rhinestoning costumes,
which has its own section in our store. We are the founders of the Rhino-Stone Board and have been successful in selling them around the world. We have T-shirts in the store that read ‘Dancin’ in Branson.’ I also offer al-
The Rhino-Stone Board (Special So many costumes and accessories to choose from at High Platinum Dancewear Boutique in downto Branson Globe) town Branson. (Special to Branson Globe) terations on some women’s formalwear, do hemming and take-ins when I am not making dance costumes. My husband makes my visions come to life. He says he is my Chip and I am his Joanna. I am able to make our customers’ visions come to life.” High Platinum Dancewear Boutique caters to dancers and their parents, as well as gymnasts, twirlers and ice skaters. Robyn hopes to expand her business to include
a broader clientele, however. Said Robyn, “I would love for our business to grow to Branson entertainers, as well as local studios. I have 17 years’ experience in making dance costumes and seeing the faces of my customers when they are fitted with dancewear that they love. Branson is a hub for dance competitions and conventions, so we would love to know that we can provide them with forgot-
ten or lost items and offer mending services to their costumes if needed.” When not busy with the shop, Robyn and Ron enjoy spending time with family. They have a combined four children and four grandchildren. The duo also enjoys traveling and spending time with their fur-babies, Poncho and Diego. High Platinum Dancewear Boutique is located at 126 Veterans Boulevard in
downtown Branson. “We are open 10-6 Tuesday through Friday, 10-2 Saturdays and closed Sunday and Monday,” Robyn noted. “We will probably extend our hours during the spring and early summer when many dance competitions and conventions will be in the area. We do have a Facebook page, but no website at the moment. But you can view our Rhino-Stone products at www. rhinostoneboard.com.
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Submitted to Branson Globe For four consecutive years, Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium has been making waves in conservation as one of the leading organizations to help facilitate and execute sea turtle rehabilitation. The organization recently received 16 critically
ill sea turtles – loggerheads, greens, and Kemp’s Ridleys. Each of these species is listed as endangered. This is the first year Wonders of Wildlife is welcoming green and Kemp’s Ridleys sea turtles. Kemp’s Ridleys are the smallest sea turtle species and are also the most endangered. One of the biggest threats
sea turtles face is a condition called “cold-stunning.” Sea turtles are ectothermic, meaning they depend on external factors to keep them warm. When water temperatures rapidly decline, they can no longer keep themselves at a normal internal body temperature causing them to become susceptible to life-threatening illnesses such as pneumonia, hypothermia and dehydration. These conditions leave them vulnerable and unable to protect themselves from other threats in
the environment. Each of the 16 sea turtles was rescued off the New England coast. They started their journey from the New England Aquarium in Boston, Mass., and were flown to Springfield. The sea turtles were met by an expert animal care team from Wonders of Wildlife’s aquarium and then transported to its Sea Turtle Center where they are now being treated and monitored closely. The goal is to then return the sea turtles to the wild.
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FEB. 2, 2024 • 7B
Community news from Village of Indian Point Submitted to Branson Globe Community Member of the Month The Christmas at the Cove Decorating Committee is a group of professional women who have volunteered their time and resources to raise money and decorate the Cove on Indian Point for our guests staying on the property. They go above and beyond to ensure a festive and holiday feel for all. The committee members consist of Rebecca Riegerix, Roxann Wegele, Abby
Peeke, Nancy Trucks, Heather Bewley, Amy Henson, Allie Roberts, Rose Burgman, and additional assistance from Susan Halfacre. Rose Burgman accepted the December Community Member of the Month certificate on behalf of the Christmas of the Cove Decorating Committee. The Village of Indian Point Women’s Club observes 50th anniversary The Indian Point Women’s Club does so much for our community and the Vil-
Rose Burgman accepted December Community Member of the Month certificate. (Special to Branson Globe)
The Village of Indian Point Women’s Club 50th anniversary (Special to Branson Globe)
lage Hall. The club spends time raising funds for local charities like the Southern Stone County Food Bank
dian Point and always willing to help their neighbors. The Indian Point Women’s Club is open to women who
SMAC will host local artist, Jessica Lowe Submitted to Branson Globe In its upcoming art exhibit, Southern Missouri Arts Connection (SMAC) will be featuring the work of Jessica Lowe in “You’re Too Emotional?” The exhibit will run from February 2-24 at the SMAC Art Center gallery on historic Downing Street in Hollister. An opening night reception will be held Friday, February 2, from 6-9 p.m. Both the exhibit and reception are free and open to the public. Attendees may view the exhibit, tour the private studios and enjoy complimentary refreshments. The Vintage Paris Coffee kiosk
will also be on site. “I create from a place of emotion,” Jessica Lowe explained. “The creativity helps me process what I am feeling.” Her work in the show will encompass a variety of genres— oil, acrylic, watercolor, ceramic and needle felting. She employs the use of allegory to communicate the emotions of each piece. Lowe uses allegory in her art to provoke thought and reflection. Each month during their exhibits, SMAC highlights one of the many local non-profit organizations that serves the area. This month SMAC
who they recently donated over $645 to. They are very supportive of local businesses within The Village of In-
reside in The Village of Indian Point, either full-time or part-time. Information is provided at the Village Hall.
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is drawing attention to House of Hope, which offers services to the homeless in the Branson area, including a warming center for freezing nights. They connect their clients to resources so they can make positive changes that will move their lives forward. Southern Missouri Arts Connection (SMAC), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit local center of creativity, art education, innovation and community partnership, strives to improve the quality of life in southern Missouri by connecting individuals with the arts, for the benefit of all.
Jessica Lowe displays a couple of her art pieces. (Special to Branson Globe)
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chopped • ¼ C Garlic, minced • 16 oz Spinach, frozen, chopped, drained • ½ C Butter • 2 C Shredded Parmesan Cheese • 2 C Sour Cream • 32 oz Cream Cheese, softened • 1T Salt • 1T Pepper • 8-10 slices Ciabatta bread or any crusty
bread • 1 T Olive Oil Instructions: 1. Melt butter and place in a mixing bowl along with garlic, cream cheese, sour cream, salt and pepper. 2. Mix until smooth, then add chopped artichoke hearts, Parmesan cheese and spinach. 3. Combine and place in a 9 x 13 glass, greased
baking pan. 4. Bake in a 350ºF oven until the internal temperature is 165º or approximately one hour. 5. Cut the Ciabatta bread into slices. Drizzle with olive oil. 6. Toast bread in a 350ºF oven until golden brown, approximately 10 min. 7. Spread the spinach artichoke dip on top of
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SUBMITTED BY CLAY COOPER, Clay Cooper’s Country Express Clay says: “I love this soup; it is so easy to make for the family and/ or friends! Serve it with tortilla chips and voila! Enjoy! Ingredients: • 2 lbs. ground beef* (browned and drained) • 2-3 cans of diced tomatoes • 2 cans of Rotel • 3 cans of ranch style beans (or black beans) • 1 can of corn • 1 package taco season-
ing • 1 package ranch dip or ranch dressing • 1 teaspoon chili powder Instructions: 1. Add all ingredients to a large pot; mix and simmer on stovetop until heated through, approximately 30 minutes. 2. To prepare in slow cooker, mix to blend and cook on low setting for approximately 6 hours. 3. Serve warm with de-
BY JANET STEINKAMP, Editor Not only is this easy to make, but it is delicious! Make a batch ahead… freezes well; or freeze half of this batch, if a smaller batch is preferred. Ingredients: • 1 lb. ground beef • 5 cups cooked pasta • 1 jar (30 oz.) spaghetti sauce • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese • 8 oz. package shredded sired toppings such mozzarella cheese as cheese and sour Instructions: cream. 1. Cook 1 lb. ground beef Soup also freezes well. in large skillet. Drain. 2. Stir in cooked pasta,
spaghetti sauce, and parmesan cheese. 3. Spoon into 13x9-inch baking dish. 4. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese. 5. Bake uncovered at 375 degrees for 20 minutes. NOTE: • Ground turkey may be substituted for ground beef. • Any pasta works well, but my preferences are rigatoni, mostaccioli, or penne (open-ended pastas) • For an added, interesting meaty flavor, pepperoni slices may be added. • If cheesier pasta is pre-
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will allow the building of a Public Library Center that will better serve our community, creating space for meetings, new technology and other programming and resources. The Taney County Public Library Board will make all decisions about the use of this funding, but we don’t expect a new library building immediately, as the levy may not be collected until December 2024 and
revenues will need to accumulate before any new construction is initiated. Current cost estimations for a library building are based on an approximate size and general price per square foot building costs in our area. The levy can fund the building, land, materials, technology, administrative and operational costs. Q. After that email, it was noticed that the $12 million was
mated cost of a new library was based on the square footage of public library facilities in similar-sized communities, current construction costs, land acquisition, and professional design, furnishings and technology.” Q. Is it fair and accurate to say that using the method described above to finance the building of the facility will permit the Library Board to raise the levy should the costs of the estimated $12 million facility plus expenses for Library “Services” exhaust revenues received from the $.18 levy per hundred the voters are voting on? A. No, the levy is set at $0.18 and only district residents may increase the levy, with voter approval. [Once voted in, there is no “sunset provision” for this tax. The levy funds everything: the building, land, materials, technology, administrative, library services and operational costs. Is the Ole Seagull the only one who sees the possibility
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making sure that future salaries are “Enough.”] Q In a July 24, 2023, email, the Director was asked, “Using the method described above, is it fair and accurate to say that the voters, whether the ballot tells them so or not, are not just voting on “services” but the building of an estimated $12 million facility? A. Yes, the levy funding
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no longer on the site. The following question was asked, “Is it fair and accurate to say that the campaign’s website used to contain the figure “$12 million” as the estimated cost of the Library Center of the Ozarks? A. It is fair to say it did, and it was removed to avoid any confusion about what the actual costs will be. We replaced it with a more accurate statement: “The esti-
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ferred, mix mozzarella cheese into mixture and top with an extra 8 oz. of shredded mozzarella cheese. Extra sauce may also be added. of voters, who are already on the hook for $0.18 per hundred assessed value, being told that the taxes will have to go up to actually get a library built?] This information was in a column written for publication the Friday before the Library Tax election. Emails and videos of public meetings validate its information. The feeble brain of an 82-year-old man thought he had sent it in, but he had not done so, resulting in its non-publication. He sure picked a great time to mess up. Evidently, either way, God wanted an illustration of what the French philosopher Joseph de Maistre meant when he says, “We get the government we deserve.” *** The comments on opinion pages are the opinions of the writers, and not necessarily those of the Branson Globe, or its staff. Have something to say? Share it with us in your own Letter to the Editor. Letters to the editor sent via e-mail and fewer than 400 words are given preference. Published or unpublished letters become the property of the newspaper and will not be returned. All letters must include, name, address, and verifiable phone number. The editors may refuse publication of any letter that is libelous, in poor taste, or that endorses a business or product. Letters are subject to editing.
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FEB. 2, 2024 • 9B
Around Town: Here’s what’s going on in the Tri-Lakes FEBRUARY
• 2 - 3 Silver Dollar City Company job fair, Red Gold Heritage Hall, Silver Dollar City, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Check out current openings at silverdollarcity.com/jobs. Call 417338-8122 for an appointment. • 2 Live music at Bear Creek Wine Company & Brewery located at 1320 Keithley Road, Walnut Shade. 5-8 p.m. https:// www.jukeboxwinos.com. • 3 Forsyth Area Chamber of Commerce’s Gala, Glamping in Forsyth! Taney Center from 6 to 8 p.m. You can sponsor it or purchase your tickets for the events here: https://www.forsythmissouri.org/event-details/ glamping-in-forsyth-gala. • 4 It’s Spaghetti Sunday! Branson Masonic Lodge #587 all you can eat spaghetti lunch, serving 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Spaghetti, meatballs, salad, garlic bread, dessert and drink. All for the low price of just $10. Branson Masonic Lodge #587, located at 100 Chiefs Court, Branson. • 6 THE WAR ROOM Bible Study will be taught
by Pat Alumbaugh at YES! Church, 360 Emerson Rd., Reeds Spring on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. 12 p.m. This is a 6-week series, held six consecutive Tuesdays, beginning Jan. 9. Presented by OH YES I CAN Women’s Ministry • 7 CAM on Campus at Elevate Branson. Christian Action Ministries will be at Elevate Branson the first Wednesday of each month as part of their Neighbor2Neighbor mobile food distribution. Contact Hannah Witcher at hannah.witcher@elevatebranson.org, or 417239-7818 for more information. • 9 Branson Tri-Lakes Building & Home Show, 2 - 7 p.m., Chateau on the Lake Resort Spa & Convention Center. $8 admission, good for the entire weekend. • 9 - 10 Join us for the 30th annual “Celebration of Tastes” at Big Cedar Lodge, February 9-10, 6 p.m. https://bigcedar. com/events/celebration-of-tastes/. • 10 Saturday, Feb. 10, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Dr. Kris and Tricia Jackson will share tips on HOME IM-
PROVEMENT. Early Valentines for singles & couples! YES! CHURCH 360 Emerson Rd., Reeds Spring. RSVP by Feb. 6 if you will be staying for the luncheon at www. yeschurch.us More info 417-335-1189 or 417838-6436. • 10 Branson Tri-Lakes Building & Home Show, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., Chateau on the Lake Resort Spa & Convention Center. $8 admission, good for the entire weekend. • 11 Live music at Bear Creek Wine Company & Brewery located at 1320 Keithley Road, Walnut Shade. 2-5 p.m. https://
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www.jukeboxwinos.com. • 12 Neighbors and Friends of Table Rock Lake (www.nftrl.org) will meet on Monday, Feb. 12, 2024, 10 a.m., at Our Lady of the Cove Catholic Church, 20 Kimberling Blvd., Kimberling City. Valentine’s Day Program with entertainer, Rebecca White. A meal will be available for a fee. Contact: reservations@ nftrl.org before Feb. 1 to register or with questions. • 14 Christian Women’s Connection (Stonecroft) Luncheon -- Fashion Show by Christopher & Banks, 11:30 a.m. Also Author Sharon Lawlor will talk on
Transformations: Ugly to beautiful through the eyes of love. Pointe Royale Clubhouse, 142 Clubhouse Dr., Branson, $17, call 417-2941287 by February 12 to reserve. Non-denominational. • 15 Taney County Federated Republican Women’s Club meeting, 6 p.m., Golden Corral Restaurant, 3551 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway, Branson. As there will be no Presidential Primary, Taney County Republican Central Committee President Ron
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Houseman will be speaking about how and when the Republican Party in Taney County, Missouri will administer its own presidential preference caucus selection process. • 16 Live music at TAPS on Downing Street, 260 Birdcage Walk, Hollister, from 6-8 p.m. https:// www.jukeboxwinos.com. • 18 Live Music at Ozark Hills Winery in Branson, 601 State Highway 165, from 3-5 p.m. https:// www.jukeboxwinos.com
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On this date in history...
• 1913 NYC’s Grand Central Terminal opens • 1923 Ethyl gasoline first marketed, Dayton, Ohio • 1932 Reconstruction Finance Corporation organized in the U.S. to provide financial support to state and local governments and to make loans to banks, railroads, mortgage associations and other businesses • 1942 U.S. auto factories switch from commercial to war production • 1948 President Harry Truman urges Congress to adopt a civil rights program • 1955 First presidential news conference on network TV – Eisenhower on ABC • 1959 Buddy Holly’s last performance at Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa • 1959 Vince Lombardi signs a 5-year contract to coach NFL Green Bay Packers
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• 1964 GI Joe debuts as a popular American toy • 1991 U.S. postage is raised from 25 cents to 29 cents • 1995 U.S. space shuttle Discovery launched • 2020 Palindrome Day: the date 02022020 reads the same forward and backward. Last one like this 11 November 1111)
• 2020 Super Bowl LIV: Kansas City Chiefs beat San Francisco 49ers, 31-20; MVP: Patrick Mahomes; Chiefs’ first victory in 50 years • 2021 President Joe Biden signs executive orders to reunite immigrant families, setting up a taskforce to deal with 1,000 remaining separated families
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2024 Branson Tri-Lakes Building & Home Show
February 9, 2 - 7 p.m. • February 10, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. • February 11, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Chateau on the Lake • $8/person for the weekend
Who will you see at the 2024 Branson Tri-Lakes Building & Home Show?
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ver the last 28 years, the Branson Tri-Lakes Building & Home Show has provided a prime opportunity for the community to shop for home services they need, and meet service providers face-to-face. You can shop for everything for your home, from the roof to the basement, all in one place, all in one weekend! Service providers love the Home Show, too! It’s their opportunity to meet one-on-one with hundreds of well-qualified prospects. Daniel Koren, of Branson/ Springfield Roof Company told us: “We love this show. There are so many like-minded business reps and owners, and great customers come through the doors.”
At this year’s Home Show, you’ll find professionals in Air & Water Purification, Basements/Foundations/Garage Doors, Blinds & Flooring, Construction & Handyman Services, HVAC/Plumbing/Electrical, Insurance, Kitchen & Bathrooms, Outdoor Living, Personal Wellness, Real Estate, Roofing & Gutters, Safety/Security/Home Tech, Siding/Windows/Doors, Solar Energy, and some pretty interesting Special Interest exhibitors. Our vendors have interesting, interactive booths that help them tell their stories. You’ll also find fun giveaway items, and the opportunity to register for prizes.
Most importantly, you’ll find ideas, and the experts who can make those ideas happen. We talked to one couple who told us they visited the Home Show one year, looking for an awning to put over a west-facing kitchen window...and they left having purchased a sun room! That doesn’t happen to everyone of course, but come prepared to see new, different and exciting ways to make your home everything you want it to be. On page 4 of this special section, you’ll find a list of all the vendors at this year’s Home Show, and the room diagram marked so you can find them. On pages 2 and 3, we have Spring Clean-Up Checklist for you, complete with the Home
S&H Farm Supply, a 2023 vendor, will be at the 2024 Show! (Photo courtesy K.D. Michaels, Branson Globe) Show vendors who can help you with each project on it. Thanks to Chateau on the Lake Resort Spa & Convention Center for
hosting the Branson Home Show once again, and a fistbump of appreciation to the Branson Globe for being our media partner this year.
If you get a chance, thank each of our vendors for being at this year’s show, and let them know you appreciate their time and expertise!
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Here’s your spring clean-up checklist and the experts who can help!
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h, spring! After the cold, grey winter weather, fresh, warm breezes are so welcome. And so is a fresh clean house. Spring is the perfect time to deep clean your house, inside and outside, and we have the perfect checklist to help you get organized. Whether you plan a house-cleaning marathon, or prefer to work each of these tasks into your regular cleaning routine, you’ll end up with a sparkling clean house. Let’s get busy! X Experts in Non-Toxic Home Cleaning Products: Young Living Task #1: Wash your windows. Your mother likely told you to wash windows on a cloudy day. That’s because sun shining on your windows will cause the cleaning solution to dry too
quickly, creating streaks. For a chemical-free clean, make a solution of ¼ cup rubbing alcohol, 1/3 cup white vinegar, and distilled water. Use a clean cotton cloth, rather than paper towels, to wipe the windows. X The New Window Experts: Pella Windows, Pro Windows & Doors, Renewal By Andersen X Window Tinting Experts: Ozark Window Tinting Task #2: Clean often overlooked surfaces. Take a walk around your house and look for those surfaces you often overlook during regular cleaning. Surfaces like woodwork, window sills, siding door tracks, baseboards, switch plates, stair rails and doors. Plain soapy water and a sponge should do the trick. Task #3: Clean out
your fireplace or wood stove, and have your chimney inspected. All of those cozy winter night in front of a fire have literally turned into a huge pile of ashes in your fireplace or wood stove. Time to clean that all out. Dust logs or stones, andirons and the hearth with a clean cloth. Vacuum vents using the hose attachment, and use a damp cloth to wipe down the inside and outside of fireplace walls. Now is a good time to get your chimney inspected. X Fireplace Experts: See PCS Fireplace & Patio Task #4: Deep clean your carpets. Whether you have wallto-wall carpeting, or area rugs, you should give them a deep, professional clean at least twice yearly; maybe more if you have pets. Before your pro comes to
clean the carpets, be sure to have as much furniture out of the way as possible, and vacuum the carpets. After cleaning, wait until carpets are thoroughly dry before moving furniture back in place. X Carpet Cleaning Pros: Sho-Me Clean X Flooring Pros: Sho-Me Flooring Task #5: Take a look at your window treatments. Dust and pet hair can hang out in your curtains, drapes and blinds, especially after a long winter. Many types of curtains can be laundered easily. Drapes can be dry-cleaned, or give them the once-over with your vacuum, using the upholstery attachment. Blinds of all types should be thoroughly dusted and checked for cracked or broken pieces.
X Experts in Window Coverings: Bloomin’ Blinds Task #6: Dust light fixtures and ceiling fans. Microfiber dusters are the perfect tool for cleaning light fixtures. Get an extendable handle to do the ceiling fans so you can stay off a ladder. Did grandmother ever tell you to clean a room, starting at the top? That’s so any dust from the fan or fixtures won’t fall on what you’ve already cleaned. Task #7: Clean the Bedrooms. In each bedroom, rotate and flip mattresses, wash blankets, comforters, mattress pads and bed skirts, or take them to be cleaned. Don’t forget the bedrooms when you’re cleaning carpets, dusting ceiling fans and washing woodwork. Clean and freshen pillows by washing them, two
at a time, in the washing machine! (Read tags first to make sure they are not dry-clean-only.) Use a fragrance-free soap in hot water to kill any bacteria. Dry by hanging outside, or on a low heat setting in your dryer. X The Mattress & Great Sleep Experts: Superior Sleep Task #8: Clean the Bathrooms. Of course, you clean your bathroom on a daily or weekly basis, but during spring house cleaning, take some extra time to toss out old and expired products (but don’t flush medicines!) and organize storage areas. Launder shower curtains, liners, and bath mats, or replace them if they’re worn. X Bathroom Experts: Bath Wizard, and Lifemark Bath & Home. SEE CHECKLIST, PAGE 3HS
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X Get Organization Supplies at: Lowe’s Task #9: Clean the Kitchen. Again, you’re constantly cleaning your kitchen, but now is the time to clean appliances inside and out, clean behind your refrigerator, change the water filter in your refrigerator or water system, and reorganize your cupboards and pantry. You can clean your drains and disposal naturally, by first pouring in baking soda in each drain (use the box you just removed from your fridge), and follow with a good slosh of white vinegar. Let that sit for about 20 minutes, then pour boiling water down each drain. X The Kitchen Experts: Lifemark Bath & Home, KitchenCraft, Lowe’s X Drinking Water Experts: Tri-Lakes Culligan, Air &
Water Solutions, Moore Water & Air, Smart Living Water Purification Task #10: Inspect your home’s mechanical systems. Your furnace has been running all winter, but do you know if your air conditioning is ready to go when warm weather arrives? How about your water heater? Has it been awhile since it’s been flushed? Now is the time to get these systems checked. While you’re at it, check your basement for any moisture, change the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and get a fire extinguisher. X Mechanical System Pros: Baur Boys Plumbing, Dog Gone Waterproofing, Foundation Recovery Systems, Lightspeed Electrical, Lorenz Heating & Air, Thrasher Foundation Repair, TLC
Land Crew, Helitech Waterproofing & Foundation Repair Task #11: Power wash and touch up your home’s exterior. Your siding, windows, decks, porches and other surfaces could use a good wash once winter is over. Keeping them clean will prevent mold and mildew. While you’re washing, take stock of your home’s paint job: could it use freshening? Maybe even a color change? Now might even be the right time to consider low- or no-maintenance siding options. X The Siding Pros: Continental Siding, Greater Ozarks Exteriors, Liberty Home Solutions, Moore Exteriors, St. Clair of the Ozarks Task #12: Gutter and downspout maintenance. At least twice a year, give your gutters and downspouts an inspection,
cleaning out any debris you find. Keeping gutters and downspouts in good condition will keep water diverted from your foundation walls, preventing moisture from entering your basement or crawl space. X The Experts in Gutters:LeafGuard, Leaf Filter, Storm Restorations of America Task #13: How is your garage door? When you’re pressure washing the exterior of your home, make sure and include the garage door to remove all the leftover salt and grime from winter. How is the door working? Does the door go all the way up and all the way down? Are any of the panels shifting, or are there odd sounds you didn’t notice before? Your door could be due for some maintenance. X Garage Door Pros: Boone County Door, Precision Overhead Garage Door
Service Task #14: Get Outdoor Spaces Cleaned & Repaired. Get ready for outdoor living by cleaning and repairing outdoor furniture, your deck, porch or patio. Your pressure washer will come in handy here, too. And don’t forget your lawn! While it’s been hibernating all winter, now is the time to get some nourishment started! X Outdoor Furniture Pros: M&E Sales – Palmer Henley, Lowe’s X Experts in Pools, Spas & Patios: Branson Hot Tubs & Pools, Imber, PCS Fireplace & Patio, Springfield Pool & Spa X Kids’ Playsets: Children’s Specialties, Missouri Playsets X Lawn & Garden Pros: Ryan Lawn & Tree, High Tech Service X Lawn Equipment Pros: These guys can help: S
& H Farm Supply, Lowe’s Task #15: Visually Inspect Your Roof. After winter storms have passed, take a look at your roof to see if there are trouble spots. Start inside by looking for signs of water damage, like brown stains on ceilings, and damaged or decaying wood in the attic. Then, head outside and take your phone with you. From the ground, look for missing, curled or broken shingles, and sagging. Also watch for piles of leaves or debris that could cause problems down the road if not removed. Finally, if you can safely, grab the ladder to get a closer look at the roof. Is there damage around the gutters, chimney or vent pipes? If you can, take pictures here too. X Roofing Experts: Branson Roof Company, West Plains Roofing, Aspen Contracting, Storm Restorations of America
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Real Estate and major home projects: Here’s who can help with that
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f you’re in the market for a new home, a new-toyou home, or a large home improvement project, the Branson Home Show has help for you, too. New Home Construction Spring signals the begin-
ning of the busy home construction season, so now is the best time to meet with one of our experts and get your plans underway. X B&G Drafting X Better Built Construction X ICF Walls of the Ozarks
Real Estate Spring is also the time when home listings ramp up. Spend some time thinking about what you and your family need, then consult with our Real Estate experts: X Weichert Realtors - The
Griffin Company X Gerken & Associates X Keller-Williams Tri-Lakes X Parade of Homes Magazine Home Improvements Ready to give your home that long dreamed for facelift? We have pros here
at the Home Show who can help with that, too. X Stone County Services X Better Built Construction Add Solar Energy Embrace energy efficiency, cost savings and energy independence with solar.
Many programs are available to help you finance this upgrade. You’ll add to your home’s value, too. X Double H Electric X Solar Systems X US Sun Solar X Solera Energy
These pros can provide safety and security for you, your home
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ere at the Branson Home Show, we’re all about helping you to create the perfect home for you and your family, and then main-
taining that home so it can take care of you for decades to come. You can find help for your roof, your foundation, the garage door, your
unsafe bathroom, dingy kitchen, and so much more. But after you’ve made that investment, it’s time to protect it.
Our Safety, Security and Home Tech pros can help you keep things safe and connected. And, should the worst happen, you can also
plan for Recovery. Safety and Security X Alert 360 X ADT X AirMedCare Network
Communication X US Cellular Recovery X American Family Insurance
Personal Wellness and Special Interest Vendors: So much more at the Home Show!
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ersonal Wellness Our Personal Wellness Experts want to help you and your family live the best life possible, and that means taking care of your health, getting the best
sleep, improving your wellness, improving your appearance and even getting help when it’s needed. X AirMedCare Network X HealthMarkets X Hill Family Chiropractic
X Leon Global Group - Empire Tech X Lola Soap X Smiles Made Perfect X Superior Sleep X Vitalitea X Young Living
Special Interest Part of the fun of visiting the Branson Tri-Lakes Building & Home Show is seeing the unexpected! Each year, businesses around the area realize the opportunity the
Home Show provides, and they produce fun and interesting exhibits for you to enjoy. Who knows? You might even learn something new! X Elevate Branson X NWA Media - Best of
Southwest Missouri X Parade of Homes Real Estate Magazine X Perfect Signs X Reeds Spring School District
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Listing of vendors and their locations at the 2024 Home Show
• ADT................................................................. E2 • Air & Water Solutions................................... F2 • AirMed Care Network...................................I7 • Alert 360........................................................B6 • American Family Insurance......................... F3 • Aspen Contracting........................................ E5 • B&G Drafting..................................................I4 • Bath Wizard.................................................. D7 • Baur Boys Plumbing..................................... L2 • Better Built Construction.............................P5 • Bloomin’ Blinds............................................. J2 • Boone County Door................................ C1, D1 • Branson Hot Tubs & Pools........................ A4,B4 • Branson Springfield Roof Company...........P6 • Children’s Specialties.................................... E4 • Continental Siding........................................K4 • Dog Gone Waterproofing........................... D3 • Double H Electric.......................................... J3 • Elevate Branson........................................... A6 • Foundation Recovery Systems.................... J8 • Gerken & Associates.................................... D5 • Greater Ozarks Exteriors............................. D2 • Healthmarkets..........................................I2, I3 • Helitech Foundation Repair...................... D6 • High Tech Services........................................C2 • Hill Family Chiropractic...............................K8 • ICF Walls of the Ozarks............................ P1-P4 • Imber Pool & Outdoor................................. H3 • Keller Williams Tri-Lakes...............................I8 • Kitchen Craft Cookware.............................P34 • Leaf Guard..................................................... E8 • LeafFilter Gutter Protection........................ J6 • Leon Global Group....................................... A5
• Liberty Home Solutions......................... A1, B1 • Lifemark Bath & Home................................. L5 • Lightspeed Electrical..................................P32 • Lola Soap.................................................. C7,C8 • Lorenz Heating & Air....................................K5 • Lowe’s............................................................. L3 • M&E Sales.................................................K1, L1 • Missouri Playsets.......................................... F4 • Moore Exteriors............................................C4 • Moore Water Treatment..............................B7 • NWA Media - Best of SW Missouri............. E3 • Ozark WindowTinting................................. H4 • Parade of Homes........................................... L7 • PCS Fireplace & Patio.....................................I6 • Pella Windows.............................................. D8 • Perfect Signs.................................................. L8 • Precision Garage Door................................. J7 • Pro Windows & Doors................................. G4 • Reeds Spring School District.......................C6 • Renewal by Andersen...................................B5 • Ryan’s Lawn & Tree.......................................P4 • S&H Farm Supply............................G5-8,H5-8 • Sho Me Flooring............................................. I1 • Sho-Me Clean.................................................J1 • Smart Living Water.................................. I5, J5 • Smiles Made Perfect.................................... A2 • Solar Systems............................................... H2 • Solera Energy............................................... A3 • Springfield Pool & Spa........................... K2,K3 • St Clair of the Ozarks.................................... F7 • Stone County Services.................................. F8 • Storm Resorations of America.................... F6 • Superior Sleep......................................... P7,P8
• Thrasher Foundation Repair........................B2 • TLC Land Crew.............................................P33 • Tri-Lakes Culligan................................... G1,H1 • US Cellular.................................................... G2 • US Sun Solar................................................. D4 • Vitalitea.......................................................... J4 • West Plains Roofing.....................................C5 • Weichert Realtors - The Griffin Company...E1, F1 • Young Living................................................. G3
Home Show Categories and their locations
• Air & Water Purification: B7, F2, G1 & H1, I5 & J5 • Basement/Foundation/Garage: B2, C1 & D1, D3, D6, J7, J8, P33 • Blinds/Flooring: J2, I1 • Construction/Handyman Services: F8, I4, L3, P1 - P4, P5 • HVAC/Plumbing/Electrical: K5, L2, P32 • Insurance: F3, I2 & I3 • Kitchens/Bathrooms: D7, L3, L5, P34 • Outdoor Living: A4 & B4, C2, E4, F4, G5-8 & H5-8, H3, I6, K1 & L1, K2 & K3, L3, P4 • Personal Wellness: A2, A5, C7 & C8, G3, I7, J4, K8, P7 & P8 • Real Estate: D5, E1 & F1, I8 • Roofing/Gutters: C5, E5, F6, E8, J6, P6 • Safety/Security/Home Tech: B6, E2, G2 • Siding/Windows/Doors: A1 & B1, B5, C4, D2, D8, F7, G4, H4, K4 • Solar Energy: A3, D4, H2, J3
