Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. – John 14:27
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Aug. 23 - 25, 2020 • Vol. 1, Issue 126
Teachers’ lessons include more than the basics
INSIDE...
Street Talk:
Are area kiddos ready to go back to school? Page 2
Motorin’:
Midwest Sleds drive in to Branson. Page 6
Love in a time of COVID: Hospital helps couple say ‘I do’. Page 11
WEATHER...page 17
A dry week ahead here in the Ozarks. Highs in the 90s &Vlows in the upper 60s to lower 70’s
Renea Daniels, Executive Commercial Loan Assistant & Hollister School Board Member; Dr. Brian Wilson, Superintendent of Hollister Schools; and Joe Loth, President & CEO of Central Bank of Branson. (Special to Branson Globe)
Central Bank donates to Hollister Schools character education program Special to Branson Globe Central Bank of Branson donated its yearly $6,000 contribution to Hollister School’s Character Education program on August 19. Since 2007, Central Bank has been providing a yearly donation to Hollister Schools to help offset some of the costs associated with the program. Since it was originally chartered
in 1950, Central Bank of Branson has been a strong supporter of area schools. Through the years, there have been countless times this bank has led the way by donating financial resources, as well as volunteer hours, to assist local schools. “As a community bank, we believe it is vital to invest in our area,” Central Bank of Branson President Joe Loth said. “One of
the best ways we can do that is through investing in our schools and helping with great programs like this.” Central Bank of Branson has been serving the financial needs of the Tri-Lakes Area since 1950. For more information, you can visit them on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/CentralBankBranson or online at www.CentralBank.net.
By K.D. Michaels With the beginning of a new school year just around the corner, many people turn their thoughts to years past, with remembrances of their own school years, or those of their children. In many cases, those memories include fond thoughts of favorite teachers, who, through wisdom, patience, time, and compassion, molded young students and made an impression on their lives. One local mother, Heather Garibay, recalls a teacher that made a big impact on her young daughter. “My daughter, Gracelin, has had so many amazing teachers, but there is one who goes above and beyond,” said Garibay. “Her name is Ms. Veronica Dillard. When she saw Gracelin needed extra assistance, she tutored her, on her own time, free of charge. She made my daughter feel special, and important.” Another local parent, Letha Dixon, whose daughter attends school in Omaha, Arkansas, has high praise for a couple of teachers. “I am so thankful for Mrs. Hicks, of Omaha school,” Dixon noted. “Between her and the grace of God, my son graduated. Hands down, she is one of the best teachers my family ever had. We are also so grateful for Mrs. Polston. She is so loving and so patient, and we’re excited SEE TEACHERS, PAGE 3