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October 20, 2023 • Volume 4, Issue #42
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Jim with the proclamation declaring Jim Stafford Day (Photo by K.D. Michaels)
BY K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer With many in attendance, Branson honored a true music legend and Branson icon on Tuesday. Jim Stafford was celebrated Tuesday evening, when October 17 was proclaimed Jim Stafford Day in Branson. Mayor Larry Milton presented with a proclamation, celebrating his years in the music industry, which said, in part, “Whereas, it is recognized that around the turn of the decade, in the 1990s, Jim began performing to thousands in his very own theater, alongside his family, and became a staple among the Branson entertainment scene; and, whereas the memories Jim provided this community are timeless; memories of him sliding across the stage, a duck taped guitar; and the brilliant marquee that lit up the night sky, marking the very heart of Branson that none of us will ever forget.” The evening celebration
was staged in front of the giant guitar neck that once graced the front of the Jim Stafford Theater on Branson’s 76 Country Boulevard. The historic piece has found a new home at the Song of Hope Museum, founded by Branson’s Marshall Howden. Howden explained, “The Song of Hope is our movement. We believe that live music shows and theaters should continue to be the number one driver to our tourist market.” Howden introduced a member of the Song of Hope Board and a former intern of Jim Stafford, Matt Bailey. Bailey, who along with Howden, secured the sign in an auction, spoke on the impact Stafford had on his life, as well as the experience of securing the sign. “For three decades, the guitar neck stood atop the Jim Stafford Theater, the official neon welcome to millions of guests as they SEE STAFFORD, PAGE 4A
Branson City Administrator reflects on first year in office BY GARY J. GROMAN, Independent Journalist In early October 2022, Cathy Stepp took office as Branson City Administrator. A little over a year after assuming the position, she shares her thoughts on her first year in the office during an interview with the Branson Globe. It’s in a Q&A format with the questioning by the Branson Globe (BG) and answers by Cathy Stepp (CS): BG: What were your initial expectations of the job? CS: Based upon my interactions with some staff while serving on the planning and zoning commission, I had every expectation of encountering hard-working public servants looking for direction, support and positivity. BG: How did they compare to the reality of the role? CS: I was not disappointed. In fact, the spirit and energy they wanted to take on their jobs surpassed what I expected. Their philosophies of running their departments as if they were running their own businesses were and remain admirable. My job became integrating the departments so they could run the city as an enterprise, with each department harmonizing with the other. BG: What has been your most
Cathy Stepp (FILE) significant accomplishment during your first year in office, and how do you believe it has positively affected the city and its residents? CS: There have been key personnel changes during my first year that have resulted in demonstrating support for our staff and listening to their concerns. With new leadership in key areas of city government, there has been a noticeable “lightness” in the building and the work product our team is putting out. I’m most proud of identifying people’s gifts and putting them in places where they illuminate the city. BG: Looking ahead to the next year, what are your top three goals and priorities for the city’s development and improvement? CS: Continuing to impleSEE STEPP, PAGE 7A
Kathy Strong holds one of the pavers she has sponsored in memory of Spec. 5 James Moreland. (Photo courtesy Kathy Strong)
California woman plans Missouri visit to honor Vietnam soldier BY CYNTHIA J. THOMAS, Staff Writer When Kathy Strong received a POW bracelet in 1972 engraved with the name of a missing American soldier in Vietnam, she resolved to wear it until he came home. She had no idea she would wear that bracelet for the next 38 years. Strong, of Walnut Creek, California, was 12 years old when she received the bracelet as a Christmas gift. All she knew from the information on the bracelet was that Spec. 5 James Moreland had been missing since February 7, 1968. “I always believed he
would come home,” said Strong. She kept wearing the bracelet—to her high school prom, job interviews, and special life events. When she needed surgery on her wrist, she searched for—and found—a doctor who would do the procedure without removing the bracelet. For the first few years, she envisioned finally greeting a returning soldier at some point and showing him the bracelet. In 1975, she finally received a biography of Moreland when her mother reached out to VIVA, the Voices in Vital America student group. From
it, she learned that James Leslie Moreland served as a Green Beret medic and paratrooper in Lang Vei, but she still had no idea of his fate, although he was declared dead by the government in 1978. In February 1988, just over 20 years since Moreland had been reported missing, Strong gave a newspaper interview, hoping his family would see the story. In 2008, the story began showing up on the internet and was seen by Moreland’s sister, Linda. The women met for lunch, and Strong stayed in regular contact with the family SEE SOLDIER, PAGE 8A
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Santa leads the way during a previous motorcycle toy run. (Photo by Janet Steinkamp)
34th annual Branson Motorcycle Toy Run planned for November 5 Submitted to Branson Globe Missouri Freedom of Road Riders Local 15, Branson Tri-Lakes, announces its 34th annual Branson Motorcycle Toy Run to be held Sunday afternoon, November 5, 2023. The Toy Run benefits families in Taney County who need assistance at Christmas time. Riders will meet at Walmart, 2050 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, for a 1 p.m. departure and follow Santa to the Lake Taneycomo Elks
Lodge 2597, 12951 U.S. Hwy. 160, just outside Forsyth. Dinner will be provided by the Elks Lodge. Toys, coats, hats and gloves are needed for boys and girls of all ages. Don’t have time to shop before the event? Cash donations are also welcome. Freedom of Road Riders, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization promoting safety and brotherhood to all kinds of motorcyclists riding all types of motorcycles; membership is also
open to those who support these goals regardless of whether they currently ride. In addition to safety classes and legislative watch for issues affecting motorcyclists, local groups regularly hold special events for fellowship and to give back to their communities. Visit https://www.forr.net for more information about FORR. Call 417-339-1679 with any questions about the Toy Run. Everyone is welcome, rain or shine!
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Submitted to Branson Globe On Friday, November 3, Community Partnership of the Ozarks, The Brook Wellness Center, Taney County Suicide Prevention Network, and the Skaggs Foundation will host a FREE all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast for veterans, from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Branson Rec Plex, 1501 Branson Hills Pkwy., Community Room C. The purpose of this event is to raise awareness about the risks of suicide among the veteran population. There will be free pancakes and coffee, time to socialize, and resource and information tables, in an effort to prevent suicides. Missouri veteran suicide rates are nearly three times higher than those of the United States general population (U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs, 2020). The Taney County Suicide Prevention Network is focused on outreach to local veterans, due to their higher risk
for suicide which has recently risen among veterans 18 to 34 years of age. In addition to free pancakes and coffee, fellowship, and resources, there will be presentations by a number of speakers: Reuben Smith, with LPC Faith Community Health, will present “Support of, and Safety Measures for, those experiencing Suicidal Ideation, especially our Veterans.” Jacob Shirk, a veteran with Wellness for Warriors, will talk about his agency and the resources it provides for the veteran population of Taney County. Stan Robinson, a veteran who now serves as Chaplain and Clinical Director at The Brook Wellness Center, will speak about his lived experience with a suicide attempt and his subsequent recovery. Brian Seitz, a veteran and member of the Missouri House of Representatives, will discuss his work for veterans in District 156. There will be a Q&A
following the speakers. Veterans are encouraged to bring their plus ones, whether or not they have served in the military. This event is free, and attendees may come and go or stay for the entire event as their schedule permits. Members of the community are asked to share information about this valuable event with any veteran friends and family members. Please RSVP for the pancake breakfast at https://forms.gle/fcSixzcD7L7scFbaA. Community Partnership of the Ozarks exists to facilitate and promote the building of resilient children, healthy families, and strong neighborhoods and communities through collaboration, programming and resource development. For more information about the pancake breakfast, or the Partnership’s collaborative efforts and programs, visit www.cpozarks.org; call 417-888-2020; or email jlockhart@cpozarks.org.
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Community leaders in Branson School BY K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer A large number of community leaders took part in last week’s Community Summit, presented by the Branson Public Schools. Held at the Branson Hilton Convention Center, the morning event featured a Presentation of Colors by the Branson High School Air Force Jr ROTC, followed by the National Anthem, performed by the Branson High School Pride of Branson Bands Jazz Band. After the Pledge of Allegiance and a prayer, attendees enjoyed a delicious breakfast before hearing an informative district update, presented by Branson Superintendent Dr. Brad Swofford. Swofford spoke of the new conference that Branson athletic teams will be a part of in the next school year. According to Swofford, six area high schools have formed a new conference. Beginning in the 20242025 school year, Branson, Bolivar, Carl Junction, Logan-Rogersville, Marshfield and West Plains School Districts will compete in the new Ozark Mountain Conference. The newly formed conference includes school districts with similar enrollment numbers, shared values and common community beliefs. The proximity of the schools in the conference will also mean less travel-time for students. “The formation of the new Ozark Mountain Conference enables Branson Schools to strengthen our activity and athletic programs while improving our student-athletes,” says Dr. Brad Swofford. Swofford shared the Branson Public School’s Strategic Plan, which included goals and strategies for the district to focus on in the areas of Culture and Climate, Organizational Excellence and Student Success. Swofford also shared several interesting statistics about the Branson School District, including the number of students enrolled—4,656, noting that the number was slightly lower than pre-Covid.
Swofford explained that, following the pandemic, some families have chosen homeschooling, private schooling, or online learning to educate their children. The district also has 694 full-time employees, including teachers, faculty and staff. Swofford noted that the Branson School District is not immune to staffing issues, stating that, in addition to the nationwide teacher shortage, other positions, such as food service, are often a challenge to fill. Swofford spoke of school safety, noting that it is a priority in the Branson Schools, explaining that the district employs nine Resource Officers and Protection Officers, to ensure the safety of the students. “That is something that I’m very proud of,” said Swofford. “We want our students, our staff and our parents to feel that whenever our kids come to school, we have people in place to keep them safe.” The Branson School District is currently comprised of four campuses—a high school, junior high, and five elementary schools. Said Swofford, “We are very proud of our facilities and
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our community is, as well. We certainly strive to keep them updated, and certainly strive to meet educational needs.” “We are required to be in session for 1,044 hours,” said Swofford. “That’s the minimum amount of hours for our schools to be in session. We actually exceed that because we have snow days and things like that built in, but, by law, we are required to go 1,044 hours.” Swofford noted that Branson High School had 344 graduates in May of 2023, and that the school district served 644,849 meals during the last school year. Swofford also shared a variety of activities that students can become involved in, including Academic Team, Air Force JROTC, Band, Baseball, Chess, Choir, Color Guard, Cross Country, Dance, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Volleyball, Wrestling, Student Council, Future Business Leaders of America, Future Farmers of America, Go Caps and a variety of various other clubs, organizations or sports. Said Swofford, “If they can link on to something, if they can attach to something, they will be success-
ful. We’ve seen that time and time again, that if you connect to something and you belong to something or feel like you belong to something, you can be successful. I’ve seen this time and time again with our kids. Our kids have an opportunity to be involved in a lot of different things.” Dr. Swofford’s update was followed by table discussions. Each table in the room The Air Force Junior ROTC took part in the recent community Sumincluded a mixture of Bran- mit. (Photo by K.D. Michaels) son School District leaders GET FREE FOOD, GROCERIES, $10 GAS ON YOUR 1ST VISIT. and community members. CALL 417-337-3772 Each table shared discussion on a number of topics, as the school district gained insight from those in the community. The Branson School District offered their appreciation to all who made the Community Summit a success. Tri-Lakes Humane Society, Reeds Spring In a printed statement, the Call (417) 272-8113 or visit tri-lakeshumanesoc.org district noted, “Our thanks to the GOCAPS Business Associates and Alisa Cornelison; BHS AFJROTC, led by Master Sergeant Atwood and Major Gary Maki; BHS Jazz Band, directed by Daniel Jarrett; the Branson Convention Center; Liberty AV; Branson Schools Technology Department; Branson Schools Administration and all attendees.”
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New playground opens at Elevate Branson evate facility during its open hours; an additional sponsorship opportunity is available for a biometric fingerprint gate to allow expanded community access while still maintaining security. For more information about sponsorships and donations, Elevate Branson hours, and Elevate Kids, visit www.el- Therapy dog Theo enjoyed the evatebranson.org and check park with Elevate Kids director Cathy Brown. out the “Take Action” tab.
In his dedicatory remarks, founder and CEO Bryan Stallings cited research indicating that time spent in nature helps heal trauma and anxiety. The new play area will help improve quality of life for over 400 area kids whose home is a room in an extended-stay motel, with an asphalt parking lot instead of a lawn to play on, and whose family life is often stressful under such conditions. The playground is set in a naturally wooded setting. (All photos by Stallings thanked the indiCynthia J. Thomas) vidual and business sponsors BY CYNTHIA J. THOMAS, Staff behind the Elevate Branson whose generosity has helped main building at 310 Gretna enable the opening stages, Writer Elevate Branson celebrat- Rd. Chamber of Commerce as well as Zanescapes for ed the grand opening of their members, friends and sup- their design and landscaping new All-Natural Playground porters, and community services. The park presently with a ribbon cutting on Fri- leaders including State Rep. includes sand to dig in, boulday, October 13. The play- Brian Seitz were on hand to ders to climb, slides, swings and play equipment incorpoground is located directly share in the festivities.
rated into the trees and natural slopes and rocks, as well as a walking trail. Opportunities are available to get involved in finishing Phase 1 and making Phase 2 a reality soon; individuals and businesses are invited to donate to a matching opportunity or commit to a sponsorship to extend the play facilities and the walking trail. Sponsorships include providing climbing nets and ropes; additional swings; balance beams; climbing boulders and logs; expanded sensory areas and treasure dig area, and more. Phase II will incorporate additional landscaping, a zip line and tunnel slide, and a treehouse fort. The playground is currently accessible through the El-
Elevate Branson founder and CEO Bryan Stallings cuts the ribbon.
make way for something new. I knew immediately that something had to be done to preserve that pink and blue icon. I knew I could bid on it at auction, but what about after we won. I was connected to Marshall Howden. I soon found that we shared the undying passion for preserving the history of music here in
guitar neck restored and standing at the Song of Hope Museum, greeting guests, just as it did at the Jim Stafford Theater for so many years. The fundraising will also help secure the future of the Song of Hope museum. Stafford thanked those in attendance for their loyalty and support throughout
the years, quipping that he hoped people remembered him as well as they do the neon sign. When asked his thoughts on his more than 30 years of entertaining Branson crowds, Stafford noted, “What a ride!” Jim Stafford has performed several shows in Branson this month. His
final show in this current limited engagement is set for Friday, October 20, at 5 p.m., at the Shepherd of the Hills Playhouse Dinner Theater. Join Jim as he performs “Nuggets from the Horse I Rode in On—The Life and Times of Jim Stafford” on Friday night. For tickets, call 417-334-4191.
a need. Those are a want. • Clothing: Kids ask lots of questions and get bigger. It’s just how they work. So you’ll probably need to buy new seasonal clothing most years. And if you start a new job and don’t have the wardrobe required, you’ll need a few things, too. But buying designer brands or clothing for fun is a want. And here’s the deal: We aren’t saying you can’t have wants in your monthly budget. It’s just about keeping your priorities straight. So, how do you cover both wants and needs? Great question. Let’s answer it! How do I budget for
wants and needs? As you set up your budget, follow these three steps: 1. List your income. 2. List your expenses. 3. Subtract your income from your expenses (and this should be zero). Then give yourself a pat on the back or toss some confetti in the air! Because you just created a zero-based budget! That means you’ve given every dollar a job—giving, saving, spending…covering those needs and wants. You cover both of those by making sure you put in your needs before wants as you list your expenses! Not enough money? Cut some spending or increase your income
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entered the beating heart of Branson, the center of the 76 Strip,” noted Bailey. “For two years it sat dark as the world stood still. And the corporate owners of the Jim Stafford Theater made a difficult decision to tear down the theater to, as everything evolves,
Branson. And we shared the same goal, ‘Save the guitar neck.’” For his part, Howden recited a humorous poem he composed about the challenges in getting the sign taken down and relocated. Howden has plans for a capital campaign to raise funds to get the giant neon
Needs vs. wants: It’s vital to understand the difference BY DAVE RAMSEY, Ramsey Solutions Deep down we probably know the difference between a need and a want. But in a world of next-day shipping and unlimited upgrades, that line can get a little blurry. Who has time for blurry lines? No one. So, let’s get a really clear picture of needs vs. wants— and the best way to get both covered in your budget. What are needs? Needs are all the expenses that are necessary for you to get by in life. The most basic of these are what we call the Four Walls: • Food • Utilities
• Shelter • Transportation If you’re ever in an emergency situation (like a job loss) and need to get on a bare-bones budget—cover those Four Walls until you get back on your feet. If you’re in a stable spot with your money, other essentials to cover include insurances, debt, and (for some people) childcare. What are wants? Wants are the expenses that improve the quality of your life. Essential? No. Delightful? Yes! Here are some examples of wants: • Streaming services • Movie, concert or sports
tickets • Upgrades • Entertainment • Designer brands • Bassoon lessons • Travel • Restaurants You read all those right. They’re wonderful, but not vital! If they fit in the budget, that’s fine. But don’t sacrifice your money goals or needs to pay for these things. They can wait. T. Swift will tour again, and if she doesn’t, she’ll probably invite you over for cookies anyway! What are some wants that feel like needs? Here’s where the line gets blurry, friends. And here’s where some truth gets served.
• Restaurants: Yes, food is one of the Four Walls, but that means groceries. Because eating is a need— but eating out is a want. • Travel: Again, transportation is totally in the Four Walls—but that means getting yourself to and from work, the kids to and from school. You know, those kinds of trips. Travel is referring to those fun vacations. That’s a want. • Upgraded phone plans: Having a basic, cheap phone plan is pretty standard these days. You probably need it for work and safety purposes, but all the extra features and unlimited upgrades aren’t
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‘Skate to the puck’ – a ‘yes’ for TCED Tax is a matter of ‘heart’ for an Ole Seagull
BY GARY J. GROMAN a.k.a. The Ole Seagull
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ockey’s great Wayne Gretzky said, “I skate to where the puck is going to be, not where it has
been.” In a genuine sense, that’s what voters did in 2005 when they approved the 1% Tourism Community Enhancement District (TCED) Tax dedicated to the marketing of Branson. The “puck” they were “skating to” was to attract more tourists to Branson. On November 7, Taney and Stone County voters residing within the TCED will have the opportunity to
vote to renew the tax. This tax funds the marketing effort that has moved the “tourism puck” into a consistently growing number of Branson area tourists, breaking all previous records in terms of both numbers and revenues. This record-breaking tourism directly impacts the quality of life of all who live in the Branson area. Tourism helps provide employ-
ment, government services, police, fire, entertainment and the Branson area’s low taxes. The tax is “paid primarily by visitors.” An Ole Seagull equates the effective “marketing” of Branson and its economic success to the “heart” and the importance of blood getting to it. Branson’s “financial heart” is tourism. The blood that the heart needs to keep functioning
is marketing, and a “Yes” vote on November 7 will keep the “marketing blood” flowing and Branson’s “financial heart” healthy. For what it matters, believing that an Ole Seagull will follow Gretzky’s advice as he has done every vote on this tax since 2005. He will skate to the puck of advancing tourism in Branson by voting “Yes” on November 7.
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or anyone reading the Old Testament book of Esther, or watching the excellent Sight & Sound musical, much of the focus—with good reason—is on Queen Esther’s courage. But the story also has a “best supporting actor” character: Mordecai. The Bible tells us Mordecai took charge of Esther when her parents died; this was possibly because he
flannels? Good luck. You’ll melt by midday as the temperatures climb hindward back into summertime. The Ozarks are undeniably within the American South, something Midwesterners often forget. A few months back I was sitting BY JOSHUA HESTON, Stateoft- in a restaurant where one heOzarks.net Online Magazine table over a fresh-faced college boy was doing his best he warm October air is to impress his date. “This is shivery and the walnut the Ozarks,” he explained leaves are turning yellow. importantly to a girl eating Clouds replace sun. The chips and salsa. “The Ozarks ether has an electrical qual- are almost like the South.” ity spelling change. Autumn Almost? I toyed with the in the Ozarks is different, idea of rudely interrupting often contradicting the sea- his monologue before turnsonal pastiche of social me- ing back to my sizzly fajitas. The breeze is muttering dia. Trendy stocking cap and
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God had a plan. Many grandparents, other family members, and foster parents are raising children these days. Circumstances range from death of a parent, to bad choices by one or both, or job situations such as military deployment of a single parent, but regardless of the situation, these caregivers face a tough job, and perhaps Mordecai can give some encouragement. First, he communicated a legacy of faith. The Jewish remnant had endured generations of exile and disappointment, yet some, like Mordecai, still obeyed God’s laws. We can’t control all the surrounding culture and temptations, but we can share our own testimony with kids in our care, and
model the habit of biblically-based decisions. Neither could Mordecai control Esther’s decisions once she left his care to enter the palace, but he continued to communicate and give counsel as best he could, likely praying fervently that she would respect his counsel, which she did. And even while realizing she might not accept his advice, he trusted God for the long-term outcome, one way or another. I know at least one parent who kept praying even as her son was in prison; he’s now a pastor and leads people to Jesus every week. If you’re in the caregiving season, I hope Mordecai’s example encourages you to stay faithful, do your best, and entrust the outcome to God.
amongst the black walnuts again. A single, crisp sycamore leaf sails spritely on the lake waters, a sudden mitten-like raft. Life and season in microcosm, beginning and ending. Autumn calls to us even as it frightens us. We lie to ourselves without words, pretending to be insulated from the passage of time as we surround ourselves with technology and distraction. Seasons change. We change even as we often refuse a changing grace to those around us. Each season offers us a lesson to be learned, lifetime by lifetime. The transcendent hope of springtime equates to youth.
Summer, the fullness of life. Fall, the end of things imbued with the experience and wisdom of a generation. The old Scots-Irish traditions embraced these truths through lore and mythology, especially with the Cailleach, the divine hag of winter. Hags are scary. Images of a certain 1937 animated villain spring to mind. There are, however, great truths hidden beneath our fairytales. Archetypal truths speak through the generations, telling of beauty, of jealousy, and — most often — the danger of unbalancing the deeper lessons. We fear death. We fear aging. We fear loss. Society’s
obsession with youth has left us unbalanced, bringing the overweight of expectation to our youth and great anxiety to each generation as the inevitable passage of time occurs. Classic entrapment ensues. We struggle and wail against the ticking clock and the appearance of gray hair and wrinkles. We often struggle onward without speaking, following a lie and arriving at the worst possible destination: Age without wisdom. But beneath the artificial hype of the season and belying the still-summer wind, our Ozarks October tells us the difficult truth: Nothing lasts forever. Not even this, our gray, luminous autumn.
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to choose from, Mordecai would have been understandably concerned. When Esther eventually became queen, the Bible indicates they were able to keep in touch. During that period of a few years, even in her royal position, Esther still respected her guardian and her faith, even as she heeded Mordecai’s request not to publicize her Jewish background. Their relationship was still strong when the terrible edict was given to kill Jews, leading to firm, wise advice from Mordecai and God’s provision through Esther’s obedience. Through all this, Mordecai remained faithful. Concerned for Esther—yes. Horrified at the edict—yes. Still wise and God-fearing in his advice—yes. And
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was the closest male relative, or considerably older, or both; but in any case, she respected him as an adoptive parent figure. Several generations after Israel’s exile to Babylon, and as part of a Jewish community remaining in Persia even after some Jews returned to Jerusalem, it is clear Mordecai still held a firm Jewish faith. Many scholars believe references to him “at the king’s gate” indicate he also worked hard in a position of some standing in the court, enabling him to provide for Esther financially as well. Things apparently were going well, until the whole episode happened with the king’s six-month party and deposing Queen Vashti. As beautiful young women were taken for the king
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hat parent or teacher does not want to teach in such a way as to produce the optimum learning in a child? Through the ages, much research and experimentation have been done to determine how a child learns best. All of this, along with plain common sense, tells us that children learn best when they build on little successes. Keeping this fact in mind, we need to ask ourselves the following questions: “How does a child define success?” “How can a teacher or parent make sure that a child succeeds as that child determines success?
Children most often define success according to the amount of praise received for a task accomplished. If the child receives a little praise, the child feels that s/he has done all right. If a child receives a great deal of praise, that child feels especially good about what has been accomplished and feels success. Immediately, the child wants to repeat the action to receive more praise. Success gives a child hope and confidence in ability to achieve. The child will automatically select activities similar to those for which praise was received. Conversely, a child will avoid activities where success was not experienced. This demonstrates the need for praising children rather than scolding them. However, the praise should never be false praise! When a child receives false praise, s/ he feels like they are doing great and are not motivated to improve.
Praise needs to be focused on the achievement rather than the child. Too much praise for the child leads to a child having a feeling of superiority. We don’t want children growing up feeling they are better than others. However, we do want them to have confidence in their ability to do a good job. It is important that tasks be delegated commensurate with a child’s ability to succeed. If tasks are too difficult, the child cannot experience satisfaction. There is a value in “instant success.” When we introduce something new, it would be best to take a small portion that is easy to learn and start with that. When the child succeeds in one little thing, s/he is encouraged to tackle more. The child has instantly felt success and is eager to experience more success. “Chunk learning” is a phrase commonly used in education circles. It simply
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means that it is better to take a chunk at a time rather than throw the whole thing at a child all at once. “Chunk learning” allows a student to feel more success and avoids much confusion in processing information in the brain. When too much is presented at one time, the child becomes confused and bewildered with information and is often not able to sort through and classify it to “file it away” in the mind for future use. It takes understanding on the part of the parent or teacher to know how much to expect children to grasp at one time and still feel successful. New teachers have been told, “Don’t try to teach them all you know on the first day!” We need to give information in doses that can be processed in a manner for the child to feel successful. It is difficult to do this when we think of how very much a child
needs to know to survive in our culture. When teachers are expected to cover a certain amount of material in a certain amount of time, it becomes tempting to speed up to get through the lessons. It is counterproductive to do so. It is as if children start “putting on the brakes” when pressure, rather than success, is felt. No matter what society demands of a person, forcing a child to learn, when that child is not ready, is like trying to force a flower to bloom. Some parents and teachers can readily sense when a child is feeling successful and others seem to go blindly along never knowing when a child is feeling good or bad about something. Love is the quality that gives understanding. We need to love the ones with whom we are working. When we really care, we will want children to succeed and make efforts to teach accordingly.
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ands down, one of my favorite parts of Halloween is the costumes. From seeing adorable babies dressed as koalas, to entire families decked out as the Addams Family, it’s just so much fun. But like any other month, if you go into October without a plan your financial decisions could haunt you
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ment and improve systems so it is easier than ever for people to interact with all our departments, continuing to put the right people in the right places so we deliver the highest quality of service to our taxpayers, and continuing to connect with our taxpayers and the businesses so we can better understand how to get unnecessary red tape out of the way so they can be even more productive BG: Can you share a specific success story or initiative you are proud of from your first year in office? CS: Our Safe Lodging Initiative is significant to the city. Making sure Branson’s reputation as a family-friendly and safe place to visit is paramount to bolster our reputation as a destination. Equally important is ensuring we’re applying the rule of law and expectations equally across the board so no one business has an unfair advantage by skirting important life/safety requirements. BG: On the flip side, what would you consider your biggest challenge or failure during your first year, and what lessons have you learned? CS: My biggest challenge was thinking I could escape the political winds last spring! Not having the opportunity to meet with mayoral candidates who made me a centerpiece of their campaign was disappointing. I should have invested even more time building ex-
for months to come. With that in mind, here are a few tips for saving big money during the Halloween season, and maybe setting yourself up to spend less next year, too. Costumes Don’t forget, just like kids grow out of clothes, they also grow out of Halloween costumes. Check with your friends and neighbors to see if they’ll let you borrow a costume this year. You don’t need to drop big money for a brand-new outfit when there’s one you can borrow right next door. Or, instead of buying a $40 Ninja Turtles costume for each of your four boys, or sewing DIY versions from scratch, turn hunting for costumes into a family game. Head to the consignment shop or thrift store with your family and give
each of your kids an envelope with $5 or $10 inside. Split up into teams to pick out a costume or find materials to make a custom creation. When time’s up and purchases are made, head home and have the kids dig into their closets for the rest of their costumes! Treats It’s no secret that candy is pricey stuff. Still, living in a neighborhood that gets carloads of kids every year doesn’t mean you have to buy barrels of candy. If you know you’ll be visited by 50 to 100 princesses and superheroes, skip the fancy chocolate bars, and grab a bulk bag of assorted candy. Be on the lookout for coupons and any two-for-one deals. One more tip when it comes to candy. Keep track of how many trick-or-treat-
ers visit your house, so you can plan for next year. There’s no need to overbuy and get stuck eating all the leftovers. Unless that’s what you’re hoping for… Decorations Halloween is a big deal for some people. And a single pumpkin on the front porch just won’t cut it, especially if you’re easily inspired by fall décor on Instagram and Pinterest. But if you’re not careful, buying Halloween décor year after year can really take a bite out of your budget. If you need to stretch a dollar, hit up your local dollar store for decorations. And if you really love going all out for Halloween, start saving and reusing your decorations. Pumpkins Pumpkins are fun, but it’s way too easy to overspend
ternal relationships during my first six months, and perhaps people wouldn’t have found it so easy to denigrate someone they didn’t know. BG: How have you worked to build relationships and collaborate with other city officials, departments, and community organizations to achieve your goals? CS: I’ve really enjoyed finally having some time to build connections with our CVB, Chamber leadership, and area community leaders. This community is full of light, with so many giving so much of their time and resources to make our city the treasure it is. Attending events, having face-to-face meetings, and inviting people IN are key ways to establish trust. I’m thankful to those in our community who have been so welcoming to me. BG: What steps have you taken to engage with the community and gather input from residents on important city matters? CS: Being at numerous city events across the city has been vital to ensuring people know I’m approachable, and being attentive when citizens speak at our many meetings does the same. BG: In terms of city infrastructure and services, what improvements have you been able to implement, and what areas are you still working on enhancing? CS: We’re working on our new enterprise computer system improvement that will dramatically ease our daily work and integrate departments. We’ll be able to share
information, give real-time budget awareness, and allow citizens to see what we see, bringing our city government “into the light.” BG: Have there been any unexpected or emergent issues you’ve had to address during your first year, and how did you handle them? CS: Shortly after arriving, I was faced with grave concerns in our police department and human resources department. I interviewed staff at length and engaged outside counsel to ensure impartiality. We are on solid and quality footing now in both departments. BG: How do you see your role developing over the coming years, and what long-term vision do you have for the city under your leadership? CS: Long-term: Ensuring the right people are in the right places to continue a culture of servanthood and transparency. I look forward to being even more engaged with the business leaders in our community
who keep our engine running. BG: Can you share any specific strategies or plans for maintaining transparency and accountability in city government during your tenure? CS: The right management decisions regarding the choice of personnel is critical. Making sure our performance reviews weigh heavily on metrics that measure success and always looking to improve processes will help foster this culture for many years to come. BG: What resources or support have you found most valuable in carrying out your responsibilities as city administrator? CS: The most important resource to me is the people of Branson. Inside and outside of city government, I need to understand others’ perspectives and be open to new ideas. I love that part of my job. BG: How do you plan to ensure that the city continues to grow and thrive economically, socially and environmentally in
on them. So, give yourself a pumpkin budget. Let the kids each pick one, or cap yourself at $20. That way, you can keep the spending in check. And remember, going to the pumpkin patch is a blast, but it’s not the best place to buy them if you’re on a budget. Instead, buy pumpkins from the grocery store, and look for two-for-one deals. Other fall activities There are plenty of Hal-
loween and harvest festivals this time of year. And they’re usually free! Plus, there are many other budget-friendly activities for the family. Spend a day walking around a farm or enjoying a hayride. Take a drive out of town to look at the leaves changing colors. Go apple picking. With a little thought and planning, you can have a memorable Halloween on a bite-size budget.
the face of future challenges? CS: We have a solid foundation from where to start. Branson is a unique point of light in all three of those categories, and reminding our citizens of the great fortune we have been blessed with will help to ensure we’re all moving in the same direction. BG: Are there any key projects or initiatives that residents should be excited about? CS: We have several economic development, tourism and housing projects we can all get behind. There is much enthusiasm behind meeting our housing needs and building
toward a year-round economy. BG: What message would you like to convey to the residents of the city? CS: How deeply grateful I am that God has shown me the “Branson Light,” and placed me in this role for a very important purpose. I see the reasons in my daily work as I continue to encourage and direct our team forward to make sure we can offer a rewarding quality of life for our residents and our visitors. I’m so appreciative and humbled by the citizens who have shared that they pray for me. I feel it!
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from that point. In January 2011, Linda called with the news that James Moreland’s remains had been found and identified; the family had waited 43 years to receive such closure. He is presumed to have died when the special forces camp came under heavy NVA tank and infantry fire and those killed had to be left behind as others were captured. Sisters Anita and Linda
Kathy, pictured wearing the bracelet in 2011 (Photo courtesy of Kathy Strong) invited Kathy Strong to attend the May 2011, memorial service in Alabama, where the family had
grown up. At the service, then-51-year-old Strong removed the bracelet she had worn for 38 years and placed it on his dress uniform, to be buried with his remains. Her part in the story doesn’t end there, however. While visiting a Vietnam Memorial in Mississippi, she was inspired to sponsor a brick paver in Moreland’s memory. She then decided to do something similar in Pennsylvania, California, Alabama, where he had lived or had connections, and in Geor-
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west to place tribute pieces in Missouri and Kansas will be the 34th and 35th states toward her goal. She will arrive in Branson November 8. On Thursday, November 9, she will speak briefly at the 8 a.m. Tribute to Veterans at The Mansion; and at 1 p.m., she will present her tribute plaque in a ceremony at the Veterans Memorial Garden. On Friday, November 10, a presentation is scheduled in Wichita, Kansas. This will be Strong’s first visit to Branson, but she is looking forward to the activities Jana Evans, Veterans Memorial Garden director, has sched-
uled to give her a taste of how Branson appreciates its veterans, and she hopes to return for a Veterans Homecoming Week again in the future. Strong’s story has continued to capture media attention, and she hopes it will raise awareness of other families still waiting and the memory of other POW and MIA soldiers. “I don’t have the money or time to honor every single person,” Strong said in one of her interviews, “but I feel that by honoring one person to the best of my ability, I can honor everyone who served in Vietnam.”
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Branson Public Schools: Become a Christmas Assistance sponsor For over two decades, our community has supported Branson students through the Christmas Assistance Program, and we are looking forward to helping families again in 2023. We appreciate your willingness to support this program and look forward to welcoming many community businesses and individuals as Christmas Assistance sponsors. The district will accept ONLY monetary donations in order to provide gift cards to families in need, to help them buy Christmas gifts for their children. If you or your organization would like to assist children in need through this program, please contact our program directors: 417-334-6541, extension 6064; email: bransonchristmas@branson.k12.mo.us; or use this link to donate: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RvHuJUJPUly39YjnzXBvmn9AH4tpN6gccks24H35nVI/edit. Please return the form and your monetary donation by November 17. BHS Performing Arts Department presents ‘Puffs’ The Branson High School Performing Arts Department will present the fall play, “Puffs.” Performances are scheduled November 9 through November 11 at 7 p.m. in the Branson High School auditorium. The students are under the direction of Erin Moody. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for students, and can be purchased by visiting BransonHighSchoolTheatre.ludus. com. Tickets can also be purchased at the door on the night of the performance. For seven years a certain boy wizard went to a certain Wizard School. This, however, is not his story. This is the story of the Hufflepuffs... who just happened to be there, too. This hilariously heartfelt play takes the classic story to new places and reimagines what a hero can be. Mark your calendars and bring the entire family to “Puffs!” Giving attention to fire prevention During the recent National Fire Prevention Week, Branson elementary students learned more about fire safety. Firefighters from Branson Fire & Rescue educated elementary students on the importance of smoke alarms, how to stopdrop-and roll, and how to (Photo courtesy Branson Schools)
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dial 911 in case of an emergency. Fire prevention was incorporated in classroom learning and activities during an important week. Thank you to our first responders for keeping our community safe! College of the Ozarks to celebrate Veterans Week College of the Ozarks will honor Veterans with numerous events and ceremonies during the week of and prior to Veteran’s Day, Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023. The public is invited to attend all events listed, free of charge. • Veterans Day Sunrise Service– (Nov. 10., 7 a.m.) A sunrise, flag-raising ceremony will take place at the heart of campus by Williams Memorial Chapel and the Alumni Memorial. • The Missouri Vietnam Veterans Memorial Reading of the Names – (Nov. 10, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.) The names of The Missouri Vietnam Veterans Memorial, located at the entrance of the College of the Ozarks campus, will be read by C of O students, staff and faculty. All are welcome to visit the memorial and pause for a moment of quiet reflection. • Patriotic Play “Breaking the Silence” – In honor of Veterans week, multiple showings of this complimentary play will be performed in The Keeter Center’s Royal Oak Forum at College of the Ozarks. Show dates for “Breaking the Silence” are: Thursday, Oct. 19, 2 p.m.; Thursday, Oct. 26, 7 p.m.; Tuesday, Oct. 31, 3 p.m.; Tuesday, Nov. 7, 3 p.m.; Thursday, Nov. 9, 3 p.m.; Friday, Nov. 10, 3 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 11, 3 p.m.; Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2 p.m. Reeds Spring Superintendent recognized by playground group The Reeds Spring School District proudly announces the induction of Superintendent Dr. Cody Hirschi as the inaugural member of the Unlimited Play Playgrounds Hall of Fame. Unlimited Play is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating fully accessible playgrounds for all children. The Reeds Spring School District is working with Unlimited Play Reeds Spring Superintendent Dr. Cody Hirschi to install six (left) was inducted into the Unlimited Play Hall playgrounds of Fame by founder Natalie Mackay (right). (Special to Branson Globe) on campus.
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BRANSON PIRATES (game time is 7 p.m.) 9/1 at Carthage: W 9/8 at Willard: L 9/15 Nixa: L 9/22 at Carl Junction: W 9/29 Neosho: W 10/6 Republic: L 10/13 at Ozark: W 10/20 Webb City
FORSYTH PANTHERS (game time is 7 p.m.) 9/1 Buffalo: W 9/8 Clever: W 9/15 at Fair Grove: L 9/22 at Skyline: W 9/29 at Diamond: W 10/6 at Strafford: W 10/13 Butler: L 10/20 at Springfield Central
HOLLISTER TIGERS (game time is 7 p.m.) 9/1 East Newton: L 9/8 Marshfield: L 9/15 at Reeds Spring: L 9/22 Aurora: L 9/29 at Logan-Rogersville: L 10/6 Mt. Vernon: L 10/13 at Springfield Catholic: L 10/20 at Lamar
REEDS SPRING WOLVES (game time is 7 p.m.) 9/1 Nevada: L 9/8 at Springfield Catholic: W 9/15 Hollister: W 9/22 at Marshfield: W 9/29 at Seneca: L 10/6 Aurora: W 10/13 at Logan-Rogersville: W 10/20 Mt. Vernon
Unlimited Play’s founder, Natalie Mackay, said Dr. Hirschi was an obvious choice for this honor. “Since first working with him (Hirschi), I’ve seen firsthand how he understands and exemplifies the true meaning of building communities. Dr. Hirschi’s tireless efforts to ensure all children are seen, heard and valued align perfectly with what we stand for at Unlimited Play.” Dr. Hirschi humbly accepted the honor, emphasizing that it reflects the collective dedication of the entire Reeds Spring community. “Building these playgrounds is a group effort,” Hirschi said. “Play is a critical part of the physical, emotional and social development for every child, and at Reeds Spring Schools, we believe everyone deserves equal access to quality learning experiences.” SEE SCHOOL BRIEFS, PAGE 11A
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ly-friendly fun, all while supporting our dedicated students.” Reeds Spring Schools to break ground on community park As one construction project wraps up, another one begins at Reeds Spring Schools. The district will hold a ceremonial groundbreaking for Wolf Pack Park on Monday, October 30, at 11:30 a.m. Wolf Pack Park, a 125acre community park available to everyone, will be built behind Reeds Spring Middle School at Rendering of Wolf Pack Park (Special to Branson 345 Morrill Globe) Lane and will feature scenic walking trails, biking trails, a fully accessible playground, a picnic area, tennis courts, pickleball courts, a basketball court, and a disc golf course. Following the ceremony, attendees will have the unique opportunity to take a Jeep tour around the expansive park grounds, allowing them to visualize the exciting potential of this upcoming community space. The work on Wolf Pack Park is getting underway just as the district finishes the renovation project at Reeds Spring Primary School. The Table Rock Career Center is also under construction on campus. All of these projects are part of the voter-approved no-tax-increase bond issue passed in 2022. Hollister Band first in finals The Hollister High School Marching Band traveled to Missouri State University to compete in the Ozarko Marching Invitational. During the preliminary competition, the band placed third and received the caption awards for outstanding visual and outstanding color guard and advanced to finals. The band travels to Mokane, Missouri, on October 21 for the MO State Marching Association Championship and will perform their Glow Show at Tiger Stadium on October 24.
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New conference formed by Ozark Mountain area schools Six Ozark Mountain area high schools have formed a new conference. Beginning in the 2024-2025 school year, Branson, Bolivar, Carl Junction, Logan-Rogersville, Marshfield, and West Plains school districts will compete in the newly named Ozark Mountain Conference. The Ozark Mountain Conference brings together districts that are similar in enrollment numbers, as well as shared values and community beliefs. “The formation of the new Ozark Mountain Conference enables Branson Schools to strengthen our activity and athletic programs while improving our student-athletes,” says Dr. Brad Swofford, Superintendent of Branson Schools. For the remainder of this school year, the six schools will work collaboratively in preparation for competing in the new Ozark Mountain Conference during the 2024-25 school year. Reeds Spring HS marching bands to showcase talent at Ozark Mountain Marching Festival Reeds Spring High School will proudly host the Ozark Mountain Marching Festival on Saturday, October 21. This event features an impressive lineup of 15 high school marching bands from across the region. Each participating marchReeds Spring HS marching band (Special to ing band has Branson Globe) dedicated countless hours to perfecting their routines, making this event a mustsee and hear for music enthusiasts. The Ozark Mountain Marching Festival schedule is as follows: • Date: Saturday, October 21, 2023 • Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Location: Reeds Spring High School General admission tickets are available at the following prices: • $10 for adults • $7 for senior citizens • $7 for students (with valid student ID) Your attendance not only ensures a memorable day of entertainment but also contributes to the continued success of the Wolf Pride Marching Band, as the festival serves as their most significant fundraiser of the year. “We are thrilled to host the Ozark Mountain Marching Festival and showcase the incredible talent of these young musicians,” said Wolf Pride Band Director Josh Garoutte. “It’s a day that promises outstanding performances and fami-
College of the Ozarks will host the fall retail open house on Saturday, Oct. 28 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Come celebrate with College of the Ozarks during the 90th year of student-made products. The tradition started with fruitcake in 1933. The student-made industries throughout campus will feature special promotions, fall merchandise, samples of recipes using student-made products, and more. At each of these locations, onlookers will be able to watch as the students make products and participate in live demonstrations. Demonstration times are as follows: • 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Peanut butter thumbprint cookies at The Keeter Center Gift Shop • 11:15 a.m. - 12 p.m. Milling demonstration and sampling • 12 p.m. - 12:45 p.m. - Fruitcake butter cookies at The Keeter Center Gift Shop • 12:45 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. Milling demonstration and sampling
• 1:15 p.m. - 2 p.m. - Buttermilk pumpkin pie at The Keeter Center Gift Shop At the Edwards Mill, students will grind corn with our old-fashioned grist mill and create hand-woven baskets. While visiting the Stained Glass and Candle Shop, guests will be able to see students hand making stained-glass pieces and smell the many different candles offered there. The Ralph Foster Museum will be open to the public for people to visit and see the history of the College of the Ozarks in many unique artifacts. While visiting the beautiful College campus, guests will also be entered into a drawing for a fall campus gift worth $100. It will be comprised of different items, including the recently released C of O Cookbook. The College is also showcasing a few limited time seasonal products, such as pumpkin butter, orange cranberry chutney, and peach salsa. Products are available for purchase online at store. cofo.edu.
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Dr. Brad Dolloff, dean of School of the Ozarks, and James Brown “J.B.”, host of The NFL Today on CBS, give remarks on stage at the College of the Ozarks Fall Convocation. The convocation followed a fireside chat style, hosted by Dolloff. Student athletes joined them on stage as J.B. answered questions about living a life of faithful influence. (Special to Branson Globe)
College of the Ozarks hosts James Brown, NFL announcer, for Fall Convocation Submitted to Branson Globe College of the Ozarks featured James Brown (also known as J.B.), host of The NFL Today on CBS and a special CBS news correspondent, as keynote speaker for the Leonard B. and Edith Gittinger Fall Convocation on Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023. A three-time Emmy Award-winner, he has hosted the Super Bowl a record-breaking 11 times. The convocation was held in The Howell W. Keeter Gymnasium and started with a prelude by the College of the Ozarks Concert Band, directed by Dr. Kevin Powers, assistant professor of music. After an introduction by Dr. Sue Head, vice president for cultural affairs and dean of character development, and honoring the flag, College of the Ozarks President Brad Johnson introduced J.B. to the audience. “This evening is dedicated to letting the light of Christ shine brightly through our lives in everything we put our hands to,” Johnson said. “Tonight, we recognize excellence and influence in journalism, broadcasting, and in the sphere of athletics.” The convocation followed a fireside chat style, hosted by Dr. Brad Dolloff, dean of School of the Ozarks. Student athletes joined them on stage as J.B. answered
questions about living a life of faithful influence. He also shared memories, life lessons, and stories from those who have impacted him most in his journey. “The most famous and important people in my life were my mother and father, who are in heaven right now,” said J.B. “I like to say they were high school graduates, but they had Ph.Ds in drive and determination. All they wanted for their five children was to get the best in life by earning it the old-fashioned way.” Dolloff asked questions on the importance of living a faith-driven life with excellence in all aspects. J.B. described learning at a young age from his coaches that while God and sports were both important parts of his life, God must come first. He has carried this principle with him through his life and now applies it to his current career as an NFL broadcaster. “I know that my company did not hire me to proselytize. They hired me to do my job excellently. My faith is what they get because that is who I am. I try to model my faith, but I don’t walk around trying to beat people over the head with a Bible. If they ask me a question, they are going to get a biblical answer.” Passing on the influence
J.B. finished his time by encouraging the students in their faith. He also offered words of wisdom for students to continue deepening their knowledge of God and the Bible. “I got a chance to see the College in person today with all these outstanding young people who give me hope. There is hope, as God says in His Word. No matter what we see going on out in the world. We have some awesome people here at C of O, and God is getting ready to unleash them on the whole world. All I would encourage each of you to do is to not compromise. “It is all about the Word of God. I wish I could tell my younger self to learn more about God earlier. Thankfully, He preserved me until I became saved at age 24, so I could continue
to dig more deeply into the Word of God.” “From what I’ve seen the students doing here, Hard Work U. is absolutely an appropriate way to describe this College,” J.B. said. “I love seeing the teamwork that’s evident among the students here. They model Jesus Christ in everything that they do, which is with excellence.” Student-made gifts J.B. was presented with traditional student-made gifts at the conclusion of the convocation. His gifts included an iconic C of O sweatshirt, a mixture of student-made products, and a customized stained-glass piece. The piece was created with deep meaning, as it reflected three of the most impactful individuals in
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t’s hard to believe that before Keith Allynn became known as “The Diamond Image” he was known as a stand-up comedian, starting at the young age of 14. Keith opened for acts such as Chris Rock, Tim Allen and Robin Williams. Then at age 21 he discovered his musical talents and became known as an Elvis tribute artist. Then a beautiful lady came into his life and this is when his Diamond Image began to evolve. The lady was Diana Lynn and soon
she became Mrs. Keith Allynn. Although Keith was performing his Elvis tribute shows, Diana finally convinced him that he looked and sounded more like Neil Diamond than Elvis Presley. Keith has over 50 singing impressions in his repertoire but he has focused on Neil Diamond and his show at Jerry Presley’s God and Country Theatre titled “A Neil Diamond Tribute.” He brings some of his comedic humor to the stage as he tells the story of Neil Diamond’s life through Diamond’s own songs. Keith went from a comedian to an Elvis tribute artist to a Neil Diamond tribute artist all for the love of Diana. This past Monday night’s show was filled with Diamond hits like “Cracklin’ Rosie,” “Song Sung Blue,” “I Am . . . I Said,” “Sweet Caroline,” “You
Don’t Bring Me Flowers,” “Brother Love’s Traveling Salvation Show” and “Hello Again” which Keith and Diana calls “their song.” The list goes on as Neil Diamond has a catalog of 582 songs to date, including three number one hits, and Keith incorporates many of these into his show. Keith also gave us a taste of his Elvis impression, singing “In the Ghetto.” This song, written by Mac Davis, was originally titled “The Vicious Circle” and became one of Elvis’ greatest hits. Keith has a lot of talented people on stage with him. The Double Diamond Show Band features some of the best musicians to be found. The brass section is composed of three military veterans, namely, Jay Parks on trombone; Jay Daversa on trumpet and Bill Reder on flute and saxophone. Parks played in the Army Band at West Point and several other Army bands for over 20 years as well as the Bobby Vinton and
Glenn Miller bands. Daversa performed on live TV shows, with Elvis and Barbra Streisand, The Carpenters and was heard on TV playing The Walton’s theme song. Reder was a resident musician in Vegas at Caesars Palace and played for the likes of Tony Bennett, James Brown, Glen Campbell, Liberace and many more. Others in the Double Diamond Show Band are Adrianna Fine, vocals and percussion; James McCall, master percussionist; Tim Pope, drummer; Seth Darby, bass guitar; Bogie Bohinc, lead guitar, Terry Laird, piano and synth; and, Diana Lynn, vocals and percussion. Diana has her own show at the God and Country Theatre called Carpenters Once More featuring the songs of Karen and Richard Carpenter. If you are a Neil Diamond fan or just like great music, this is the show for you. Enjoy a fun, relaxed
couple of hours listening to the music of Diamond. Call the box office at 417-3346806 for show times and tickets. God and Country Theatre is located at 1840 West 76 Country Blvd.
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ketball coach, his mother and his father. It featured a poem by his mother written in her handwriting. “I always like finding
ways to touch people’s lives through stained glass, but it can be hard to convey an idea through glass,” said Amy Leaming, student-made product manager. “This piece was different because we added a personal touch. Through some connections, we were able to attain a poem that his mom wrote
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Brown’s life. These people included his high school bas-
At right, Allynn strikes a pose for the audience; below, Keith and Diana Allynn, along with the Double Diamond Show Band (Photos by Linda Page)
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and place it as the focal point of the piece. We engraved it into a wooden piece in her handwriting. Quotes from his coach were also engraved into a piece in the corner. These things stood out to me, and I knew the piece needed to be centered around the people who were so inspirational in his life.”
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Reader’s Corner: Meet ‘Ebenezer and Friends’ BY CYNTHIA J. THOMAS, Staff Writer Meeting local authors is often a fun part of attending local events and writing about them, and last week’s Harvest Moon Festival in Forsyth was no exception. There, I enjoyed chatting with Ms. Jessie Terry and learning about her “Ebenezer and Friends” book series for children. Jessie Terry is the current Miss Branson USA, scheduled to compete for Miss Missouri USA next spring; she also enjoys kickboxing and is a certified lead-
ership coach and speaker. Those interests have given her plenty of opportunities to observe good social and leadership skills in action. At age 18, Ms. Terry began writing children’s books when she noticed her nieces, like many children nowadays, were spending so much time playing on computers they were not developing a love for reading. Over the past six years, she has written and illustrated 24 children’s books with one main purpose: Empowering kids to knock out boredom and bring back the
power of imagination. A quick browse through the books at the festival showed right away that they are engaging and fun, while introducing important topics. Kids will meet Ebenezer, a monster living in Montropia, and his friends; lessons are more exciting if a monster is teaching, right? Just a few of the titles include “Ebenezer’s Journal,” starting kids on a journey to explore their imagination and release their amazing inner potential; “Pixie the Pageant Pig,” in which Pixie discovers it’s okay to
be uniquely herself as she walks the stage to compete for the crown; and “Bubba’s Dentist Adventure,” where Bubba’s imagination runs wild as he visits the dentist for the first time—or is it a science lab? Terry has also created a 52-week leadership curriculum that teaches character values for children, available for individual families or for group use. Several of the “Ebenezer” books have a matching themed coloring book to reinforce concepts and encourage creativity.
(Photos from www.ebenezersjournal.com) Parents, grandparents, and caregivers will want to visit www.ebenezersjournal.com and browse the collection for holiday gift
ideas, supplemental homeschooling curriculum, or just some fun family reading time that encourages kids to explore new horizons.
First-ever Ozarks Books and Collectibles Taneyhills Library offers pecans for Bazaar to be held November 4 sale in annual fundraising event Submitted to Branson Globe The Society of Ozarkian Hillcrofters invites everyone to attend its quarterly meeting and first-ever bazaar dedicated to those who love all things Ozarks. The event is scheduled for November 4 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., at Healing River Worship Center, 265 Oak Ridge Road, Walnut Shade, just off the west side of U.S. Hwy 65 between Ozark and Branson (across from Ozarks Shooters). From 2 to 4:30 p.m. will be the first-ever Ozarks Books and Collectibles Bazaar. The public will be able to meet Ozarks authors for book signings, and there will also be participants of-
fering rare books and other Ozarks collectibles to buy, sell and trade. At 4:30 p.m., Dr. Brooks Blevins will give a presentation on “How to Talk Ozark in Seven Simple Steps.” Dr. Blevins, a Missouri Humanities speaker widely recognized as the foremost Ozarks historian of our day, will explore Ozarks ethnicity and culture, focusing on dialect and accent. He will discuss speech patterns, words and phrases that were commonly used in the Ozarks. As part of his presentation, Dr. Blevins invites the audience to participate in a “Talking Ozark” quiz. This audience participation will allow longtime Ozarks res-
idents to enjoy reminiscing about styles of speech and words that likely became unused many years ago. All members of the audience will be able to gain an appreciation of the spread of cultural trends and the regional uniqueness in Missouri, along with the forces that continually serve to undermine that uniqueness. Dr. Blevins will also be available for a book signing of his latest work, “Up South in the Ozarks: Dispatches from the Margins.” Admission is free for members of The Society of Ozarkian Hillcrofters. Admission is $5 for the general public. All proceeds go to Ozarks cultural preservation projects.
BY K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer The Taneyhills Library is again offering pecans for sale during the holiday season. The Library is currently taking pre-orders for pecans, as their annual fundraiser—a popular Branson tradition. The library is offering a variety of items, including 16-ounce pecan halves, 16-ounce pecan pieces, pecan logs, a seven-way tin suitable for gift giving, and a selection of gift packaged nuts including roasted and salted Cashews, roasted and salted pecans, pecan caramel clusters and chocolate covered pecans. The Georgia pecans are shipped just after being
picked and have an excellent flavor and quality. Visit the Taneyhills Library website, www. thlibrary.org for pricing information and call the Library Circulation Desk to preorder your pecans. Payment must be received at the time of pre-order, and delivery is anticipated—however, not guaran-
teed—for the first week of November. After pre-orders are filled, pecans will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information or to place a pre-order contact the Taneyhills Library at 417-334-1418 or stop by the Library, located at 200 South 4th Street in downtown Branson.
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‘Pilgrim’ currently at Freedom Encounter Theater; more great shows coming BY CYNTHIA J. THOMAS, Staff Writer It’s not too late to catch a performance of “Pilgrim,” now being presented at the Freedom Encounter Theater, 3220 Falls Parkway in Branson. Remaining performances for this season are on the following dates: • 7 p.m. Thursday, October 19 • 1 p.m. Friday, October 20 • 7 p.m. Saturday, October 21
• 3 p.m. Sunday, October 22 • 7 p.m. Thursday, October 26 • 7 p.m. Friday, October 27 • 7 p.m. Saturday, October 28 Audiences of all ages will enjoy and be encouraged by this musical retelling of John Bunyan’s classic book “The Pilgrim’s Progress.” Follow Christian’s journey from the City of Destruction to the Celestial City. As he encounters trials along the way, he is also
reminded of the faithful King who never leaves his side. The show’s captivating staging, with the physical and spiritual world colliding on stage through music and dance, will draw audiences to consider life’s deepest questions and remind them the King is there for them through their own difficulties. Learn more and save your ticket now by visiting https:// www.arisecollectivetheatre.com. Performances are
FREE, with the opportunity to donate toward this valuable artistic ministry. The excitement at Freedom Encounter doesn’t end with “Pilgrim.” Performances of the Freedom Journey Show will continue in November along with special celebrations during Branson’s Veterans Homecoming Week. Visit www. freedomencounter.com for dates and information; and remember, veterans always
attend for free. In December, you’ll want to attend the Logos Theatre production of “The Horse and His Boy,” part of C.S. Lewis’ classic Narnia series. You’ll follow Shasta and the talking horse, Bree, as they plan their escape from slavery to the freedom of Narnia only to find more danger than they could have imagined as they race against time to avoid an attacking army and help save Narnia
and the lands of the North. Branson audiences are sure to be inspired by this show following its successful run at the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C. Various performance dates and times are available from December 7 through 16; visit www. freedomencounter.com or call 417-544-0372 for ticket information, and make this exciting stage presentation part of your holiday season.
Branson cheers on the Chiefs in pep rally BY K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer It was a sea of red at the Branson Ferris Wheel when hundreds of Kansas City Chiefs fans gathered for a pep rally last week. Hosted by the City of Bran-
son and the Tourism Community Enhancement District, the pep rally was the first in a planned series of events celebrating Branson being named the Official Vacation Destination of the Kansas
Cristi and John Moore, owners of Branson’s Cakes and Creams, and their daughter Carly are Chiefs super fans. (Photo by K.D. Michaels)
City Chiefs, while cheering the Chiefs on to victory. The pep rally included fun and games, face painting, music and more. The highlight of the evening was the Branson Ferris Wheel, debuting a special Chief’s lighting show, to the delight of those in attendance. According to Rachel Wood
of the Branson Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce, more local events will be planned throughout the Chief’s football season. Additionally, our city will be represented by the Chamber with a booth set up with information about Branson at several of this year’s Kansas City home games.
Mini golf tournament benefits Toys for Tots Lights of Joy Christmas Drive-Thru Presented by Branson’s SS raffle, with proceeds beneBY K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer announces all new displays for 2023 A special fundraiser will Tablerock and SS Vanguard, fiting Toys for Tots. raise money to help children have a brighter holiday. A mini golf tournament is planned to raise funds for Toys for Tots, a program operated by the United States Marine Corps, to provide toys, books and gifts to less fortunate children.
the mini golf tournament is set for Sunday at World of Wizards Miniature Golf on Green Mountain Drive. A total of 18 teams will battle for Toys for Tots during 18 holes of blacklight golf. The day’s events include a basket raffle and a 50/50
The fun gets underway at 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 22, at World of Wizards, 2805 Green Mountain Drive. There are still spots available on registered teams. For more information or to join a team, contact Lisa Wilfong at 417-294-5981.
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Submitted to Branson Globe One of Branson’s most popular Christmas attractions, the Lights of Joy Christmas Drive-Thru, announced today that they will once again have an all-new Christmas drive-thru in 2023. “Every major display, except our tunnel and video boards will be replaced,” says Kurt Kizer, manager of Lights of Joy Christmas Drive-Thru. “Having extensive new displays is unheard of in this industry and this is our third year to do this.” Lights of Joy Christmas Drive-Thru will also add many more dates with Santa
compared to 2022. Mrs. Claus will also make numerous appearances as well. Santa will be at the Lights of Joy most Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays throughout the season. Kizer takes pride in the drive-through each year. “We know how important Christmas is to the community. Memories are made here. Whether it’s a family, motor coach group or a group of friends this is an annual tradition for thousands. We will have a variety of displays and themes. We will have some returning favorites, but they will still be new and different from the past.”
Work has already begun on putting up the new displays. It takes a big crew and a lot of coordination to put the Christmas light drive-thru on. Some of the displays are over 20 feet tall. Voters in the Best of Branson awards have awarded the Lights of Joy Christmas Drive Thru the best Christmas drive thru in 2021 and 2022 and in 2020 Bobvilla.com included the Lights of Joy Christmas Light Drive-Thru in their top 11 Best Drive -Through Christmas Light Displays in America. Lights of Joy Christmas Drive-Thru is located just north of Sight & Sound Theatre. Guests can enter the attraction at the corner of Shepherd of the Hills Expressway and Expressway Lane. Lights of Joy will open 5-11 p.m., nightly, from November 1 through at least January 6. The cost is $25 Monday through most Thursdays and $30 on most Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights. There are also rates for minibuses, limousines and motor coaches. The Lights of Joy Christmas Drive-Thru is easily accessible for motor coaches and limos. For more info go to www. lightsofjoydrivethru.com or call 417-336-2744.
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Memories from the Homestead: The night the Grand Ole Opry went Western Ole Opry did an all-Western performance. Some twenty years ago a relative of Jim Reeves sold me some old Opry video footage and to my surprise it was the full one-hour Opry Goes Western episode. The BY COWBOY JOHN FULLER- February 4, 1956, event TON, a native of Taney County, took place at the Opry’s regand a member of the Sons of ular home, the Ryman Authe Pioneers. ditorium, and like all Satast week in Arizona urday night Opry shows, it was an absolute blast! was a sellout. As I watched The community of Green this footage, the Opry acts Valley, about 30 miles south that impressed me the most of Tucson, took very good were Hank Snow and deficare of us. We performed nitely Jim Reeves. Hank’s four sold-out concerts! We style of guitar work was will be back in that particu- very similar to that of Karl lar region in December and Farr who was the Pioneers’ original lead guitarist. And January. Today, the Sons of the Pi- of course what a voice Jim oneers and I are in Nashville, Reeves had! He could sing Tennessee, for a perfor- anything! The broadcast that night mance at the world famous Grand Ole Opry. Music City showcased several of the has been wonderful to the other Opry regulars, Carl Pioneers over the years, and Smith, Minnie Pearl, Faron often I’m reminded of the Young and Cowboy Cobroadcast from February 4, pas. Two special guests 1956. The night the Grand performed as well—the
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Sons of the Pioneers and Tex Ritter. This happened to be the Pioneers’ very first Opry appearance. The group at that time consisted of the vocal trio of Lloyd Perryman, Tommy Doss and Dale Warren, with the Farr Brothers on fiddle and guitar, and Shug Fisher on stand-up bass. They performed three Bob Nolan compositions—“A Cowboy Has To Sing,” and their hits “Cool Water,” and “Tumbling Tumbleweeds.” Tex Ritter, in his Western tuxedo suit, brought the house down as he performed “The Cowboy’s Lament.” I considered this footage a wonderful treasure and a few years ago I preserved it further by making a DVD copy of it. This wouldn’t be the last time the Grand Ole Opry would host an all-Western episode. It happened again March 23, 1996, and yes, the Sons of the Pioneers participated in that one, too.
Legends in Concert to partner with Liverpool Legends in 2024 Submitted to Branson Globe In celebration of the 60th anniversary of The Beatles, Liverpool Legends, one of the top tribute acts in Branson, will be joining the summer lineup from June 1 – June 30, 2024, along with everyone’s favorite performers, The Blues Brothers™, and Elvis Presley. Liverpool Legends have headlined their own show in Branson since 2005. They have received numerous awards such as Best Band, Best Show, Best Tribute Show, and Visitor’s Choice Award for Entertainer of the
Year. With note perfect vocals, precise attention to musical detail, along with elaborate costume changes, vintage instruments, state-of-the-art multi-media, Liverpool Legends will make you feel like you are seeing the real Beatles. See Legends in Concert
at 3 or 8 p.m. every day except Wednesday, and 3 and 8 p.m. on Sunday at Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater, located at 1600 West 76 Country Blvd. Call 417339-3003 for tickets and information or visit www. legendsinconcert.com/ branson.
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It’s always exciting to perform on the Opry; this is my third time since I’ve been with the Pioneers. Everyone there understands the legacy and we’ve become good friends with several of the longtime employees behind the scenes, such as Jim the security guard. If you would like to listen to our performance tonight (Friday, Oct. 20), the broadcast begins at 7 p.m. and it’s easy to tune in. Go to the WSM radio website at www.wsmradio. com and click on the red box “Listen Live Now.” It’s that simple! From Nashville we have a busy weekend. We are performing two concerts in Apison, Tennessee, on Saturday and then on to Blairsville, Georgia on Sunday. For more details, visit www. sonsofthepioneers.org. Happy trails, everyone!
The Sons of the Pioneers made their first appearance on the famous Grand Ole Opry February 4, 1956. Clockwise are Lloyd Perryman, Tommy Doss, Karl Farr, Shug Fisher, Hugh Farr and Dale Warren. (Photo courtesy of the Sons of the Pioneers Museum)
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22. REM MOD PUMP 22 CAL SER 396937 23. REM MOD 11-48 28 GA SEMI AUTO SER 4019844 24. REM MOD SPORTSMAN 12 GA AUTO SER 790047 25. REM MOD 11-48 410 AUTO SER 4141714 26. ROMANIAN MOD AK-47 SEMI AUTO SER 1983A1225 27. ROMANIAN MOD AK-47 SEMI AUTO SER 1966VX0117 28. ROMANIAN MOD AK-47 SEMI AUTO SER 19815A10221 29. RUGER MINI 14..223 CAL SER 185-32747 30. RUGER 1022 SS 22 CAL SEMI AUTO SER 259-82121 31. HENRY PUMP 22 CAL SER 04373P 32. HENRY PUMP 22 MAG SER P04148TM 33. HENRY LEVER RIFLE 38-55 CAL SER 3855CC02411 34. ROSSI GALLERY GUN 22 CAL PUMP SER B09787 35. ROSSI RANCH HAND 45 LC M-RH 92 SER AM214639
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39. MARLIN/GLENFIELD M-60 22 CAL AUTO SER 21336982 40. STEVENS MOD 73 22 CAL SGL SHOT N/S 41. SEARS 410 SINGLE SHOT 410 GA N/S 42. RUSSION SINGLE SHOT 410 GA N/S 43. HAWKIN 50 CAL BLK POWDER MUZZEL LOADER SER 74728 44. WEATHERBY 12 GA PUMP SER 92-09549 45. ITHACA SKB 20 GA AUTO SER 52905596 46. FRANCHI MOD 48A 12 GA AUTO SER 157929 47. STEVENS 410 GA SINGLE SHOT SER P580812 48. ELFAISON 410 DOUBLE BARREL STAINLESS OS HAMMERS N/S 49. POS 10 GA 3 ½” MAG DOUBLE BARREL SER 43362 50. MOSSBERG MOD 500A RIOT GUN 12 GA SER T467613 51. JC HIGGINS MOD 101.1 410 GA SGL SHOT N/S 52. WIN MOD 94 30-30 XTR LEVER ACTION SER 4993864 53. WIN MOD 94 375 XTR BIG BORE LEVER ACTION SER BB048869 54. WIN MOD 94 375XTR AMERICAN BALD EAGLE COMM SER ABB116
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All about green tea
BY JODY JOHNSON GODFREY Wellness Design Specialist
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n the unrelenting search for sustained health and vigor, you don’t go too far before you encounter, yet again, some “eye-opening” mention of great health results/benefits from green tea. I have been hyper-aware of it for more than 10 years, and once the “establishment” food market comes to “bite” on it, you know some dissertation-quality research has surfaced. One of my goals or objectives for this column was to be able to list about 10 of
“the best” known green teas on the market, but there is way too much info to sift through, and so much is “subjective” that much to my disappointment, all I can do is give you a very general guideline, which is this: Try to ascertain that your green tea comes from Japan. Historically, the Japanese have had a considerable less amount of breast cancer and lung cancer than we Americans, and much of that is due to their tea consumption. However, there have been studies done in the past that tie breast cancer to an abundance of adipose (fatty buildup) tissue, and because of the Japanese diet, which WAS very low and for the most part VOID of fat, it would make sense, for that reason, that there was a lower rate of breast cancer. It is higher now, no doubt, because the Western (fat-loaded and palate pleas-
ing) diet has been “imported” there for many years now. The lung cancer statistics though cannot be explained, I don’t believe, short of their high consumption of the green tea, because they smoke like chimneys over there and have for centuries. Japan has been a major consumer of green tea for more than 4,000 years. As history has it, the origination was in China, but it was brought to Japan by Myoan Eisau, a Buddhist priest who introduced the Rinzai school of Zen. The best Japanese green tea is said to be that from the Yame region of Fukuota Prefecture and the Uji region of Kyoto. Shizuoka Prefecture produces 40 percent of the raw tea leaf (much to my dismay, this still doesn’t give us a brand name). There is a name, however, of a green tea called “Gyokura,”
which is said to be the highest grade of tea cultivated in a special way. The English translation of its name is Jade Dew. This tea has a very high caffeine content; however, the high concentration of “L-Theanine” in this tea slows down and neutralizes the caffeine assimilation. Therefore, the amount ingested is minimal – like about 10-60 ml. For brewing, one generally uses 2.25 grams of tea per 5 ounces of water (or 1 teaspoon of tea per cup, probably the same amount as a standard tea bag). Brewing time can vary a little; shortest is 30 seconds and longest would be two to three minutes. The brewing temperature variation would be from 140 degrees to 160 degrees (as the cooler) and 180 degrees to 190 degrees (as the warmer). The rule of thumb is to steep the lower quality teas
for the longer period and the higher quality for the shorter period. The average green tea has more caffeine than coffee (32 mgs.), but you can minimize your caffeine intake by the length of brewing time. As well, if you reuse your tea bags for a second and third time, the caffeine level drops to 12 mgs. And then to 4 mgs., respectively. Aside from actual “caffeine” green tea has in it a couple of caffeine wannabes called “theophylline” and “theobromine” which are “stronger” and “weaker” than caffeine, respectively. The Zen priest Eisai wrote a book in 1191, “The Kissa” (Book of Tea), which describes how green tea consumption positively affects the five vital organs (heart, liver, brain, colon/intestines and lungs), most specifically, the heart. The book discusses the medicinal properties,
which includes but not limited entirely to: neutralizing and effects of alcohol, acting as a stimulant and anti-inflammatory agent, curing blotchiness, quenching thirst, eliminating gastrointestinal ills, curing beriberi disease and augmenting urinary and brain function. Everything one needs to know about cultivating and preparing the tea dosage for specific physical ailments are in this book. In the interest of word count and space, I will refer readers to the scientific studies on green tea via the internet. Go to Wikipedia’s page on green tea, and you’ll be quite encouraged about the proven health benefits of this monumental gift. As with all herbs, though, do not consume without first consulting your doctor; also, pregnant women should not ingest green tea.
Love and Marriage: Self-care in marriage
BY HEATHER HAYGOOD Columnist
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here is a study circulating on the internet that says, married women live shorter lives on average than unmarried women and that the opposite is true for men. The doctor who assesses this study says that because women are so nurturing
and for the most part, they will address everyone else’s needs first, they often fail to properly care for themselves. Whether this study is accurate or not; I would say that the doctor’s assessment is true. I have absolutely struggled with putting myself last and my husband has frequently called me out for that very reason. (I happen to be married to a man who makes sure I am making time for myself.) There is an old saying and a universal truth, “You cannot draw water from an empty well.” In the context of marriage and family, this
tells me if I want to give my best to my family then I must show up as my best. To do that I have to take care of myself. I must pray, read, eat right, rest, exercise, make time for friendship and laughter, and all the things that feed back into me. I believe it is incredibly important to maintain your individuality in a marriage. I also believe that you have an identity as a married couple. However, Dominic fell in love with Heather. He fell in love with the way I love God, my positivity, strength, dedication, and all the other things that make me Heather.
It is important that I maintain these things as our marriage evolves. All mothers and probably many fathers have seasons where they lose themselves to babies, sleepless nights, housework and the demands of life in general. You must navigate those seasons of life and remember that who you are in the family is valuable. The obvious ways to take care of yourself are to do the things that keep you healthy and energized in your marriage: eating healthy, exercising, getting enough sleep, giving yourself time for prayer and reflection, creat-
ing space for alone time, and addressing any issues that cause you emotional angst. The not so obvious ways might include learning when to ask for help, receiving from others and God, forgiving yourself for failures, learning when to say no and creating boundaries for yourself, and others. Is it time for you to change the way you take care of yourself? Pick one thing you would like to change and start small. For example, do you need to exercise? Schedule a walk for yourself every other day for 30 minutes. Protect that
time by not allowing yourself to schedule anything over it, with the obvious exception of an emergency. “Love doesn’t just sit there, like a stone, it has to be made, like bread; remade all the time, made new.” - Ursula K. Le Guin, If you have been enjoying my articles, please visit hshaygood.com and click The Love Journey tab to order your copy of my new book and sign up for inspirational emails. I keep my emails fresh and different from my weekly Globe articles. “Love is a journey not a destination.”
Blessing of the Animals at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church a big success Submitted to Branson Globe Our invitation read: Rain or shine, the Blessing of the
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Even though it had rained all day and the foggy weather felt better suited for a Hal-
loween party than a church service, 32 beloved pets and humans braved the elements to attend this very unique service. While the animals were getting acquainted and settling in, Ken McKee played his guitar and sang songs like “Bless the Beasts and the Children.” It always amazes first-time visitors at how noisy and social it is (like a doggy day care center) when the animals first arrive but as soon as our priest, Mother Anne Cheffey, began the service you could almost hear a pin drop. The animals ranged from six months old to 15 years old and the smaller fur babies watched the service from their human’s laps
as the larger dogs, like the Goldendoodle siblings and the two Golden Retrievers, comfortably watched from the floor. There were several animals unable to attend, but their owners brought photos and Mother Anne says, “The blessing still works,” After all humans and their furry family members were blessed, our priest said a prayer of remembrance for our animal companions who are no longer with us. All humans had a bulletin they followed throughout the service and could then take home with them and everyone agreed they would be back next year, rain or shine!
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Pumpkin Ravioli
BY CHEF JEFF WOODWARD Prep Time: 1 hour Serves: 4 Ingredients for pasta dough: • 3 Eggs • ½ tsp Salt • 2 C Flour • 1 T Olive Oil Instructions for pasta dough: 1. Put flour and salt on a cutting board, making a well in the flour. 2. Add the eggs and olive oil into the center. 3. Break up the eggs with a fork and slowly incorporate the flour and eggs. Continue until the eggs are well incorporated. 4. Knead the dough until all the flour is incorporated. 5. Form dough into the
shape of a disk. 6. Wrap in plastic wrap and let rest for 40 minutes. 7. Cut the dough in half and roll into thin rectangular sheets or use a pasta roller. Ingredients for filling: • 2.5 C Pumpkin Puree • 2 oz Parmesan, freshly grated • ⅛ tsp Pumpkin Spice • 1 pinch Salt Instructions for filling: 1. Mix together the pumpkin puree, grated parmesan, and pumpkin spice until well blended. 2. Set aside. To form ravioli: 1. If using a ravioli mold, lay a sheet of pasta over a ravioli mold then press
down the frame to make indents. 2. Fill each with a teaspoon of filling. 3. Lightly dampen the edges of each ravioli with water then place another layer of dough on top, trying to avoid any air getting in each one. 4. Seal, then trim the excess pasta from around the side of the mold. 5. Carefully remove each ravioli from the mold and lay them on a floured trays. 6. If not using a mold, make ravioli by laying the first piece of pasta out, dotting teaspoons of filling in even lines. Dampening dough on edges then
place another layer of dough on top. Press the areas between the filling to seal and cut. Ingredients to serve: • 4 T Butter • 8 Sage Leaves • ½ C Heavy Whipping Cream Instructions to serve: 1. Add butter and sage leaves to a saucepan and cook on medium heat until butter begins to brown. 2. Add heavy whipping cream, reduce by half (approximately 10 minutes). 3. Add ravioli to a pot of boiling salted water. Cook for 4 mins. Strain. 4. Put Ravioli into cream sauce and toss for approx-
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imately one minute. 5. Serve on a plate and garnish with fresh parsley or sage leaves. GO ROGUE by adding candied pepitas to the fin-
ished dish. If you’d like Chef Jeff to make this delicious recipe or any other meal for you, contact him at www.TheRogueChefBranson.com.
Creamy chicken & wild rice soup BY JANET STEINKAMP, Editor Yield: 6 bowls Yummy, and oh, so creamy! Ingredients: • 1 6-ounce package chicken and wild rice mix • 5 cups water (or chicken broth) or more liquid, as desired • 2 medium carrots, shredded
• 2 tablespoons dried minced onion • 8 ounces cream cheese, cubed • 1 can cream of chicken soup • 2 cups chicken, cooked, cubed, or shredded (a rotisserie chicken is quick and easy) Instructions: 1. In a large saucepan, com-
bine packaged rice and seasonings with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 10 minutes. 2. Stir in carrots and onion. Cover and simmer 5 minutes. 3. Stir in cream cheese, soup and chicken. Cook until heated through.
Just like your fabric has snags of shame and pulledthreads of trauma, so the plaid fabric of your marriage will have some tears, too. Together you and your spouse have faced hurts and setbacks. You have had to stitch things up and mend your differences. Once these issues are resolved, the material of marriage is stronger. Have a conversation with your spouse. What are your individual strengths, interests and goals? Then, what
are your joint strengths? What can you accomplish together? Do you have snags in the thread of your design? Tears and pulled threads in your emotions? Where do you need to heal so your marriage is not falling apart? By growing yourself you grow your closest relationships. What can you do today to be a better marriage partner? What can you do to encourage and inspire your partner?
MindFlow: Making plaid in the proportion of access they have to you. In the circles of society you participate in, marriage will be one of the most up-close and personal. The person you are married to can bring you joy or pain more than almost anyone else. There is a closer emotional bond with your BY DANIEL KOREN, is a local marriage partner and you ofbusiness owner and motivaten see him or her more than tional speaker. anyone else. backed up over our lugSo, let’s talk about the gage. fabric of life. We had just finished our You have a weave. No, wedding ceremony. I car- not your hair. You were woried all the luggage out and ven together as a person. set it behind the car so I Your identity includes could sort everything into many of your preferencthe trunk. Our honeymoon es and inclinations you’ve awaited. had from birth. Some of We were young. I was your perspective has been distracted. I was sleep de- shaped by forces out of your prived. I forgot to put any- control and by choices you thing in the trunk. I remem- have made. Some traumas bered when it was under the in life have left snags and rear tire. tears in your self-worth and Yep, that kind of affected self-talk. the fabric of the garment Your life-fabric came bag. The damage wasn’t from God. Your parents conterrible, but sometimes ac- tributed the physical effects, cidents happen that leave personality and emotional marks, snags, or tears. Of make up. Your purpose, miscourse, I’m talking about sion and identity came from our lives now. above and your life will not People can hurt you only feel in harmony until you to the extent of access they align with His intentions for have to you. Likewise, peo- you. We will talk about that ple can bring you joy only more next time.
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Your marriage partner also has a life-fabric. Let’s say yours is burgundy and your spouse’s is a complementary shade of forest green (at least I hope those work together). When you join your lives together, you make a lovely plaid. You still have your personal distinctions, but your involvements, finances and interests intertwine and overlap in many areas. This distinction-with-connection is important. Early in marriage, I let my personality and interests swallow my wife’s until it hurt our relationship. Recently, we celebrated 28 years together! And we are still working out a healthy overlap without either one disappearing or being run over by the other. That tension keeps marriage interesting. Together, a married couple has a personality. The
distinctions of their identities come together to make a new focus and to accomplish more than either could have done separately. A united couple can accomplish many things that a soloist could not. Think of how different plaid is from its two main colors. Not everyone will be married, but those involved in this social circle will find a new dimension to life with its own troubles, challenges and rewards. Look how important marriage is and how little time most people spend on it. Marriage is on level two of the seven social circles we have been looking at. Have you noticed how much more time people tend to spend on level five, their work world? How much more effort are you giving other relationships ahead of your marriage?
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Grape and Fall Festival enjoyed by all BY K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer A fun time was had by all at the annual Grape and Fall Festival held in Hollister last weekend. A long-time tradition in Hollister, this exciting event featured booths of all types, festival food, entertainment, games and more. Businesses, such as Gerken and Associates Real Estate, Triple Diamond Real Estate, Central Bank, Underfoot Flooring and Tile, Lightfoot and Youngblood and others had booths, packed with information and many featuring drawings and giveaways.
Area attractions such as Fritz’s Adventure and Big Air brought even more fun to the annual event. A selection of food and beverage vendors like the Rogue Chef, Kilwins, Cedar Creek Coffee and Bonanza Fried Pies served up delicious and tasty treats. Area nonprofit organizations including Junior Auxiliary of Taney County, Southwest Missouri Arts Connection, Faith Community Health, Christian Action Ministries, the POW Network, Branson Veterans of America 913 and the Taney County 100 Club
provided information about their various causes, and in many cases offered fun and games for those in attendance. Entertainment was featured throughout the day, including many musical performances, a tumbling demonstration by Legends Gymnastics Academy, and a showcase by Championship Martial Arts. Highlights of the popular annual event included the Color-Me Grape 5K, the Dogs Gone Grape Pup Pageant, a street dance, and the ever-popular Grape Stomp.
CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Grape Stomp; the festival featured a variety of entertainment; Cedar Creek Coffee was one of many booths; Dogs Gone Grape Pup Pageant was a highlight; Cat in the Hat was also in the grapes! (Photos by K.D. Michaels)
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Curtain Call: Silver Dollar City’s Danny Eakin reflects on four decades of front porch pickin’ Submitted to Branson Globe Danny Eakin isn’t ready to think about his final performance with the Homestead Pickers later this month. He knows when he plucks those strings, his heartstrings will break a bit. While his passion to keep playing is stronger than ever, his body tells him it’s time to slow down. “I have to listen to what it’s telling me even though I don’t like what it says,” Danny smiles. “Arthritis in my hands is getting worse and I have some major surgeries coming up. It’s time to take care of me.” That’s a pretty honest outlook coming from a tough guy who served his country in Vietnam and only ever had a needle stick. “I’ve never been cut on in my life, so this floored me,” he says. “I want to get this medical stuff behind me so I can start my next chapter.” But we wanted to revisit his “old” chapters first. After
some front porch pickin’, we did some back porch sittin’ over coffee to reflect on what Danny calls “his greatest days” at Silver Dollar City. He began playing shows in the park’s gazebo back in 1985. He cherished those days “singin’ stuff” for folks, but his life took a tuneful turn in 1992 when he met a feisty fiddler named Vern. “Grandpa Vern only had a fiddle at the time and called me over for a visit. Silver Dollar City was developing a homestead ‘family’ at the time and Fiddlin’ Vern thought I’d be a good fit. We sat down that day, dreaming about what we could do.” By the end of the conversation, the idea for Homestead Pickers was put into place. Danny and Vern added a few guys to the group and set out to make simple memories. “We didn’t want a set of any kind,” he explains. “We wanted guests to feel like they pulled up to a random porch in the Ozarks and are listening in
on a family’s jam session.” That was a big change for Danny who had always performed on a stage. “Vern and I decided we never wanted to look down on our audience. We want to be on eye-level with our crowd and make them feel like part of our family,” he says. “If they wanna talk, we’ll stop the show and talk! If they want to tell a joke, we let them tell a joke.” Grandpa Vern would only get to see the Homestead Pickers carve their path for four years. He passed away in 1996, but the unique foundation he and Danny set that day in 1992 will linger on. “The legacy is solid as a rock,” he says. “Even after my last show on October 24, I know these guys will keep the candle lit. They understand what this is all about.” What it’s “all about” has never been fancy or high tech. For Danny, it’s simple. It’s about a porch…and his people. “Playing with the guys
Cassandre The Voice of an Angel moving for 2024 Christmas season Submitted to Branson Globe Cassandré The Voice of an Angel, one of Branson’s most critically acclaimed shows, is moving to Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater for the Christmas season in 2024! The show, which features the stunning vocals of Cassandré Faimon-Haygood, multi-Instrumentalist Timothy Haygood, tenor Jeremy Rabe, and the largest live band in Branson with 18 pieces, will perform at Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater on select dates from November 5-December 5, 2024. “Cassandré The Voice of an Angel show is a must-see for anyone visiting Bran-
son,” said Jeannie Horton, General Manager of Legends in Concert at Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater. “Cassandre is an incredibly talented singer, who has built a name for herself with a stellar production in Branson for over 20 years!
We are excited to welcome her to our theater family.” Tickets for Cassandré The Voice of an Angel Christmas Spectacular will go on sale on Jan 1, 2024. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit https:// thevoiceofanangel.com/.
and poking fun at each other is where the memories are made,” he smiles with a pause. “I’m proof of that old saying about if you do something you love, you’ll never work a day in your life. This has never been a job. It’s been my joy!” He’s shared that joy with fellow friends Walter Morrison, Greg Becker and Greg Baily. The four have performed countless shows together pickin’ instruments and pickin’ on each other like brothers. They’ll welcome Emmalee Flatness to the group on November 4 and have no doubt she’ll fit right in. Now that he knows the group is in good hands, Danny plans to spend his retirement years doing things he always literally passed by. “I’d leave so many fun things in the rear-view mirror as I traveled for shows,”
Silver Dollar City’s Danny Eakin (Special to Branson Globe) he says. “I’m gonna go back to those places I drove past and see our country! Our company has properties all over the U.S. and Canada, so it’s time to be a tourist!” Before the retirement road trips though, there’s a little bit of pickin’ left to do. You can catch the Homestead Pickers at Silver Dollar City daily at 10:30, 11:30, 1:30
and 3:30 on the Homestead’s front porch, adjacent to the Wilderness Church. “I’ll give it everything I have on October 24, just as I always have,” he says. “Then it’ll be time to go home and sit on my own porch. There’s incredible peace knowing I have done everything God wanted me to do.”
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Around Town: Here’s what’s going on in the Tri-Lakes OCTOBER
• 19-22 “Pilgrim” returning to Freedom Encounter Theater, 3220 Falls Parkway, Branson. Arise Collective troupe will present “Pilgrim,” musical retelling of John Bunyan’s classic book, “The Pilgrim’s Progress.” Admission is free but donations are encouraged either online, when making reservation, or in person at the theater. Information at Freedomencounter.com or call 616-446-2450. • 20 Join us to celebrate two women owned businesses at The Victorian Village, 3044 Shepherd Of The Hills Expressway, Branson. JessAngel Beauty LLC and Alive and Well Branson have teamed up. Ribbon cutting by Hollister Chamber at 10 a.m. and doors will be open until 2 p.m. We cannot wait to see you all. https://jessangelbeauty.com. • 20 - 21 Branson-Hollister Lions Club Indoor Sale & Swap Meet, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, 1015 E. Hwy. 76, Branson. • 20 Jukebox Winos LIVE MUSIC at Turkey Creek Brewery, 1865 Bus. 65 in historic downtown Hollister, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. No cover. https:// www.jukeboxwinos.com.
• 21 Warrior Wives Rooted: Workshop and Root Quest for Military Wives. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The Stemmery, 2045 S. Bus. Hwy. 65 #Unit B, Hollister. All military and veteran wives are welcome to join us as we explore the many areas of our lives where we’ve become “Rooted”. The Root Planting Workshop will cost $25 and be paid to The Stemmery on the day of the event. ***Use the following discount code – Paytheday – at checkout to register and then pay the day of the event.*** If you would like to inquire about a scholarship for the paid portion of this event please email: 1warriorwife@usawarriorwives. org. For more information: https://www.usawarriorwives.org. • 26 OPEN HOUSE, Tantone Industries,1629 E. State Hwy 76, Branson, from 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Learn about Tantone services. Join us for tours, light refreshments, fun. Shop in our thrift store. For more information, call 417-334-7447 or visit www.tantone.org. • 26-28 “Pilgrim” returning to Freedom Encounter Theater, 3220 Falls Parkway, Branson. Arise Collective troupe will present “Pilgrim,” mu-
sical retelling of John Bunyan’s classic book, “The Pilgrim’s Progress.” Admission is free but donations are encouraged either online, when making reservation, or in person at the theater. Information at Freedomencounter.com or call 616-446-2450. • 27 Loom Knitting: A onehour program at Taneyhills Library, 200 S. 4th Street, Branson, 10:30 a.m. https://taneyhillscommunitylibrary.org. • 28 Cape Fair Eagles sponsored “Halloween Truck For Treats,” 5 p.m. Bring little ones for fun, treats and haunted house. Adults talent and costume contest, DJ Jim McKenna. • 28 Jukebox Winos LIVE MUSIC at Bear Creek Wine Company & Brewery, 1320 Keithly Rd., Walnut Shade, 10 minutes north of Branson. A must-see hidden gem two miles off Hwy 65. 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. No cover. https://www.jukeboxwinos.com. • 31 All About Me Salon invites you to a spooky good time at our annual Halloween Truck or Treat, starting at 5 p.m. Fun for all ages. Located at Midtown Plaza 2460 U.S. Bus. 65, Hollister.
NOVEMBER
• 2 Harvest Moon Paddle Party, 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Ben-
efitting Kimberling Area Senior Center. Tickets: 4 paddles, 1 snack and drink $10; extra paddles $3 each or 4 for $10. Join us for an evening of fun bidding on some fabulous craft items! Address: 63 Kimberling Blvd., Kimberling City. https://kimberlingseniorcenter.com. • 3 FREE All-you-caneat pancake breakfast for veterans, 8:30 a.m.11 a.m. at Branson RecPlex, 1501 Branson Hills Pkwy, Community Room C. Sponsored by Community Partnership of the Ozarks, The Brook Wellness Center, Taney County Suicide Prevention Network and Skaggs Foundation to raise awareness about the risks of suicide among the veteran population and an effort to prevent suicides. In addition to free pancakes, coffee, fellowship, information, and resources, there will be presentations by a number of speakers with a Q&A to follow. Please RSVP for the pancake breakfast at https://forms.gle/fcSixzcD7L7scFbaA. For more information about the pancake breakfast, or the Partnership’s collaborative efforts and programs, visit www. cpozarks.org; call 417-
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888-2020; or email jlockhart@cpozarks.org. • 3 Paul Smith from Willamette Valley Vineyards will host an exclusive five-course paired wine dinner, celebrating some of the best Pinot Noir Willamette Valley has to offer, 6-9 p.m., Big Cedar Lodge, Arnie’s Barn at Top of the Rock, 190 Top of the Rock Road, Ridgedale. https:// bigcedar.com/activity/ williamette-valley-fivecourse-wine-dinner/. • 4 Society of Ozarkian Hillcrofters invites everyone to its quarterly meeting and first-ever bazaar from 2-6 p.m. at Healing River Worship Center, 265 Oak Ridge Road, Walnut Shade, just off the west side of U.S. Hwy 65 between Ozark and Branson (across from Ozarks Shooters). From 2-4:30 p.m. is the first-ever Ozarks Books and Collectibles Bazaar. At 4:30 p.m. Dr. Brooks Blevins presents: “How to Talk Ozark in Seven Simple Steps” and is available for a book signing. Free admission for members of The Society of Ozarkian Hillcrofters. Admission is $5 for general public. • 5 Freedom of the Road Riders Local 15 34th Annual Branson Motorcycle Toy Run, 1 p.m., beginning at Walmart on W. Hwy. 76 in Branson and ending at Elks Lodge 2597, Forsyth. Toys, coats, hats and gloves, and cash donations accepted to benefit Taney County families. Call 417-339-1679 for info. • 7 Family Technology Safety: A one-hour program at Taneyhills Library, 200 S. 4th Street, Branson, 11 a.m. https:// taneyhillscommunitylibrary.org. 9 Convoy of Honor Stroll, 9 a.m. Event base • 15 Women’s Luncheon,
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11:30 a.m., Pointe Royale Clubhouse, 142 Clubhouse Dr., Branson, $17. Call 417 294 1287 by Nov. 13 to reserve. Stained glass, candles or woven goods? Two College of the Ozarks staffers will tell about the many lovely products available for purchase as Christmas gifts. Kris Driskill will also share how she overcame worry and being a control freak. Come enjoy a great meal and inspiration talk -plus have fun! • 16 Learn Hands-Only CPR for FREE! Rotary Club of Hollister and Taney County Ambulance District are offering a one-hour CPR class to help save lives. Class registration now open by going to this link: https://hollisterc h a m b e r. n e t / e v e n t s and scrolling down to Hands-Only CPR Class. One-hour class held at Taney Co. Ambulance District, 106 Industrial Park Drive, Hollister, beginning at 9 a.m. Park at rear of building.
DECEMBER
• 1 & 2 22nd Christmas Tour of Homes, presented by Neighbors and Friends of Table Rock Lake; featuring four holiday decorated homes, Marketplace, Boutique, and café: will be held December 1-2, 2023. Event headquarters will be the Kimberling Area Library. The Library and two local grocery stores will sell advance individual tickets ($20 each) through November 30. The library and featured homes will sell day-of-event tickets ($25 each). All raised monies support charities in Stone and Taney counties. Information at: www.NFTRL.org/ hometour; NFTRL on Facebook.
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Elite General Contracting: Storm damage restoration and more BY CYNTHIA J. THOMAS, Staff Writer Ask anyone who owns a home or business about property restoration after storm damage, and you could get some interesting stories: Waiting for estimates, unclear fine print in insurance documents, and fly-by-night contractors are just a few problem areas. Kory Buettgenback and his crew at Elite General Contracting want to help make sure those crazy stories don’t happen.
Elite General Contracting & Restoration, with offices a home office in the Walnut Shade area, serves an approximately 60-mile radius, with satisfied customers in Christian, Taney, Stone, and Greene counties. Services include roofing, gutters, vinyl siding, garage doors and more. Buettgenback’s experience in contracting, especially restoration following weather damage and other unexpected disasters, goes back more than 20 years,
when a work injury led him to sales work for a contractor and then assisting homeowners caught in the insurance process when the contractor went out of business. He worked for other contractors, landing in Branson to help with recovery from the 2006 hailstorm and in New Orleans following Hurricane Katrina, before officially moving to Branson. In 2016, Buettgenback decided to open his own business. “I realized I had
the experience to educate people about the process and really help with their stress,” he said. “I’m local, so it’s important to me that people know they can trust me.” Elite is also a frequent sponsor of local events, often through contacts made by clients. As a general contractor, Elite General Contracting works with trusted established area subcontractors, which Buettgenback says helps keep his services affordable and ensures qual-
ity workers, especially in today’s labor market where committed employees can be hard to find. He has partnered with most of his subcontractors for several years and only uses those who are well-established, have a reputation for quality work and multiple references, and carry the necessary worker’s compensation and liability insurance. In addition to quality work in a timely manner, Elite is committed to in-
tegrity in dealing with insurance. Having been an insurance adjuster himself, Buettgenback knows the procedures and terminology with which homeowners may not be familiar, to make sure the settlement is fair and correct. He is also available for questions and issues, even after the warranty period is over. “In the construction business, it’s just a given that things do come up, and we respond promptly to get them taken SEE EGC, PAGE 3C
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Dave Says: Eventually, you become self-insured
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BY DAVE RAMSEY, CEO, Ramsey Solutions, and an eight-time No. 1 national best-selling author, and host of The Ramsey Show
ear Dave, My wife and I are both 36 years old, and we have two children. Our son is six, and our daughter will be four next month. We’ve been walking through the Baby Steps, and we should have our home paid off sometime next summer. We realized the other day the one thing missing from our financial picture is life insurance. We both work outside the home. She makes $60,000 a year, while I make
$80,000 a year. At our age, and in our current situation, do you think we should we get 20-year or 30-year level term life insurance policies? Clay Dear Clay, You guys are doing a great job of getting control of your finances and planning for the future. Speaking of the future, do you plan on having more kids? If you do, you might want to go with 30year policies. If you’ve decided two are enough, then
based on your present situation I think 20-year policies would work out fine. I recommend folks have 10 to 12 times their annual income in life insurance coverage. That means you’d need between $800,000 and $960,000 in coverage, while your wife needs a policy in the $600,000 to $720,000 range. But let’s take a deeper dive into all this. Your kids will be in their mid-twenties in 20 years. Ideally, they both should
have finished college by that time, or at the very least, be working and living on their own. If you continue to follow my plan, you and your wife will have paid off your home in a few months and be completely debt-free. And, you’ll have been saving 15% of your income for retirement over those 20 years. On average, that alone should give you more than a half-million dollars for retirement. Do you see where I’m
going with this, Clay? Eventually, you two will become self-insured by getting out of debt, staying out of debt and piling up cash. So, if you’ve got $500,000 or more in a retirement fund, no debt and your children are grown and out of the house, even if you or your wife were to die unexpectedly at that point, the other would still be taken care of and in great shape financially. Keep up the good work! —Dave
Stock Market Insights: Investing in turbulent times – Israel’s 9/11
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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hey aren’t training; those jets are armed.” Several years ago, four low-flying jets came out of nowhere while I was climb-
ing a hill in southern Israel. I assumed they were training, but my Israeli friends told me that because Israel is surrounded by enemies, its military is always on high alert. I am praying for those affected by the unprovoked and horrific attacks against Israel in the past few days. This attack seems to be Israel’s 9/11. Nothing is as important as the loss of human life, but there are stock market implications that need addressing. Stocks fell early in the morning the first day the
market was open after the attacks but shook off the fears and rebounded later in the day for a daily gain. The most affected were crude oil prices, defense contractors and gold. Oil went up 4% initially but fell later; however, the stocks of defense contractors are 5-10% more than before the attack. Gold, a popular investment in times of world conflict, rose only by 1%. Interestingly, oil and gold are lower now than a month ago, which shows the limited impact of the conflict so far. Most of the stock mar-
ket hasn’t been affected by the attack on Israel, but that could change if the Israel-Hamas war grows into a larger multinational war. Something like this could strain oil flow out of the Middle East, which provides a third of the world’s oil supply. The worst-case scenario would be if Iran were to get more directly involved and declare war on Israel. This could lead to rising oil prices because of the threat that Iran would restrict tankers coming out of Iraq. This is because the Per-
sian Gulf, where 20-30% of the world’s oil supply is shipped, narrows to only 21 miles wide at the Strait of Hormuz on the shores of Iran. I would adjust my portfolios to add more oil stocks, defense stocks, and Treasurys if there were an actual Iran-Israel war. Historically, attacks on Israel haven’t moved the stock market much, and any initial market reactions are often reversed in a few days. Except for the 1973-74 Yom Kippur War, which led to the oil embargo, the IranIraq war in 1979, and Iraq’s
invasion of Kuwait in 1990. Though barbaric, this latest attack on Israel isn’t likely to cause harm to long-term investors. An investment portfolio’s longterm performance depends more on economics than geopolitical conflicts. Investing in times like these must be done strategically and without emotion. Don’t get caught up in the emotions of the headlines. Instead, stick to your financial plan and stay focused on your goals. Have a blessed week! www.FerventWM.com
Medicare Open Enrollment is an opportunity to choose a plan that best meets your needs Mo.gov MO SHIP provides free assistance during Medicare Open Enrollment through Dec. 7 The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance (DCI) encourages those eligible for Medicare to review their plan options and costs during this year’s open enrollment period. From October 15 through December 7, Missourians can change their Part D drug coverage or Medicare Advantage plans. To help with that choice, the department offers free
assistance to those eligible for Medicare and their caregivers through Missouri’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program – now known as Missouri SHIP or MO SHIP after a rebrand earlier this year from the CLAIM program. MO SHIP also helps Missourians on a limited income determine whether they qualify for a Low-Income Subsidy and Medicare Savings Programs to offset the cost of their prescription drugs. “Consider taking advantage of MO SHIP’s assis-
tance during Medicare Open Enrollment,” said Chlora Lindley-Myers, Director of the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance. “Plans and a person’s circumstances can change year to year, and what has been previously selected may not be the best fit for your needs now.” Medicare Open Enrollment also causes a spike in deceptive sales tactics via commercials, online, or even personal phone calls – which can further increase confusion among
seniors and healthcare providers. One of the best ways to protect yourself against healthcare fraud and abuse is by never sharing personal information with strangers, especially your Medicare or Social Security numbers. “MO SHIP counselors are eager to help Missourians explore all options to save money on Part D and Medicare Advantage plans for 2024,” said Scott Miniea, Executive Director of MO SHIP. “Last year, the average savings per consumer was $2,000, with 98
percent of clients seeking our assistance every year in addition to also referring their friends and family. We are here to help find the best plan option for your specific needs.” Medicare open enrollment is October 15 through December 7 annually. Missourians can seek free and unbiased assistance from MO SHIP throughout the year by phone or arrange one-on-one counseling by calling 1-800-390-3330 or visiting missouriship.org. MO SHIP is funded
through a grant from the Administration for Community Living (ACL). Funding is administered through DCI and service is provided by Missouri Connections for Health, a nonprofit organization. DCI is charged with protecting Missouri consumers through oversight of the insurance industry, banks, credit unions, utilities, and various professional licensees operating in the state. For more information about the department, please visit our website at dci.mo.gov.
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Renting or selling your house: What’s the best move?
BY HEATHER TANKERSLEY, REALTOR®, provides services for residential, commercial, land and lake properties in the Branson Tri-Lakes area.
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f you’re a homeowner ready to make a move, you may be thinking about using your current house as a short-term rental property instead of selling it. A short-term rental (STR) is typically offered as an alternative to a hotel, and they’re an investment that’s gained popularity in recent years. While a short-term rental can be a tempting idea, you may find the reality of being
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care of,” he said. One satisfied area customer is Sam Howard, managing partner of the Stone Castle Conference Center in Branson. During a microburst wind event in 2018, the pressure destroyed many facets of all three buildings, which resulted in the full exterior restoration of the buildings, changing the entire look of the property. “Kory was there the next day,” said Howard. “We walked through and came up with a plan, and he got right on it.” He complimented Buettgenback’s help with the insurance process, resulting in no cost overruns for a $1.3 million restoration. Howard also said the timing was well-coordinated for each phase of the ninemonth job, enabling the hotel to remain open during much of its busiest tourist
responsible for one difficult to take on. Here are some of the challenges you could face if you rent out your house instead of selling it. A Short-Term Rental Comes with Responsibilities Successfully managing your house as a short-term rental takes a lot of time and effort. You’ll have to juggle tasks like dealing with reservations, organizing checkins, and tackling cleaning, landscape, and maintenance duties. Any one of those can feel demanding, but all together it’s a lot to handle. Short-term rentals experience high turnover rates, as new guests check in and out frequently. This home traffic can lead to increased wear and tear on your property—meaning you may need to make more frequent repairs or replace your fur-
niture, fixtures, and appliances more often. Think through your ability to make that level of commitment, especially if you plan to use a platform that advertises your rental listing. Most of them have specific requirements hosts must meet. An article from Bankrate explains: “Managing a rental property can be time-consuming and challenging. Are you handy and able to make some repairs yourself? If not, do you have a network of affordable contractors you can reach out to in a pinch? Consider whether you want to take on the added responsibility of being a landlord, which means screening tenants and fielding issues, among other responsibilities, or paying for a third party to take care of things instead.”
season while still ensuring safety of guests and employees. While not every job is a conference-center sized one, every job is important to Buettgenback, and there
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There’s a lot to consider before taking the leap and converting your house into a short-term rental. If you aren’t ready for the work it takes, it could be wise to sell instead. Short-Term Rental Regulations As the short-term rental industry continues to grow, regulations have increased. Legal restrictions commonly include limits on the number of vacation rentals in a particular location. This is especially true in larger cities and tourist destinations where there may be concerns about overcrowding or housing shortages for permanent residents. Restrictions may also apply to the type of property that can be used for shortterm rentals. Many cities also require homeowners to obtain a license or permit before
renting out their properties. Nick Del Pego, CEO at Deckard Technologies, explains: “Renting short-term rentals is considered a business by most local governments, and owners must comply with specific workplace regulations and business licensing rules established in their local communities.” It is important to thoroughly check whether shortterm rentals are regulated or prohibited by the local government and your home-
owners association (HOA) before even considering renting out your home. Bottom Line: Converting your home into a shortterm rental isn’t a decision you should make without doing your research. To decide if selling your house is a better alternative, let’s connect today. When you’re ready to buy or sell too, let’s connect. Heather Tankersley REALTOR® Keller Williams Tri-Lakes D: 417.332.5130 O:417.336.4999
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Jim and Kathy Cox: The masterminds behind the Branson Auction BY K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer Twice a year, car collectors and enthusiasts flock to Branson to take part in the Branson Auction, where they peruse and then bid on a vast number of automobiles. The Branson Auction is owned and operated by Jim Cox and his wife, Kathy. It is one of the most longstanding and well-respected collector car auction houses in the nation. “I purchased the auction from Mark Trimble 35 years ago in 1988,” explained Cox. “His first auction was in 1982 at the old Ozark Auto Show Museum, behind Olive Garden, on the strip. My reason for taking over was two-fold. First, I’m a gear head and have been playing with cars my whole life. Second, after getting out of the Army in ‘68, my first professional career was in marketing, advertising and media. I was the advertising director for a group of newspapers in Oregon, then I managed a big AM/FM radio
The rest, as they say, is. . . I was more than ready to get out of Oregon. I had sold all of my companies out there, and I have always loved it here. The people are real, politics are almost normal, and business is fun here because of the constant and dynamic growth. Plus, you can be yourself, not just what other people want you to be. It’s not the same out West, I promise.” Jim Cox (Special to Branson The first auction that Cox Globe) managed, under Trimble’s group, and shortly thereafter, ownership, took place at the opened an advertising agency former Ozark Mountain Amwith friends, with offices in phitheatre on Shepherd of the Seattle, Portland and Eugene, Hills Expressway. For the next and a production office in decade, the auction was held L.A. It was hectic, but suc- at the White Water parking lot, before moving to Celebration cessful.” Cox had met Mark Trim- City, Chateau on the Lake and ble of the Shepherd of the the Mel Tillis Theater. “In 2005, at our restaurant Hills farm in the mid-1960s. “That’s where the friend- Candlestick Inn, I was havship began,” Cox noted. ing lunch with Bill Tirone, “He was my mentor for over general manager of the soon50 years. Then, while visit- to-be Branson Hilton, and he ing in ‘88, Mark said, ‘Jim, proposed a three-year conyou should own an auction.’ tract for the Branson Con-
vention Center,” said Cox. “I signed two years before it was built! The end result of all that motion was that beginning in 2007, our average is $3 to $4 million, twice a year. But, more importantly, we bring in three to five thousand people per event, and these folks have money. Very few are on a budget.” Each auction features 250 to 300 vehicles. “Because it’s Branson and flat space is at a premium, we limit the inventory,” said Cox. “But then we scale everything to that number, which makes it work. Since and post-Covid, it was difficult to even keep those numbers. We have been able to expand our space for bidders, however. Through our strength with our online live broadcast of the sale, plus the engagement of Proxibid, Speed Digital and an international marketing program, we annually ship cars to England, Germany, Holland, etc. We have customers in Holland sitting
Our favorite color is chrome: Collector cars on exhibit (Special to Branson Globe)
in their recliner at midnight, watching their computer and buying cars at an auction in Branson, Missouri. What a country, eh, Yakov?” In addition to selling au-
tomobiles, Jim and Kathy use the auction to help raise funds for nonprofits in the community. They recently formed an alliance with the SEE JIM & KATHY COX, PAGE 6C
Taney County 100 Club benefits from Branson Auction BY K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer The Taney County 100 Club will benefit from a special auction in conjunction with this weekend’s popular event, the Branson Auction. “The auction that benefits the 100 Club is an invite-only event on Thursday, October 19, for VIP clients of the Branson Auction,” explained Cory Roebuck, Board Chair of the Taney County 100 Club. “However the auction itself is open to the public on October 20-21. The auction starts at 11:30 a.m. on Friday and 10 a.m. on Saturday. The 100 Club will have a booth with merchandise available for sale both days. Also, this year, we will be selling raffle tickets for a Glock 43 X MOS with a customer cerakote provided by Branson Cerakote. Retail value is $1,000 and tickets are only being sold at this event. The winner will be drawn at the conclusion of the auction on Saturday.” The auction features a variety of baskets, complete with merchandise, gift items, show tickets, meal vouchers and much more. The evening highlight is the auctioning of a vehicle to raise money for the organization. “Last spring the Branson Auction auctioned off a 2002 Dodge Ram 1500, which brought in over $5,000 for the Taney County 100 Club,” noted Roebuck. “In total, almost $19,000 was raised over the three days. All of the
money donated during the charity auction is held in reserve for the spouse of a firefighter, police officer, or paramedic killed or seriously injured in the line of duty. We use a portion of the money we raise through merchandise sales and a gun raffle to cover operating costs and staff the booth with volunteers so that 100% of the donations will go to their intended cause.” Roebuck explained how the relationship with The Taney County 100 Club and the Branson Auction began. “We were introduced to Jim and Kathy Cox by Kevin and Betsy McConnell (owners of Embers Cigar Lounge),” Roebuck said. “The timing was perfect as the Cox’s were looking for a local charity to support and we barely had funds to support a first responder family, if called upon. Jim and Kathy Cox were our first lifetime members of the Club and continue to be our largest donors.” Roebuck continued, “The Taney County 100 Club is so very thankful for Jim and Kathy Cox and all the employees of the Branson Auction for their continued support of Taney County First Responders and their families. While we hope to never have to use the funds, it is comforting to know we have the ability to help when that unfortunate time comes, thanks to their kindness. We so greatly appreciate their time, generosity and partnership.”
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Branson Bank Rise and Shine Great expectations Program honors American Veterans By Stephanie Callahan, Owner/Lightspeed Electrical
BY K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer The Branson Bank was the site of a touching event recently with their 2023 Rise and Shine. The event honored the four most recent veterans who were named Branson Bank’s Veteran of the Quarter during 2023. The special, early-morning event included music, a flag-raising ceremony, and recognition of four special veterans—Amanda Hoenes (USMC—Quarter 49), Clarence Sowards (USMC— Quarter 50), Ron Rowden (U.S. Army—Quarter 51) and David McAllister (U.S. Navy—Quarter 52). Bob Smither played Reveille on his trumpet as the flag was raised by the Branson High School Jr. ROTC. Branson vocalist Cassandre Haygood sang the National Anthem to get the morning event started. Bill Jones, CEO, President and Founder of the Branson Bank, served as master of ceremonies, and welcomed the special veterans and guests to the Rise and Shine Ceremony. Each veteran was introduced by a member of the Branson Bank family, who told the unique story of the
veteran, their military service and honors received. Branson Bank Executive Vice President Dean Harmon introduced Veteran Amanda Hoenes, sharing the story of her military experience with those in attendance, and applauding her for her service. Greg Baker, Branson Bank Senior Vice President offered his gratitude to Veteran Clarence Soward, as he shared Soward’s history. Bank Senior Vice President introduced Veteran Ron Rowden, sharing the story of his military life. Branch Development Officer with Branson Bank, Brandy Wright spoke of the accomplishments of Veteran David McAllister, as she offered appreciation for his service. Bob Sarver, Branson Bank Veteran of the Quarter #36 and a United States Army Veteran, represented the Veteran Selection Committee as he shared the history and mission of the Branson Bank Veteran of the Quarter Program, explaining that the veterans are selected by a committee of their peers. Sarver added that he is grateful and proud to be a part of the Branson community, where patrio-
Guests of honor pictured with Branson Bank CEO Bill Jones (Special to Branson Globe) tism is alive and well. The Branson Bank Veteran of the Quarter program began in 2010. “We have honored 52 veterans over the years,” explained Lyndi Carnelison, Marketing Officer of Branson Bank. “Plaques hang in the foyer of the Highway 248 location with the names of all veterans who have been honored by the bank over the years.” Carnelison explained how veterans are selected for this special honor. “Nomination forms can be found at all Branson Bank locations,” said Carnelison. “Once forms are completed, they can be returned to any Branson Bank location, and they will be placed in a folder, to be presented to the
Titanic promotes Breast Cancer Awareness BY K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer Branson’s Titanic Museum Attraction is once again adorned in pink. A giant pink ribbon and a host of pink flamingos greet those who visit the Titanic Museum, in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month during October. The 15-foot pink ribbon commands attention on the side of the Titanic, a A flamingo recognizing a Titanic survivor who later succumbed to reminder of Breast Cancer breast cancer (Photo by K.D. Michaels) Awareness. Additionally, the pink flamingos on the ship’s front lawn honor 49 Titanic passengers who survived the ship’s tragedy but later fell victim to cancer. Seven of those passengers suffered from Breast Cancer. Inside the museum attraction, on the Survivors’ Wall listing the names of the Titanic survivors, those who lost their lives due to cancer will have a pink ribbon next to their name, honoring them throughout the month. This year marks the seventh year that Titanic has chosen to help raise awareness of the disease of Breast Cancer.
Pink Flamingos and a giant pink ribbon at the Titanic promote Breast Cancer Awareness Month. (Photo by K.D. Michaels)
Veteran Selection Committee every quarter for review and selection.” Nominees for the Branson Bank Veteran of the Quarter must be active duty or retired United States Veterans residing in Taney or Stone counties. “Branson is known to be one of the most patriotic cities in America. Our community knows the importance of honoring our military and those who have dedicated their lives for the rights and freedom that we are blessed with today,” Carnelison noted. “Their stories and their continued impact matters. It is a privilege to help facilitate the Veteran of the Quarter program and share stories of local heroes living in Taney and Stone counties.”
When a person is buying a home, they will have a home inspection done, which may flag some issues. Here are the most common things (from that inspection) that home buyers expect home sellers to fix before the closing: • GFCIs. If there are no GFCI protected receptacles, buyers want them installed. Keep in mind that one GFCI can protect others on the same circuit, so although there may be six outlets in a kitchen, you may only need two GFCI outlets installed. • Double tapped breakers. Sometimes an inspection will reveal two circuits protected by one breaker. Two wires will not connect securely to a single breaker without causing a loose connection, arcing, or repeated tripping. (See picture.)
• Old or obsolete breaker panels. Many older panels (or load centers) have been recalled or are known fire hazards due to faulty design or age. Brands like Federal
Stephanie Callahan, Owner/Lightspeed Electrical Pacific, Sylvania Zinsco, Bryant and Challenger top the list. Fuse boxes are also outdated and will deter buyers. • Open splices. Wires that are exposed, taped or twisted together with or without a junction box are called open splices. (See picture.)
All of the above can pose risks of fire or electrocution and should be remedied before a home is sold. Simply put, no one wants to pay $150,000plus and inherit those risks. If you are selling (or have purchased) a home with electrical items that need to be resolved, Lightspeed Electrical can help. Call us at 417-239-5050.
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Taney County 100 Club. Said Cox, “Over the years, we’ve been blessed with some very generous clientele, and have been able to
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encourage them to leave a considerable amount of money behind for our local and regional charities. Early on, it was my mom’s favorite - CAM and the Food Harvest. Then, I remember when Hurricane Katrina struck and a lot of refugees landed in Branson, where the local Salvation Army took the lead in assistance for them, and Kathy and I put together a check for over $50,000 for them and several others. We raised quite a bit for autism, too. But, then came along Corey Roebuck and J.B. Henderson, two very convincing gentlemen. The Taney County 100 Club is
based on the well-known Tunnels to Towers group out of New York, following the 9/11 disaster. We want to take care of our law enforcement personnel, as well as firefighters and first responders. If something we don’t want to happen does happen, we want to be there with the support they really need.” While there are collector car auctions nearly every weekend across the United States, the Branson Auction is quite unique. “Here in Branson, the offering is a bit more eclectic than most, which are fairly specialized,” Cox explained. “We offer antique cars—
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1925 Ford Model T, classic cars, 1938 Pierce Arrow, hot rods, 1932 Ford 5-window coupe, Resto Mods, 1965 Mustang, exotics—Maserati, Uber luxury—Bentley Continental convertible, and, of course Corvettes, Mustangs, Camaros, Mercedes, BMW, Jaguar, Alfa Romeos, and MGs, plus, Midwest America’s favorite collector vehicle, the pickup! And, where would we be without the Ultra Iconic Batmobile?” Cox was quick to give credit to his wife, Kathy, the other half of the Branson Auction. “We met through friends where we both grew up in Kansas City, in the early ‘90s.” said Jim. “We started dating, and she would come down and help with the auction. Then, Mark Trimble, after getting to know Kathy, once again gave me sage advice that resulted in our being married for well over
bransonglobe.com 30 years. The revelation that most people don’t know is that she runs the show. After 20 years of working for Lagerfield, Ralph Lauren, Fendi, etc., and managing over 500 women in six states (we dated in airports for a year), this auction business was a breeze. She has a better memory than this computer. People like her more than me, and she doesn’t eat much!” With all the work that goes into the Branson Auction, Jim and Kathy have plans to relax a bit after this week’s auction. Said Cox, “When all this is over next week and all the follow-up and clean-up is done, Kathy and I will take a break for a while. We live on a golf course, and Taneycomo, where I fly fish every chance I get is a hundred steps from the garage. This year and next, we have some plans for an actual vacation or two, which we haven’t
had in over five years. We’re overdue!” Cox gave some advice to budding car collectors. “First and foremost, buy what you like. Not what somebody says you should,” Cox noted. “Second, buy the best example you can afford. Restoration is expensive. Third, improve it, take care of it, and keep track of values. I have cars that have grown by more than 500% in 15 to 20 years. That’s a lot better than the Stock Market, gold, or anything else I can think of. More fun, too!” This week’s Branson Auction is set for October 20 and 21. Friday’s auction begins at 11 a.m., with tickets on sale at 10:00. The auction on Saturday gets underway at 10 a.m., and ticket sales begin at 9:00. The auction will be held at the Branson Convention Center, located at 200 South Sycamore in downtown Branson.
Commissioner of Education stepping down dese.mo.gov Missouri Commissioner of Education Margie Vandeven announced she will be stepping down from her position effective July 1, 2024. She has served as the Commissioner of Education for more than seven years, from January 2015 to December 2017, and again January 2019 to present. During today’s regularly
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scheduled board meeting, State Board of Education President Charlie Shields announced that he had received Commissioner Vandeven’s resignation and invited her to share remarks. “Serving as Commissioner of Education for the great state of Missouri has been the honor and the opportunity of a lifetime,” Commissioner Vandeven said.
In her remarks, she credited the collaborative work of a diverse group of stakeholders for improvements made to better serve Missouri’s nearly 900,000 public school students and their families. “Commissioner Vandeven has led the department through unprecedented events and challenging times, but her focus has never wavered — she always works to do what’s best for students,” said President Shields. Commissioner Vandeven said she announced her resignation now to give the State Board of Education ample time to complete the process of finding a successor, pledging to work tirelessly in her final months on behalf of Missouri students and educators.
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Forsyth celebrates homecoming week BY CYNTHIA J. THOMAS, Staff Writer Although the football outcome wasn’t quite what Forsyth students and fans hoped for, the community enjoyed a full slate of homecoming festivities that helped take the edge off the 60-43 loss to the visiting Butler team. Spirit week included the Thursday evening parade through downtown and along
U.S. Hwy. 160 and Coy Blvd. to the school, the route lined with families, community supporters, and lots of youngsters excited about candy. The parade was followed by a pep rally, with high school, middle school, and youth cheer groups plus the Panther band participating. At pre-game ceremonies on Friday evening, Mason Campbell and Sydney Hart
were crowned 2023 Homecoming King and Queen; 2022 royalty Makenna Carter and Zachary Strahan returned to their alma mater to do the coronation honors. Festivities included fireworks to start and end the game as well as after each Forsyth score. The fun continued through Saturday, with the annual Homecoming Golf Tournament. CLOCKWISE FROM TOP RIGHT: Football team looking forward to the game; Band presenting National Anthem and fight song; ‘Totally ‘90s’ float; Bass fishing team; Forsyth youth football; 2023 Forsyth Homecoming King and Queen, Mason Campbell and Sydney Hart. (Photos by Cynthia J. Thomas)
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NOTICE TO PUBLIC: Pursuant to 50.540(5), Taney County does hereby call a Public Hearing prior to preparation of the 2024 Taney County budget. This hearing will take place on Monday, October 30, 2023, at 9 a.m. in the Commission Hearing Room. I, Stephanie Spencer, County Clerk do hereby submit the above information to the public. If you have any questions, please contact the Taney County Clerk’s Office at 417546-7249.
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HUNTERS: Donate your deer hides to the Elks Veterans Program. Your hides will be used to make leather gloves for handicapped veterans, and provide tanned leather to make occupational therapy kits to be distributed to veterans homes and hospitals throughout the country. Call Nathan Brooks, 417-2636283 for pickup or drop off locations. ELKS NATIONAL VETERANS SERVICE COMMISSION
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VETERANS & MILITARY COALITION OF THE OZARKS is an all-volunteer organization of veterans serving veterans. Contact us if you feel that you, as a veteran or veteran family, may not be receiving the benefits you deserve. Go to VMCO1.org and click on CONTACT at the top of the home page. VMCO meets monthly on the third Thursday of the month (no meeting in July or November) at the Golden Corral in Branson with 11:15 a.m. (optional) lunch buffet and 12-1 p.m. meeting. ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION SUPPORT GROUPS meet at location #1: Branson United Methodist Church, 1208 West 76 Country Blvd. Branson, the first Thursday of every month at 1:30 PM; and at location #2: Branson Hollister Senior Center, 201 Compton Dr., Branson, the third Friday of every month at 1:00 PM For more information about either support group, you may call 417-598-3122. CELEBRATE RECOVERY is a place to heal from your hurts, habits, and hangups. We meet every Monday night at 6:30 PM at Music City Centre, 1839 West 76 Country Blvd., Branson. For more information call 417–320-2055 See you there!
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GRIEF SHARE SUPPORT GROUP: IN AUGUST, 2023 a new class of Grief Share will begin at the Branson United Methodist Church Aug. 22. This is a 13 week class of support for those who have lost loved ones. We welcome all ages from the community as well as our church family. For questions call Peggy at 641-919-1533. The class will meet every Tuesday at 1 p.m.in the church library.
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On this date in history... • 1803 U.S. Senate ratifies the Louisiana Purchase • 1917 U.S. suffragette Alice Paul begins a seven-month jail sentence for peacefully picketing in support of the women’s Suffrage (right to vote) Amendment at the White House in Washington, D.C. • 1918 In order to secure a World War I armistice, Germany agrees to further concessions • 1944 U.S. forces under General Douglas MacArthur return to the Philippines with the landing of the U.S. 6th Army on Leyte • 1947 Radio rights for the Baseball World Series sell for $475,000 for three years • 1957 Broadcast journalist Walter Cronkite begins hosting weekly documentary • 1963 NFL legend and civil rights activist Jim Brown sets NFL single-season
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rushing record: 1,863 yards • 1970 American agronomist Norman Borlaug awarded Nobel Peace Prize for his contribution to world food supply • 1977 Plane chartered by rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd runs out of fuel and crashes in a wooded area near Gillsburg, Mississippi. Six people are killed, including band members Ronnie
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