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week, House of Hope stated, in part, “I have been advised by the City of Branson that we will not be able to operate the warming center this year above Riley’s Treasures. I have fought the city long and hard

Submitted to Branson Globe Do you know who’s running for elected offices in Taney County, and if so, would you like to chat with them personally and learn more about their platform and qualifications? Don’t miss the opportunity to learn who’s running and why, at the Taney County Candidate Forum, Friday, July 8.

Hosted by Branson U, this FREE event starts at 6 p.m. at the Branson Tri-Lakes News office, 200 Industrial Park Drive in Hollister. Come early to save your seat and visit with candidates.

Branson U is a local nonprofit committed to the premise that local government exists to serve the community and shouldn’t be secretive or exclusive. Making sure elected officials are accountable and accessible, however, is the responsibility of informed citizens who take the time to Learn, Lead, and Love—educating themselves about how local govern-

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PAGE 2: CAM dedicates its new home on Hwy. 165.

GREAT BALLS OF FIRE greet shoppers at the Branson Landing Fountains. (Photo by George Kurland) PAGE 16: Here come the 14-inch pancakes! Billy Gail’s opens new location.

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Warming center faces possibility of not opening this winter

By K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer After two winters of serving the needs of the homeless in the Branson area with a warming center, the House of Hope may be forced to close their doors.

House of Hope is a warming

center that opens during the coldest months of the year, offering a warm meal, shelter, and more to those in need in the Branson area, when outside temperatures fall below freezing.

In a Facebook post this past

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Freedom Journey Show begins first full season in Branson

Christian Action Ministries will become more visible from its new location on Hwy. 165 in Branson. (Photo by Cindy Thomas)

Submitted to Branson Globe The Freedom Journey Show is beginning its first full season in Branson! The 2022 season running June through December, will feature live music, including 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 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. For show tickets, visit www.

FreedomJourneyShow.com or call 417-544-0372.

July Branson’s Jammin’ for Jesus to New Christian Action Ministries building dedicated benefit GUMI Camp USA for veterans

By CINDY THOMAS, Staff Writer On Monday, June 20, Christian Action Ministries (CAM) dedicated its newly acquired building located at 2400 Hwy. 165 in Branson. CAM staff, volunteers and other friends including local Chamber of Commerce members and other area service organizations gathered for food, fellowship and the opportunity to tour the facility and learn about plans for putting it to best use.

Christian Action Ministries,

started by area churches and community leaders in 1984, exists to help combat food insecurity throughout Taney County. Last year, more than 40,000 residents received assistance through the distribution of more than 2 million pounds of food. In addition to regular distribution days at the current Branson location, 610 South Sixth St., Suite 102, and in Forsyth at 10726 Hwy. 76, CAM partners with churches and organizations to provide cases of food for spe-

cial events such as holiday and back-to-school celebrations. The dedication itself was a reminder of the spirit of collaboration in Branson, as representatives from other community organizations were on hand to help celebrate, and some even serve as board members or volunteers.

Staff and volunteers are excited about the new location, purchased from Welk Properties at a bargain price of $360,000 for more than

SEE CAM DEDICATION, PAGE 10

Submitted to Branson Globe Branson’s Jammin’ for Jesus concert will be held Sunday, July 3, 2022, at the Branson Famous Baldknobbers Theater, 645 State Hwy 165. The music will begin at 2 p.m. with theater hosts, Brandon and Megan Mabe, Branson entertainer, Tim Hadler of Hank Williams Revisited, and concert hosts Brian Pendergrass and Sheila Meeker.

Also, Southern Gospel Music Hall of Famer Dan Keeton will

make a special appearance.

You will also enjoy the wonderful music ministries of Abundance Quartet, Miss Mary Fay Jackson, Light of Grace trio, along with Jammin’ veterans Mike Wellman and John Hernandez along with the very talented saxophonist, Gary Dooms.

Admission to Branson’s Jammin’ for Jesus is free with a donation to benefit GUMI Camp SEE JAMMIN’ FOR JESUS, PAGE 8

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June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month: Expand your family by four paws

By K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month. Throughout the country, many cats and kittens can be found in shelters and other establishments, awaiting their forever homes.

Locally, the Taney County Animal Control and two humane societies – The Shepherd of the Hills Humane Society and the Tri-Lakes Humane Society – work diligently to care for both dogs and cats who have been abandoned, surrendered or otherwise find themselves in need of shelter, as they strive to find homes for each animal.

Recently another venue for cat adoptions has joined forces with the Shepherd of the Hills Humane Society, in an effort to match cats to their forever homes.

Mochas and Meows is Branson’s only cat cafe. Owned and operated by Mary Trexler, Mochas and Meows offers visitors the opportunity to interact with the cats in their facility in a relaxed environment.

Guests can enjoy delicious food and a variety of refreshing beverages, relax in the cat lounge with Mochas and Meows free-roaming, adoptable kitties. ‘’I’m still fairly new, but my

facility has seen about 200 cats pass through since we opened in 2019,” explained Trexler. “I found homes for 35 cats last year!”

All cats at Mochas and Meows have come to them through the Shepherd of the Hills Humane Society in Branson.

“We are a behavior-based facility, and it is my mission to find every cat that enters our lounge its perfect forever

home,” said Trexler. “Not just the first home that comes along, no matter how long that takes.”

Trexler noted that, while many gravitate towards kittens, the addition of an adult cat to a household is often a wiser choice.

“You don’t really know a cat until it reaches social maturity, around two to three years old,” Trexler explained. “As a be-

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Pets of the Week Tri-Lakes Humane Society, Reeds Spring Call (417) 272-8113 or visit www.tri-lakeshumanesoc.org

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BOBBY is a 7-year-old male Terrier mix. He was owner relinquished. This guy is so loving. He is housebroken and does well with other dogs. He is just waiting for his forever home.

Picasso adopted Crystal Wolfe and her family. (Special to Branson Globe)

KHALEESI is a 5-year-old female. All hail princess Khaleesi. She will chat your ear off to get the affection she wants. She is also very agreeable and likes just about everything. If you can treat her like the royalty she is, she’ll be your best friend for life.

Bradley was rescued by our Property Manager. He is 2 years old and was heart worm postive when adopted. After all his treatments he is heart worm free. He is a good boy and a very good guard dog.

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Talya Tinoco has enjoyed a lifetime of performances in Branson

By K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer Talya Nicole Tinoco has literally been on stage her entire life.

“I have been performing since I was two years old; however, I was always at the Magnificent 7 Show from the beginning of my life, being introduced to the audience,” Talya explained.

Now, at 17, the Branson High School Senior is a seasoned professional. Born into a musical family, the daughter of multi-faceted entertainers Joe and Tamra Tinoco, Talya has been a featured performer in her family’s show for the past 15 years.

“I also performed with Jimmy Osmond on the road and with the Osmond Brothers when they were in Branson. They were like uncles to me,” said Talya. “I have also done shows, including “The Sound of Music,” with the Branson Regional Arts Council, as well as done shows – my favorite being ‘The Drowsy Chaperone’ – at Branson High School, under the direction of the amazing Erin Moody.”

Talya has had nearly a lifetime of music lessons, beginning dance before the age of three.

“I still continue dance classes to this day. I have to keep my body moving, and I love dancing,” Talya noted. “As far as voice lessons, I have one of the best female vocalists anywhere who has worked with me from the beginning – my mom, Tamra! I have been blessed.

My parents have been my greatest influence in entertainment and in life. Besides my parents, some of my other favorite vocalists would be people like Ariana Grande or Adele. However, I am a complete fan girl for others like Whitney Houston and Celine Dion. I enjoy every style of music; however, I tend to lean toward the pop style.

I am also a huge fan of all musical theater. I have also studied all styles of dance. I really enjoy tap, because it is almost a lost art. But, I also enjoy hip hop, contemporary and jazz. I also enjoy Latin ballroom.”

Throughout years of performances and music lessons, Talya has also maintained exceptional grades in school, opting to attend public school, despite her busy schedule.

“I have always been in pub-

lic school,” explained Talya.

“We thought about being home schooled; however, I love the environment of all the other students and the great friends I have made.

I would not change it.”

Recently, Talya’s parents made

a decision to take a break from the daily grind of show business in order to allow Talya more time to pursue her passions without the daily demands of performing in a Branson show.

“So far, I’m doing more acting in school and at BRAC. I am

currently in ‘Something Rotten,’ opening at the end of July. I’m also working on getting some agents in different parts of the country,” said Talya. “With the COVID protocol still in place in several areas, it has been a harder task, but we are SEE TALYA, PAGE 36

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Train Up a Child: How can we prepare children for future America?

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nyone who keeps up with the news is aware of the fact that our country is having a great many problems. It is obvious that lifestyles will need to change in the future as our country faces debt at historical levels. The figures do not lie. There is no way that the debt can be paid off in the few years remaining until our children reach adulthood. Wise parents will do all they can now to

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is only one example of people not being able to distinguish needs from wants. This transfers to our children.

For years we have gone into debt as a country and in our households thinking things were necessary when they were not. Romans 13:8 clearly says “Owe no man anything, but to love one another.” We have winked at that scripture in order to satisfy our wants for self-pleasure and convenience.

If we don’t have the money to buy something, we should do without it. I can remember that my dad would not buy a new car until he could pay cash for it. He would take a load of cattle to market and combine his earnings with savings in order to buy a new vehicle. How times have changed!

Children want to borrow ahead on their allowance and often we give in. Why? We give in because we do the same thing when we buy things we cannot afford. We have the mistaken idea that to let children have pleasure is to show love. This is far from the truth.

Real love has to be tough in order to teach correctness of behavior.

Go to almost any home in America, poverty level included, and you will see broken toys or toys that children seldom touch. It is not uncommon to see toys left in the yard getting ruined. Undoubtedly, at one time, someone thought it was really necessary to get those toys for the children. Many toys break almost before a child has a SEE TRAIN UP, PAGE 8

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prepare their children to cope with what they will have to face when they become adults.

What can parents do to prepare their children for the America of the future? There are three things that children need to learn that will greatly help no matter what the future holds. Children need to learn to distinguish necessities from things they only want and think would be nice to have. They need to learn to be self-sufficient and they need to learn to be thrifty.

Ask almost any person to give up their cell phone and they will tell you, “Oh, no! I have to have my cell phone!” Actually, mankind has gone many centuries without a cell phone. Although they are nice to have, they are not a necessity. This

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hittling a stick is therapeutic. I spent a lot of time as a boy whittling down a stick with my trusty Old Timer knife. First, the bark and then the softwood until you see the dark grain. I would play a game with myself, whittling it as thin as possible without breaking the stick in half. Right now, the Federal Reserve is trying to whittle down our economy without the economy going into recession.

The Fed raised its benchmark

rate on June 15 by 0.75%, the biggest jump since November of 1994. The jump was bigger than expected even a week ago but with the June 10 Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation report showing inflation sped up in May despite the Fed’s efforts to slow it down, they had to go big.

So, what is the Fed actually trying to do? They are trying to whittle down the U.S. economy to slow down inflation but not so much that the U.S. goes into a

recession. Slowing the economy enough to cool inflation, but not too much to cause a recession is extremely tricky.

Just like my whittling stick, there is a point when raising rates where the economy breaks (recession.)

No one knows exactly where that breaking point is in this economic cycle but the last cycle that breaking point was about 2.5% when it started affecting the economy (we SEE STOCK MARKET, PAGE 8

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Reflections: Good leaders take risks

BY CINDY THOMAS Staff Writer

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hese “Reflections” come from a desire to integrate God’s word into my daily life and decisions. They’ve certainly never been aimed at taking sides in local, state, or national politics, but with primary elections coming up in August and likely a pivotal general election in November, I want to be sure I vote based on biblical princi-

ples. With that in mind, I’ve been thinking about leaders in the Bible.

Anyone who paid attention in Sunday school could probably come up with a couple of good kings and several bad ones in Israel’s history. The bad ones can be summed up as straying from God’s law and getting sucked into surrounding culture. (Sound familiar?)

For New Testament leaders who were all about earthly authority and appearances, look no further than the Pharisees. Their outward obedience to rules, while criticizing miracles that clearly pointed to Jesus as Messiah, inspired the term “pharisaical” to describe someone committed to the letter of the law but spiritually empty.

Two of those Pharisees, though,

might deserve a closer look: Nicodemus and Joseph of Arimathea.

“The Chosen” portrays Nicodemus as a seeker whose position in the religious community was at odds with his genuine curiosity and growing conviction that Jesus was someone special, possibly the Messiah. The Bible supports this: Nicodemus met with Jesus to learn more, described in John 3, but he did it at night. Apparently, what he learned was impactful, as he later dared to speak out against condemning Jesus without a proper hearing. A final mention is in John 19, when Nicodemus helps Joseph of Arimathea prepare Jesus’ body for burial.

As for Joseph, scholars believe he was also a member of the Sanhedrin; John describes him as a se-

cret disciple of Christ. He donated his personal tomb for the burial, using spices provided by Nicodemus. The Bible doesn’t give specifics, but the shame of the crucifixion combined with fear among Jesus’ closest followers may indicate these two Pharisees not only respected Jesus enough to provide proper burial, but risked ceremonial uncleanliness by actually doing the job themselves.

We’re not given details of their lives after the Resurrection, but some researchers believe both Nicodemus and Joseph later joined the apostles for the Day of Pentecost and even helped spread the gospel. This would have been political suicide.

These men give valuable reminders to leaders, not only po-

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litical officeholders but also community and church leaders. First, Nicodemus took initiative to get more information. Joseph dared to approach Roman leadership and risk being associated with Jesus to do what he knew was right. Both were willing to go against tradition by caring for Jesus’ body.

Similarly, we need officials who don’t just vote party lines but instead gather facts and do what’s right regardless of whether it is popular. We need community leaders who aren’t afraid to break from traditions that violate our core values, Constitution, and most of all the Bible. And we need spiritual leaders who aren’t afraid to preach what the Bible says, regardless of what it costs them.

Been Thinkin’ About... Illinois alfalfa hay man

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lfalfa is a perennial in the legume family. In Illinois, the average July afternoon temperatures are above 80°F. The record high temperature is 117°F in East

Saint Louis on July 14, 1954. The weight of a two-string square bale of alfalfa hay is 60 to 75 pounds.

It’s haying season again.

I never cared for sports but, beginning about age nine, I grew just big enough to help with the hay.

We had a small barn with a tall haymow. We’d buy hay from a local farmer. The square bales would be stacked high in the bed of the pickup truck, driven home, and backed up to the front of the barn. From there my dad would climb up top and begin throwing bales onto the wooden floor of the haymow.

It was our job to make sure the bales were dragged out of the way

and stacked right so they wouldn’t fall over.

In one summer day, our haymow would transform to a green labyrinth, a reminder that we were ready for the harsh winter to come. Bucking hay is integral in the rhythm of the natural season. I spent a lot of time in that haymow, reading, listening to the animals below and the mud daubers above.

Nothing smells like sweet alfalfa dried in the summer sun. And in the heat and dust of those hay bucking afternoons, nothing was more humbling than realizing that your mom is much stronger than you are. I would push and pull those bales to

the best of my ability but, in short order, the reality became obvious: I should be stronger.

Hay bales became my litmus test of a yet-understood manhood. Each winter I’d wonder how me and the bales would get along. As seasons passed, there were firsts.

The first time I was able to pick up a bale and pack it — not drag it — to the back of the haymow. The first time I was able to buck a bale to the top of a stack without the bale rolling back on me. And finally, after my boy height turned to a manly six foot, one last first — I was standing on the bed of the pickup truck at the end of the day,

eyeing the barn door above me. All the other bales had been bucked.

Fatigue set in. When all the other bales are gone, you have the highest height to throw a 75-pound bale.

I’d tried this trick before. Tried and failed.

Deep breath. Solid stance. Leather work boots dug into the truck bed. Swing, toss. The bale successfully hit the floor of the haymow.

No, I never cared for sports. But in that hot afternoon with no cheering crowd and only my parents and a couple bumblebee in the hollyhocks as witness, I walked away happy, pretty confident I was — for a time — an Illinois alfalfa man.

Breakfast’s at Tiffany’s: Find His presence in the present

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BY TIFFANY GRAVETT Staff Writer

wait for the LORD, my soul doth wait, and in his word do I hope. My soul waiteth for the Lord more than they that watch for the morning: I say, more than they that watch for the morning.

Let Israel hope in the LORD: for with the LORD there is mercy, and with him is plenteous redemption.” Psalm 130:5-7 For 400 years, the Israelites cried out to God to deliver them from the oppression of Egypt.

God heard their prayers and set them free, but when the going got tough, they began to grumble and complain. They longed for the Promised Land, but at the same time wished they could go back to Egypt where they could eat fine foods rather than plain old manna every day. They failed to appreciate the miraculous blessings that God was sending them in their present moment of need. Disillusioned by their hopes and dreams

for the future and grieving over the past, they sought after other gods.

They finally made it to the Promised Land, but not without many self-inflicted tragedies and wanderings apart from the God who saved them. In fact, a journey that should have only taken months took them 40 years.

Are you caught up in the past?

Are you wishing for a better future?

Don’t get caught up in the trap of the Israelites. Joy comes from liv-

ing in the present with contentment and trust, no matter how desperate your current situation may feel. Focus on the goodness of God in this moment. Let his nearness strengthen you. May his words bring a calm to your raging storm.

Just be. Be with him in this moment. Saturate yourself in His presence and you will find the past being healed and your worries about the future withering away. His presence is only found in the present.

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chance to play with them. Money should not be wasted in this way. Also, money should not be

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are at 1.5-1.75 now). Our high inflation makes things different this time than it was that cycle, so it might be higher than 2.5% this time.

The Fed is trying to whittle

wasted on junk food that does harm to children. We have many, many people in our country who have diabetes. Most soda has at least 10 teaspoons of sugar in one

serving. The larger bottles have two and a half servings, meaning that approximately 25 teaspoons of sugar may be in a large bottle of soda. We are ruining the health

of ourselves and our children as well as wasting our money when we allow them to have too much soda.

If we can teach our children

the difference between wants and needs, to be thrifty, and to be self-sufficient, we will have gone a long way in preparing our children to live in future America.

the economy by slowing growth, but they don’t get to use an Old Timer knife. Their knife is monetary policy which is a blunt instrument, to say the least. Monetary policy is slow and takes a lot of time to take effect. I think the Fed was late to the game on

inflation, but their response now is appropriate and will help the inflation in time.

In every market, there are winners and losers. I think investors should stick to their plan and be looking for market opportunities rather than heading for the exits.

These are tough times in the market but it is a normal part of the cycle. It’s stressful for both investors and advisors. As a stress reliever, I suggest you grab a pocketknife and take out your frustrations whittling down an old stick. Just be sure to cut

away from you, I learned that the hard way.

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They minister to and provide counseling services for veterans as they transition back into society. GUMI stands for Glad You Made It! They have a new block of cabins on their property but need a well dug before these cabins can be occupied. We are collecting cash donations to help GUMI Camp USA dig this new well so they can house and help more veterans.

Mr. Dan Keeton has been a vital part of Branson’s Jammin’ for Jesus this year. He has faithfully served as the sound man for the concerts, and we are excited to have him be the theater representative this month. He is

excited to be a part of benefitting GUMI Camp USA. “It is a pleasure and an honor to serve as these concerts give back to the community. I am especially pleased to be a part of helping veterans and GUMI camp this month,” said Keeton.

Please join us as Jesus enters the theater and His gospel music fills the air. Make plans now to spend a couple hours celebrating Jesus and blessing our veterans. Bring a friend or family member with you.

God bless the USA. A love offering will be taken.

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Guests were invited to share favorite scriptures on walls and walkways.

(Photo by Cindy Thomas)

15,000 square feet of space, which will expand the community and office areas and more than double the warehouse and distribution area, allowing even more people to be served. Contractor estimates are pending for updating and customizing the space over the next few months. Executive Director

Kevin Huddleston said the Sixth Street location will continue to operate as the new building is prepared for use. As transportation is often a problem for people needing help, Huddleston is glad to be able to serve residents who live farther west, but also said discussion is underway about continuing to offer weekly food distribution days at the current facility or oth-

er location in or near downtown Branson for people who live closer to that part of town.

People entering the building for the dedication were provided with markers and supplies to help cover walls, doorways, and walkways with scripture, literally and symbolically placing the Word of God into the foundation of the new location. Favorite Bible verses being written included the CAM theme

verse, “Feed the hungry, and help those in trouble. Then your light will shine out from the darkness, and the darkness around you will be as bright as noon” (Isaiah 58:10).

For more information about Christian Action Ministries, including ways to volunteer or donate as well as how to get assistance, visit www.christianactionministries.org or call 417-3341157.

Representatives from Elevate Branson and other organizations serving area needs were on hand to help celebrate. (Photo by Cindy Thomas)

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Not your dad’s electrical Gone are the days when you learned a little electrical from your dad or grandpa and it was enough to fix things yourself. The last decade has seen more changes to electricity than most people can keep up with. Here are some examples of those changes:

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• The National Electrical Code Book changes every three years.

This is the book that city inspectors go by, as it has the most updated information and safety guidelines for installation. The information in this book is compiled with the help of the National Fire Protection Association and is intended to improve electrical wiring standards.

• Twenty years ago, electrical wiring simply transported and supplied power through a component (switch, receptacle) to power a fixture or appliance. Now we have Smart Devices which can remotely control, diagnose, measure and communicate about the electrical current flowing through them. We have appliances like stoves, dryers and refrigerators with sensitive electronic mother boards inside of them, which can be easily damaged by underloads, overloads and surges. Our homes are filled with outlets that monitor the power bal-

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ance and shut themselves off for various reasons.

• Modern luxuries like undercabinet lighting, motion sensors, remote controls and smart technology are all accompanied by transformers, drivers, dimmers and bulbs that are only compatible with specific components.

All of these new developments and intuitive devices make do-ityourself electrical repairs much more complicated than they were for the previous generation. If you have electrical issues in your home, call the professionals at Lightspeed Electrical at 417-2395050. When it comes to electricity, we study it, we understand it, and we work with it every day so you don’t have to.

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‘I Don’t Want To Kiss A Llama’: Storytelling poet now at Tanger in Branson

By CINDY THOMAS, Staff Writer “I don’t want to kiss a llama!”

When Byron von Rosenberg playfully suggested his young daughter, Erin, kiss the stuffed plush llama he was holding, her response inspired a poem that has brought smiles to children and adults alike since 2003.

Lily the llama now appears in children’s poetry storybooks including the original title plus Christmas-themed “Lily Pulls the Sleigh” and “Alphabet Friends.”

These books, an accompanying selection of plush animals, and additional poetry by von Rosenberg are now available at Tanger Outlet Mall in Branson, where von Rosenberg recently opened a booth in the service area near A & W restaurant. Children and their parents or grandparents enjoy taking a break from shopping to enjoy “The Storytelling Store.”

Von Rosenberg figured out about 20 years ago that poetry was a natural form of expression for him, even for telling stories. “The words just start working together for thoughts that stick with you,” he said. “Poetry releases imagination.” During a stint as a scoutmaster, his “Scoutmaster Minute” in verse kept even teen boys laughing and paying attention.

Lily is not von Rosenberg’s only animal pal; dinosaurs star in some stories and are also featured in the plush toy selection. On a more serious topic, von Rosenberg found poetry a healing outlet for the emotions surrounding the death of his father from ALS in 2002, including the poem “Diamonds

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of the Dawn.” He has currently authored 19 books, including inspirational as well as children’s poetry, and says God has turned tragedy into joy as his father’s legacy lives on in every story.

There is a real “Lily the llama” at Grant’s Farm near St. Louis, where von Rosenberg originally met Lily’s mother, Annie the llama. He worked as a part-time storyteller there for many years and, after retiring from a 32-year career as a district executive for the Boy Scouts of America, full-time from 2016 to 2019.

Branson is not a new venue for von Rosenberg, who began coming in 2003 to share poetry at Silver Dollar City and Grand Village. He and his wife maintain their residence in Byrnes Mill, near St. Louis, where he has been designated “Poet Laureate” by the mayor. He still does storytelling at Grant’s Farm part-time as his schedule allows, and has some availability for storytelling sessions at area schools.

The books are published in the USA; a selection is on hand for sale, including personalized signed copies which make great

gifts for children and grandchildren, along with the plush Lily, her friend Scruffy llama, and large and small dinosaur friends. However, von Rosenberg says it’s not so much about how many books he sells as about interacting and sharing the joy of poetry and storytelling, so the booth-style location is perfect.

See photos of Lily, peruse book titles, and learn more about von Rosenberg’s books at www. idontwanttokissallama.com. The Tanger location is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sundays. Stop by for a story and chat—you’ll be glad you did!

Byron von Rosenberg’s booth at Tanger Outlet Mall (Photo by Cindy Thomas)

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Out of the mouths of babes...

By TIFFANY GRAVETT, Staff Writer • Me: Chloe have you said anything funny lately that Tiffany can put in the paper?

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by a bomb.” - Carter (9) Lily (3 in two weeks) likes to introduce me to everyone. Yesterday at church she said to my stepdad, “This is my mommy; she is so pretty.”

“Guys, the table is not a storage facility!” - Kay (9) Jessica: “Thank you for this delicious meal, Mom!” JoJo: “Yeah, thank you, Mom, for this delicious meal!”

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Silas (7) loves interviewing people when he’s bored.

We were standing in line at Starbucks and he started asking me question after question. About the 10th question in he asked, “Would you rather have a Cliff bar or a Kind bar?” to which I replied, “I’d rather you not ask me any more questions.” He says, “I’m going to put you down as Cliff bar, because that was not kind.”

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Cox Branson recognized as a national leader in treatment of stroke, heart attack Submitted to Branson Globe For the seventh year in a row, Cox Medical Center Branson has been recognized for excellence in stroke care.

The hospital received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s 2022 Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award and Target: StrokeSM Honor Roll Elite Plus. Cox Branson earned the award by meeting specific quality achievement measures for the diagnosis and treatment of stroke patients. These measures include proper use of medications with the goal of speeding up recovery and reducing death and disability for stroke patients. The stroke team also reduced the time between the patient’s arrival at the hospital and treatment with the clot-buster tPA, which is the only drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat ischemic stroke. The Cox Branson stroke team broke its own record in 2022 with a door-to-needle time of only 17 minutes.

The medical center additionally received the Association’s Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll award

for excellence in overall diabetes cardiovascular care when it comes to stroke prevention.

“It continues to be such an honor to lead our stroke program here at CMCB,” says Lacy Cox, Stroke Center Coordinator at Cox Branson. “The hard work and dedication from each key employee contributes greatly to this amazing achievement. Not only are we reducing door to needle times and hitting benchmark goals, we are identifying and treating strokes in an exceptional timeframe.”

Cox says patient outcomes are greatly impacted when her team continues to excel.

“Millions of brain cells are saved each minute, and patients are walking out of here more often post stroke, than being discharged to long-term care or other facilities,” she says. “Our achievement exemplifies CoxHealth’s vision: To Be the Best for Those Who Need Us. I feel this award is only a small glimpse of our wonderful hospital’s results and being the best for our community.” *** Cox Branson has received one of the American College of Car-

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The medical center received the NCDR Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2022, one of only 240 hospitals nationwide to receive it.

The awards go to programs who have evidence of delivering the highest quality of cardiovascular care to transform heart health in their communities. To receive the platinum status, facilities must perform at the top level of standards in specific performance measures for eight consecutive quarters. These specific performance measures are set forth by the registry.

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Billy Gail’s opens delicious new location in the heart of Branson

Billy Gail’s opens new location on Gretna Road in Branson. (Special to Branson Globe)

By K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer A popular Branson area eatery has just opened another location Billy Gail’s Restaurant’s newest location – this one on Branson’s Gretna Road – opened on Tuesday, offering delicious made-toorder food for locals and visitors alike.

Tyler Murphy, general manager of the newest Billy Gail’s location, noted, “This is actually our third Billy Gail’s, and the second one in the Branson market. If you’ve ever been to the one off of 265, it’s very busy all the time. So much so that a lot of our local demographic really can’t go out there and expe-

rience what we have to offer. So, we thought why not put one in the heart of Branson, and cater to the local demographic population, and also go after some of that tourism that’s not making it out there to 265 or going to SDC.” Billy Gail’s is a family owned and operated restaurant. The restaurant’s parent company, A&J Hospitality, owns not only the hugely popular Billy Gail’s establishments but the much-talked-about Flat Creek Restaurant, as well. Murphy has been with the company for six years and has a lifetime of experience in the Branson hospitality industry, working

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with his family in various restaurants, hotels, motels and dinner theaters.

“I have been with A&J Hospitality since 2016,”Murphy explained. “I started as a server, and got promoted up the ranks, then helped them open this store, and a couple others, as well.”

Murphy shared one of the secrets to Billy Gail’s success. “We specialize in our 14-inch pancakes. It kind of got our name on the map,” noted Murphy. “Our big focus point is over-feeding people and making them under-pay.

That’s our bang-for-the-buck mentality. Quality, consistency and freshness is what we really like to do.”

Billy Gail’s, at 3300 Gretna Road, Suite C, the former Tequilas 2 location, is open for breakfast and lunch daily and dinner three days a week. Hours are Monday through Thursday 7 a.m. until 4 p.m., 7 a.m. until 9 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. on Sunday.

Murphy invites locals and visitors to come try their new facility.

Said Murphy, “It’s a place where you can guarantee that you’re not going to leave hungry.”

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Hollister teachers and staff recognized for years of service Submitted to Branson Globe Hollister R-V School District teachers and staff were recently recognized for five, 10, 15, and 20 years of service to the school district.

Those recognized for five years of service were Beth Taylor, April Loftis, Paula Adams, Adrianna Bagby, Melissa Gehman, Stacey Birk, Elisabeth Pipkin, Dorlisa Rogers, Rachel Hodges, Dana Kingore, Curt Ziegelbauer, Hank Williams and Marta Nangle.

Ten years of service included Michele Hatfield, Jim Hatfield, Sarah Hoffman, Stephanie Hale, Shay Bone and Steve Pfister.

Employees recognized for 15 years of service were Laura Bush and Sharla Neal.

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and 25 years of service to the Hollister School District include Patty Norris and Rhonda Rittenhouse (respectively).

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News briefs from around the Branson/Tri-Lakes area Board of Aldermen move Livestream, no votes are taken and by the Mayor and board of alder- to fill several board and committee men and will center on the details vacancies which provide opporstudy session days and no public comment is heard. related to these issues, mitigation tunities for citizens to engage in Agendas for each of these meettimes The Branson Board of Aldermen moved the dates and times of its study sessions to align with the dates of regular board of aldermen meetings at the last regular board of aldermen meeting on June 14, 2022.

Study sessions will now be held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 4:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall.

These will precede the regular board of aldermen meetings which start at 6 p.m. This change will take place starting in July, after the already scheduled 1:30 p.m. June 23, 2022, study session.

These study sessions are for the Board to hear topics that need more clarification or discussion.

While these meetings are open to the public and streamed live on the City’s website, BransonMo.Gov/

ings can also be found on the City’s website under the “Agendas & Minutes” section. Agendas are generally posted a few days before each meeting. All City Board of Aldermen, City Committee meetings, times and locations, can be found on the front page of the City’s website, BransonMo.Gov under the “All Meetings” calendar feature.

Board of Aldermen to discuss panhandling and homelessness at Thursday’s study session

The Mayor and board of aldermen will have a discussion on panhandling and homelessness within the City of Branson at the regularly scheduled study session at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 23, 2022, at Branson City Hall.

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efforts and community resources available.

Study sessions are for the Board to hear topics that need more clarification or discussion. While these meetings are open to the public and streamed live on the City’s website, BransonMo.Gov/Livestream, no votes are taken and no public comment is heard.

As a reminder, after Thursday’s study session, the dates and times of future study sessions have been moved to the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 4:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall. These will precede the regular board of aldermen meetings which start at 6 p.m.

local government, help make important decisions for the community and give their input regarding important city issues.

The deadline for applications is July 5, 2022, at 4:30 p.m. The City has vacancies on the following Boards and Committees: • BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT • BOARD OF APPEALS To read about each of the above City Boards & Committees, what they do, and to apply, go to the “Boards & Committees” section of the City’s website, BransonMo.Gov. You can also find applications at the City Clerk’s office, located at 110 W. Maddux, Street.

For any questions, please call the Branson City Clerk’s office at 417-337-8522.

City taking applications for board and committee Hollister teachers graduvacancies The City of Branson is looking ate from CODERS Project

Hollister teachers Brandy Retasket and Holly Neal on MSU campus.

Hollister R-V School District Teachers, Mrs. Brandy Retasket and Mrs. Holly Neal recently graduated from Missouri State University’s CODERS Project. Retasket teaches sixth grade science at Hollister Middle School and Neal is the techbrarian and broadcasting teacher at Hollister Elementary and is the assistant coach of the Hollister Esports middle and high school teams.

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tent of bringing a new tool into her classroom. “We learned about using the program Scratch with our students,” Retasket says. “Scratch is a block coding program where students can design and animate.

I was able to teach Scratch to my students this past school year and I was amazed at the things they were able to accomplish with it.

They went from making simple models about our learning to creating interactive animations and their own games to showcase their knowledge. The other important part of the program is beefing up technical and descriptive writing in the science classroom. My students worked on being able to articulate their thinking more clearly in writing.”

Neal, who has a passion for bringing coding into rural schools, joined the CODERS Project this year. Neal shares that while she is already teaching her students to code, she has never had any formal training on the subject.

“The CODERS Project advertised that they would work with rural schools to train teachers in coding skills so they could then teach their students. The CODERS Project also provides a curriculum that I am able to implement in my classroom,” Neal says. “This summer we used coding to program a Micro:bit. The micro:bit is like a pocket-sized computer that we

programmed to send messages via radio frequencies, run as a stopwatch, and even a compass. The CODERS Project not only teaches us to code but also provides us with the materials we need to do the same thing in our classroom.

We will receive 10 micro:bit kits that we will be able to use in our classrooms this fall. We also will receive support throughout the school year with visits and additional training.”

Missouri State University CODERS Project provides computer science opportunities, development, and education in rural schools. The Project works to bring STEAM and coding into the classroom with integration into any curriculum. The goal is to introduce students to careers for the future while helping to improve student critical thinking and per-

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More information about the CODERS program can be found at https://www.msucoders.org/.

Promote your business and support Reeds Spring Schools

You are invited to participate in the Reeds Spring School District Back-to-School events.

Welcome NEW STAFF who have joined the Reeds Spring School District family. Help them “experience the community” by providing a gift to encourage new staff to visit businesses in the area.

• The goal is to offer goods or services at a free or reduced rate to help newcomers see all the area has to offer and “experience the community.”

Donation ideas include items

such as gift cards or coupons to community attractions, restaurants or businesses, classroom supplies, or snacks.

• For the 2022-2023 school year, there are 18 new staff.

• If you wish to provide community experience items for new teachers, please drop off your contribution at the Reeds Spring Administration office at 20281 State Highway 413, Reeds Spring, NO LATER than August 5.

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ministrators as they gather outside the middle school to welcome all Reeds Spring staff back for their first official day.

• Arrive by 8 a.m. Line the event entrance of the middle school and cheer on the staff as they arrive.

• A welcome reception with light breakfast will follow in the commons area until the teachers start their meeting at 9 a.m. Please feel free to join us for breakfast.

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• Get your business name in front of the entire Reeds Spring School District faculty and staff.

• Reserve a table to welcome and visit with staff and display marketing items. There is NO COST to reserve a table.

• If you are interested in hosting a booth at the event, please contact Dr. Angie McGuirk at

amcguirk@wolves.k12.mo.us or 417-272-8173 ext. 4003.

These are great ways to promote your business and support your community and the Reeds Spring School District. We hope you are able to participate.

SMAC Art Center celebrates anniversary at reception

The Southern Missouri Arts Connection (SMAC) will celebrate the third anniversary of its art center during the reception for the annual Members’ Exhibit on Friday, July 1, 6-9 p.m. at the

SMAC Art Center. The center and gallery are located at historic 7 Downing Street in Hollister.

With displays that range from landscapes to sculpture to surrealism and more, the 30 participating artists create an engaging gallery experience.

Historic Downing Street offers local dining favorites to enjoy.

Then stroll down the street for an evening of the Friday Night Art Walk. The event is free and open to the public. The SMAC Art Center includes the gallery, community space with reception area/classroom space and private artist studios. Several will be available to answer questions about the art and the SMAC Art Center.

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Both the exhibit and reception are free and open to the public.

The Vintage Paris Coffee kiosk will also be on hand for opening night. This year, SMAC is highlighting worthy non-profit organizations. This month, we are spotlighting Elevate Branson that works diligently to alleviate homelessness in the area.

Picnic will lead up to Fireburst fireworks show

Fireburst Picnic will be held July 1 from 4:30 p.m. until fireworks start at the Kimberling Area Senior Center, 63 Kimberling Blvd., Kimberling City.

Picnic meals are available for purchase, and include: Jumbo hot dog, $5; hamburger, $5; and cheeseburger, $6. Kids meals include: Chicken nuggets, $4, and hot dog, $3. All meals include chips and a drink.

Meal tickets may be preordered at kimberlingareaseniorcenter,com, or in person at the senior center. Tickets purchased in advance at $5 for adults and $3 for kids.

The picnic will also include a showing of the movie “Independence Day,” along with fun activities for all ages.

Nachos, ice cream, popcorn, soda and candy will also be available for purchase througout the event.

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for two and a half years, spending over $25,000 to make the upstairs ‘safe’ for the unsheltered. Now, year three, I need a sprinkler system in the building, because all of the other fire and safety things that were installed are not good enough. I am feeling defeated, frustrated, sad, and a heck of a lot mad! If anyone would like to fund a sprinkler system that would be great – or know of a property outside the city limits that I could rent for three months in the winter that would be great!”

The social media post received an outpouring of support from the local community, many asking how they could help the warming center. One local resident and city leader stepped up to help in a big way.

In a Facebook post of his own, Branson Alderman Marshall Howden stated, “Picture this. It is

30 degrees outside and you have nowhere to sleep. Everything you touch is cold, from the ground you are supposed to sleep on to the breath that comes out of your own lungs. That is the situation facing many people in our Ozarks town, without a warming center.

Fortunately, over the past two years, a loving family and group of volunteers have provided a warming center in the downtown area of our community. However, it has recently been brought to their attention by the local Code Enforcement team that, without an industrial sprinkler system, they won’t be able to open this winter. The family was heartbroken, but steadfast in their efforts to keep the center open. Please consider donating to the cause so that Branson, Missouri, doesn’t go one season without a warming center to help out those in need.

Imagine that same scenario, but now it’s Christmas Eve, and you are staring across the street at

what used to be the warming center. Please help!”

Howden set up a GoFundMe account for donations to the House of Hope for necessary upgrades to allow them to open the Warming Center. The GoFundMe Goal is $100,000. At press time, over $4,000 had been raised.

Those wishing to help House of Hope can donate through the GoFundMe account or drop off donations, earmarked for the warming center, at Riley’s Treasures, 215 Veterans Boulevard, in downtown Branson.

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The warming center is located on the second story of Riley’s Treasures in Downtown Branson. (FILE)

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Reader’s Corner: Magazine, anyone?

Need a magazine fix? Both Taneyhills Library (above) or Kimberling Area Library (below) have what you’re looking for. (FILE)

By CINDY THOMAS, Staff Writer A recent conversation sent me down a rabbit trail, wondering— are hard-copy paper magazines still popular? If so, with whom and which ones?

Personally, a quick glance is all the news and popular entertainment my anxiety levels can handle, so I stick to free or low-cost options online for those. On the other hand, I find it relaxing to flip through pages of recipes, scenic photos, and reviews of popular businesses and restaurants.

My favorites—besides the Globe—include 417 Magazine, with feature stories from around area code 417. I got behind reading my paper subscription and didn’t renew, but I look for it in waiting rooms and coffee shops. I love my hard-copy Capper’s Farmer and Better Homes and Gardens for gardening inspiration. My favorite cover-to-cover read every month, though, is Arkansas Living, the

Arkansas Rural Electric Cooperative magazine. (Although we live in Missouri, our address falls in the Ozark Electric Cooperative service area out of Berryville.) The magazine combines fun (restaurant reviews, scenic attractions) with useful information (energy-saving tips, crafts), and best of all, a challenging crossword puzzle.

My family has mixed opinions.

Daughter Ashley, blogger and former English teacher, enjoys 417 and Springfield Business Journal but gets behind on the physical copies, and she prefers online news.

My husband reads online news but paper ministry magazines like The Voice of the Martyrs. About his hard-copy professional journals, he means well but gets behind.

Janet Steinkamp, Globe editor: “My first choice is hard copies of books, magazines, newspapers, but I often read online formats, too. I always have some type of reading material with me wherever I am.

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I subscribed to several magazines a few years ago, but they piled up (unread) so I decided to drop most.”

Karen Halfpop, Globe digital/ production director: “I have a Kindle that I use when I just can’t wait for a certain book to get to me in the mail! (Yeah, that happens a lot.)

I enjoy real paper magazines and newspapers much more, and we have several subscriptions.”

Gary Groman (the Ole Seagull): “My preference is online. I can get the specific info I need/want from the web without having to go through a lot of other material in which I have limited or no interest.” (Kudos to Gary if he doesn’t get distracted by ads while reading online!)

K.D. Michaels, Globe writer: “I still love hard copies of magazines and newspapers and books. I do have a Kindle app on my phone and I will use it, occasionally, if I can’t find the print edition of the SEE READER’S CORNER, PAGE 25

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next book in a series, for example.

I also try to use it when I travel, but, alas, I am still the person who totes several books with me every time I head out of town!”

If you, too, love hard copy magazines but get behind or lack storage space, area libraries are your friend! Taneyhills Library subscribes to the Wall Street Journal plus local newspapers, and several magazines including Consumer

Reports, Time, Midwest Living, and HGTV; some regular patrons come in solely to relax and read.

Past issues of magazines move to the Thrift Shop where, according to library staff, “they sell like crazy.”

Summer reading offers ‘Oceans of Possibilities’

By K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer The Taneyhills Library Summer Reading Program is in full swing.

More than 250 children signed up to participate in the weekly gathering, featuring stories, crafts and activities, all under the theme “Oceans of Possibilities.” Children who complete their required reading each week select a prize from the treasure chest and receive a ticket to go into a drawing for larger prizes, to be given away at the end of the program. The goal of the summer reading program is to keep area youth engaged in

A pirate enjoys the first week of the Taneyhills Library Summer Reading Program. (Special to Branson Globe) reading throughout the months

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report people buy 10-cent magazines “by the armloads.” So instead of feeling guilty about your piles of magazines, donate them, or if you don’t subscribe, just stop by the library and catch up with something you enjoy.

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‘Second Chance Store’ Thrift Store to celebrate anniversary

By CINDY THOMAS, Staff Writer One year ago, on July 2, 2021, Second Chance Store opened for business at 130 Claremont Dr., Branson. Next Saturday, July 2, 2022, Second Chance will celebrate its first anniversary by offering 50 percent off storewide.

Store manager Kim Phillips and

the staff invite the community to check out not only the deals but also the mission and purpose of Second Chance. The store is operated and staffed by the Simmering Center, which supports substance abuse recovery in the area by providing affordable housing along with accountability, friendships,

counseling, help getting involved in a local church, and assistance with job training and employment.

Second Chance benefits area families and bargain hunters by offering great deals on great finds, but it also benefits Simmering Center residents who need clothing and other essentials as part

of their recovery and job training journey. The name Second Chance, nominated by a Simmering Center resident, reflects the Center’s mission, and the store itself also provides an opportunity for residents to learn and practice organizational, retail and customer service skills and give back to the Center.

Store hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Monday through Saturday and 12 noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Learn more about Second Chance and the Simmering Center at the Second Chance Facebook page or at www.simmeringcenter.org, and don’t forget to stop by on July 2 for some bargains!

Monthly gardening classes to begin at Taneyhills Library

By K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer The Taneyhills Library is the site of a new series of monthly gardening classes.

The Library is joining forc-

es with University of Missouri Extension Master Gardener Kathryn Kufahl for the monthly sessions, which begin Tuesday, June 28, and run through

September. The classes are designed for the beginning gardener, as well as the gardener who wants to expand his or her knowledge.

This month’s seminar is entitled “Developing Your Garden.”

Classes are free and the public is welcome to attend.

The Taneyhills Library is lo-

cated at 200 South 4th Street in downtown Branson.

For more information about Master Gardeners of the Ozarks, visit: https://mgozarks.org.

Salvation Army Branson receives grant from Ozarks Food Harvest Submitted to Branson Globe The Salvation Army in Branson recently received a capacity building grant thanks to Ozarks Food Harvest’s $1 million investment in agency infrastructure in southwest Missouri.

The grant funding will purchase mobility equipment and food, which will help increase food distribution and feed families in Taney and Stone Counties. Salvation Army Branson was one of more than 70 organizations chosen by Ozarks

Food Harvest to receive an agency capacity grant to assist with hunger-relief efforts.

“This grant is a relief to us as the children, families and seniors we serve continue to deal with economic uncertainty,” said Envoy Steve

Roberson, Director/Pastor of the Branson Corps. “Thanks to Ozarks Food Harvest, we will be able to distribute more food in the coming year.”

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Rockaway Beach to celebrate Independence Day in style

By K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer Rockaway Beach will celebrate Independence Day with the 58th Annual Rockin’ Rockaway Beach 4th of July event.

Presented by the City of Rockaway Beach and sponsored by numerous businesses and individual donors, the fun-filled

event will offer something for everyone.

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network of hunger-relief charities continue to deal with the expanding cost of food and fuel.”

The Salvation Army will distribute groceries to over 2,000 families in Branson alone with a recent notable increase in demand.

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The day’s activities will also include the Top of the Rock arm wrestling competition, craft vendors, food trucks and more.

The main event, one of the area’s most elaborate and longest-running fireworks displays, begins at 9:30 p.m. Guests can view fireworks from the street, the park, or by boat.

Admission is free for the family-friendly event, but donations will be accepted at the Rocka-

way Beach Community Center.

“We are excited to invite friends and families to our town to enjoy the Fourth of July with food trucks, music, and of course, fireworks,” said Rockaway Beach Mayor Jim Harriger. “Join us for one of the best fireworks presentations in the tri-county area.”

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College of the Ozarks Education Department participates in Laundry Love Submitted to Branson Globe This past spring semester the College of the Ozarks Education Department part-

nered with The Grove Christian Church to participate in Laundry Love, an initiative that helps wash the clothes

and bedding of individuals or families in need. College of the Ozarks students participated in Laundry Love every

Students from the Education Department participate in Laundry Love. (Special to Branson Globe)

month throughout the past school year. They began each Monday evening by starting the washers, handing out detergent and dryer sheets, loading the laundry, and finished by serving everyone dinner.

Laundry Love takes place on the first and third Monday of every month. The Education Department chose to get involved in this organization in order to serve the Branson community. Education professors wanted their students to have the opportunity to give in this way and see the impact it would have on people.

“The students we took were amazing,” said Dr. Christy Patrick, associate professor of education. “One night we had so many students there we didn’t even need all of them.

The students would just sit down and talk to parents as they ate their dinner and then

play with their kids.”

More about Laundry Love Laundry Love is a neighboring movement that partners with groups, schools and local laundromats to wash the clothes and bedding of low-income and/or no-income families and person(s). The Laundry Love initiative consists of regular opportunities to come alongside people who are struggling financially by assisting them with their laundry. Laundry Love sees the laundromat as a place where strangers become friends, people are known by name, hope is hustled, and the worth of every human being is acknowledged and celebrated.

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Senior community service employment program helps seniors reenter workforce

By K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer A program geared towards seniors could help some reenter the workforce.

The AARP Foundation’s Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) is designed to assist individuals who are 55 years of age or older, and unemployed, that desire to return to work to supplement their income.

Candidates must be at a lower-income level, be unemployed and have reliable transportation.

“The participants who enroll in SCSEP are placed in a Host Agency (a not-for-profit business), where they receive training for any number of marketable skills,” explained Cindy Hembree, Employment Specialist for Seniors. “Once the participant is placed in a Host Agency for training, they are paid by the AARP Foundation, so no funding comes out of the nonprofit organization’s bank account. They can use their money for other needs within their establishment and have

access to free labor, on their part.

The enrollee will receive payment every two weeks, once they begin the program. It does not matter what type of disability, education or other challenges a person may have. This program can work for most seniors and Host Agencies.”

The SCSEP is a 48-month program, according to Hembree. Participants can be placed in job training as soon as a compatible Host Agency is found to match their capabilities.

“Many seniors in the program

have found they have much more to offer companies than they had thought, once their training has gotten underway,” Hembree noted.

“The Host Agencies are usually very happy with the participants’ productivity being delivered. The types of training SCSEP offers varies tremendously. We have Host Agencies that train for light to moderate office skills, animal husbandry, different aspects of retail, social skills, and culinary arts, just to name a few.”

The SCSEP program is relatively new to the area, with an office

opening recently at the Missouri Job Center on Branson’s Shepherd of the Hills Expressway. The office covers workers in Taney, Stone, Barry, Christian, Douglas and McDonald counties. Since opening, the program has seen more than 30 participants.

For more information about the AARP Foundation Senior Community Service Employment Program, contact Cindy Hembree at 417-3344909 or 417-334-4156, or visit the Missouri Job Center at 2720 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway, Suite B, in Branson.

Jordan Valinsky, CNN Business Kraft Macaroni and Cheese is changing its name after 85 years.

The household staple is now called Kraft Mac & Cheese, which is “meant to reflect the way fans organically talk about the brand,” the company announced Wednesday. Packaging featuring the new

name will hit shelves in August.

Along with the shortened name, shoppers will notice the box receiving a subtle makeover that includes a refreshed logo, typography and single-hue blue that “amplifies the brand’s most recognizable asset — the noodle smile.”

Kraft said the new name and box

are part of an effort to rebrand its mac & cheese as “comfort food.”

That distinction helps it differentiate from healthier products eating up shelf space.

Kraft’s mac & cheese affordability has also taken a hit recently. Dozens of its products got price hikes in recent months.

Strong demand, supply constraints and uncertainty increased input costs for Kraft, the company said in a letter to suppliers, adding that the “upward trend in packaging, transportation, ingredients and labor costs persists, reaching levels not seen in decades.” Those higher costs led to the company’s decision to raise prices.

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Makes sense: Our stack up to many

American kestrels, like most birds, can see ultraviolet light – and that points the way toward dinner. (AllAboutBirds.org)

By MDC | mdc.mo.gov Humans have five senses: sight, smell, taste, touch, and hearing. But our senses are pretty puny compared to some wild critters.

Butterfly: What if your feet could taste your sweaty gym shoes?

Yuck! Well, it’s a good thing butterflies don’t wear shoes because they have “tongues” on their toes. When a butterfly lands on a flower, its feet tell it in an instant whether there’s nectar to sip or if the plant is a safe place to lay eggs.

Timber Rattlesnake: To beat summer’s heat, timber rattlesnakes hunt at night. Finding dinner in the dark is easy. Like all of Missouri’s venomous snakes, rattlesnakes have

senses don’t wild animals

built-in night-vision goggles. Special organs in pits between their eyes and nostrils help them “see” heat from other animals. Even in complete darkness, a rattler can detect a mouse two feet away and strike with deadly accuracy.

Bat: Bats bag bugs by “seeing” with sound. As they fly, they send out high-pitched squeaks — up to 200 each second! By listening to the squeaks echo off objects, bats create a mental image of their surroundings so they can zero in on tasty moths and mosquitoes. The process, called echolocation, is similar to the sonar that submarines use to navigate underwater.

Bobolink: Bobolinks have tiny bits of metal in their beaks. Earth’s magnetic field tugs on the metal, which tells the feathered wanderer which direction it’s going. Biologists have found proteins in some birds’ eyes that might allow them to actually see Earth’s magnetic field — sort of like a heads-up GPS display in a fighter jet.

American Paddlefish: So what’s with the big nose? Despite what you

might think, an American paddlefish’s super-sized snout isn’t used for smell. Paddlefish eat tiny crustaceans, insects, and other animals that drift in the water as plankton.

All living creatures — even tiny ones — emit weak electrical signals. A paddlefish’s snout acts like a TV antenna to detect those signals, which helps the fish zero in on clouds of yummy plankton.

Catfish: Every millimeter of a catfish’s skin, from its whiskery barbels to the tip of its tail, is covered with taste buds. If you were a catfish, you could taste a cookie just by touching it! But this sense-sational skin isn’t made to savor flavors. It helps a catfish find food in dark, murky water.

Luna moth: When a lady luna moth is looking for love, she releases powerful perfumes called pheromones. If a male moth is nearby, he’ll follow the scent. But he won’t use his nose — moths don’t have noses. Instead, he’ll use his fancy, feathery antennas to track her down. And they work really well!

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By Heidi Schmidt/fox2now.com Father’s Day ended with a little more excitement than a metro man planned. He went out of his way to make an unusual rescue at an apartment pool.

Johnney Anderson and his wife were celebrating with friends and family over the weekend. After lunch, they headed over to see a relative’s new Kansas City-area apartment.

Anderson’s wife said as they drove past the swimming pool at the complex she noticed a fawn

stuck in the water. The deer was so small that it couldn’t make it out of the pool.

She said Anderson also spotted the struggling animal. That’s when she said Anderson parked his truck and his “father’s instincts” kicked in.

He ran to the gate and wasn’t deterred when it was locked.

Anderson’s wife recorded video of what happened next and eventually shared it on YouTube. She tagged it “#HeroOfTheDay.” Video shows Anderson climbing the fence to access the swim-

ming pool. As he ran closer to the fawn, the deer frantically swam toward him.

When the fawn was close enough, Anderson simply reached down and lifted it out of the water.

The animal was so tiny he handed it through the bars to his wife.

The couple thinks the deer was curious, started exploring, and then became trapped.

Anderson’s wife said she released the fawn into the trees behind the pool and hopes it found other deer in the area.

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tines, and they help a scorpion smell and taste its environment.

In addition, sensitive hairs on a scorpion’s pincers feel vibrations in the air. These extra organs are important. Even though scorpions have eyes on both their backs and heads, they can’t see squat.

Bumblebee: When a bumblebee

flaps its wings, the fuzz on its body becomes charged with static electricity. A flower swaying in the wind takes on a static charge, too. So when the bee lands on the flower, it gets a tiny zap of static. If the bee doesn’t feel a zap, it knows another insect has already visited the flower. Shocking, huh?

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The Branson Regional Arts Council’s Summer Youth Theatre Institute production features a large group of 71 talented young actors between the ages of 6-18, who have been training for nearly three weeks to present this family favorite musical. Divided into two casts, they will be creating unforgettable memories that will

not only improve their talents and self-esteem, but also carry through positive qualities to other aspects of their lives.

“Over 100 people are involved in the presentation of this Summer Youth Institute production,” said Jim Barber, BRAC Executive Director. “From our incredible team of educational and production staff, to our large number of participating youth from across the community, our organization works extremely hard to provide a safe and nurturing environment for this vital arts education program,” he added.

Based on the original Broadway production that ran for over 13 years and was nominated for nine Tony Awards, and the Academy Award-winning motion picture, Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast JR.” is a fantastic adaptation of the story of transformation and tolerance. Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast JR.” features some of the most popular songs ever written by Alan Menken and the late Howard Ashman, along with new

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The classic story tells of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed to his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity.

“We are especially thankful to the support of our parents, area businesses and organizations who helped to underwrite a portion of the expenses,” Barber added, “including student scholarships, and printing of our official 32-page playbill that contains a brief photo biography of each child in the production.”

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learning and making connections as much as we can. I am so thankful for my parents allowing me the time to pursue my dreams outside of the Branson show market during my final year of high school. I loved the Magnificent 7, as it has been all I have known, but I am grateful that they are allowing me the chance to look and see what else is out there.”

Tamra Tinoco, Talya’s mother, shared her thoughts on taking a break from the show that defined her family for so many years.

“Twenty years of the Magnificent 7 show is a long time,” said Tamra.

“It was our baby, before we actually had a baby. We loved being able to perform together as a family. But, after we made the decision, we try to never look back or have regrets.

We believe everything happens for a reason. Talya has been in the show since she was born. We wanted to try to give her the time to do more things in school, like the plays and the musicals and choir, and just be a kid. She is also going to be looking at colleges and possibly auditioning at them, which takes time away

from town, as well as audition for opportunities that come up in the acting, modeling or singing world.

Again, there is no way to do those things if you are required to be at the show throughout the whole season.

So, we feel as though this has been the decision that needed to be made.

There is nothing to say we cannot reopen the Mag 7 show sometime in the future. You never know what lies ahead. We shall see.”

While they are not currently performing, the Tinoco family stays busy with the other family business – TNT Old Time photos, now in its seventh year of operation. The area’s largest old-time photo studio, TNT Old Time Photos is stocked with amazing costumes and realistic props and sets, making it the perfect place to create some favorite Branson memories.

Joe Tinoco, Talya’s father, chimed in with his thoughts on watching his daughter follow his footsteps into the entertainment field. “It is a double-edged sword.

Part of me loves it. We know how much entertaining has given back to

us and how blessed we are to be able to make people forget about their worries and just enjoy themselves, even if for only a couple of hours.

We feel as though we touched many and made their lives better. On the other hand, we know the downside of entertainment, the constant search for the next job, the auditioning, the bad people in the business, the constant travel away from home that may be needed. So, it’s a tough business. She is so intelligent in school, like the top four in her class. She could be anything she wants. We were never achieving those kind of grades. That’s why we chose to entertain! But, we just want her to be happy; so whatever she pursues, we will stand behind her.”

For her part, Talya plans to put her background in performing to use after high school. “I would love to act in commercials, TV shows and movies, so that is one goal,” Talya explained. “I would also like to audition for some touring Broadway shows. As far as college, that is also in my sights, just not sure where I will be going just yet. I most definitely would want to pursue a career in entertaining, in some shape or form. But, I also know that I need to be knowledgeable in the business side of entertainment, so

my studies will most likely continue, as long as I am able.”

Talya continued, “I have many dreams and aspirations, however, I will always remember what Branson has done for me as I have loved performing here, and maybe someday I will do that again. I will never forget my very special hometown. I would really like to thank my parents for supporting me in everything that I have done and will do in the future. I get to watch videos and see pictures of my parents’ accomplishments, traveling and doing shows all over the world, cruise ships, acting in movies, modeling for major chains. It makes me strive to do the things they have done and more. Their work ethic and their life ethics have helped mold me to how I want to continue in the business.

When asked what advice he has for his daughter, Joe Tinoco answered, “We always say this is a tough business to be successful in.

But, if you want it, you’ve got to make it happen. Always do what is right, be kind, be persistent, be genuine, and be honest. And, always be prepared. Last but not least, chase the dream, not the competition. She has the drive to do whatever she wants to do, and we will always be in her corner!”

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Cast A performances are on Thursday - 7 p.m., Saturday - 7 p.m., and Sunday - 2 p.m. Cast members include Savannah Turner (Belle), Javier Nunez (Beast), Korey Brown (Maurice), Dylan Whatley (Gaston), Lee Brown (Lefou), Pace Gillman (Lumiere), Jillian Rice (Cogsworth), Jael Frost (Mrs. Potts), Kylee Chandler (Babette), Alexandria Keaton (Madame De La Grande Bouche), Scout McManus (Chip), Skye Bell informed.

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4), Reese Hess (Villager 5) Cast B performances are on Friday - 7 p.m., Saturday - 2 p.m., and Sunday - 7 p.m. Cast members include Sophie Douglas (Belle), Javier Nunez (Beast), Ryan Merrifield (Maurice), Dylan Whatley (Gaston), Dru Straka (Lefou), Jack Brown (Lumiere), Evan Wolfe (Cogsworth), Emily Jenkins (Mrs. Potts), Hope Menard (Babette), SEE BEAUTY & THE BEAST, PAGE 39

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haviorist, I constantly see and hear about cats who were given up due to ‘unruly’ behavior, when, in reality, the cat is just behaving as a cat naturally behaves. When a cat winds up in the shelter for any reason, but specifically behavior issues, they are less likely to be adopted, especially if they are featured alongside the cute, playful kittens. Because of things like these, when you adopt an older cat, you are oftentimes literally saving its life, giving it another lease on the life all cats deserve. An adult cat, especially a rescue cat, is likely to have trouble connecting with people or developing trusting relationships with humans. Adopting and loving a rescue cat can change its whole outlook on our entire species. And, what could be cooler than that?”

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Cindy Thomas understands the benefits in adopting a cat.

“Dexter is a rescue kitty, actually our second one,” Thomas explained. “When Callie, our first cat, passed at age 19, our dog, Lacey (also a rescue) started behaving strangely. Figuring she was lonely, we went to the shelter to look for another cat.

The shelter manager unlatched a cage with some cats. This little yellow guy came bursting out of the cage, sped over to me, and jumped up in my arms. I looked at my husband and said, ‘Well, I guess this is my cat.’

Thomas continued, ‘Unfortunately, Lacey really was ill and left us a few months later. It was as though Dexter tried to pick up the slack. He likes to cuddle and seems to know if I feel sad or depressed – he gets on my lap and tries to help. When we got home after my dad’s funeral, Dexter was waiting to crawl up and start patting my face

with his paw. He also walks fairly well on a leash, most of the time, so he is the talk of the neighborhood. He plays nicely with children and he likes most dogs. He’s about three years old now, and I hope he is with us for a long time!”

Crystal Wolfe shared her adoption story. “We are a big dog family. Our last dog was a Newfoundland that topped the scale at 182 pounds. It was decided that, when he died, that would be our last pet. The kids would be grown, and it would be time to travel,” said Wolfe.

“Our precious King Kennedy died the day after Christmas 2019. In April, 2021, I was at the local Humane Society Adoption Center. I was sitting on the couch waiting to talk to a dear friend of mine. I saw movement out of the corner of my eye. By the time I turned to see what it was, it was too late. This shaved creature had run across the room and jumped

onto me. It was hugging me and clinging on for dear life. I could not see its head, since it was hanging over my shoulder. I did not move, I was paralyzed with shock and a little fear.”

“Jayme Tabuchi, the Humane Society Executive Director heard the commotion and came out of her office,” Wolfe continued. “She told me not to move and explained that the poor baby had not moved since it arrived that morning. It had been shaved since it had matted hair so bad when it arrived. She begged me to foster it for the weekend. The poor thing was traumatized and did not need to be left over the weekend with little staff. Our family had never fostered a pet and I was not about to star. We did not want another pet, and we are not small dog people.

I explained this to her and she smiled and explained that she would provide a pet carrier, food and whatever was needed.

The frightened animal was still

holding on and not letting go.

She then told me that she would consider it a favor. I gave in. I cannot even begin to explain my shock and surprise when she lifted the animal off of my shoulder to find out that it was not a dog but a cat. A 32-pound cat named Picasso. He came home with me. I unloaded his supplies and did not say a word to my husband or the two children that were home that weekend. The cat laid on a chaise lounge in our living room and did not move for hours. When he was discovered, my husband was not thrilled, but I told him we were just fostering him for the weekend. We all went to sleep and I woke up to the cat lying between my husband and I in our bed. By the time Monday morning came, the cat had officially adopted us, and I returned to the adoption center to sign papers for his adoption.

We are not cat people – we are SEE ADOPT A CAT, PAGE 39

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Emrie Straka (Madame De La Grande Bouche), Lindan Seaman (Chip), Josslynn Silvy (Old Beggar Woman/Enchantress), Roxas Pace (Narrator 1), Adelaide Allen (Narrator 2), Amelia Williams (Narrator 3), Elizabeth Bohner (Narrator 4), Abby Wheeler (La Fille 1), Ember Straka (La Fille 2), Sophia Terhardt (La Fille 3), Tayton Boyd (Monsieur D’Arque),

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Picasso people. He is our masterpiece and we are so lucky to have been picked by him to be his family.”

At Mochas and Meows, Trexler encourages potential pet parents to come meet her cats.

“Our adoption fee is $150 and begins in-store,” said Trexler.

“We won’t accept an application on one of our cats until you’ve

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The Branson Regional Arts Council was founded in 1965 as the “Taney Arts Council,” and officially established 501 (c)(3) nonprofit status as “Branson Arts Council, Inc.” in 1993.

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come in to visit, ensuring that our cats get a fair opportunity to make an emotional connection with all potential adopters.”

Mochas and Meows is open Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., located at 3265 Falls Parkway, Suite V, in Branson.

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“Cats are literally furry therapy. They even purr at a frequency that is believed to heal the human body,” explained Trexler. “Got a little extra room in your heart? Consider expanding your family by four paws!”

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By Randa Kriss of NerdWallet | apnews.com Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, small businesses have quickly adopted remote working and transitioned to new technologies, such as contactless payments and online ordering.

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According to a 2022 report from Barracuda, a cloud and networks security company, small businesses with fewer than 100 employees receive 350% more social engineering attacks — like phishing, scamming or email compromise — than larger businesses.

Compared with larger companies, many small businesses have fewer resources to dedicate to cybersecurity, leaving them vulnerable to the ever-evolving tactics of cybercriminals. And dealing with the consequences of a cyberattack can be seriously detrimental to a business’s bottom line, costing ap-

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1. Evaluate your online systems.

Before you can effectively protect your business from cyberthreats, you should have a complete understanding of your current ecosystem of online computer operations. You can ask: “What do we do on any machine that’s connected to the internet whatsoever?” says Andrew Lipton, vice president, head of cyber claims at AmTrust Financial Services, a small-business insurance company.

Business owners should understand where their data lives and classify what types of data they store — for example, names, addresses, Social Security numbers.

Lipton suggests reaching out to a legal expert, especially if you’re handling sensitive information like Social Security or credit card numbers, to get a better understanding of the consequences of a data breach and get a professional opinion on how to protect your data.

Then, you’re in a good position

to talk to your internet service provider to find the best way to secure your most important information.

2. Implement cybersecurity best practices.

Even without the firepower of larger companies, small businesses can create a defense that discourages cybercriminals from carrying out their attacks, said Najma Sultana by email. Sultana is the chief security officer at Veem, a global payments provider for small businesses.

As a business owner, you can implement basic security and hygiene practices, such as: • Installing firewalls to prevent unauthorized access to your networks.

• Using antivirus software and ensuring that it’s updated regularly.

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Some of these security features may already be at your disposal.

“Many of the applications and software your company already uses will have built-in security features, but they won’t necessarily be turned on by default,” said Lauren Winchester, vice president of risk and response at Corvus Insurance, by email.

You can enable these features to quickly and easily add an extra layer of security to your business.

3. Train your employees – and yourself.

You and your employees are often the first line of defense in protecting your business from cyberattacks. In fact, according to the 2022 Global Risks Report by the World Economic Forum, 95% of cybersecurity issues can be traced to human error.

Receiving basic cybersecurity training can help you and your employees learn to identify common threats, such as phishing emails or suspicious downloads, as well as develop online best practices, like safe browsing and strong passwords.

And with employees working remotely or in different office locations, it’s particularly important to create and review cybersecurity policies for your business, including safety guidelines and what to do in the event of a data breach.

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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.

EVERY FRIDAY ON SITE AT GUMI CAMP USA from noon until 2 p.m.: Licensed counselor/combat veteran available for group or private meetings • Free tour of the CAMP • Free meal provided by the Blue Star Mothers • Job placement assistance on and off site provided • Reflection and on-site workshops for spouses suffering from PTSD, mothers and fathers suffering from a loss of a son or daughter due to combat and more. Please call, text, or email and let us know you’re coming. Tim Hadler, 417-559-3892 tmhadler@gmail.com For directions to the camp entrance, Google GUMI CAMP USA and tap directions. We are here for you and your family’s needs.

HEY, WAKE UP! Grow a garden, know your neighbors. Come alive, know you’re alive. Stay alive. Remember. Plant a garden.

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If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14

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ACE HOME IMPROVEMENT – Heating & Air HVAC Service & Repair, Doors, Windows, Decks, Fences, Pressure Washing, Int & Ext. Painting, Siding, Roofing, Flooring, Tile & Drywall. Handy-man Work!

1-1/2 BATHS, POOLS, REC. ROOM

$575 MONTH & UP

Furnished Units Available, Lakeviews Available

Call Ryan: 417-335-1347

THE COUNTRY MART FLORAL DESIGNER will provide tips on how to arrange fresh flowers at the Creative Luncheon sponsored by Christian Women’s Connection, Wednesday, July 13 at 11:30 a.m. at the Pointe Royale Clubhouse. Loretta Small, past Golden Pen Award winner and BGSA Female Vocalist of the Year, will also present. Cost is $15. Call 417-294-1287 to make your reservation.

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LOCAL JUNK AND BRUSH REMOVAL – 417-324-0860.

417hauling.com. Discount for veterans/senior citizens/disabled.

Residential and Commercial.

Serving Greater Branson Area.

CALL TODAY!

WANTED

VENDORS NEEDED FOR NEW STORE LOCATION. Peddler Pete’s Trading Post 121 S. Commercial, Branson 417-527-4488

GARAGE SALES MOVING SALE: Friday June 24 – 7 a.m. – 1 p.m.; Saturday June 25 – 7 a.m. - 11 a.m. 1404 Paradise Landing Rd., Kimberling City. South of Hwy 13, bridge first turn on right. Tools, fishing stuff and lots more.

BUSINESS FOR SALE BUSINESS FOR SALE: BEER & BOTTLE liquor store, 1889 Bus Hwy 65 in Hollister. Great location / good customer base.

Includes slot machines. Owner is moving. Call 408-832-7479 or 417-337-0368.

FOR SALE THE !

D L FOR SALE: LIKE NEWS LOVE SO E O SEAT with electric recliner.

Two D E OB solid end tables and a 44” flat Lwood G IN! screen TV. CallG 636-208-1458.

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HARMAR AL500 UNIVERSAL POWER WHEELCHAIR LIFT for vehicles. 350 pound capacity. $250. Call 417-335-5151 or 417294-4555 anytime.

CALL 417-546-3334 Shepherd of the Hills Estates

www.soheapts.com

TABLE ROCK VILLAGE **Move in for $2,500**

Includes first month’s rent and partial payment of deposits, pet fee (if applicable) and last month’s rent.

Balance to be spread out over a 12-month lease period.

FOURPLEX UNIT:

1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom. 12-month Lease: $725/month.

First & last month’s rent - due at signing Damage: $1,000 - due at signing Pet Charge (non-refundable): $600/pet (dogs under 30 lbs. and cats) $1,000/pet (dogs over 30 lbs.)

Key Deposit: $50

DUPLEX UNIT:

2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom w/attached 1 car garage 12-month Lease: $1,125/month OR 2 Bedroom + bonus room/2 Bathroom w/attached 1 car garage 12-month Lease: $1,225/month Fi & last month’s rent - due at signing First Damage: $1,500 - due at signing Pet Charge (non-refundable): $600/pet (dogs under 30 lbs. and cats) $1,000/pet (dogs over 30 lbs.)

Key Deposit: $50

Water and sewer, mowing and limited snow removal are included in the monthly rent. NO SMOKING

PLEASE CONTACT DIANNE TURNER AT (816) 219-3010 OR DIANNE@BARNESREALTY.COM FOR MORE INFORMATION.

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PANORAMIC LAKEVIEW! Blue Eye UU area. 2976 sq. ft., walkout basement, 4 BR, 3 BA, call for details, 417-230-3252. $499,000.

RENT TO OWN AUTOS – LOW DOWN PAYMENT. NO Initial Taxes & License Fees. NO Credit Check.

FREE One Year Waranty On Motor & Transmission. Rent to Own Your Auto Today! 1119 E. State Hwy 76, Branson. 417335-5400. renttoownautosbranson.com

POINT LOOKOUT NURSING & REHAB is excited to announce that we are currently hiring RNs, LPNs, CNAs, NAs, CMTs, housekeeping, and dietary staff. We are currently offering a great benefit plan.

We acknowledge Covid-19 vaccination exemptions. For more information, call 417334-4105 or apply in person at 11103 Historic Hwy. 165, Hollister, MO. EOE

BRANSON SCENIC RAILWAY: ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for full-time • On-board Train Attendant • Gift Shop Clerk • Reservation Agent. This is a SMOKE FREE –NON-TOBACCO USE business. Pre-employment drug screening.

Apply in Person. No phone calls. 206 E. Main St., Branson

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EDGEWATER COMMUNITY, a nondenominational church in Cape Fair, MO, seeks full-time ordained pastor. Respond to edgewaterchurch@yahoo.com.

TABLE ROCK LAKE COMMUNITY searching for individual to provide maintenance, repair, construction, grounds keeping and snow removal.

Must have a High School Diploma. Experience with water systems desired, but not required (Must be able to obtain DNR D2 certification). Training provided. 40-hour work week, with on-call as needed. Submit resume and salary requirements to: Board of Directors, 111 Sycamore Lane, Blue Eye, MO 65611. Application deadline is June 22, 2022.

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Worship Directory You are encouraged to worship with us!

For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope. – Jeremiah 29:11

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BRANSON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

TRADITIONAL WORSHIP 9 AM Experience MODERN WORSHIP 11 AM Experience SUNDAY SCHOOL SMALL GROUPS 10 AM

M-TH Facebook Live Scripture & Prayer at 2 PM

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D. Eric Derks - Lead Pastor 1208 W. 76 Country Blvd

St. Joseph Anglican Church in Branson

6350 East State Hwy 86 | Blue Eye, MO 65611

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Sunday Services 10:30 a.m.

438 Sunrise Cove (T Hwy. just off East 76)

Episcopalians!

Wednesday Evening Prayer, 7 p.m.

(St. Joseph Anglican, T Hwy just off 76E)

ALL WELCOME

417-334-0475 bransonanglican.org

Wayne Kean, Pastor | (573) 225-6102 SERVICE TIMES: SUNDAY SCHOOL - 10 AM MORNING WORSHIP - 11AM | WEDNESDAY BIBLE STUDY - 7 PM

Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. – John 14:6

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