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e are very excited about this edition of Lake Lifestyles Magazine as we present 11 of the top Rising Stars in our community.
What does it mean to be recognized as a Rising Star?
Logistically, it means that someone in these recipients lives felt strongly enough about their achievements and contributions to the area that they took time to submit a nomination. After that, it means that out of all of the nominations we received, these were the best of the best according to you — our readers — who chose these recipients through a two-week voting window. Dave Cuddihy
What it really means is we have some amazing people in the late Generation X, early Millennial generations doing great work here at the Lake. As a Xennial myself, I am very proud to recognize these 11 individuals. I’d like to
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think of our little micro-generation as having grown up with the best of both worlds; with a good mix of the best qualities of Gen-X and Millennials. We had a number of sponsors including Lake Regional Health System, Above and Beyond Roofing and Tan-Tar-A Resort who also saw the great work being done by these up-and-comers. I know they are equally as proud of the winners, and we truly appreciate each of them as we look forward to bringing this great recognition to the community each year. Many of our recipients have been entrepreneurs through a very challenging economic period. Others have climbed the ranks of their respective organizations. One common thread is the commitment to serving the community we all call home. We invite you to spend some time getting to know them, and encourage you to join us in congratulating the Rising Stars of 2019.
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From the Editor
A LIFETIME OF From the Editor
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aving Lake of espitegrown gettingup outatand about the Ozarks, the lake life a lot within the community, is not always new to seems me. Boating, there to be fishing, swimming more that I want to … do.that’s all we did in the summer. Back then we were Especially in the spring. perfectly happy spending the day on After a long, cold winter (my leastthe dock until the sunI’m went down, or until Mom favorite season) ready to gas up the would yell for us to come inside to eat. boat, visit my favorite waterfront bars, I remember spending as much time as and simply relax and enjoy the Lake. possible on the water. Finding a piece The last couple of years have been of styrofoam play on wasfor like hitting the particularlytochallenging me. Moving, jackpot. We would use it to float from finishing a house, moving again, keeping one shore to the in our job, covevolunat the up with a full andother part-time 36-mile marker. teering on several boards, organizing local Sometimescombined we’d get in trouble fundraisers, with life’sfor general jumping off the roof of the neighbor’s dock challenges — things have been a bit busy. or getting a little too rowdy but this Lake I’ve promised myself and my family that is of great our family. I’llfull slow downmemories a bit. We’llfor see how that It’s always nice to see other families and goes… couples who visit or relocate here accomWhat am I going to do with all my free plish thing. time?the I’vesame already set my sights on a few cpatires@lakemediaonline.com These days my cpatires@lakemediaonline.com upcoming events.Lake view has changed and there is not a piece of white or blue styAfter all of these years living at Lake of rofoam to beI’ve found (thanks to new laws and the Ozarks, never participated in the clean-up efforts) but one thing remains — we continue to enjoy the Lake. Spring Harbor Hop held in May. Hostedthe bysame the Convention & Visitor Bureau, you Just like you, we can’t wait to uncover the boat in a few months. We were sadly stop at participating waterfront locations to collect poker hand. There’s also one disappointed when winter in before and were forced to winterheld in the fall. Sounds likeset a fun boatingThanksgiving day on the water to me. izeI’ve the also boat.started Quite frankly we pushed it atrips bit too close when temperatures were in to take yearly “girls” to locations within a day’s drive. the teens for several days but we were holding out for a holiday booze cruise. will This year’s destination is Mall of America. Much different than the beaches ofItGulf have to wait until spring. Shores we visited last year but I can work on my tan from my dock this summer. IAlso am blessed to call thecoming Lake home, andisbe able to Missouri’s live on the water. getat to on my list in the months climbing highestWe point continue to experience many of the same things we did as kids and make memories Taum Sauk Mountain. At 1,772 feet I wouldn’t consider that too much of a challenge to a lifetime. butlast apparently the park also has the state’s tallest waterfall. A must-see in my book. As I looked content for this issue I realized that things The downsideover will our be the overnight accommodations. I canmost pitchofa the tent. I justwe don’t talk about I’ve been able to do. From participating in the Polar Plunge to eating like to. But I’m a good sport and if it involves making memories and having a funat Pepperoni experience,Bills I’mon allthe in. Camdenton Square, to listening to the band Relentless and enjoying a quiet day on the waterfor like the Babesnew on Waves. If you are like me and looking something to do, or just feel the need to No matter what it is you love about the Lake, just make sure you Ispend somemind time get out of the house, check out our list of Tiny Towns in this issue. wouldn’t to enjoy it. The Lake is a beautiful place all year long and we are lucky to have it! adding one or two of these places to my list. There’s always an excuse or reason not to do something. We are all busy. But we have a playground in our own backyard, and so many things to do within a short drive. I hope you take some time to plan out a few fun things to do with your family and friends in the coming months. The magazine is certainly full of ideas in this issue. Visit the newest waterfront restaurant, Margaritaville. If you like art, the Lake Fine Art Academy & Galleria is a great place in Osage Beach. And a favorite local springtime event is the Dogwood Festival. I mean, who doesn’t like carnival food? See you out this season!
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Al and Connye Griffin retired to do what they enjoy, taking photos of their new home and writing about the people and places here. Al was a forensic photographer for more than a decade before moving to Missouri where he’s had the opportunity to focus on art and commercial photography. His varied work can be found at www.algriffinphotography.com. Connye likes to knit words together and does so daily. She spent 37 years teaching and still loves to learn and teach. She does both through Al and Connye’s collaboration www.oureyesuponmissouri.com. In each issue they write and photograph articles in the dining section. They also feature work in this issue’s boating section.
Karen and her husband, Steve, love to travel and it shows when she shares her experiences. She has visited many countries since their first adventure. They backpacked through Europe for 21 days with no reservations. She has a wild collection of travel stories, and keeps journals to highlight those experiences. Her motto is, when you are in their country, you are their guest, act like it. Karen owns Karen’s Secretarial Service with her husband of 41 years. They live in Sunrise Beach. She has five children, 14 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. She writes for the WestSide Star in their Faith section, and will continue to share her stories in Lake Lifestyles’ travel section. She often writes about her many experiences in foreign countries. Karen writes about several small towns in Missouri worth visiting in this issue.
Alan Wohlgemut Alan Wohlgemut owns and runs his local photography company, Lighter Focus, with his brother and dad. What started as a hobby in high school has turned into a career which is fueled by his passion and love for capturing all the beauty in God’s creation. He had a unique childhood as his parents were missionaries overseas in the country of Papua, New Guinea. Having been born and raised overseas, he has a great love for travel and meeting new people from all different cultures. Alan and his wife, Tracy, live in Lake Ozark with their four children. See his work featured on the cover, cover story, fashion and in other features.
Paul Leahy Paul Leahy has been a golf professional at the Tan-Tar-A Resort since 1989 and Director of Golf since 2001. He manages the 27-hole golf operation at Tan-Tar-A and has been active in the community via the Lake Area Chamber of Commerce,
John Neparodny John is a full-time freelance writer specializing in freshwater fishing. His articles have been published in Field & Stream, Outdoor Life, BASSMASTER, B.A.S.S. Times, Fur-Fish-Game, North American Fisherman, Fishing Facts, In-Fisherman, CRAPPIE World, Crappie Journal, BASSIN’ and other national and regional outdoor publications. He is also the author of THE Lake of the Ozarks Fishing Guide and 101 Bass Fishing Tips, Twenty-First Century Bassing Tactics and Techniques from All the Top Pros. The veteran outdoor writer was inducted into the Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame in the “legendary communicator” category in 2016. John gives you tips on catching fish this spring in this issue. For more information on how to catch fish at Lake of the Ozarks throughout the year, get a copy of the Lake of the Ozarks Fishing Guide available at www.jnoutdoors.com or call 573-365-4296. Convention and Visitors Bureau and various charities. Paul has been a contributor in the golf section of Lake Lifestyles Magazine since 2007. He is president of the Lake of the Ozarks Golf Council, Co-Director of the Lake of the Ozarks Junior Golf Association and on the board of the Gateway PGA of America.
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estled among the lush, timber-covered hills of the Ozark region, our Lake stretches from the quiet, secluded coves where homeowners sip coffee while enjoying the silence to the broad open channel with the sounds of 200 mph boats competing at the annual Shootout. Lake of the Ozarks stretches from the Bagnell Dam at the lower end to the Truman Dam. The Lake, made up of several distinct rivers, offers some of the most diverse recreational waters in the nation. It would take years, perhaps a lifetime, to know and understand the various and distinct settings along this waterway.
Those fortunate enough to live on Lake of the Ozarks yearround are the best ambassadors for what has been consistently recognized as America’s number-one recreational Lake. Among these are Annie Faulstich and her family. Not only is Annie raising a family on the Lake, she is a full-time ownerbroker at LakeFront Living Realty - Missouri, and was recently featured in an episode of HGTV’s Lake Front Bargain Hunter. In a recent interview with Annie, she explained her great enthusiasm for this Lake and revealed the ways she and her family live lake life to the fullest by grabbing every minute they can, even on the busiest of days. Annie and her husband, Jesse, both grew up on this Lake within two miles of each other, at opposite ends of the Grand Glaize Bridge. The old Glaize bridge had low hanging sections that she always felt she could reach up and touch. She said her family gave two long honks on the horn every time they went under the bridge. With both her and her husband recalling their childhood on our Lake, they pass those feelings on to their children in their everyday activities. She and her husband do that by jumping on the boat every chance they get, even if it is for only an hour. They may only go out for an ice cream run to Franky & Louie’s after dinner at home, or they just do what they call the “dam run” in the evening. Annie says the worries of the day melt away with some water and some tunes as they cruise. Sometimes they even do it twice. Annie says it really does put you in a different state of mind when you are on the open water.
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Aside from just being on the boat, Annie recalls her first specific memory as learning to ski at the age of four with her mom driving and her dad raising her out of the water telling her to “stand up.” Her husband says his first memory is of the old Grand Glaize Bridge. And like their parents, the Faulstich children, Garrett (nine) and Farrah (two), will have their own early boating memories. Garret enjoys picking up his buddies on the boat or just stopping at their docks to hang out for the weekend. Farrah has been on board with Mommy since she was born, and just like Mommy, has found naps on a boat are the best naps in the world. Also, she gets to meet new friends and hear live music at the waterfront establishments. What a great way to grow up! Annie says she fell in love with the lake life because of the feeling of true peace and contentment she has on a boat. Still today she enjoys that feeling of joy while on the water where she has time to reflect upon life’s blessings. She believes her children are falling in love with the Lake just as she did at that age. Annie says the way they have enjoyed the Lake over the last three decades has changed as time passes. They have had ski boats, cruisers, and fishing boats, but the best ever was what brought her favorite childhood memory from the summers of 1990-1992 when her family enjoyed a houseboat which her father bought and restored. Annie’s parents and her two older sisters, often with friends, would jump on the houseboat after work on Friday and not return to the dock until the last possible minute on Sunday evening. The family spent the whole weekend cruising the length of the Lake, trying new menu items at various waterfront restaurants, coving out in different places, and making new out-of-town friends. Annie says her husband jokes that a person really needs three boats for all occasions at the Lake. However, Annie says with a wide variety of friends and family they are able to enjoy all different types of boats on the Lake. And on a lake 16
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this large, there is room for all types of boating enthusiasts. Annie’s family enjoys a lakefront home near the 7-mile marker on the main channel where they love the view every day. She recognizes that the activity on the main channel may not be ideal for the weekend folks as they enjoy sitting on their docks, but for her full-time family, the week days and the off-season provide plenty of quiet water and calm moments. She adds that
there is no better place to raise a family than where you are able to run out your own back door and jump in the Lake. However, Annie and her family are quick to point out that life is not all water. Her husband has shown their son the joys of dirt bike trail riding near the Lake. Annie grew up showing horses which was possible for a Lake girl because of the equine trainers and facilities in central Missouri. This is a great big Lake with room for every interest and every person. But boats are the magnet that draws everyone to the Lake. A great view and easy access to their boat are the reasons more families are choosing waterfront homes. As a full-time realtor, Annie sells the Lake on a daily basis. Part of that process requires matching the potential buyer with the right environment as well as the right home. Often Annie provides boat tours of potential coves, properties and homes. Her knowledge gained as a member of a life-long boating family on Lake of the Ozarks places Annie in the super-ambassador category.
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Yes, this is the top end of boat gadgets, but we go out at night on this busy Lake and the ability to REALLY see in the dark is priceless. The Iris Night Pilot gyro stabilized thermal-imaging camera provides a fixed installation on any size boat. From motor yacht to day cruiser to bass boat, this camera turns night into day through the multi-function screen of the boat. Capable of seeing clearly in total darkness or dense fog, the system can show a vessel at a distance of one mile and a man in the water at about a halfmile. Available from boat-cameras.com. Boaters, like boats, come in sizes both large and small. But we all want to be the cool kid on the block. We hope one of these items is the next big thing on your vessel. Be safe and have fun.
Register before May 31, 2019 online at www.lakeoftheozarksshootout.org. Player: $125.00 Hole Host:
$75.00
Includes 18 holes of golf, cart and lunch Limited to 18 and must provide a giveaway for each golfer (est. 120)
Hole Sponsor: $100.00
Includes recognition at a designated hole
Bronze Sponsor: $400.00
Includes recognition at a designated hole, one player entry fee, one Shootout hat, one Shootout t-shirt and recognition on sponsor board
Silver Sponsor: $600.00
Includes recognition at a designated hole, two player entry fees, two Shootout hats, two Shootout t-shirts and recognition on sponsor board
Gold Sponsor: $1000.00
Includes recognition at a designated hole, four player entry fees, four Shootout hats, four Shootout Polos and recognition on sponsor board
For more information on sponsorships call Pam at 573-317-8126.
Proceeds benefit 8 Lake Area Fire Departments and 32 local Lake Area Charities. LAKENEWSONLINE.COM
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Outdoors
Spring marks best
fishing season STORY BY JOHN NEPORADNY JR.
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pring heralds the arrival of the best fishing season at Lake of the Ozarks for some of the Lake’s most sought-after gamefish. Visiting anglers who want to fish the prime time for Lake of the Ozarks bass, crappie and white bass should circle March and April on their calendars to plan for a trip to the Lake. March marks the prespawn stage for bass and crappie when the fish leave their wintertime haunts and make their move to the shallows in search of spawning banks. The spawn is usually on for bass, crappie and white bass somewhere on the Lake during April. Based on my experiences and information I have gathered from guides and other local experts for articles about Lake of the Ozarks’ fishing, here are patterns that produce bass, crappie and white bass during March and April.
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B E S T TAC T I C S In the early part of the month, heavyweight bass move up shallower on secondary points and transition banks where the shoreline changes from slab rocks to chunk rocks. The water is still cold, so the best tactics to try include slowly twitching a suspending stickbait or slow-rolling a magnum-size spinnerbait or Alabama rig. This is a prime time to catch that once-in-a-lifetime bass at the Lake. As the weather and water continues to warm during the month, greater numbers of bass will move up shallow along the secondary points and transition banks. The suspending stickbait will continue to catch bass and jigs with plastic craw trailers and crawfish-colored crankbaits also start to produce. By the end of the month, bass migrate to the transition banks of chunk rock to pea gravel where the crawfish-color crankbaits and jig-and-craw combos shine. Crappie move into brush piles 8 to 10 feet deep near the pea gravel spawning banks and stage there throughout most of the month. Limits of crappie can be taken from one brush pile on jigs or minnows if the piece of cover is near a good spawning bank.
M Y FAV O R I T E M O N T H If I could pick only one month to fish Lake of the Ozarks, April would be my choice. As the weather turns balmy the water temperature ranges from the mid-50’s to low 60’s and bass, crappie and white bass begin their spawning rituals in the shallows. With so many fish in the shallows at this time, the fishing gets a lot easier even for novice anglers. I have noticed throughout the years that crappie usually start spawning before the bass and white bass at the Lake. The best spots for finding spawning crappie are pea gravel
pockets that are sheltered from the wind. Spawning crappie can be found less than one foot deep in murky water and as deep as eight feet in clear water. The best techniques for catching bedding crappie are tossing a minnow or jig set one to three feet below a bobber to shallow brush piles or fan-casting a variety of soft plastic baits attached to 1/32- or 1/1s6-ounce jigs along the pea gravel banks. During early April, bass also move to the shallows of the pea gravel banks where crawfish-colored crankbaits and jigs continue to produce. Bass usually seek the same pea gravel pockets as crappie use to build spawning nests. The fish will also spawn at about the same depths as crappie depending on the water clarity. Once bass move onto the nests, the most productive lures then are a variety of soft plastic baits including plastic lizards, creature baits, beaver-style baits, floating worms, Senkos, Flukes and plastic tubes. Dragging a Carolina-rigged plastic lizard or walking a Zara Spook topwater lure along the sides of docks in the pea gravel pockets are great techniques to catch bigger female bass hanging out in deeper water. By the end of the month, throwing topwater lures to bass guarding fry produces the most exciting bass action of the year. White bass run up the Lake of the Ozarks tributaries such as the Little Niangua, Gravois, Little Gravois and the Grand Glaize to spawn along gravel shoals throughout April. Hundreds of white bass will congregate in the shallow riffles or the deeper holes below the riffles at about the same time the bass and crappie are spawning in the Lake. My favorite lure for catching spawning whites is a fire tiger floating Rapala, but you can also catch plenty of fish in the streams on Roostertails, Mepps spinners and Swimming Minnows.
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Golf
The Club at Porto Cima
Lake area golf professionals
“WHERE’S WALDO EDITION”
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BY PAUL LEAHY
any Lake area golf courses have seen personnel changes in late 2018 into 2019, and many familiar faces in the golf industry will be residing at a different facility this year. The relatively stable job market for golf professionals at the Lake saw numerous professionals change their zip code, so I thought we might want to get everyone caught up on where they landed. Let’s begin at Rolling Hills Country Club in Versailles where PGA Head Professional Steve Nolawski will be entering his 18th season serving his membership. Redfield Golf Course professional Drew Geritz will be entering his second season, and Osage National Golf Resort PGA Professionals Ryan Manselle, Larry Salsman and Josh Crowell remain overseeing this very popular facility. Eldon Golf Club PGA Professional Michael Cummings remains and will be beginning his 16th season serving the club in the Eldon community, and PGA Professional Jamie Martin will be beginning his 3rd season at Bear Creek Valley Golf Club.
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The Lodge of Four Seasons and The Club at Porto Cima have swapped some players and added some new ones. The Club at Porto Cima added longtime Lodge of Four Seasons PGA Professional Chris Lash to assist Josh Inman and Ryan DeHaan with the golf operation after Jon Cranes departure this past season. Filling Lash’s spot at the Lodge will be PGA Professional Dan Hilker. He most recently was the Head Professional and General Manager at Oak Hill Country Club in Rolla. PGA Professional Matt Dan Hilker Tausig remains the Director of Golf overseeing both the Cove and the Ridge and he is entering his 13th season at the Lodge. At the Oaks and Hidden Lakes golf facilities at Tan-Tar-A, soon to be the Margaritaville Lake Resort, PGA Professional Paul
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Leahy will be entering his 30th season at the facility. PGA Professional Perry Wergin and Associate Professional Henry England remain and rounding out the staff is Andrea “Andi” Taylor who relocated after 18 years at Lake Valley Country Club. She is coming back to where she began her golf career — at the Oaks. Relocating to the Club at Deer Chase from the Oaks after the passing of longtime PGA Professional Marv Boegler is Spencer Wilson. He will be entering his first full season at the helm after taking over in mid-2018. Old Kinderhook Resort remains in good hands with PGA Professionals Jason Woods and Shane Blankenship leading the team alongside golf shop manager and lake legend Kevin Harrell. The Lake Valley Golf Club went through several changes as golf professional Andrea Taylor relocated in mid-2018, and Lodge of the Four Seasons golf professional Mick Jones replaced her at Lake Valley. Later in the year PGA Professional Todd Nicklas Mick Jones stepped down as General Manager to focus on the family business, and Jones was promoted to General Manager. Taking over as the head Golf
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Professional will be longtime PGA Professional Robert Wilson who is moving across the street from Old Kinderhook. Previously Rob was the head Golf Professional at the Dogwood Hills Golf Resort for 10 years before heading to Old Rob Wilson Kinderhook. PGA Professional Steve Belton, who over his 30 years as a Golf Professional at the Lake has called Tan-Tar-A, Osage National and Old Kinderhook home during his career, has relocated closer to family as head professional and General Manger at the Piney Valley Golf Course at Ft. Leonard Wood. Rounding out our who’s where is Chris Jackson who remains the General Manager and Golf Course Superintendent at Indian Rock Golf Club. The golf professionals of today wear many hats at their facilities and it is exciting to see movement and opportunity for advancement in our area. Please welcome these new faces to the Lake, continue to support those who have relocated to new facilities as well as the many long-term golf professionals that make our golfing community special. Here’s to an early spring and plenty of beautiful weather to enjoy the links!
Golf Destination
My rt l e Be ac h WORLD RENOWNED
BY PAUL LEAHY
Arguably the largest and most well known golf destination in the world, Myrtle Beach, S.C. boasts an estimated 98,500 rooms at 400-plus properties and 80 golf courses to choose from. All the properties are geared toward a buddies golf trip with full kitchens, spacious accommodations, the golf course and ocean-front views. Rates vary depending on the season and a la carte’ tee times can be made, but the vast majority of trips are booked as packages with room and golf booked together. From Missouri, it is roughly a 1,000 mile journey by land but the Myrtle Beach airport has significantly expanded in recent years doubling their gate capacity to 13. I wasn’t able to locate any direct flights from Missouri but many one-stop flights are reasonable and can get you their without the drive time. Shipping your clubs via companies such as Ship Sticks is an easy and affordable way to get your clubs to and from your destination. This is one of those trips that two or three days is not enough, and many lodging packages throw in a free round the longer you stay. With 80 courses available, where do you start? Courses range from basic to many name designer courses that have consistently ranked among the top 100 public courses in the U.S. Possibly the greatest course designer of all time, Robert Trent Jones Sr., designed The Dunes in 1948 which has stood the test of time. It is still considered a must play, having
hosted a Women’s U.S. Open, six Senior Tour Championships and numerous PGA Tour qualifying finals. Jack Nicklaus has put his name on two gems: The Long Bay Club and Pawley’s Plantation. One of the most challenging courses in the area, Long Bay will test the best players with a slope rating of 137. Pawley’s has been rated by Golf Digest as one of the best in the area. Pete Dye has put his name on three courses including the renowned Barefoot Resort Dye Course. His other designs, the Legends Moorland and Whispering Pines, are equally as good and well known. Tom Fazio has designed two of the most popular and well known courses with Barefoot Resort’s Fazio course and the TPC of Myrtle Beach. The TPC course is now the permanent home of the Senior PGA Tour Championship. In the last 40 years Fazio has been the most influential course designer in the country and his courses are a treat to play. Arnold Palmer’s presence is felt with three signature Palmer designs in the area. King’s North is one of the top courses in the U.S. and was named South Carolina’s course of the year in 1997. Over its 25 years it is still one of the most requested and played courses in the area. Palmer also has his name on Myrtle Beach National South Creek and the West Course at Myrtle Beach National. Besides the Fazio and Dye courses at Barefoot Resort, Greg Norman has also put his
The Dunes Golf & Beach Club has everything you would want — a Robert Trent Jones designed golf course and an oceanfront beach and pool. PHOTO PROVIDED BY THE MYRTLE BEACH AREA CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU
signature to the Greg Norman Course at Barefoot Resort. Three other major champions have their names on courses in the area with Gary Player’s Blackmoor Golf Course, Davis Love’s Loves Course at Barefoot Resort and John Daly’s Wicked Stick. Spring is the most popular time in Myrtle Beach, but anytime you can get away and play golf in this area is a must. Get your friends together and start planning your getaway. The professionals at www.myrtlebeachgolfpackages.com, www.golfpackagecentral. com, www.yourgolfpackage.com and www. golfzoo.com can help with all the details. Spend a few hours researching the courses you want to play. That’s half the fun of the trip. Get a quote from one of the professional Myrtle Beach golf packagers and let them handle the rest. Whether you fly or drive your visit to South Carolina will be worth every penny! Paul Leahy is a PGA Golf Professional and the director of Golf at Tan-Tar-A Resort. LAKENEWSONLINE.COM
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Day Trips
The Rocheport Tunnel is a picturesque part of the Katy Trail. The trailhead provides maps so you can plan out your trip.
TINY TOWNS
STORY COMPILED BY KAREN THORNTON
Qua i nt dest i nat ion s per fec t for a spr i n g road t r ip There are a lot of reasons to visit a big city. They have it all — diversity, the arts, five-star dining and access to everything, but they just don’t have the kind of charm and seclusion that small towns have to offer. History, peace and quiet, and a slower pace are just a few of the reasons to visit one of these small-town destinations. If you are looking to get away for the afternoon, or to spend the night somewhere off the grid, here are a few places you might want to consider for your next road trip. PHOTOS PROVIDED BY THE MISSOURI DIVISION OF TOURISM
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ROCHEPORT Population: 244
Often designated as one of the coolest small towns, Rocheport makes for a great getaway close to home. This little spot on the map is a step back in time for a little peace and tranquility away from the fast paced world around us. The Katy Trail is a major draw, considered by many to be the most scenic bike trail. You can even camp alongside the 237-mile trail stretching across most of the state of Missouri. Ideal for hiking, running or cycling (on just about any kind of bike). In the fall when the trees are bare, you have a clearer view of the river, bluffs and the countryside. AND if you don’t have a bike, check out bike rentals at several locations. If you don’t want to peddle, you can always take a guided scenic canoe trip with Mighty MO Canoe Rental. So, visiting Rocheport any time of the year is a great outdoor adventure. Wine enthusiasts are sure to make a stop at Les Bourgeois Vineyard & Winery. A family-owned business, it is the third largest winery in the state. They feature a wine garden and an amazing bistro restaurant overlooking the bluffs along the Missouri River with a spectacular sunset view. They offer tours, and of course, wine tasting. They are just one of Missouri’s winery’s on a “Wine Trail Tour.”
Be sure and save the date for the third weekend in September for the annual Rocheport Wine Stroll. If you want to spend the night in Rocheport, consider staying at one of the lovely bed and breakfast inns. I personally love the experience of visiting with the hosts. People don’t open a B&B unless they are friendly and wanting to share about where they live. There are onsite innkeepers who provide freshly-prepared complimentary guest breakfasts. Most of the hosts will house your bikes when you take your walk through the quaint town. Once you settle in your room, there are many great spots to visit. If you like shopping in a (“I want to touch everything store”) relaxed atmosphere, the quaint shops are close together for a friendly shopping experience. The Rocheport General Store has a café, known as the gathering place featuring live, local band music on Friday and Saturday nights. Also, a friendly bartender who can tell you the town’s history in the time it takes you to have a glass of wine. Did you know, Rocheport even has a cooking school? Yates House Cooking School holds their classes on the weekends with as little as two to eight people. What fun!
Make sure to grab a bite to eat at the Meriwether Café and Bike Shop before you head out in Rocheport. The menu made up of simple scratch cooking with locally-sourced ingredients.
AUGUSTA Population: 300
This small town has huge attractions and is secretly one of the best places in Missouri. It is located off of a two-lane highway just under a three hour drive from the Lake, and less than an hour from St. Louis. Small country roads lead to this secluded town full of natural beauty that will take your breath away. (A photographers paradise.) You’ll have an amazing time touring wineries, shopping for antiques, and dining at some of the best restaurants when you visit Augusta! In the heart of this tiny town, you will find antique and specialty shops. It features more of the Katy Trail, as well as the Lewis & Clark Trail. Of course you can rent a bike and grab a map, or engage one of the trail guides. Augusta is also home to Klondike Park which is 250 acres of scenic beauty, perfect for camping and hiking. It’s my understanding that the park will take reservations. It is a busy park so campsite and reservations provide you with a better spot. You can bike to Augusta from the campsite. Check out the Missouri State Park website for information. TOP: You will be impressed by the menu at The Silly Goose in Augusta. The farm-to-table cuisine is a mix of Creole, French and Southern comfort foods. LEFT: The Apple Gate Inn Bed & Breakfast is located in historic downtown Augusta, just one block from the Katy Trail. RIGHT: Lodging, wineries, restaurants, coffee houses and bike rental can all be found near the Augusta Trailhead along the Katy Trail. Depending on how far you want to go, you can visit other towns along the trail including St. Charles (28.9 miles) and Hermann (34.5 miles). LAKENEWSONLINE.COM
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The town was founded in 1836 by Leonard Harold, one of the settlers that followed Daniel Boone to Saint Charles County. Many of the buildings and homes date back to the late 1800s. Step into history and enjoy a visit to the home of Daniel Boone. The beautiful setting represents life in the early 1800s. There is a simulated town, comprised of more than a dozen 19th century buildings for you to visit. There are seven wineries in Augusta, beating out Napa Valley in 1980, designated as the “First United States Wine District.” The wineries are open daily, year-round for tasting, tours, picnics and special events. Nestled in the nation’s first designated viticultural area, with specific characteristics to a grape growing region. Which is why the vineyards are so beautiful and the wine tasting is the best. You can bring your own picnic basket, purchase a bottle of Missouri wine or just enjoy the day. The Augusta Brewing Company & Beer Garden is located on the Katy Trail. With Augusta’s strong German heritage, there always has been a love of great beers. Their hope is to revive the tradition serving their
own beer in this unique setting. This is a small microbrewery where you can also grab a bite to eat. So whether you’re looking to rough it or kick up your feet and relax, you can do it all in Augusta.
LEXINGTON
Population: 4,726
This town may not be considered tiny, but its historic areas and long history takes you back to the 1840s. It feels small strolling down the streets were wagon trains once rolled and shops are located in buildings that are more than 170 years old. Once an outfitting post for the
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Santa Fe and Oregon trails, Lexington is also known for the Battle of Lexington State Historic Site & Anderson House preserve, the site of a fiercely contested Civil War battlefield. Remnants of trenches can still be seen in the site’s 100 acres, and the house, though restored beautifully, still shows damage from the battle. A much newer draw in Lexington is wine: There are five wineries in Lexington’s Lafayette County. Take a tour of four National Historic Districts by taking a self-guided walking or driving tour. Victorian homes, and sites along the Santa Fe Trail are among the highlights. You can stay in the Linwood Lawn, known as the finest antebellum mansion west of the Mississippi, or schedule a historical tour. Lexington is an hour and a half west of Columbia.
The Lafayette County Courthouse in Lexington was built in 1847, making it the oldest courthouse in continuous use west of the Mississippi River. A cannonball is embedded in one of the courthouse’s columns from the Civil War Battle of Lexington fought in September of 1861.
WESTON
Population: 1,784
A booming river port in the 1800s, Weston shows off its history covering 22 blocks of the town’s downtown. If you are looking for an authentic soda fountain, want to walk through an orchard or visit one of the oldest breweries in the country, you’ve found the right place. The area includes 91 historic homes and buildings that house wineries, museums, a community theater, boutiques and many other businesses where you can relax and have fun. A visit to Farmers’ House is a must to pick up farm-to-table products such as vegetables, fruit, honey, cheese and home items. Of course no visit would be complete without a visit to the Coal House Saloon. Weston even has a cigar lounge with more than 600 different types of cigars, if that’s your thing. In the winter,
the Weston Bend State Park and Snow Creek attracts outdoor enthusiasts for skiing, snowboarding and tube sledding. Weston sits just minutes north of Kansas City’s International Airport.
Weston is a unique town that is considered one of the best day trips in Missouri. The variety of shops, restaurants, a brewery and pub, wineries, museums and entertainment draw people to enjoy this pre-Civil War town.
LEFT: The Weston Bend State Park is located not far from Kansas City, but far enough to enjoy a secluded picnic or camping site. RIGHT: Holladay Distillery, located in Weston, offers tours to showcase its rich history. It was founded in 1856 by the Holladay brothers and in 1974 the original site of the distillery was added to the National Register of Historic Places.
KIMMSWICK Population: 158
If you plan to make a trip to Kimmswick, don’t go on a Monday. All shops and restaurants are closed. Located about 25 miles south of St. Louis in Jefferson County, the town has a number of unique businesses. You can visit the Anheuser Busch Museum & Estate, the Mastadon State Historic Site, or take a riverboat cruise. Whether it’s the Strawberry Festival, the Apple Butter Festival or one of the many other events the town hosts, you’d be surprised what this small town has to offer.
The Blue Owl Restaurant and Bakery is famous for home-cooked meals and specialty desserts, like the Levee High Caramel Pecan Apple Pie. This pie is made with 18 hand-peeled and handsliced apples and has been featured on the Food Network and Travel Channel. Hundreds of people stop by the bakery every day but an online store is available for anyone who wants one of the dozens of pies, cheesecakes and other desserts delivered to their door. For more information on what the town offers, make sure to stop by the Kimmswick Visitor Center for information and maps.
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RISIN G STARS STORIES COMPILED BY CHARIS PATIRES PHOTOGRAPHY BY ALAN WOHLGEMUT
Determination. Ambition. Hard work. Perseverance. Those are just some of the characteristics these 11 young business professionals have in common. They’ve overcome challenges, started up businesses, taken over companies and are proving they have the skills to be the next generation of leaders. All under the age of 40, the Rising Stars share their stories and tell us what has made them a success at Lake of the Ozarks. Read their full interviews online at www.lakenewsonline.com/lake-lifestyles-magazine
Mackenna Bennett | 22 Owner of Relevé Dance Academy
Background: Started dancing at Relevé Dance Academy, under the direction of Kim Generally, when she was eight years old. Began teaching at the studio when she was 16, and continued to teach at Relevé while attending the University of Missouri, Columbia. While at Mizzou, she was a member and choreographer for the Golden Girls.
What skills/characteristics do you have that have allowed you to succeed? My experience with the Golden Girls really helped lead me to the career that I am blessed to have! In my industry relationships are everything. My clients are families and kids, so personal relationships and connections to my customers has helped me to better serve them and their needs. Patience and compassion are necessary when working with children, and those characteristics have created such a special bond between my students and I.
What has been the biggest challenge and how have you overcome it? The dance studio business is built upon passion and creativity. Therefore it is an emotionally-driven business that can be hard to asses with clarity when setting/striving for goals and/or dealing with conflict. Balancing that creativity with structure can be a challenge, but is essential for staying on track for sustainable progression.
Biggest accomplishment? One of my proudest moments is when my dance piece “Two Roads,” danced by the advanced Relevé dancers, achieved the overall highest score at a dance competition. They scored the highest out of 400 different routines. It was such an amazing moment for my students, and seeing their hard work pay off like that is just priceless. Another moment that was pivotal in my career was staging the production of “The Wizard of Oz” in June of 2018, alongside my sister and co-worker Kendal Surdyke. We created something that elicited such a positive reaction from our community, and it left us all so inspired!
What is the secret to your success? Hard work and focus. I grew up watching my parents work so hard in the boating industry and was taught at a very young age that anything worth having in life requires dedication and hard work. I started working for my parent’s business during the summers when I was 14. I learned how to carry myself professionally, work with others, deal with costumer conflict, and witnessed firsthand how a successful business is supposed to run. Working boat rentals and the gas dock on a 4th of July weekend at the Lake will teach you some VERY valuable customer service skills!
Future goals? Expansion and accessibility. I would love to expand so I can better serve the community and their desires for the art of dance in the Lake area. I am also trying create more accessibility through the scholarship program we have in the works. Supplying the gift of dance to those that usually would not be able to receive it is a huge goal of mine.
Advice for other young professionals? Don’t let anyone tell you your dreams or goals are out of reach or too big. Ambition is necessary for success. LAKENEWSONLINE.COM
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Julie Bradbury | 32 Owner of Anytime Fitness in Osage Beach, Jefferson City and Lebanon
Background: Bachelor’s degree from College of Charleston in exercise science and master’s degree in exercise science from Southeast Missouri State.
What skills/characteristics do you have that have allowed you to succeed? I think my education has played a big part. It’s very easy to become a personal trainer these days, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that a person is actually qualified. I have an extensive education in anatomy, kinesiology, and biomechanics — which are fancy ways to say that I’ve learned about how the body works and moves. I’ve studied how exercise can be used to help not only “healthy people,” but how it can be used to treat disease, illness, injuries, etc. I think this helps me understand where our members are coming from and what we can do to help them meet their goals. I am a very compassionate person. I truly care about others and want to do everything in my capability to help them better themselves.
What has been the biggest challenge and how have you overcome it? My biggest challenge is trying to balance “doing it all.” As a young business owner, I am trying to raise my family and grow my business at the same time. While it is a daily battle, I couldn’t do what I do without an amazing support system. We have amazing teams at each of our clubs that handle the day to day responsibilities, and I couldn’t do it all without them. My husband, family, and friends are also always ready to step in to help with my son or any other needs.
Biggest accomplishment? My biggest accomplishments are in the small successes I see with our members and my personal training clients. They are the reason I’m in this business and when I hear their success stories it makes it all worth it! Their stories range from getting a good report from their doctor, to coming off medication, to losing weight, to being able to balance long enough to get dressed without sitting down. Hearing about their accomplishments is the thing that makes me proudest professionally.
What is the secret to your success? Our success has come from putting in a lot of hard work, long hours and dedication. I treat my business like one of my babies: I give it a lot of attention, love, sweat and tears!
Future goals? This year we are focused on perfecting our day-to-day systems and experiences. Our company has continued to grow over the past few years, and now it’s time to focus on making our clubs the best that they can be. This means focusing on the details of what we do every day to ensure our members are having the best possible experience.
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Ciarra Dobbs | 26 Insurance agent and owner of Senior Insurance Solutions
Background: A true Lake native, born at Lake Regional hospital and a School of the Osage alumni. She grew up working on gas docks and swimming in the Lake. After graduating from Westminster College with a degree in business and communication, she returned to the Lake and has been a licensed insurance agent for six years. In 2018, she started her own agency specializing in Medicare.
What skills/characteristics do you have that have allowed you to succeed? A combination of ambition and genuineness. I truly care about, not only the best interests of my clients, but also them as people. People respect being relatable, and investing and caring past what you can sell them or the money you can make off of them. At the end of the day, I do my best to build a relationship and develop a friendship that goes a little deeper than just being their “Medicare lady,” and I feel l have succeeded in that. I have gained a lot of new clients but more importantly, many new friends. I’m honored to know them. Behind the scenes, ambition is a huge contributor to my success. I have been raised by entrepreneurial parents who have built successful businesses from the ground up. It has always been a goal of mine to follow in their footsteps and make them proud.
What has been the biggest challenge and how have you overcome it? Learning that it’s okay to not win them all. It’s been a lesson I’ve learned since starting my business. Not everyone is going to pick me to be their agent. Some people will doubt me because of my age, some people are going to “click” better with someone else. And that’s okay. The people who are meant to cross my path will. For every “no” there are 10 “yes’s” out there waiting. Go find the yes’s! Don’t dwell on the no’s.
Biggest accomplishment? Having “Owner/CEO” behind my name.
What is the secret to your success? I honestly don’t think there is a secret to success. It takes grit. Old fashioned hard work. And for me, that’s what makes the success so much more humbling and rewarding. I am building the foundation of a long-lasting business but I started at zero. Hard work is the key to success, but that is no secret.
Future goals? To be known as “that Medicare gal.” I want the people of the Lake area to know the services I provide and how I can help them. I want my marketing footprint to be strong enough to pull that off. Also, have a family, see new places, make great memories! Live life on my terms and in the best way — we only get one go at it.
Advice for other young professionals? Take a chance on YOU. I had so many doubts and talked myself out of starting my own business pretty much every way possible. But looking back now, the hardest part about the entire process was having the courage to try. Taking a chance on myself has been the single best decision I have ever made in my life. I would encourage other young people out there with the entrepreneurial itch to do the same thing. You won’t regret it. LAKENEWSONLINE.COM
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Michael Duncan | 39 Store manager of Duncan Diamonds and Fine Jewelry
Background: School of the Osage graduate, bachelor’s in general business with emphasis in finance from Missouri State University. What skills/characteristics do you have that have allowed you to succeed? If I said I remembered my first day working at Duncan Jewelry I would be wrong. I guess you could say I was born into the business. My first memory of any semblance of a job is picking up cigarette butts in the parking lot for a penny a piece. It was the 80s, and it seems like every other person must have smoked based on the number of pennies I earned. I was a hard-working kid and stuck with it through those humble beginnings. Over the years I have thought about how beneficial that experience was as a lesson learned. I still keep a clean parking lot to this day. I thoroughly enjoy the jewelry business and I have never really wanted to be anything other than a jeweler.
What has been the biggest challenge and how have you overcome it? We have been able to thrive in the face of adversity by sticking to our core values. Every customer that we are fortunate enough to have walk in our door has a certain expectation in mind. My team feels that if we can meet and exceed those expectations, we can be successful and help strengthen the community in some way. We place such an emphasis on customer service. I want the Lake area to continue to thrive, and to do that the customer service industry at Lake of the Ozarks must keep bringing people back and attracting new faces by providing a positive and satisfying experience.
Biggest accomplishment? The one that stands out the most is when it became clear that I had earned the amount of trust from my parents that it would take to assume almost all responsibilities of operating their business. That is something that I don’t take lightly and continually strive to reinforce the confidence that they have in me.
What is the secret to your success? For me it has been the old adage “slow and steady wins the race.” It has always worked for me. I find it helpful to remember this while taking my time with important decisions and move forward methodically. I always try to do what I think is the right thing, and believe it will guide me through difficult situations. Being relatable is something else that helps me work towards success. My broad array of interests helps me gain a bit of knowledge on something that can help me connect with almost anyone. I think there are keys to success and for me the key is to do what I do best, and do it the very best I can every day.
Future goals? Purchase the business from my parents and continue to develop and adapt to the changing times. Increased community involvement is a future goal of mine that is taking on an elevated role in my life. I want to be able to donate more time and resources to causes that will benefit the Lake.
Advice for other young professionals? Surround yourself with good people, and actively choose to have a positive attitude. Be nice to everyone you come in contact with. You never know what someone else might have on their plate. A sincere smile and some empathy go a long way. 36
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Cierra Grein | 29 Owner of The Grein Team powered by Keller Williams Lake Ozark Realty
Background: Born and raised in the real estate industry and Lake Ozark local. Parents owned their owned real estate team for over 30 years. Her childhood was spent doing open houses and showing property with her parents, and working the front desk at an early age. At the age of 18 she received her real estate license, and in 2017 obtained her brokers license. Moved to Kansas City for college and worked at a large real estate team for four years. She took a sabbatical after college to travel and explore working as a deckhand on sailboats, catamarans, and yachts and lived in an ashram studying and practicing yoga. She returned to the Lake to pursue her dreams of having a mega real estate team, and now works with her Mom, Tonia.
What skills/characteristics do you have that have allowed you to succeed? Having a positive mindset and not being afraid of failure. Obstacles are necessary for success because in selling and all careers, victory comes only after many struggles and countless defeats. Each rebuff is an opportunity to move forward. Time is the most precious commodity, so I have learned to be present in all my conversations and actions. If you are present and fully engaged you can give whatever you are doing your 100 percent. I am always trying to come from contribution in my personal and business relationships. And being a constant learner so I can be an expert in my industry.
What has been the biggest challenge and how have you overcome it? My biggest challenge has been time management. When you have so much going on and so many moving parts it’s hard to stay focused. I have learned it’s more powerful to say “no” to things instead of “yes” all the time. You can’t give your 100 percent when you have made too many commitments. Leaning how to protect my time and not let my schedule run me.
Biggest accomplishment? Going independent and starting my own real estate team. It made me learn every detail of being an entrepreneur and business owner. It challenged me to build a strong foundation and implement systems and models that will set myself and other team members up for success.
What is the secret to your success? Being true to myself and living a healthy lifestyle. Our bodies are our vessels and we must take care of them and do regular maintenance to make sure that vessel can take you to reach your highest goals.
Future goals? Having a nationally-ranked real estate company. Purchasing real estate investment properties all around the world. Being a motivational and public speaker to the public about real estate, and health and wellness. Make a positive difference in the world.
Advice for other young professionals? You, as a human being, have an inherit meaning. You are a meaningful being and have an obligation to yourself and others to be true to yourself and be the best version of yourself. Be a good human! LAKENEWSONLINE.COM
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Kalise Lischwe | 30 Owner of Kali’a Maluhia SUP Yoga, group fitness instructor at SQeZ Juice and Health
Background: My love for yoga and the water inspired me to combine the two and open a paddleboard yoga business to share my passion with others. Completed teacher training in April 2017 at the SUP Yoga Center in Saint Augustine, Fla. and in November 2017 studied at Voler Aerial Arts in Kansas City Mo. to receive an Aerial Teacher Training certificate.
What skills/characteristics do you have that have allowed you to succeed? I have an ability to take people out of their traditional fitness comfort zone and challenge them to learn what their bodies are capable of. A friend of mine has called me a “balcony person.” She said “sometimes you will meet people in the basement of your life trying to bring you down. Other times you meet people in the balcony of your life cheering you on and raising you up even higher, trying to bring out the best in everyone around them.” I would like to think that is a true description of who I am, not only with my friends but also in my business as an instructor trying to bring out the best in my students. It has always been my motto that fitness is a journey not a competition, and I will be here on the balcony for each of my students cheering them on.
What has been the biggest challenge and how have you overcome it? When I started my business I didn’t want to think like a small business. I wanted to make things happen and deliver an experience. I call it finding bliss on the water. Flying through the air in a bungee fitness class or in the aerial cocoon. My mentality at first didn’t match my teaching confidence. I knew the material but finding my voice as a teacher takes time, practice and finding a flow that sets you apart from other instructors can be a difficult journey. I practiced, practiced, practiced by taking videos of me teaching fake classes and running through them. Several friends let me practice with them on the water and at SQeZ Juice and Health. I started showing up in class as a yoga human not a robot. I realized my authentic style won’t be for everyone and that’s okay. I attract the students who are meant to be there!
Biggest accomplishment? My proudest moments have been continued growth throughout the years. The first year I started with six yoga paddleboards and had a successful season. I added three more the second season. At SQeZ Juice I’ve opened the first aerial hammock yoga classes and bungee fitness classes at the Lake. I’ve enjoy seeing the word getting out in the community and growing larger every year.
What is the secret to your success? Embracing and knowing my value, openness to learning from my mistakes and keeping my mindset on where I want to be. What you think you become!
Future goals? I’m currently working on adding a paddleboard yoga weekend retreat, providing additional local workshops, and a few years down the road I want to add Acro Teacher Training to my education.
Advice for other young professionals? You can manifest anything you put out into the universe. Have confidence, know your value, work hard and believe in what you are bringing to your community. 38
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Nathan Reid | 36 Insurance agent and owner of Reid & Associates, LLC - American Family Insurance
Background: Started with American Family in 2011 in Jefferson City as an agent in training mentoring. When Jerry Frank retired in 2012, American Family asked Nathan to come to Osage Beach and take over the agency at the Lake. Associates degree from State Fair Community College; a bachelor’s degree in sports management & business administration, and a MEd in athletic administration, both from William Woods University. What skills/characteristics do you have that have allowed you to succeed? A strong work ethic, leadership to guide our team of agents, care and compassion that our clients are covered properly, and a competitive spirit to give it our best effort every day.
What has been the biggest challenge and how have you overcome it? A healthy work/life balance is always a challenge. I’m blessed to have a wonderful wife, a four-year old, twin two-year olds, and another one on the way, so making sure I’m there for my family is a main priority. To achieve this balance, we have replaced receptionist positions with full-service licensed agents, so our clients are always taken care of, even when I’m with family, in a business meeting, or working remotely outside of the office.
Biggest accomplishment? Earning the 1000 App Club Award because it embodies everything that we have been working towards. When we started in 2012 we helped 300+ new clients per year. We are now helping 1,000+ new clients each year, plus helping 4,000 existing clients with all of their insurance needs. It makes me so proud of our team. It takes a team of business professionals working together to help so many people.
What is the secret to your success? A strong team and treating each client like they’re your only client. I’m constantly looking at ways to improve our business and help our clients. One example of this was in 2018 when we opened up a second office location so that we would be closer and more convenient for our clients, giving them an office in Lake Ozark and one in Osage Beach.
Future goals? Our immediate goals are to continue helping as many people in the community as possible. We will be assisting more business owners with their business insurance, as there are a lot that we’ve found that are uninsured or underinsured currently who need our help. We will also be helping more families realize the importance, necessity, and benefits of life insurance. Then, we may need to hire additional agents so that as our client base grows, we can continue providing an excellent customer experience. As we grow, we may need to look at the possibility of a third office location so that we can even better serve the entire Lake community.
Advice for other young professionals? Write down your goals and what you want to achieve in five years, and how you can get there. Don’t burn any bridges. Whether it’s a relationship where you are a customer or in a job situation, be gracious for the opportunity and know that it’s just part of the journey. People change, situations change, jobs change, companies change, locations change. That person you may not agree with today may be your biggest customer years later. LAKENEWSONLINE.COM
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Rob Shields | 31 Owner of NautiFish Rum Bar and Missouri Grown ReLeaF
Background: Started NautiFish six years ago when he came to the Lake area with his parents to start a business with them and be closer to his grandmother. Since that time, he has purchased the restaurant from them, so they could retire. He has a bachelor’s in business and marketing from Wall College of Business from Coastal Carolina University. He co-founded the Lake of the Ozarks Idiot’s Club, a non-profit that supports youth in the Lake area. He opened Missouri Grown ReLeaF in 2019, and is striving to become the largest vertically-integrated medical/recreational marijuana company in Missouri. Their goal is to help people in need, decrease opioid abuse and educate the community on the health benefits of cannabis.
What skills/characteristics do you have that have allowed you to succeed? First and foremost, I am a people person. I really enjoy the interaction and friendships. I understand that in the hospitality industry, it is what separates my business from the rest. I promote listening, interacting, and becoming friends with customers and staff. I always have my eyes and ears open for ways I can help to grow the community. I recognize the value of job creation for the area and take personal responsibility to mentor disadvantaged youth. We employ 30-40 people during the season, and I take pride in training and developing employees, not only to work in the restaurant, but to provide life skills. I also feel that setting an example by traveling and exploring encourages continued education at every opportunity.
What has been the biggest challenge and how have you overcome it? Keeping up with the ever-evolving restaurant and entertainment industry at the Lake. We maintained our status and cliental by continuing to learn better practices, improve our facility and stay true to our values.
Biggest accomplishment? Some of my proudest moments have been seeing my staff grow from high school kids in Camdenton, to young adults in college. Getting to be there through the process is very rewarding. And getting though our last reality TV show. We were a part of two shows produced by major networks. One was based on the kitchen and cooking aspect of the restaurant, and the other is based on life at Lake of the Ozarks. Those were big projects.
What is the secret to your success? Staying true to our values, friends, family and the best customers at the Lake. To be honest, I couldn’t have done any of this without the help of my family and customers who I now call best friends and family.
Future goals? Keep improving NautiFish and learning better practices.
Advice for other young professionals? Network, network, network.
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Erik Svoboda | 39 Principal and owner of Rock Island Insurance and owner of ReeceNichols Lake of the Ozarks.
Backround: Grew up and graduated high school in Nebraska. Joined the military and was in the service for seven years. Moved to the Lake of the Ozarks and worked at Village Marina and MarineMax as a boat salesman. Became a licensed insurance agent and has been in the business for 11 years. Opened Rock Island Insurance in 2016. In 2018, he acquired ReeceNichols which is managed by his father, Frank. What skills/characteristics do you have that have allowed you to succeed? I’m very sociable, very likable, very promised and upfront and I get along with everybody. I haven’t met a stranger. I’m straightforward and honest. I find it very difficult, and I don’t see the point, in lying. It’s way harder than being upfront. I also work hard. Growing up in a small town and on a farm I believe had a large impact on my life. The farm and military background helped establish my work ethic.
What has been the biggest challenge and how have you overcome it? Starting new. It’s a big challenge — just working hard and knowing that I’m going to make it … have to make it. And continuing to know every day I’m going to make things happen. When I was offered the opportunity to purchase ReeceNichols, I really didn’t know much about real estate. There’s been a lot of learning but I really enjoy that. We’ve been able to keep all of our realtors and have implemented a lot.
Biggest accomplishment? Outside of my family and children, having my own business is exciting and very rewarding.
What is the secret to your success? It might be cliché but hard work. Treating people like they want to be treated. Knowing that not everything is not going to go your way and that is okay too. It comes back to being honest and upfront with people. Even if it’s something you know they don’t want to hear.
Future goals? Our goals are to create the best possible work environment where people are excited to be, and clients are overwhelmed with customer service at both Rock Island Insurance and ReeceNichols.
Advice for other young professionals? Do it. Go for it. It’s hard but it’s worth it. I wish I would have done it sooner. Find your niche. Find what you like and what you are passionate about. I know it’s crazy, but I like insurance. Almost every day is different and I learn something new. LAKENEWSONLINE.COM
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Mike Swift | 34 Licensed realtor, co-founder and creator of the Get Down Guide Magazine, co-founder of Sky Vibes Drone Video & Photography
Background: Grew up in Eureka, Mo. and played football at Westminster College in Fulton on academic and athletic scholarships. Moved to the Lake and became general manager of the new Horny Toad Entertainment Complex, then the GM at Shady Gators opening one of the first pool bars in the Lake area, Lazy Gators. Hired to coordinate and promote events and parties at Franky & Louie’s, Tucker’s Shuckers and Paradise. Received real estate license in 2015. What skills/characteristics do you have that have allowed you to succeed? The time I spent promoting events, parties, bars and creating the Get Down Guide I wouldn’t trade for anything. The knowledge, patience, and support from great people I met along the way have had a huge impact on my success. I’ve learned through all of this that I hate losing, and will do everything in my power to learn from my mistakes and overcome them. Clara Decker has been with me every step of the way, from opening and running Lazy Gators to entering one of the most cut-throat businesses to be in at the Lake. We have taken the blueprint we learned from our experience in the bar business and applied it to real estate. We try our very best to be “extra” in everything we do. Our goal is to use our extensive knowledge in video, photography and use social media to promote a property. In three short years, we have grown the largest social media following on both Facebook and Instagram out of any other team at the Lake and use that to showcase and market all of our listings.
What has been the biggest challenge and how have you overcome it? Knowing a lot of fun people is a blessing and a curse. There is never a shortage of amazing people asking you to hang out or do something extraordinary, especially during the summer. It’s so important to have fun, but the hardest part is knowing how to walk that fine line between productivity and a good time.
Biggest accomplishment? My biggest accomplishment was taking the idea of the Get Down Guide from scribbles on a bar napkin at 3 a.m. and turning it into a 120page publication that promotes over 40 bars, restaurants and events at the Lake of the Ozarks. It has become the number one party publication at the Lake with over 10,000 copies printed every year. Growing up in St. Louis County, the Lake was always such a magical place to me, so it’s been amazing to be able to have an impact on it.
What is the secret to your success? Clara Decker! It’s been great transitioning from the restaurant and bar business into real estate with her. It’s so important to have someone on your side that pushes you to be the best version of yourself. I’m pretty excited about our future in real estate at the Lake.
Future goals? To be the number one real estate team at Lake of the Ozarks.
Advice for other young professionals? Take risks even if you fail. Failure is a part of the process. Know that no matter how great the idea is execution is everything. Spend zero percent of your time on things that don’t matter. And no matter what you do, put in the work. Work smart and be patient. 42
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Jaimie Wheat | 37 Director of Medical/Surgical Services at Lake Regional Health Systems
Background: Started with Lake Regional in 2004 as a receptionist at the Camdenton Medical Center. Offered a chance to cross train as a medical assistant with providers, knowing that a nursing career was the end goal. Started a second job at a local nursing home to obtain C.N.A certification. Graduated from nursing school in 2009 and started off as a graduate nurse on the medical/surgical observation unit. Transferred to the emergency department and completed a BSN. Took a supervisor role and accepted the medical/surgical nurse manager position before being promoted as Director of Medical/ Surgical Services. Education includes an associate’s degree in nursing from Columbia College, bachelor’s in nursing from Central Methodist University, and master’s in nursing leadership and administration from Walden University.
What skills/characteristics do you have that have allowed you to succeed? Communication, transparency, integrity and accountability. All are very important when working in healthcare.
What has been the biggest challenge and how have you overcome it? Life in general. Raising two kids, working full time, and going to school was a challenge in itself. I had a good support system including family and friends. I would not have made it without their support.
Biggest accomplishment? Completing my master’s in nursing, becoming a successful manger and then being promoted to a director all within the last three years.
What is the secret to your success? Determination and always having an open mind.
Future goals? Professionally, this past year I have met all my short term and long term goals. It is a new year and time to start over and see where the future takes me.
Advice for other young professionals? Failure only makes you stronger. Get back up and keep fighting for your goals. Take as many opportunities as you can. It may open up a door that you didn’t realize was there. Set realistic short and long-term goals.
What else should we know about you? My husband Jason and two children, Haley and Logan, have been my rock and support system more than they realize. Raising two kids who are very active and keeping us busy, we had to divide and conquer. Which usually meant I was sitting at the ball park with my computer working on submitting last-minute assignments or papers. Keeping the work, school and life balance is important, even if your family is the reason why you are continuing on, those special moments cannot be re-lived. LAKENEWSONLINE.COM
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aving grown up on Lake of the Ozarks, Bruce Hlavacek knew the exact location he wanted to purchase a Lake home. Six mile cove. Bruce grew up in Eldon and his uncle was a boat dealer so he spent as many summers as he could on the Lake. He was a junior counselor at a Boy Scout camp in Osage Beach and was a waterski instructor at a private children’s camp on the North Shore during the summers while enrolled at the University of Missouri. He was outdoors and on the water every chance he could get.
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After receiving his Masters in Education and enlisting in the military, his career took him to various parts of the country over the years. He met his wife, Jennie while living in St. Louis. While his three daughters were growing up, the couple purchased a home in Tan-Tar-A Estates where they would make many memories during their time at the Lake, but eventually the girls grew up and started lives of their own. They sold the Lake home and moved to other parts of the country but the Lake always felt like home. In 2016 the couple decided to return. Returning to the midwest would mean they could spend more time with their three daughters and seven grandchildren who live in St. Louis. Bruce says he wanted his family to have many of the same experiences he had growing up, and of course, plans to teach all of the grandchildren how to ski. He asked former Eldon classmate and longtime Lake realtor Bob Gattermeir to look for homes in 6-mile cove. There were a few for sale but one stood out the most. Situated on 1.5 lots with 185 feet of shoreline, the Hlavaceks closed on the home in 2016 and began renovations immediately.
ABOUT THE HOMEOWNERS Bruce was a coach and a teacher in St. Louis but decided to change careers when he was 35 years old. He went into the corporate insurance business which he still does today. Bruce met Jennie while he worked in marketing at Southwestern Bell/AT&T headquartered in St. Louis where she was a district marketing manager. The couple got married and spent several years in Dallas where Jennie was division sales manager for AT&T and Bruce built his insurance business. They lived in Colorado for awhile where Jennie earned her PhD and was a professor at the University of Colorado in Boulder.
ABOVE: Pictured to the right of the foyer and up a couple of steps, are three bedrooms and three bathrooms. One of those bedrooms is a bunkroom for four of the grandchildren, equipped with a “secrete” closet that has been painted with chalkboard paint for them to draw on. LEFT and BELOW: The entryway was remodeled so when you stepped into the foyer, you could look down and see the Lake. After descending the first ½ flight of stairs you enter the mezzanine room, a place perfectly arranged for the grandchildren. This is where they come early in the morning before everyone else gets up to watch TV with specially-provided headphones to keep the noise level down. They can also play foosball, games and just hang out.
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If you continue farther down the steps from the mezzanine room, the lower level has a great-room, bar area, fireplace, the kitchen and the former master bedroom, which is located behind the door next to fireplace.
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Why 6-mile cove? Once a hotspot for boats anchoring out and being rowdy, 6-mile cove was the original Party Cove. Eventually restrictions were placed against anchoring and tying up boats together forcing Party Cove to move around the bend. Today, the rules haven’t changed, making it the perfect cove to ski in and a quiet cove even in the summer. It has also been called Millionaires Cove due to the large homes located along the shoreline.
The original 4 bedroom, 4.5 bath home was built by Thomas Construction in 1989 so Bob Gattermeir recommended that they use Thomas for their renovation. It was to be done in phases so that they could still come down and enjoy their new home even though it was under construction. They knew they wanted to add on. The extra ½ lot made it possible for them to do an addition. They decided to begin construction on the existing home first so it was gutted and remodeled.
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A wall was removed between the kitchen and great-room to open up the space. The kitchen has two dishwashers, two ovens, a gas cooktop, an island and prep sink and plenty of room to move around. Quartz countertops are found in the kitchen and all bathrooms.
Beyond the kitchen is the new addition. A door to the outside cooking area, decks, another bedroom, full bathroom, laundry room, office, and a master suite is located there.
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The couple worked with interior designer Marlies Zieman, owner of Interior Visions in Las Vegas. Bruce said he was more focused on functionality and space. Jennie wanted to create a Lake house feel with blue colors and beachwood flooring, so style and colors were her main focus. The designer pulled together their needs and even created some of the furniture. In the master bedroom she made the headboard, platform bed and nightstands. She is known for having completed projects for the Wynn Hotel, and also built the swivel chairs and sofa in the great room. Notice the sheer curtains. Blackout curtains are tucked away in a space between the window and the wall. The controls for the curtains have been built into the headboard. The masonry construction in the master bedroom was done by the same company that built the fireplace in the great-room back in the late 80s, Dinwiddie & Sons Masonry. Both fireplaces have a similar look.
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Gold and brass fixtures are making a comeback. This decorating trend adds a touch of elegance and warmth, and is particularly popular in kitchens and bathrooms. Several other luxurious details went into the design of the master bath including a soaker tub, body jets in the shower and beautiful pendant lighting.
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This is the original master bedroom. During the first phase of the remodel, the couple kept this room untouched to give them a place to stay while the rest of the house was under construction. Renovations were completed to this room last, in time for the summer of 2018.
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This bathroom is located in the new addition, close to a bedroom as well as the outside deck so guests playing on the Lake can come in and dry off without having to go through the house.
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KNOW YOUR RISK Want to assess your breast cancer risk? Find an interactive tool at www.lakeregional.com/breastrisk.
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Do you know the top threats to women’s health? More importantly, do you know what actions women can take to limit those threats? Lake Regional experts share must-know information on three of the most serious health risks women face: heart disease, cancer and drug overdose.
THREAT NO. 1: Heart disease is the leading cause of death of women in the United States, causing about 1 in every four female deaths. “There are many actions women can take to lower their heart disease risk,” says Lake Regional Cardiologist Zubair Khan, M.D., FACC. “Start with the easy ones, and slowly do Khan more. Just be sure to start.” • Know your blood pressure. High blood pressure has no symptoms, so it’s important to check regularly. • Consider a diabetes screening. Diabetes raises the risk of heart disease. Talk with your health care provider about whether you should be tested. • Don’t smoke. • Discuss checking your cholesterol and triglycerides with your health care provider. • Eat well. Being overweight raises your risk of heart disease.
• Exercise to strengthen your heart, manage your weight and lower your stress. General guidelines recommend adults get at least 150 minutes of moderate physical activity a week. • Limit alcohol intake to one drink a day. • Manage your stress. Identify your stressors, and find healthy ways to cope.
THREAT NO. 2: Cancer is right behind heart disease as a leading cause of death, causing about one in every five deaths of women in the United States. For women, breast cancer is the most common cancer*, while lung cancer causes the most cancer deaths. “The good news is the rate of cancer deaths is decreasing,” says Lake Regional Oncologist Margaret “Maggi” Coplin, M.D. “Prevention efforts — including decreased smoking Coplin and screenings that find problems before they develop into cancer — are helping more people avoid this dreaded diagnosis. And earlier diagnosis and better treatments are helping more people who have cancer survive.” You can lower your cancer risk in several ways: • Stay up-to-date on screening tests for breast, cervical, colorectal and lung cancer. • Protect your skin from the sun when outdoors, and avoid indoor tanning. • Make healthy choices. Many of the same actions that improve heart health also lower cancer risk: Don’t smoke, stay active, keep a healthy weight and limit how much alcohol you drink.
THREAT NO. 3: Drug overdoses are a major threat to American women. In fact, they are the leading cause of death for Americans under the age of 50. Most of these fatal overdoses involve opioids. “Everyone can take action to help end the opioid epidemic,” says Tony Kauten, PharmD, Lake Regional Pharmacy manager. “It starts with education.” The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend the following steps to reduce your risk for prescription opioid misuse and to help prevent opioid overdose deaths in your community. Kauten • Practice responsible use if you are prescribed opioids for pain, and work with your doctor to ensure you are getting the safest, most effective pain management possible. • Help those struggling with addiction find the right care and treatment. Anyone who takes prescription opioids can become addicted, and help is available if you or someone you know is battling opioid use disorder. • Spread the word and increase awareness in your community about the risk and dangers of prescription opioids. • Know the signs and symptoms of an opioid overdose to help prevent opioid overdose death. If you suspect someone is overdosing, it is important that you don’t leave the person alone and that you call 911. Learn more at Fighting the Opioid Epidemic, a free health talk scheduled 10 a.m. Thursday, March 14, at Lake Regional Hospital. See details and register at www.lakeregional.com/opioid. *This excludes skin cancer, a broad category that includes common, usually non-fatal cancers.
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The Arts
Dr. Paula Brown holds up one of her paintings inside the gallery. She considers her style impressionistic, sometimes containing hidden messages.
Art for All Ages New galleria features original works, and is a place to experience and create. STORY AND PHOTOS BY CHARIS PATIRES
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f you are someone who spends a lot of time at art galleries, enjoys all types of mixed media, or just has an appreciation for something unique, the Lake Fine Art Academy & Galleria in Osage Beach will leave you in awe. With more than 60 artists displayed throughout the gallery, owner Paula Brown has created a location to showcase artists and give the public a place to admire works of art. Impressive pieces made from leather, finger-painted oil on canvas, a newly-emerging metal artist as well as nationally-known artists will have you
circling the displays and coming back to see what’s new. Brown decided to open the showroom in 2018 after looking for a place to train artists of all ages, promote artist’s talents and observe them at work. Art was always a passion for Brown. The self-professed night owl was busy making a career for herself as a school administrator and raising her three children, but there was always time for art. Even if that meant after the midnight hour when time permitted. Brown was in education for 36 years at the Camdenton School District,
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LAKE FINE ARTS ACADEMY & GALLERIA 5513 Osage Beach Pkwy. 573-693-1750 Paula@LakeFineArt.net ww.lakefineart.net
UPCOMING FEATURED ARTISTS March: Carol Anderson April: Bonnie Armstrong May: Melissa Hogenson June: gordon Ord July: Gary St. Ivany August: Marcia Rackley
ABOVE AND LEFT: Dr. Paula Brown opened up the Lake Fine Art Academy & Gallery to offer the community and artists a place to learn, experience and create. In addition to works on canvas, you’ll find stained glass, ceramics, Missouri ivory (pieces carved with antlers), jewelry, and other pieces. TOP LEFT: Gordon Ord is well known known for his work en plein air. MIDDLE LEFT: This oil painting is by Kati Perik. She uses her fingertips and is now a student at the Kansas City Art Institute. LAKENEWSONLINE.COM
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Artist Jack E. Dawson’s painting “If My People” has nine hidden messages within. Each of the messages are pointed out and explained on the back of the painting. One of the messages may be hard to see clearly here but is a face formed by the rising of smoke from the twin towers on September 11.
first as an art teacher then a counselor, and eventually retiring as the principal of the middle school. Her husband Steven runs Page & Brown Convention Services. The couple has owned it for 25 years. Upon retirement, Brown yearned for something different but only stayed retired one day. She took a job at William Woods University as the regional program coordinator which she still does to this day. She also teaches at Missouri State University. When the building in Osage Beach became available last year, Brown saw the potential to open up an art gallery that had always been her dream. “I always wanted a studio and to be able to teach,” she said. “I want to be known as a cultural venue, as 78
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a place to buy fine art at the Lake,” she said. In addition to displays from local, and internationally and nationallyknown artists, the galleria has an area to teach students. Classes are held several times a week and include beginners and advanced drawing, watercolor, acrylic and oil painting. There is a room specifically dedicated to the artist of the month. Each artist turns the room into their own studio. If you come at the right time you just might find them working on their next project. An artist of the month is featured on the galleria wall and an event open to the public is hosted in their honor. In partnership with Missouri University, fine arts students are featured every three months.
Local favorites Rita and Joseph Orr have paintings in the gallery. Pictured is one of Rita’s works “Cherry Martini,” a 12” x 12” acrylic for sale.
Business Briefs
Four Seasons Realty announces top agent Jim Trowbridge has been announced as the Top Sales Agent of 2018 for Four Seasons Realty for the third consecutive year. Trowbridge is former military and has been a full time resident at Lake of the Ozarks for over 18 years and has assisted buyers and sellers in the real estate market since moving to the Lake. He believes in being pro-active, not reactive and works aggressively to make sure his clients are extremely well represented and have an easy and comfortable real estate transaction. Throwbridge’s services include residential, commercial, farm and land properties in all areas of The Lake of the Ozarks with over $100 Million Dollars in Real Estate Sales Experience.
McDorman & Parks law firm recognized by AIOCLA The American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys has recognized the exceptional performance of Missouri’s Criminal Law Firm, McDorman & Parks, LLC as one of the 10 Best Criminal Law Firm for Client Satisfaction in 2018. The American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys is a third-party attorney rating organization that publishes an annual list of the Top 10 Criminal Law Attorneys in each state. Attorneys who are selected to the "10 Best" list must pass AIOCLA's rigorous selection process, which is based on client and/or peer nominations, thorough research and AIOCLA’s independent evaluation. AIOCLA's annual list was created to be used as a resource for clients during the attorney selection process. One of the most significant aspects of the selection process involves attorneys' relationships and reputation among his or her clients. As clients should be an attorney's top priority, AIOCLA places the utmost emphasis on selecting lawyers who have achieved significant success in the field of criminal law without sacrificing the service and support they provide. Selection criteria therefore focus on attorneys who demonstrate the highest standards of client satisfaction.
Wonderland Camp has new director Mike Clayton has been hired as the Director of Fund Development for Wonderland Camp. Clayton is a radio broadcaster and public service figure at the Lake of the Ozarks. He has been in local radio for the last 25 years. “It’s an honor to work with the great people of the Lake of the Ozarks region and central Missouri. I’m proud to be part of such a great community. I look forward to making sure everyone knows about the great work that Wonderland Camp has been doing for the past 50 years and that we continue to offer a safe, fun, and educational camping experience for campers with disabilities.” Clayton will oversee fundraising, social media and communications for the camp as well as continuing his morning show.
New member at Bobbi Bash Team RE/MAX Lake of the Ozarks and the Bobbi Bash Team welcome Katie Flaherty to the organization. She is originally from St. Louis and moved to the Lake at young age. After graduating from School of the Osage, she worked in retain then changed career paths and became a personal assistant for an agent with RE/MAX Lake of the Ozarks. Flaherty obtained her real estate agent license and became an Agent Specialist. In January 2019 she became an agent and joined the Bobbi Bash Team.
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Fashion
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Trendy looks and new boutiques at the Lake
Karla McDuffey is modeling fashion from Shabby Chic Boutique. Black jumpsuit, $44; pearl necklace, $44; bracelet stack, $26-$34. She is the director/teacher at The Academy at Osage Hills.
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FASHIONS Taylor Kinser is modeling items from The White Lilly. Dress, $60; belt, $18; necklace, $22 and earrings, $15. She is a treatment coordinator at Westrock Orthodontics.
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Landree Hills is wearing a red jumpsuit from Peacock Lane, $89.95. She is a realtor for RE/MAX Lake of the Ozarks Fran Campbell Team.
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Blaze Taylor is proving that denim is in with these items from Aman•de•nimes. Repurposed top, $50; vintage Levi’s, $65. She is a college student and model in Oklahoma.
Gold N Grey fashions are modeled by Danielle Stanfield. Snake skin jeans, $42; distressed top, $25; fanny pack, $20. She is a student at Lindenwood University.
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GET THESE LOOKS Peacock Lane fashions can be found at 1044 Main Street, Osage Beach. Hours are Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday noon-4 p.m. Gold+Gray is located at 5891 Osage Beach Parkway, Suite 105 in Osage Beach. Hours are Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Shabby Chic is at the Landing on Main Street in Osage Beach, 1056 Osage Beach. Hours are Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. The White Lilly is a boutique located at 10 Camden Court NE, Suite 2A in Camdenton. Hours are Wednesday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Thursday & Friday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Aman•de•nimes is a new online boutique (www.amandenimes.com) operated by Lake local Amanda Pike.
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Weddings
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Taylor Davis and David Randall started dating in high school. After graduating from Iowa Valley High School, David enlisted in the Iowa Army National Guard. It was the toughest part of their relationship, Taylor says, being away from each other for so many months. The only form of communication was through letters and a few brief phone calls. “I will never forget the feeling I had seeing him for the first time after being apart for so long,” she said. “We will forever cherish our love letters we wrote to each other.”
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The Legacy Barn and surrounding property was purchased by Jack and Kathryn Hutchinson more than 40 years ago to care for cattle and crops. In 2016 their daughter Judy Jo turned the barn into a wedding and event venue. State-of-theart adjustable LED lighting, cell-phone and camera charging stations, large chandeliers, Victorian brass details, polished concrete and other alterations were made to create a warm, charming and rustic ambiance. The original interior barn structure was kept, only needing to replace a few boards and nails. Ladders, a pigeon perch, hay track, rope and pulley system and a lookout window were also kept in place. It was named The Legacy Barn for two reasons: the legacy Judy Jo’s father left behind, and “The Legacy” movie in which Jack and Kathryn appeared with their team of oxen during the late 1980s.
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The flowers for the bridesmaids were white hydrangeas while the bride’s bouquet held a mixture of white hydrangeas, large and small white roses, large and small blush/light pink roses and some greenery. The bridal party was made up of: maid of honor Brook Davis, and bridesmaids Samantha Randall, Taylor Randall and Marysa Ort. The groomsmen wore one large blush/pink rose with greenery as boutonnieres. The best man was Dillion Fry, and groomsmen were Clay Gunzenhauser, Benjamin Randall and Jeff Sherman. The wedding is described as modern rustic. Colors were navy blue (the color of the groomsmen’s suits), blush (the color of the bridesmaid’s dresses), and champagne gold. David and Taylor made the centerpieces, which were stained wood boxes that held a lantern with flowers surrounding. 88
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After basic training, David attended college at Iowa State University and achieved a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Systems Technology. He currently works for Kinzenbaw Earthmoving in Marengo, Iowa. Taylor is currently at Mount Mercy University and will graduate in May with a bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Navigation. She currently works at Highland Ridge Care Center in Williamsburg, Iowa as a Certified Nursing Assistant. In July 2017, Taylor’s family was hosting a celebration they called the Davis Open. It was being held at the Marengo Golf Course to mark the 60th wedding anniversary of Taylor’s grandparents, her sister’s 16th birthday, her parent’s 25th wedding anniversary, her Dad’s 50th birthday, and David’s little sister’s 15th birthday. The all-day event included golf, cocktails and dinner. Right after Taylor’s cousin, Lindsay, sang “Can’t Help Falling in Love” by Elvis Presley to her grandparents, David got everyone’s attention, dropped down on one knee and proposed. When Taylor first started looking at places to get married they wanted a place that was unique and rustic, like a barn venue. After searching around their home they found some places but they were either booked, did not accommodate enough people or were not air conditioned for the time of year they wanted. When she found The Legacy Barn in Barnett through a Google search, she noticed how close it was to Lake of the Ozarks, a place they visit at least once a year. They initially wanted a destination wedding so the venue was perfect — still a destination but close enough for friends and family to attend. It also has an interesting story, which made it even more special. Once a fully-functioning cattle barn, the now fully-equipped wedding and event venue has all the amenities and comfort needed for couples wanting to get married in a rural atmosphere. The wedding took place on August 18, 2018 at 4 p.m. The barn was filled to capacity with 250 guests. Close friend and family member Dale “Stumpy” Kinzenbaw performed the ceremony. “It is just a special feeling having all the people you care about in one spot celebrating the love you have for each other,” Taylor said. “Another thing that was memorable to us was seeing each other for the first time that day. Something that I will really cherish is that both sides of my grandparents were able to attend.” A few months after the wedding the Randalls honeymooned at an all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. The couple resides in High Amana, Iowa. LAKENEWSONLINE.COM
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“I wish I could have slowed down time the day of our wedding because it was everything I could have ever imagined. Literally everything was absolutely perfect!” — Bride, Taylor Randall
WEDDING VENDORS Bridal gown: Hope’s Bridal (Atkins, Iowa) Bridesmaid’s gowns: XOXO Bridal (Tiffin, Iowa) Hair: Taylor Furman (Norway, Iowa) Makeup: Hello Gorgeous by Brook Roberts (Marengo, Iowa) Photography: Diamonds and Dirt Roads Photography by Kimberly Maxwell (Williamsburg, Iowa) Florist: Versailles Greenhouse (Versailles, Mo.) DJ: DJ Boogie B by Brian Thiel (Kansas City, Mo.) Lighting: The Legacy Barn (Judy Jo) and DJ Boogie B Cake: Reinhardt Circle (Jefferson City, Mo.) Cupcakes: Becky Fry (Marengo, Iowa) Catering: Mary Ella Zimmerman- Mennonite (Versailles, Mo.) Rings: Helzberg Diamonds Registry: Bed Bath & Beyond and Target Venue: The Legacy Barn (Barnett, Mo.) Transportation: Zee’s Limo Service (Lake Ozark, Mo.) TOP RIGHT: The top tier of the cake was vanilla and bottom tier was strawberry. 90
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Local Flavor
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Good times and good service at Tirebiters Peanut Pub STORY BY CONNYE GRIFFIN + PHOTOS BY AL GRIFFIN
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om and Lisa Morgan bought Tirebiters Peanut Pub, a favorite Osage Beach hangout, about two years ago, and they’ve proven to be the right buyers. Tirebiters is still a favorite hangout serving a good hamburger, a hearty bowl of chili, and cold bottled beer. Television screens on many tables and around the room guarantee a clear view of the game of the day. Locals and tourists gather for good times and great service. On a beautiful Saturday afternoon, three local businessmen were at the bar, enjoying the game and animated conversation. Another trio played darts on an
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electronic board. Nearby was a fireplace that would warm the room through the winter. Tables filled and drinkers took seats at the bar as the dinner hour neared. On every table, and along the bar, were baskets of peanuts in the shell that snapped crisp and delivered tasty treats. Peanut-allergy-free adults and children will enjoy the classic, but anyone with peanut allergies should be aware of peanut shells and dust in the building. An open-air patio under a canopy of trees provides a nice place to gather in great weather. Those trees mask traffic noise, and toe-tapping country music finishes the task. Overhead are strings
of light that will add a holiday vibe when the sun goes down. Reviewers rave about the burgers and cold beer so those are good choices at Tirebiters. An array of bottles behind the bar is the “menu” for beers, but patrons who don’t see their favorite can simply ask for it. Tirebiters will order that brand and continue to stock it if it sells well. A Vanilla Porter by Breckinridge is just one choice that pairs well with burgers or stands alone. At zero international bitterness units and an alcohol by volume rating of 5%, this beer delivers classic Porter flavors — rich chocolate and hearty nut.
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A bowl or cup of chili is on the menu every day. It too is rich, but not in chocolate. It’s chock full of tender beef and beans, well blended in a thick sauce featuring finely diced tomato, green pepper, and onion. On the mild side, Tirebiters’ chili should please every palate. Another daily menu feature is a soup though it varies from day to day. The Western Burger delivers a well done, but tender beef patty plus slices of crisp bacon, melted cheese, one plump onion ring, and barbecue sauce. That sauce gives the burger a tangy kick, but if a diner wants even more, add the sour dill pickle slices served on the side. The bacon for Tirebiters’ fried potato salad side and on the Western burger have the texture and taste of freshly fried. Each slice or diced bit is salty and savory. In the fried potato salad, the bacon pieces pair well with creamy ranch dressing and diced green onion pieces. Other menu choices at Tirebiters include pizza, wings, chicken strips, wraps, a catfish dinner, and The Hawkeye — a big hand-breaded pork tenderloin. For lighter appetites, salads are available. Appetizers include livers and gizzards — uncommon but hearty choices. Wednesday nights are steak nights when diners can opt for a 6-ounce filet with two sides. Every Sunday is Happy Hour all day; otherwise, from 4 to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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rab a cold drink and leave your worries at the door. Chances are you’ve heard the famous song “It’s 5 o’clock somewhere,” and know who sang it best — Jimmy Buffett. The famous musician is not only known for his Caribbean rock n’ roll but has developed a growing number of successful island-inspired resorts and a global lifestyle brand playing off his songs that evoke a passion for tropical escape and relaxation. So when plans were announced in 2017 that Margaritaville was coming to Lake of the Ozarks through a larges-scale renovation and rebranding of Tan-Tar-A Resort, excitement grew about the changes happening around the property. The wait is over. Tan-Tar-A will officially become Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake of the Ozarks this spring. PHOTOS PROVIDED
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“Margaritaville is synonymous with a laid-back, no-worries lifestyle, which blends in perfectly with the Lake of the Ozarks,” Ann Walters, director of sales for Tan-Tar-A Resort said. “The Margaritaville lifestyle translates into virtually every destination and appeals to a broad range of consumers. As the first Lake resort under the Margaritaville brand, Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake of the Ozarks will introduce its unique vacation state of mind to the Lake.” Tan-Tar-A Resort was acquired in 2017 by Driftwood Acquisitions & Development and renovations began immediately. Buffett is an owner in Margaritaville Holdings, which licenses the brand. The majority of the property’s guest rooms and exterior have been refreshed to incorporate Margaritaville’s “casualluxe’”design. All buildings in the Resort Complex have been painted a shade of warm sand with a white trim, and guest rooms feature Margaritaville touches such as sky-blue walls, warm wood elements and bright accents. The lobby, along with several other resort features, are currently being renovated. Several new dining concepts have been introduced to the property, including JB’s Boathouse Grill and Frank & Lola’s Pizzeria, both open now, and LandShark Bar & Grill, opening this spring. In addition to the renovations, several of the resort’s attractions will be renamed to reflect the Margaritaville lifestyle including Fin City Bowling and Fin City Arcade. “People can expect the distinct sense of fun and escapism they love about Margaritaville. The resort will continue to be a family-friendly destination, providing a perfect escape for guests of all ages. They’ll be delighted by the nonstop fun all around including golf, horseback riding, bowling, a full-service marina, an indoor waterpark, arcade and three outdoor pool complexes,”
JB’s Boathouse Grill
Walters said. “Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake of the Ozarks will be a one-of-a-kind paradise for guests looking to drift away by the Lake. With multiple restaurants, pools, activities and more, guests will find something new to do every day without ever having to leave the property. It will be the perfect place to eat, play and stay at the Lake of the Ozarks.”
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Frank & Lola’s Pizzeria
Margaritaville Lake of the Ozarks is among a handful (so far) of offshore resorts that have been established by Margaritaville globally. Margaritaville features 17 lodging locations and 20 additional projects in the pipeline with nearly half under construction, three gaming properties and 60-plus food and beverage venues including signature concepts such as Margaritaville Restaurant, award-winning JWB Prime Steak and Seafood, 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill and LandShark Bar & Grill. More than 20 million travelers every year change their latitude and attitude with a visit to a Margaritaville resort, residential real estate destination, vacation club, vacation home rental or restaurant. Consumers also can escape the everyday through a collection of Margaritaville lifestyle products including apparel, footwear, frozen concoction makers, home décor, a satellite radio station and more. Additionally, the brand’s food, beverage and spirits lines – including Margaritaville tequilas, rums, LandShark Lager and a new bestselling cookbook – deliver authentic, tropical escapism to fans around the world. Margaritaville has been a state of mind since 1977. Just remember, shoes are optional.
ABOUT THE RESTAURANTS LANDSHARK BAR & GRILL The new flagship waterfront restaurant, LandShark Bar & Grill features favorites such as fish tacos, nachos, wings, crisp salads, boat drinks and signature LandShark Burgers.
JB’S BOATHOUSE GRILL Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, boat drinks and more. The restaurant features classic nautical décor with bright blues and crisp white colors.
FRANK & LOLA’S PIZZERIA A cool and comfortable atmosphere makes it the perfect spot for guests to grab a cool drink, fresh pie, or play a game of pool.
WINDROSE MARKER 26 LAKESIDE DINING A long-time fine-dining restaurant at the resort, Windrose serves exceptional seafood, steaks and signature dishes with incredible Lake views.
THE TIKI HUT POOL BAR A new concept located at the resort’s Lakeside Pool, light fare and tropical beverages are served to those enjoying fun in the sun.
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[taste of the lake] YO U R G U I D E TO L A K E O F TH E OZ A R KS D I N I N G
AmericAn 4 SeASonS’ cAfe/JJ LAfAtA’S 4312 Horseshoe Bend Pkwy. Lake Ozark; 573-365-6989
5 Diner (the) 400 Hwy. 5 Gravois Mills; 573-836-3681
bAbA’S biStro & cAterinG 126 Illinois Ave., SW Camdenton; 573-317-9490
bAhAmA biStro 5837 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 573-348-0300 www.bahamabistro.com
bee’S KneeS 106 W. Jasper St. Versailles; 573-539-2525 beeskneesalehouse.wordpress.com
eAGLe VieW GriLLe & bAr At oSAGe nAtionAL 400 Osage Hills Rd. Lake Ozark; 573-365-1950 www.osagenational.com
the fiSh & co. oUt of WAter 1165 North Business Hwy. 5 Camdenton; 573-317-9565 www.thefishcooutofwater.com
freD & pAtty'S trAiLS enD 107 Hwy. O Laurie; 573-374-0228
fire StAtion bAr & GriLL 146 Illinois St. Camdenton; 573-873-2222 www.firestationbarandgrill.com
AnGeLA’S cAterinG angela@angelaslakecatering.com www.angelaslakecatering.com 573-317-3064. Open by appointment. Offering a wide selection of delicious food for any occasion. Voted “Best Wedding Caterer at the Lake in 2018” and is the perfect choice for family reunions, customer appreciations, weddings, or a summer house party. Angela’s Lake Catering will make your event a success!www.angelaslakecatering.com.
GoLDen corrAL bLonDieS bUrGer bAr 1255 Bagnell Dam Blvd., Lake Ozark, 573-693-1255. Famous for their burgers, Blondies Burger Bar has expanded its menu to include such favorites as Chicago Style Hot Dogs and Vienna Beef Sandwiches, but the signature burger with bacon and egg will always be at the top of the menu. Offering daily specials and happy hour, Blondies is where the locals meet. www.blondieslakeozark.com.
AppLebee’S 4040 Hwy. 54 Osage Beach; 573-348-9595 www.applebees.com
Dining guiDe Most entrées are less than $10
200 Kestrel Ln. Lake Ozark; 573-693-1060 www.buffalowildwings.com
chiLi’S GriLL & bAr
Outdoor dining available
chUcKWAGon cAfe
Live entertainment
888 N. Business Rt. 5 Camdenton; 573-346-5050 www.chuckwagoncafemo.com
Lake access available Reservations recommended Wheelchair accessible Free WiFi Lake Lifestyles Best of the Lake
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GreenSiDe bAr & GriLL At LAKe VALLey coUntry cLUb 367 C.C. Blair Dr. Camdenton; 573-346-7213 www.lakevalleygolf.com
hy-Vee mArKet GriLLe 929 W. Hwy D. Osage Beach; 573-302-7977 www.hy-vee.com/store/osage-beach
J.D. WADDLeS reStAUrAnt At inn At GrAnD GLAize
3820 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 573-348-1116 www.chilis.com
Most entrées are $10 to $20
3734 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 573-693-9156 www.goldencorral.com
cLUbhoUSe pUb AnD reStAUrAnt (the) At inDiAn rocK GoLf cLUb 100 Indian Lake Ave. Laurie; 573-372-3023 www.indianrockgolfclub.com
5142 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 573-348-4731 www.InnAtGrandGlaize.com
JJ tWiG’S pizzA & bbQ HH & Business 54. Lake Ozark; 573-365-9911 www.jjtwigs.com
JoneS oUtpoSt 6409 Hwy. 7 Montreal; 573-346-9866
KAy’S reStAUrAnt 4196 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 573-348-2217
oUtbAcK SteAKhoUSe 3930 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 573-302-4670 www.outback.com
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Panera Bread
h Que BBQ
steWart's restaurant
4840 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 573-302-0024 www.panerabread.com
383 Hwy. W Eldon; 573-557-2747
1151 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 573-365-2400
halFsauCed BarBeQue
98 E. Hwy. 54 Camdenton; 573-873-2900
Pioneer restaurant 801 W. Newton St. Versailles; 573-378-5886
4185 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 573-348-3200 www.halfasauced.com
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rJ’s Family restaurant 275 W. Hwy. 54 Camdenton; 573-346-6133
shrimP daddy’s 16218 N. Hwy. 5 Sunrise Beach; 573-374-7800
royal CatCh Bar & Grill at the reGalia hotel & ConFerenCe Center 250 Racquet Club Rd. Lake Ozark; 573-723-3000 www.theregaliahotel.com
Fine dininG WoBBly Boots roadhouse 4705 Osage Beach Pkwy., Osage Beach, 573-348-2277. Known for awardwinning barbecue, also featuring a wide array of entrées, sandwiches, wraps, steaks, catfish, and Wobbly wings. Use Wobbly’s catering service for your next event. www.WobblyBootsBBQ.com.
Baxter’s laKeside Grille 2124 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 573-365-2669 www.baxterslakesidegrille.com
Bentley’s restaurant & PuB 3100 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 573-365-5301 www.bentleysrestaurantmo.com
Blue heron (the) tuCKer’s shuCKers oyster and taP
BreaKFast
1339 Bagnell Dam Blvd., Lake Ozark, 573-365-9769. Featuring oysters and tap beer, seafood, burgers, sandwiches, salads and steaks. www.TuckersShuckers. com.
Cozy CaFé (the) 1018 Hwy. KK Osage Beach; 573-348-3324
honey B’z BaKery & CaFe
180 Blue Heron Hill Ln. Lake Ozark; 573-365-4646 www.theblueheronrestaurant.net
hK's steaKhouse 315 Four Seasons Dr. Lake Ozark; 573-365-3000 www.4seasonsresort.com
8779 N. State Hwy. 5 Greenview; 573-873-9955
J & K CaFe Val's Country CooKin' and sassy serVers
310 N. Main St. Laurie; 573-207-0331
601 N. Main St. Laurie; 573-374-0922
on the rise BaKery & Bistro
WaCKy KnaCKy diner Osage Beach Outlet Marketplace 4540 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 573-693-1900 www.wackyknackydiner.com
5439 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 573-348-4224 www.ontherisebakery.com
PanCaKe house 5980 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 573-348-6400
rusty rooster CaFe (the)
BarBeCue Bandana’s Bar-B-Q 4315 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 573-302-4500 www.bandanasbbq.com
Cannon smoKed saloon & the staBles 23 Spring Cove Rd. Sunrise Beach; 573-374-2600 www.cannonsmokedatthelake.com
3247 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 573-693-1778
shutters at the lodGe oF Four seasons 315 Four Seasons Dr. Lake Ozark; 573-365-3000 www.4seasonsresort.com
JB hooK's 3260 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark, 573-365-3255. An incredible panoramic view of the Lake combined with a worldclass steak and seafood menu. Shrimp and oyster bar, ocean and freshwater fish, and hand-carved choice steaks. Open for lunch, dinner and the best happy hour at the Lake!
JeFFrey’s Prime riB & loBster house 1252 Hwy. KK Osage Beach; 573-348-DINE
JJ's at the CoPPer Pot 630 N. Main St. Laurie; 573-374-8077 www.jjsatthecopperpot.com LAKENEWSONLINE.COM
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CHInA ToWn CHInESE RESTAURAnT 465 W. Hwy. 54 Camdenton; 573-346-4962
MICHAEL'S STEAK CHALET 1440 Swiss Village Rd., Osage Beach, 573-348-3611. Casual fine dining overlooking Lake of the Ozarks. Savor signature dishes including steaks, prime rib, bone-in pork chops, crabstuffed chicken, and escargot paired with your favorite cocktail or wine. All while enjoying the spectacular view. Voted best steak and most romantic restaurant at the Lake! www.steakchalet.com.
noK noI 401 N. Main St. Laurie; 573-207-8662 www.woknroll1359.com
ToUCH of ASIA 3715 Osage Beach Pkwy., Suite 1 Osage Beach; 573-302-7733
WoK-n-RoLL 1359 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 573-365-2090 www.woknroll1359.com
zEn ASIAn RESTAURAnT 5203 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 573-302-0088
MExICALI BLUES CAnTInA 6605 Hwy. 54, Osage Beach, 573-302-0419. The best Mexican restaurant and cantina at the Lake. Enjoy fresh, homemade Mexican cuisine on the huge outdoor patio or host your private party with a fajita or taco buffet. Mexicali Blues provides a great, family-friendly dining experience. www.MexBlues.com.
pABLITo'S TAQUERIA 5896 Osage Beach Pkwy. #1 Osage Beach; 573-552-8450
ITALIAn DoMEnICo’S ITALIAn RESTAURAnT RUTHIE D'S 4466 Horseshoe Bend Pkwy. Lake Ozark, 573-964-6448. One of the Lake’s favorite dining destinations, Ruthie D’s defines casual fine dining. Set on a bluff overlooking the Lake and offering a variety of dishes from crab cakes and ahi tuna, to pasta, steaks and seafood. Come early and have a cocktail in the bar with Christophe Torres, voted best bartender at the Lake! www.ruthiedsrestaurant.com.
4737 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 573-348-5335 www.domenicoslakeozark.com
LI’L RIzzo’S Osage Beach Outlet Marketplace 929 Premium Outlets Dr. Osage Beach; 573-302-1500 2146 Horseshoe Bend Pkwy. Lake Ozark; 573-365-3003 www.lilrizzos.com
pHAT SAL'S TRopHy RooM AT oLD KInDERHooK 56 Club Place Camdenton; 573-317-3560 www.oldkinderhook.com
1502 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 573-693-1810
SHELL’S pASTA EMpoRIUM 3924 Jr. Prewitt Pkwy., Suite C Osage Beach; 573-693-9171 www.shellspastaemporium.net
SERGIo’S TAQUERIA 4824 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach, 573-302-7337 2107 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark, 573-693-1770 1333 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark, 573-693-9859 Authentic fresh ingredients make Sergio’s one of the most popular dining spots at the Lake. True Mexican dishes like Tamales, Tortas and Enchiladas as well as Steak Quesadillas and Chimichangas. Stop in and enjoy a friendly, casual, neighborhood restaurant. www.elcaporalmexrestaurant.com
MExICAn EL CApoRAL WInDRoSE MARKER 26 LAKESIDE DInInG 26 MM of the Lake, 494 Tan-Tar-A Dr. Osage Beach, 573-348-8619. Enjoy fine dining at its best, with great food, an incredible view of the lake and a casual ambiance. Our Executive Chef prepares a full menu from American steak to seafood. www.tan-tar-a.com/dine.
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323 Hwy. 54, Ste. 101 Camdenton; 573-317-1500
EL CHARCo AzUL 4204 Osage Beach Pkwy. Lake Ozark; 573-552-8180 www.elcharcoazul.com
EL ESpoLon 410 W Highway 54 Camdenton; 573-346-9942
SUnRISE CAnTInA 264 Sunset Hills Dr. Sunrise Beach; 573-374-8185 www.sunrisecantina.net
ToRTILLA fLATS 12164 N. Hwy. 5 Sunrise Beach; 573-374-1307 www.tortillaflatsmexicanrestaurant.com
TRES HoMBRES 8779 N. Hwy. 5 Camdenton; 573-873-5822 www.cantinatreshombres.com
taste of the lake / d i ni ng g u i d e Vista Grande Mexican restaurant 4579 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 573-348-1231 www.vistagrandemexicanrestaurant.com
Pizza al’s cheVy’s Pizza & Pub 5151 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 573-302-0027 www.lakeozarkpizza.com
alley cats Pizza & Pub 286 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 573-964-5559
biG ry’s Pizzeria 27574 Hwy. Y Rocky Mount; 573-392-5271
casaGrotto Pizza
restaurants & bars anGelos Pizza & Pub 1030 State Hwy. KK Osage Beach; 573-693-9427
brandinG iron 12142 N. Hwy. 5 Sunrise Beach; 573-374-4969
casablanca 1312 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 573-964-5224 www.casablancalakeozark.com
tirebiter's Peanut Pub Lake Road 54-29 (5429 Leaf Ct.) Osage Beach; 573-348-1177
VikinG Post 306 2097 State Rd. Y Linn Creek; 573-317-1109
Whiskers 944 West Highway 54 Camdenton; 573-346-6100
Whittle’s Pub & Grub 108 S. Maple St. Eldon; 573-392-5900
chances ‘r’ 310 S. Main St. Laurie; 573-374-8770
construction site bar & Grill 473 Highway W Eldon; 573-557-2101
1312 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 573-964-5224 www.casablancalakeozark.com
Fuzzy’s bar & Grill
louie's Pizza
the hardtail caMPGround
1175 N. Business Rt. 5 Camdenton; 573-873-2882
52 Pavillion Circle Macks Creek; 505-975-5407 www.hardtailsrock.com
Corner of Highways W & Y Eldon; 573-392-5521
hurricane dolly’s 258 Trail End Rd. Sunrise Beach; 573-374-2895
Wicked Willie’s sPorts Grill 5384 Osage Beach Pkwy., Osage Beach, 573-693-1777. The Lake has never experienced a sports grill like this! Dine with a unique menu featuring fresh ingredients, gluten-free options and a kid friendly menu where the whole family can watch the game. www.wickedwilliessportsgrill.com.
hQ Pub & Grill
PaPPo’s Pizzeria & Pub 4705 Osage Beach Pkwy, Osage Beach, 573-693-1092. Fresh ingredients and attention to detail make these pizzas the best at the Lake. A warm, friendly atmosphere and a huge selection of craft beers make PaPPo’s a must try for everyone’s list! www.pappospizzeria.com.
66 North Shore Dr. Lake Ozark; 573-365-1600
WilloWes bar & Grill
Jb’s Gin Joint
2010 State Road A Montreal; 573-346-6197
1493 Hwy. KK Osage Beach; 573-348-2227
lucy’s at the lake 1311 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 573-693-1711
lucky’s bar & Grill 1140 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 573-964-6550
Woody’s taVern 5834 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 573-348-0545
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Marty byrde’s PePPeroni bill’s 35 Camden Ct. Camdenton; 573-873-2365 www.pepperonibills.com
iMo’s Pizza 4344 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 573-302-8300 108 Cecil Street Camdenton; 573-348-4667 www.imospizza.com
tony G’s Pizzeria 14160 Twin Bays Rd. Gravois Mills; 573-372-3600
1286 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 573-240-2274
oh toMMy’s irish Pub 6285 N State Hwy. 7 Roach; 573-347-3133 www.ohtommysirishpub.com
the oFFice neiGhborhood Pub 4460 Horseshoe Bend Pkwy. Lake Ozark; 573-396-1555
scuttlebutt bar & Grill 91 East Hwy. 54 Camdenton; 573-346-4944
backWater Jack’s 4341 Beach Drive, Osage Beach, 17.5MM, 573-348-6639. A local favorite of the Lake for years, enjoy seafood nachos, crab rangoon and cajun dishes in the smoke-free indoor dining room and family-friendly atmosphere. www.BackWaterJacks.com.
s.n.a.F.u. 1275 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 573-693-1693
bear bottoM resort 38 MM of the Main Channel Lake Road 5-36 Sunrise Beach; 573-374-6905 www.bearbottomresort.com LAKENEWSONLINE.COM
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taste of the lake / d i ni ng g u i d e Beavers at the Dam 0 MM of the Main Channel 1076 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 573-365-7118 www.beaversatthedam.com
Boathouse LakesiDe Bar & GriLL 3 MM of the Main Channel 107 Village Marina Rd./W-20 Eldon; 573-365-1674
BoBBer’s restaurant & LounGe at aLhonna resort
fat poLLy's puB at the LoDGe at port arrowheaD 16.5 MM of the Main Channel 3080 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 573-693-9988 www.fatpollyspub.com
fish & company (the) 31 MM of the Main Channel 268 Wego Fish Ln. Camdenton; 573-873-0022 www.thefishandcompany.com
4 MM of the Gravois Arm 29475 Mill Creek Marina Rd. Gravois Mills; 573-372-5433 www.cabanajoneslakesidebar.com
captain ron’s Bar & GriLL 34.5 MM of the Main Channel 82 Aloha Ln. Sunrise Beach; 573-374-5852 www.captainronsatthelake.com
chesnie’s cafe 32 MM of the Main Channel 524 Recreation Row Camdenton; 573-873-9099
coconuts cariBBean Beach Bar & GriLL 7 MM of the Gravois Arm 15208 Red Hollow Rd. Gravois Mills; 573-372-6500 www.coconutsatthelake.com
Docknockers 4-mile marker of the Main Channel 245 Wheelhouse Ct. Lake Ozark; 573-552-8039 www.docknockers.com
Lazy Gators 7 MM of the Main Channel 132 Sweet William Rd. Lake Ozark, 7MM; 573-365-6464 www.LazyGators.com
miLLer’s LanDinG
nauti cantina at mermaiD cove
BuLLDoG’s Beach house
caBana Jones’ LakesiDe Bar
31 MM of the Main Channel 364 Galley Rd. Camdenton; 573-873-5227 www.larrysonthelake.com
28.5 MM of the Main Channel 1431 Runabout Dr. Osage Beach; 573-348-5268 www.themillerslanding.com
8 MM of the Main Channel 677 Outer Dr. Lake Ozark; 573-365-2634 www.thealhonnaresort.com 33 MM of the Main Channel 121 Teton Ln. Camdenton; 573-873-3311 www.bulldogsbeachhouse.com
Larry’s on the Lake
5.5 MM of the Gravois Arm 16319 P Rd. Gravois Mills; 573-372-6112
franky anD Louie’s 10 MM on the Main Channel, 1028 Deer Valley Rd. Sunrise Beach, 573-374-5750. The entire family will enjoy the incredible food from Franky and Louie's lakefront restaurant. Try some pizza, appetizers and sandwiches then head over to the ice cream shop. www.frankyandlouies.com
nautifish rum Bar 3 MM of the Niangua Arm 1022 Nautica Rd. Camdenton; 573-286-2226 www.thenautifish.com
papa chuBBy’s fooD & Booze 26 MM of the Main Channel 820 Serene Valley Dr. Sunrise Beach; 573-374-8000 www.papachubbys.com
h. toaD’s Bar anD GriLL at camDen on the Lake 7 MM of the Main Channel 2359 Bittersweet Rd. Lake Ozark; 573-365-5500 www.camdenonthelake.com
haLfway inn 47 MM of the Main Channel Lake Road 135-3 (1038 Cup Tree Rd.) Gravois Mills; 573-374-1919 www.halfway-inn.com
JoLLy roGer’s GruB & GroG kraken shack seafooD anD oyster Bar 4.5 MM of the Gravois Arm 28443 Polk Dr. Rocky Mount; 573-392-0700 www.grubngrog.com
paraDise tropicaL restaurant 430 TT 20, Osage Beach, 24MM, 573-374-4777. Bringing the tropics to the Lake. This facility features some of the best views of the main channel and visitors by land or water can enjoy a wide array of entrées, any time of day. www.ParadiseAtTheLake.com.
Lake house 13 13 MM of the Main Channel 98 Oasis Circle Sunrise Beach; 573-372-8339 www.lakehouse13.com
LakesiDe cafe at ozark yacht cLuB DoG Days Bar anD GriLL 1232 Jeffries Rd., Osage Beach, 19MM by water, 573-348-9797. An award-winning waterfront restaurant, with a full menu and the Lake’s best drink specials and two stages of entertainment. www.DogDays.com.
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1 MM of the Main Channel 500 Yacht Club Landing Dr. Lake Ozark; 573-552-8401 www.ozarkyachtclub.com
popeyz at pier 31 1 MM of the Main Channel 4522 Pier 31 Rd. Camdenton; 573-873-2289
reD fox marina Bar & GriLL 50 MM of the Main Channel 1433 Red Fox Rd. Climax Springs; 573-345-4596 www.redfox50.com
taste of the lake / d i ni ng g u i d e wineRies & bRew GoLden Rock wineRy 955 N. Business Rt. Hwy. 5 Camdenton; 573-317-9463 www.goldenrockwinery.com
ozaRk distiLLeRy Redhead Lakeside GRiLL 1700 Yacht Club Dr., 21 MM Osage Beach, 573-693-1525. The most exciting new place at the Lake, featuring two-level dining, pool, swim-up Tiki bar and entertainment! www.redheadlakesidegrill.com.
1684 Hwy. KK Osage Beach; 573-348-2449 www.ozarkdistillery.com
seven sPRinGs wineRy 846 Winery Hills Estates Linn Creek; 573-317-0100 www.sevenspringswinery.com
bRew bRotheRs coffee 404 East 4th St. Eldon; 573-280-6430 www.brewbrotherscoffee.net
coRaL Reef seafood 5370 Osage Beach Parkway Osage Beach; 573-348-4000 www.coralreefseafood.net
the funky buffaLo 498 West Hwy. 54 Camdenton; 573-317-1900 www.funkybuffalobrewhouse.com
GReat stone coffee 1375 State Hwy. KK Osage Beach; 573-693-9273 www.greatstonecoffee.com
haRMy's cheese stoRe & MoRe 6378 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 573-396-1243 www.harmys.com
shady GatoRs 7 MM of the Main Channel 132 Sweet William Rd. Lake Ozark, 7MM; 573-365-6464 www.ShadyGators.com
shaRkbite baR & GRiLL at Runaway ii 45 MM of the Main Channel 267 Runaway Dr. Climax Springs, 573-345-4590 www.runawayresort.com
Loto Live shawnee bLuff vineyaRd 8 Tolwood Rd. Eldon, 573-365-1100. 2430 Bagnell Dam Blvd., Lake Ozark, 573-365-9463. Take in the spectacular panoramic view of the Lake while enjoying a bottle of Shawnee Bluff wine and nibbling on humus, baked brie, or a fabulous platter of assorted cheeses, meats, crackers and fruit. www.shawneebluffwinery.com
5180 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 573-693-1404
Randy’s fRozen custaRd 4681 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 573-348-0711 www.randysfrozencustard.com
shady GabLes tea RooM 300 E. Newton St. Versailles; 573-378-2740 www.shadygables.com
siP coffee house
sPeciaLty andy’s fRozen custaRd shoRty Pants LounGe 21 MM of the Lake, 1680 Autumn Ln. Osage Beach, 573-302-1745. A taste of New Orleans featuring a wide variety of creole cuisine, Shorty Pants is a great place for a laid-back, Lake experience. www.ShortyPantsLounge.com.
skiPPeRs baR & GRiLL 59.5 MM of the Main Channel 33880 Ivy Bend Rd. Stover; 573-372-9903
t's fish taLes 6.5 MM of the Gravois Arm 27485 Cross Ln. Barnett; 573-539-2179
4820 Osage Beach Pkwy. Osage Beach; 573-302-0020 www.eatandys.com
auntie anne’s PRetzeLs 4540 Osage Beach Pkwy., L-4 Osage Beach; 573-348-5190 www.auntieannes.com
baGneLL daM coney isLand & Pizza suGaR shack ice cReaM
932 U.S. Hwy. 54 Camdenton; 573-317-1900
sQez Juice & heaLth 3869 Osage Beach Pkwy. N. Osage Beach; 573-552-8790 www.sqezjuicehealth.com
taboo ice cReaM and deLi 200 N. Main Laurie; 573-207-502
yankee PeddLeRs tea RooM 1011 Main St. Osage Beach; 573-348-5045 www.yankeepeddlerstearoom.com
1508 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark; 573-723-5005
baiLeys ice cReaM shoP 304 East 1st St. Eldon; 573-557-2557
taP & GRiLL Lakeside bRew haus 6.5 MM of the Main Channel 31959 Dunwandrin Rd. Gravois Mills; 573-207-0029 www.tapandgrillatthelake.com
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Events
Things to do A list of what’s happening in the Lake of the Ozarks area.
Food & Dining
Attractions & Functions
Film, Theater & Dance
Arts
Sporting Events
Music
Events from March 2 to April 28 MARCH 2
BUSINESS EXPO 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Lake Christian Academy. The 18th annual Lake West Business Expo will feature booths with businesses representing a variety of interests including docks, real estate, banking, insurance, landscaping, and more. Free parking and admission. www.lakewestchamber.com
CHARITY 5K 8 a.m., Tri-County YMCA of the Ozarks. The Whobilation 5K will start at the YMCA and go to the Harley Davidson store and back. Cost is $25. Bracket awards plus top female and male awards will be handed out. 573-348-9230
Shop around for your next boat and take a test drive at the Spring Boat Show held at Dog Days. GEORGE DENNY PHOTO
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DODGEBALL TOURNAMENT 9 a.m., School of the Osage Middle School. Get a team together and enter the YPL Dodgeball Tournament. The entry fee is $150 for a team of six players (16 or older, co-ed required). The tournament benefits Citizens Against Domestic Violence. 573-964-1008, info@lakeareachamber.com
GARAGE SALE 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Camden County Museum. An Indoor Garage Sale will be held with vendors displaying a variety of items for sale. 573-346-7191
MARCH 3
WEDDING EXPO 12-3 p.m., Lodge of Four Seasons Campana Hall. The Lake Wedding Expo will include a number of vendor representatives on hand to help you in planning your wedding. www.getmarriedatthelake.com
MARCH 8
PIZZA FUNDRAISER 6-9 p.m., Redhead Lakeside Grill. Enjoy lots of pizza, a silent auction, prizes and entertainment during this fundraiser for the Children’s Learning Center. Tickets are $10 before March 1 or $15 after. 573-346-0660
MARCH 8 & 9
BEATLES MUSIC 8 p.m., Main Street Music Hall. The premier Beatles tribute band, Liverpool Legends, performs for two nights. Cost is $28 or $33 per person (depending on seating) and $20 for children under the age of 12. Shows are at 8 p.m. both evenings. http://bit.ly/liverpoollegends2019
MARCH 15
MURDER MYSTERY 6 p.m., Camden County Museum. An audience participation mystery dinner will be held with dinner served while the audience attempts to solve the mystery that is occurring around them. Reservations required. Admission is $20 per person. 573-346-7191 ext. 8
MARCH 16 & APRIL 6
SWING DANCE 7-10:30 p.m., Ozark Yacht Club. The Lake of the Ozarks Swing Dance Club will meets every month for dancing. A free lesson is at 7 p.m., followed by dancing. Cost to attend for member and sister club members is $7 and $10 for non-members. Couples and singles are welcome. There is a different theme each month 314-397-3474, www.lakeozarksswingdance. com
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for participants at Bobber's Restaurant located at the resort. Tournament prizes will be awarded directly following the weigh-in on Sunday. www.thealhonnaresort.com
MARCH 16
QUARTER AUCTION
MARCH 31
ST. PAT’S PARADE 1 p.m., Bagnell Dam Blvd. The Lake Ozark St. Patrick’s Day Parade is held along Bagnell Dam Blvd. at 1 p.m. Don’t forget to wear your green and arrive early for parking. www.lakestpatsparade.com
WATER PARADE 10 a.m., Captain Ron’s. The Lake West Chamber of Commerce hosts the St. Patrick’s Water Parade. Boats board at 9:30 am. and depart at 10 a.m. to stop at participating bars on the water. Decorate your boat and join the fleet, or take a cruise on the Tropic Island or Celebration yachts for $25. 573-374-5500, www.lakewestchamber.com
PUB CRAWL The St. Patrick’s Short Bus Shuffle will be held at a variety of bars and restaurants on the Lake’s west side. Each stop has live entertainment and drink specials. Shuttles will begin running at 4 p.m. Cost is $10 to ride. 573-374-5500, www.lakewestchamber.com
MARCH 20
CLUB MEETING 11 a.m., West Lake Christian Church. The Westlake Newcomers Club meets for a
Across the Lake area, St. Patrick’s Day will be celebrated with parades, pub crawls and traditional Irish fare. GEORGE DENNY PHOTO luncheon and program. Visitors are welcome, but a reservation is required. 573-789-7240
2-5 p.m., Inn at Grand Glaize. QuarterMania, the annual quarter auction fundraiser at the Lake, includes an appetizer buffet and cash bar. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door. The ticket price gives you access to food and an auction paddle so you can bid on items with quarters. Buy a Red Rockstar paddle for $50 and you can bid on all items without having to use quarters. teampbw@gmail.com
FISH FRY 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Osage Beach Fire District Station No. 2. The annual all-you-can-eat fish fry gives the community an opportunity to see fire station trucks, talk with firefighters and enjoy entertainment by DJ Kyle. Prices are $10 for adults, $5 for children under 12 and free for kids under 3.
APRIL 4-6 MARCH 30
5K & 10K 7:30 a.m., Bagnell Dam. The annual Bridge and Dam Half Marathon, 5K and 10K will be held starting at Bagnell Dam and crossing over the toll bridge. Lake of the Ozarks Fellowship of Christian Athletes will host the event and all proceeds benefit the organization. www.bridgeanddamhalfmarathon.com
MARCH 30 & 31
BASS TOURNAMENT 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, Alhonna Resort. The Alhonna Early Bird Open Buddy Bass Tournament will be held. Tournament entry fee includes a complimentary breakfast at 6 a.m. each morning
GOSPEL SING Daily, Main Street Music Hall. The Great Lake of the Ozarks Gospel Sing includes a lineup of some of the most popular Southern Gospel musicians. Tickets are $22 in advance and free for children under the age of 11 when accompanied by an adult. www.thegreatlakeoftheozarksgospelsing.com
APRIL 6
WINE RUN 11 a.m., Seven Springs Winery. Wine in the Vines 5K & 1K Fun walk will be held with a DJ from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 2:30-5:30 p.m. The 5K begins at 1:30 p.m. and 1K walk begins at 2:30 p.m. Cost for both events is $55, or $35 for the 5K and 1K each. www.bookeo.com/seven_springs_winery LAKENEWSONLINE.COM
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APRIL 26 & 27
APRIL 27
JAZZ CLUB
DINNER THEATER
ROADSIDE CLEANUP
6:30-9 p.m., Ozark Yacht Club. The Ozark Jazz Society will host Cornet Chop Suey in a concert. An optional buffet begins at 5 p.m. Cost is $15. General admission to the concert is $12.50 or $10 for Jazz Society members. www.lakeozarkjazz.com
5 p.m., Camden County Museum. A melodrama and spaghetti supper of “Deadwood Dick” will be held with a buffet starting at 5:30 p.m. followed by the 7 p.m. performance. Cost is $15 per person. Reservations suggested. 573-346-7191
All day, Lake’s westside. The Lake West Chamber of Commerce sponsors an annual cleanup on the Lake’s west side from Greenview to Gravois Mills. Volunteer to clean up a portion of the roads. 573-374-5500
APRIL 12-14
APRIL 25-27
APRIL 27 & 28
SPRING BOAT SHOW
DOGWOOD FESTIVAL
BASS BASH
Friday 1-7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Dog Days. The Lake of the Ozarks Marine Dealer’s Association hosts the Spring In-Water Boat Show. Dealers will have new and preowned boats on display and available to test drive. 573-480-2300, www.ozarkboatshow.com
Daily, Camdenton area. The 69th annual Dogwood Festival will be held with a variety of activities. A carnival will be at the Camdenton Middle School with other activities all weekend. A parade, craft fair, contests and entertainment are just some of the highlights. www.camdentonchamber.com/ dogwood-festival
APRIL 26
6:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Multiple venues. The Spring Big Bass Bash will be held at the Lake of the Ozarks State Park. This amateurs-only tournament has a unique format allowing the weekend angler a chance to win big money like the professionals. Weigh-in stations are located at PB2 (Grand Glaize State Park), Red Oak Resort, Alhonna Resort, & Point Randall Resort. www.midwestfishtournaments.com
ELEGANT EVENING
GOLF TOURNAMENT
APRIL 20
EASTER EGG HUNT 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Osage Beach City Park. An Easter Egg Hunt will be held for kids to search for hundreds of hidden eggs. The hunt will be divided in four age groups. Golden ticket prizes, face painting, bounce houses and a free hotdog lunch will be offered. 573-302-7460
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5:30 p.m., Camdenton High School. The 17th annual Elegant Evening Fundraiser is hosted by the Camdenton R-III Education Foundation. The fundraiser provides scholarships to students and educators, as well as offers classroom grants. The evening begins with an art show, followed by dinner and entertainment showcasing the school’s many departments and students. www.camdentonschools.org
5 p.m. Saturday and 8 a.m. Sunday., Osage National Golf Resort. The 35th annual Clown Golf Classic will be held at Osage National Golf Resort. Cost is $175 per player or $525 for a three-person team. A party, silent and live auctions and complimentary cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be held at 5 p.m. Saturday night. Breakfast starts Sunday at 8 a.m. followed by a 10 a.m. tee off. Complimentary beverages provided on the course, and a complimentary awards BBQ will follow the tournament. www.clowngolf.com
A SURE SIGN OF SPRING DOGWOOD FESTIVAL
When: April 25-27 Theme: Time Traveler – Past, Present & Future More info: www.camdentonchamber.com
BY CHARIS PATIRES
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hat would spring be like without the annual Dogwood Festival? For 69 years, Camdenton has been home to the largest festival in the Lake area with a carnival, parade, food, entertainment and lots of family fun. One of the big highlights is the indoor arts and crafts show where you will find just about everything you could want. This year’s show organizer and DECA advisor, Karen Fehrmann, expects approximately 60 vendors will fill the gymnasium at the Camdenton Middle School to sell their wares and works of art. Camdenton DECA sponsors the event to raise money for their
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program. DECA is a marketing competition offered at the Camdenton High School. Students attend three competitive events throughout the year, depending on if they advance through each event. The competitions require travel and enrollment fees, so the craft festival helps pay expenses for students to attend. The entire arts and crafts show is run by the students — from start to finish. Homemade crafts, jewelry, candles, food, cosmetics, clothing and other items will be for sale. It’s a great shopping experience and one where you will find something unique. The Dogwood Festival Indoor Arts & Crafts Show will be open Friday, April 26 from 5:30-8 p.m. and Saturday, April 27 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. LAKENEWSONLINE.COM
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Christmas for Kids
DECEMBER 15 @ THE LODGE OF FOUR SEASONS
The Kiwanis Club of Ozark Coast hosts the biggest holiday party of the year to raise money and collect toys for needy Lake area children.
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Eagle Days The annual event showcases live eagles and birds of prey with programs and viewing options.
PEOPLE IN PLACES JANUARY 5 & 6 @ LAKE OZARK
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April 10th, Doors open at 5pm, Dinner at 5:30pm At the Lodge of Port Arrowhead
JOIN US AS 20+ RESTAURANTS AROUND THE LAKE GET TOGETHER TO SUPPORT A LOCAL SAFE HOUSE FOR VICTIMS OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING
Tickets $65 or Table Sponsor $800 • Silent Auction Please Call 573-216-4991 • www.stoptraffickinglakeozarks.org LAKENEWSONLINE.COM
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Parting Shot
The official state tree, the Flowering Dogwood is a major part of the Lake’s landscape each spring. The trees typically bloom in April, fading in May. Central Missouri is the best place to see Dogwoods, especially at Lake of the Ozarks where conditions are perfect for them to grow. The Missouri Department of Conservation recommends these places for Dogwood sightings: Camdenton Conservation Department, Big Buffalo Creek Conservation Area in west-central Morgan County, Cooper Hill Conservation Area along the Gasconade River, and Forest 44 Conservation Area in west St. Louis County.
PHOTO BY AL GRIFFIN
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