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Why I Love Living Here: Your neighbors and our staff tell us why. Page 2
Black Lives Matter:
4-year-old expresses it adorably. Page 11 Erin Wicker, owner of Branson’s Wild Orange Boutique. Even her mask spreads a message of kindness. (Photo by K.D. Michaels)
Aug 16 - 18, 2020 • Vol. 1, Issue 123
Branson shop offers more than clothing By K.D. Michaels, Staff Writer Branson’s Wild Orange Boutique is a unique shopping experience, but not just because of the merchandise they carry. From the first step inside the specialty shop, one is immersed in love, encouragement and positivity. It is evident in the clothing they carry, the quotes on the walls, and in any interaction with owner Erin Wicker. Wicker, who hails from Dallas, Texas has been a resident of. the Ozarks for 16 years. “I’ve been in marketing the whole time,” said Wicker. “I worked for Titanic under Mary Kellogg, then I had my own social media business where I had many clients. But, I really had a heart for helping women, and wondered what I could do career-wise that would do just that.”
That desire led Wicker to opening Branson’s Wild Orange Boutique on Branson Landing Boulevard. Wicker noted, “It took me a year of researching everything before I opened, but I know God gave me this store because every obstacle was easy. He opened doors for me and made this a reality. Since, I’ve prayed for Hm to send me women who need encouragement, women that need to love their bodies. This world is so hard and we are so hard on ourselves, I just want to help change that.” The Wild Orange features a variety of clothing, as well as accessories, hand bags and gift items. “We have a lot of graphic t-shirts, we have fun items, gifts, accessories,” said Wicker. “ We want to have something for everyone. We SEE WILD ORANGE, PAGE 5
Junior Auxiliary college scholarships encourage local teens to continue their education
Mosquito Flag?
‘Joke’ is gaining traction in Mississippi. Page 17
WEATHER...page 17
Highs in the 80s, lows in the 60s. Sunny and beautiful!
Submitted to Branson Globe Junior Auxiliary of Taney County (JATC) recently awarded four deserving seniors with college scholarships. JATC provided a $750 non-renewable scholarship to a graduating senior from each of the four Taney County high schools. This year’s
recipients were Cheyenne Brueggeman, Forsyth High School; Kambria Todd, Bradleyville High School; Nicole Soria, Hollister High School and James Larrimore, Branson High School. Selection of these recipients was based primarily on volunteer service to their communities above
and beyond any school requirements in addition to academic accomplishments and personal recommendations. The three others awarded are $750 Scholarcare renewable scholarships. This award is available for up to four years and is presented to graduating seniors
who benefit financially as well as receive a little extra personal encouragement and care packages from JATC members monthly throughout the year. The 2020 awards went to Kayli Nimmo and Bryce Reinke from Branson High SEE SCHOLARSHIPS, PAGE 3