2 • JUNE 17, 2022 bransonglobe.com
Freedom Journey first full season
Branson Police Chief Jeff Matthews reading proclamation from Governor Mike Parson honoring Branson Fire Chief Ted Martin for his service (Photo credit: Beyer Film + Photo)
First Responders honored at appreciation dinner By CINDY THOMAS, Staff Writer Firefighters from fire departments across Taney County and emergency services personnel from the Taney County Ambulance District were honored with an appreciation banquet on May 19. The fun-filled night of entertainment, food and prizes was held at the Lake Taneycomo Elks Lodge in Forsyth and sponsored by the Taney County 100 Club, the Forsyth Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Elks Lodge #2597. The groups sponsored an appreciation banquet for area law enforcement earlier this year.
According to a representative of the Taney County 100 Club, the dinners are simply a way to show thanks for the work all these first responders do every single day of the year, which too often goes unrecognized until it is desperately needed. At the May dinner, over 50 area donors helped ensure every first responder in attendance was given a prize. Photos were also provided for each honoree and his or her guest. Emcee for the evening was Branson Police Chief Jeff Matthews. Popular Branson comediSEE FIRST RESPONDERS, PAGE 8
Submitted to Branson Globe The Freedom Journey Show in Branson, MO, begins its first full year! The 2022 season running June through December, will feature the talented trio of Benjamin Morren (Norman, AR), Joe Xiques (Miami, FL), and Carver Bowers (Andalusia, AL) along with Lily Day (Springdale, AR) and Darren and Tammy Myers (Branson, MO). Live music includes patriotic and gospel as well as an overview of America’s most popular songs beginning with Yankee Doodle in 1754. This unique show explores the struggle of tyranny, faith and freedom resulting in America’s founding documents. Video testimonies of local immigrants from Russia, Armenia and the Ukraine are woven together with quotes from America’s founding fathers. A reenactment of Patrick Henry’s “Give me liberty or give me death” speech (played by Rick Hinton) with original orchestrations tell the emotional story of man’s quest for freedom. This show for all ages will reignite the spirit of freedom and pay tribute to those who have fought to defend it. Group rates are available as well as free tickets for Veterans, first responders, law enforcement and children 12 and under. Come
Show begins in Branson
early or stay late to enjoy the coffee shop and patriotic book store. Performances take place at Freedom Encounter (formerly Tony Orlando’s Yellow Ribbon Theater), 3220 Falls Parkway in Branson, MO. Freedom Encounter is a larger project being developed to include
a museum and children’s play area telling the story of tyranny, faith and freedom. For more information, or to donate to this educational nonprofit, visit www.FreedomEncounter.com. For show tickets, visit www.FreedomJourneyShow.com or call 417-544-0372.
Freedom Journey features a variety of talented performers. (FILE)
Shop summer reading at the Elevate Thrift Store Submitted to Branson Globe “Book” your next visit to Elevate Thrift Store and find your new favorite summer read. All books are on sale for only $.25 each, now through June 18. Explore your next reading adventure with us at the Elevate
Thrift Store (located at 310 Gretna Road, Branson), Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. All proceeds generated from Elevate Thrift Store help support all Elevate Branson programs and services.
