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The “United We Stand” Christmas tree is aglow against the background of the Branson Ferris Wheel. (Special to Branson Globe)

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By K.D. Michaels, Staff Writer Hundreds were in attendance on Wednesday evening as Branson celebrated the lighting of a special new Christmas tree.

“United We Stand” is a new community Christmas tree display located next to the Branson Ferris Wheel. At 39 feet tall, the LED-lit tree stands atop the words “peace, hope, joy and love,” with a six-foot starburst on top. The tree signifies a united community and country.

Another special feature of the new community Christmas tree is the ornaments. The “United We Stand” tree boasts ornaments from every state in the union.

“A few years ago, a lady we all know named Hillary said it takes a village to raise a child,” said Pete Herschend, co-founder of Branson’s Silver Dollar City and Chairman of The Branson Christmas Coalition, at the lighting ceremony. “Well, it

Find Veterans Week events in The Globe Staff Reports Welcome to Veterans Week from all of us at The Branson Globe! Each issue of The Globe online and in print through November 13 will cover the special events held to honor those who so bravely sacrificed for our country and their families.

As usual, the Branson Globe is available online at bransonglobe. com, and will be available in print on Friday, November 6 and Friday, November 13.

To all of you visiting the area for Veterans Week, let us be the first to say “welcome home!” and thank you for your service.

takes a community like Branson to have a Christmas tree like this. And, it takes a governor like ours. I called our governor and told him we wanted something from every state in the nation, and he did it!”

In addition to the unique ornaments provided from each state, the Branson Christmas Coalition provided blank ornaments to local schools, businesses and organizations to decorate.

The “United We Stand” tree includes ornaments decorated by a number of area shows and attractions and other businesses, as well as several that were decorated by Branson High School students. Additionally, the red ribbon wrapped around the tree from top to bottom was signed by many members of the community.

“I don’t think this tree could have come together anywhere SEE UNITED, PAGE 10

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Aaron Tippin to perform Veterans Day benefit concert Submitted to Branson Globe American country music artist and record producer Aaron Tippin will perform a benefit concert for the USA Veterans Hope Center at 8 p.m. at the Branson Star Theater, 3750

West 76 Country Boulevard, on November 11, Veterans Day. Tippin’s debut single, “You’ve Got to Stand for Something” became an anthem for American SEE CONCERT, PAGE 5

By Cindy Thomas, Staff Writer Even though 2020 has been a hard year, that isn’t stopping Branson from hosting its annual Veterans Week, November 5–11.

Local veterans’ groups, the Chamber of Commerce and community Veterans Task Force, and P.O.W. Network will join in seven days of special events, culminating in one of the country’s best and largest Veterans Day parades on Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 11 a.m.

An overview of the week’s activities is as follows: • Veterans Village, daily at Ballparks of America, including free mess hall lunch for veterans. See more in article at right.

• Traveling Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall, daily at Welk Resort Theatre • POW/MIA remembrance service, Nov. 6 at 8 a.m., at Vietnam Memorial Wall • Vietnam vets’ reunion, Nov. 6 at Westgate Resort • Sandbox party for Gulf vet-

erans, Nov. 7 at Mel’s Hard Luck Diner • Homefront Hero spouse luncheon, Nov. 7 at Branson Meadows • Veterans’ tribute Sunday worship service with Barbara Fairchild, Nov. 8 at Branson Famous Theatre • 24th Annual Military Gala, Nov. 8, 5 p.m.; $55 reservations required; hosted by P.O.W. Network, featuring USMC birthday celebration, fireworks, dancing and entertainment • Veterans’ tribute show hosted by Clay Cooper Theatre • Korean War veterans’ mini reunion, Nov. 9 at Stone Castle Hotel • Veterans’ tribute show hosted by Barbara Fairchild and Roy Morris, Nov. 10 at Yakov Theatre • 88th Annual Veterans Day parade, Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. in downtown Branson Several other local theatres are offering special veteran discounts during the week. The

Veterans Memorial Museum, celebrating its 20th year this year, also offers discounts and is free to WWII veterans. See the online Branson Bugle, https:// w w w. b r a n s o n c h a m b e r. c o m / the-branson-bugle/, or call your favorite shows or the Branson Chamber of Commerce, 417334-4084 for information.

Local ordinances regarding COVID-19 safety will be observed at all venues. Most events are free to veterans but may request an RSVP; some have a charge for nonveteran family members. Due to last-minute changes that may be necessary due to COVID-19 precautions, please visit the Veterans Task Force website, https://www.bransonveterans. com/veteranshomecomingweek, or the P.O.W. Network website, https://www.pownetwork.org/2004_index2.html, for up-to-date information regarding times and venues, as well as phone numbers for further information.

COVID-19 in Stone and Taney counties, by the numbers: (As of 11/5/2020. Data provided by TCHD and SCHD websites) CONFIRMED POSITIVE CASES TANEY COUNTY 1,403 STONE COUNTY 778

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If you want to see the parade, plan ahead, get there early

By David Stoltz, Staff Writer Make your plans now to attend Branson’s 88th Annual Veterans Day parade!

Although the parade begins at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 11, preparations will begin at midnight as some streets will be blocked off early.

Commercial Street will be shut down at midnight, so there will be no parking or access to downtown Commercial Street after midnight. Also, the south end of the Bass Pro’s parking lot will be shut down for parking or traffic at midnight.

The 53-unit parade will begin on Sycamore Street and go southbound to Long Street, then turn northward on Branson Landing Boulevard, then south on Commercial, east on College, and then finish up near the starting point on Sycamore Street.

Parade units will come in on Veterans Boulevard and enter the staging area via Price Street.

Sycamore Street and portions SEE PARADE, PAGE 8

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soldiers during the Gulf War and established him as a true patriot.

Many of his songs were themed to uplift the USA as well.

Army veteran Jerry W. Franklin, a local businessman and chairman of the commercial real estate firm, JW Franklin Co., has partnered with USA Veterans Hope Center—a 501(c) (3) organization—to provide expanded services to veterans throughout the Midwest.

USA Veterans Hope Center provides counseling and support services to veterans at risk of suicide and in need of a career. The new Captain’s Table Restaurant (formerly Doc’s) is owned by Franklin, operated by veterans, and in the near term, owned by USA Veterans Hope Center.

“As a veteran, I have not ever been more excited to support a not-for-profit,” Franklin said.

Through the USA Veterans Hope Center, veterans will be trained in all aspects of food service then enter the workforce equipped with new skills, self-sufficient training and regained self-respect. The Captain’s Table Restaurant is targeting the first week of November to be open to the public with service provided by properly trained veterans.

The Center will offer expanded services to veterans at the Branson Star Theater/Veterans Event Center, which is in the process of becoming property of USA Veterans Hope Center.

Tickets for the benefit concert may be purchased online at bransonstartheater.com or by calling the theater at 417-320-3418. Learn more about USA Veterans Hope Center at usavhc.org.

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Reflections: In the midst of it all, God has a plan First Amendment to the United States Constitution Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.

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By Cindy Thomas, Staff Writer By the time this column hits the newsstand or goes online, Election Week 2020 will be in the books. As of this writing, votes were still being tallied for the presidency, but many were calling it a Biden/Harris win, with Republicans mourning the likely loss of the presidency and Democrats annoyed that their half-billion-dollar effort to gain control of the Senate fell short. Libertarians and Constitutionalists wish their candidates could have had at least some of the publicity. State elections have produced mixed emotions complicated by continuing concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic.

As Christians of varying political persuasions, how should we respond to one of the craziest election seasons in recent memory? A couple of things are worth noting.

Most importantly, whatever the outcome of the presidential and other races, that outcome didn’t surprise God. Rapper Kanye West, whose 60,000 votes didn’t exactly put him in striking distance, actually summed it up quite well: “God has a plan.”

The prophet Daniel would have agreed. As he thanked God in his prayer of Daniel 2 for giving the interpretation of Nebuchadnezzar’s dream, thereby saving the

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lives of the entire crew of wise men, Daniel acknowledged that God “changes the times and seasons; he removes kings and raises up kings” (v. 21, NKJV). The king and his ridiculous decree were only a thing because God allowed it. Daniel knew that, and he continued faithful even when circumstances turned scary.

The Apostle Paul reminded readers in his Roman letter that “there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are appointed by God” (Romans 13:1, NKJV). Even under powerful and often cruel Roman rule, Paul urged that “prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for all men, for kings and all who are in authority, that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and reverence” (1 Timothy 2:2, NKJV).

Wait a minute—did Paul actually say to give thanks? Maybe it

makes sense to pray, but to give thanks? Even if they’re not the ones we voted for? Maybe the clue is in the next verse, which reminds us that God desires all people—that would include our less than favorite candidates—to come to knowledge of the truth.

Perhaps we can pray that the job stress causes them to realize they need God’s help. We can thank God for their example, good or bad, and use it as a teaching moment. We can pray and thank God for potential encounters that point them to him, even if we still wish he had checked with us before allowing them to be elected.

Jesus had something to say about such encounters as he and his disciples observed the Passover shortly before his crucifixion. As recorded in John 14:17, Jesus promises his followers a helper, the Holy Spirit, to teach them and guide them to truth.

In our increasingly secularized culture, objective truth is out of vogue; instead, there’s “what’s true for you may not be true for me,” or “the Bible is out of date.”

Although technology and social media have made such confusion more obvious, it was happening long before this election, and it was happening in Jesus’ and Paul’s day. Bottom line is, there won’t be truth in this world unless Christ-followers bring it, boldly and unashamedly, with the guidance of the Holy Spirit. No matter

who is president or governor, no matter who controls the House or Senate or state legislature, our job is clear.

That, then, is an appropriate individual response to a stressful election season in which the voting percentages show a deep divide in our nation, our local communities, even our churches.

Jesus knew his disciples would be left in a culture that didn’t always agree with them, yet he gave the Holy Spirit as the means to bring truth into that culture. If there are ungodly leaders in Washington, our state, or our communities, we can ask God to put people and circumstances into their lives that reveal truth. With the Holy Spirit’s help, we can be the person who brings truth into our own sphere of influence.

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Rally planned November 8 at Faith & Wisdom Church Submitted to Branson Globe Dr. Cecil Todd will lead a rally entitled “Lord, Heal Our Land” at Faith & Wisdom Church on Sunday, November 8 at 10:30 a.m. Faith & Wisdom Church is located at 3950 Green Mountain Drive in Branson. The rally is free and open to the public.

According to Pastor Carol McSpadden of Faith & Wisdom Church, “the purpose of the special service is to call America to repentance and prayer, beginning with our church, and to help bring healing to our beloved country.” Special honor and recognition will be given to all veterans who attend the service.

Todd, founder and president of Revival Fires Ministry in

Branson West, has been in ministry for more than 70 years. According to a news release, Todd has been asked to provide Bibles for new recruits into the armed services. So far, 3,700 Bibles have been provided to recruits at Ft. Benning, Georgia, and another 5,000 have gone to recruits at Ft. Sill, Oklahoma. Ten thousand more Bibles are currently being printed for Great Lakes Naval Training Center in Illinois.

“Everyone attending this special service at Branson’s Faith & Wisdom Church on Sunday, November 8 will be given the opportunity to help with the Bible effort for these new recruits,” said Todd.

Todd will be joined for the service by gospel recording artist Lydia Abbot.

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The Polar Express™ Journey to the North Pole comes to FlyRide® Submitted to Branson Globe BRANSON, MO – (November 4, 2020) – Branson’s newest attraction, FlyRide® announces the addition of THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Journey to the North Pole now through January 3.

“Bringing this holiday favorite to

FlyRide®, will allow our guests to be fully immersed alongside the story’s main character who takes a thrilling train ride to the North Pole. Guests will experience the excitement of the dips, turns and slides of the train’s runaway episode, giving them

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We are excited to see THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Journey to the North Pole become a must-do holiday tradition for our Branson visitors. If we can bring a smile to a child’s face, our job is done,” said Turner.

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Journey to the North Pole is based on the inspiring and beloved Caldecott Medal winning children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg.

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This year’s grand marshal will be COL John Manning, U.S. Army (Ret.) and Branson assistant city administrator.

Parking will be at a premium, so parade goers are encouraged to arrive early.

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Branson Landing Boulevard will be closed to traffic at 10:30 a.m. and will remain closed until the parade is completed.

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Armed Forces Tribute Tree debuts at Branson’s Festival of Trees Submitted to Branson Globe Skaggs Foundation unveiled a new and unique opportunity to honor a loved one who is serving or has served in the military. The Foundation’s Armed Forces Tribute Tree is on display now at Branson’s Festival of Trees at Branson Landing, and the public is invited to be a part of it.

For $10, individuals or businesses may purchase a seasonal red, white and blue bow to be displayed on the tree. A card will be attached to each bow purchased, recognizing a loved one for their service.

The Armed Forces Tribute Tree will be on display at the Festival of Trees through the month of November. In December, the tree will return to Skaggs Foundation’s office on the Cox Medical Center Branson campus and remain on display through the remainder of the holiday season.

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The tree lighting was held the night after an unprecedented election day in our nation and on the eve of Branson’s Veter-

ans week. Timely, according to Herschend, for a tree that represents and honors our community’s Christian roots as well as its patriotic pride.

Hosted by Mike Patrick, the lighting ceremony featured Christmas music by the talented quartet New South of the Grand Country Music Hall. Following the event, those in attendance enjoyed a fantastic Christmas lighting display at The Branson Ferris Wheel, followed by Ferris Wheel rides at a special reduced rate, with proceeds benefiting Branson’s Holiday Assistance Program, organized by the Branson School District.

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To be considered a “landmark” tree, the display must be a single tree of at least 20 feet in height, a collection of ten or more trees in one area, or a tree that is a one-of-a-kind presentation.

These landmark tree displays have gained Branson the title of “America’s Christmas Tree City” and helped boost visitors during the Ozark Mountain Christmas season.

The new community tree is on display at The Branson Ferris Wheel, located at 3335 West 76 Country Boulevard.

‘Stockings for Christ’ to collect socks for families, seniors

State ornaments glimmer on the tree. (Photo by Roger Frieze)

Submitted to Branson Globe Trinity Christian Academy in Hollister has partnered with “Stockings for Christ” to organize a sock drive benefiting local families and senior centers.

Donations of new socks may be dropped off at Trinity Christian Academy, 119 Myrtle Avenue, Hollister, throughout the month

of November. Pickup from your local church or organization can be arranged by calling 417-3347084. The collected socks will be distributed the first week of December.

For more information, please call Trinity Christian Academy at 417-334-7084.

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The Cancer Journey, week 2: Cancer in a pandemic

By Cindy Thomas, Staff Writer As Karen Halfpop prepares to have surgery next week, let’s take a moment to consider the larger picture of healthcare right now. Has the pandemic impacted people who need medical care for other reasons?

Yes, according to the Centers for Disease Control. In September 2020, the CDC reported on a summer study showing that

many people not only skipped or postponed routine checkups and preventative screenings, but also neglected to have nagging health concerns checked or even avoided going to the emergency room for heart attack symptoms and other serious issues. Many doctors report having seen patients who would have had much better outcomes had they come in earlier.

Reasons given by study respondents were varied. Fear of COVID-19 exposure at the medical facility was a big one, as were public transportation problems and fear of being alone and unable to advocate for themselves, since family members were not allowed inside with the patient. This writer confesses to making quite a scene when her 94-year-old World War II vet-

eran father, who has mild cognitive problems and occasional confusion, had to be taken to the ER, and she was told to wait in the parking lot for phone updates. The situation was resolved when a doctor realized the need for a family advocate and arranged for her to be screened and allowed in briefly, but other families have not been so lucky. More than one family

member has waited anxiously only to find their loved one died, alone.

Fortunately for Karen and her family, she didn’t postpone her routine mammogram and having the results checked out, and her treatment can move forward without delay. Karen was also pleased to find that some of the frightening restrictions have eased up a little in many facilities. The current policy at Cox Branson’s outpatient center is one visitor per patient. Her husband has been able to accompany her to her appointments at the Women’s Center, and he will be with her on her surgery and treatment days as her driver.

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utes and the last 30 minutes, to assist with registration and medical history, and to make sure discharge instructions are understood. However, a Cox spokesperson said the policy

may be affected by the nature of the diagnosis and the need as determined by the care team.

Policies also vary for caregivers of minors, patients receiving end-of-life care, and other special circumstances. Most facilities have a web page dedicated to updates regarding visitor pol-

Branson First Assembly to host fall festival Saturday

By Cindy Thomas, Staff Writer Branson First Assembly of God invites the community to a Fall Festival on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the church fellowship hall at 399 Hwy. T, just off east Hwy. 76 in Branson.

The festival will feature arts and crafts and other local products, so there will be plenty of gift-giving ideas. Pastor Stan Miller said the congregation

is excited to offer a fun activity, especially during such a stressful season this year, and hopes to make it an annual event. Vendors’ fees will be designated for a good cause each year, with this year’s helping pay for the church’s new concrete parking lot, which allows convenient access to the facility and festival.

Local ordinances will be observed pertaining to Covid-19 precautions.

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icies. For the most current information for Cox Branson, visit https://www.coxhealth.com/ coronavirus/.

Many routine doctor visits or initial inquiries about concerning symptoms can now be done virtually, reducing the need for

those with compromised immune systems to travel to a facility. Call your provider to find out. The important thing is, don’t compromise your health due to fear—your health care team is working hard to make sure you can get the care you need.

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Northwoods Park offers affordable housing in new development for age 50-plus residents

By Gary J. Groman, Independent Writer The land, formerly containing Northwoods Mobile & RV Park, at 640 State Highway 248 in Branson has been acquired by local developer Northwoods Mobile Home Park, LLC. Madison Redford, a

spokesperson for the developer, said the 15-acre parcel is being developed into “Northwoods Park,” a modular home park exclusively for those 50 years old and older.

Redford said Northwoods Park’s location provides the feel of country living while being close

to the “city services” its targeted residents want and need. The Mercy and Cox medical facilities, three major grocery stores, and the shopping of Branson Hills and Branson Landing are all within about a five-minute drive of the park. Northwoods Park has city

water and sewer, underground utilities, and electric service provided by Liberty Utilities.

The development consists of 60 modular homes. Each will be on its own landscaped space, be skirted, and will have a concrete sidewalk and parking area for two vehicles. The park is pet-friendly, permitting up to two dogs per home.

The modular homes in the development include homes manufactured by Clayton Homes and Skyline, will vary in size and price. Redford said, “We currently have two models on display, a two-bedroom/onebath model starting at $69,900 and a two-bedroom/two-bath model starting at $79,900. Additional units coming in include a three-bedroom two-bath double-wide home. Additional options include decking carports and small sheds.”

“Each home has a five-year

protection plan on its major components, including plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and water,” Redford said. “A heat pump HVAC system and the R-22 floor, R-11 exterior wall, R-30 ceiling insulation enhance the energy efficiency of the homes.

In addition to the home’s cost, there is a monthly lot rental fee of $395. The fee includes water, sewer, trash, snow removal, and mowing and is guaranteed not to go higher for at least three years.

The individual homeowner is responsible for electricity, cable, internet, etc.

Northwoods Park does inhouse financing and will be holding an open house on Saturday, November 7, from 10 AM until 2 PM. For further information, call (417) 320-6014 or visit the Northwoods Park Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ Northwoods-Mobile-HomePark-111685900738784.

The two-bed, two-bath home features a spacious kitchen area with an island. (Photo by Gary Groman)

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Branson P.D.’s ‘No-Shave November’ to help one of their own

By K.D. Michaels, Staff Writer The Branson Police Department is again participating in “No Shave November.”

This is the second year for Branson to participate in the unique event and a fun way for members of the Branson Police Force to help one of their own.

“Last year we raised money for Scott Britton, a former employee of the Branson Police Department, who was battling cancer,” said Bryan Miller, Branson Police Department Training and Recruitment Coordinator. “He, unfortunately, lost that battle.”

This year, the funds are benefitting another officer.

Said Assistant Police Chief

Eric Schmitt, “One of our lieutenants had a son diagnosed with bone cancer, and he is headed to MD Anderson Cancer Center. The son, Andrue, has been an explorer cadet with us for years and just finished his studies to start pursuing a career in law enforcement. I know of no nicer family, and we want to help as much as possible.”

Officers participating in No Shave November donate funds, in lieu of shaving, to help meet the family’s financial needs. The officers pay for the privilege of growing a beard. Additionally, members of the community can sponsor a police officer for only $50, with the proceeds benefiting Lieutenant Barnwell and his

family, to help with travel expenses to and from the cancer center in Houston, Texas.

According to Miller, the majority of the police department is participating in the benefit, approximately 90 percent, to aid their fellow officer.

“If anyone would like to sponsor a police officer, all they have to do is contact the Branson Police Department,” said Miller. “It is being organized through our Police Department Association.”

If you can’t sponsor an offi-

cer, but would still like to help with the benefit, donations are being accepted for the Barnwell family’s travel fund.

Said Miller, “I like to tell people, in regards to donations, a dollar is helpful, and $10 is ten times as helpful.”

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New management brings changes to Oak Grove Inn

By K.D. Michaels, Staff Writer Branson’s Oak Grove Inn is now under new management. Rebecca Leslie and husband, Carl, recently took over management of one of Branson’s best-loved motels.

Hailing from Louisiana, the Leslies moved to Branson four years ago.

“I’ve always wanted to retire to Branson,” said Rebecca. “My husband was working in the oil fields, and when that business crashed, we finally decided it was time to move.

I have worked in the Branson theatres most of the time since we moved here.”

Rebecca and Carl have already begun remodeling on the Oak Grove Inn. “We’ve done a lot of painting and changed out the mattresses to pillow tops,” said Rebecca. “We’ve put crown moulding around the rooms. We’re just making it nicer for our guests. My husband is also going to be laying out flooring in the rooms, changing them from carpet to laminate flooring.”

While Carl is in charge of maintenance, Rebecca runs the office in the 74-unit motel that she describes as “old-school.”

Said Rebecca, “We still use keys. We don’t have key cards, and I like that. It makes it feel more like home, and our guests feel safe. Of course, our rooms also have deadbolt locks too.”

Visitors to Oak Grove Inn can choose from a variety of room types, including king or double queen rooms, handicapped rooms, and designated pet-friendly rooms that welcome small dogs (a 25-pound limit).

“We also have a couple adjoining rooms, and we have some suites,” said Rebecca. “Our suites have four beds. They are really like two rooms; each room has a TV, there’s a couch, and the bathroom is in the middle between the sleeping areas.”

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The sign proclaims new management at Oak Grove Inn. (Photo by K.D. Michaels)

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wall-mounted flat-screen television, a refrigerator, a microwave, a hair dryer and a coffee pot. Cribs are available as well. Rooms are all nonsmoking, but smoking is permitted in designated areas outside.

Above all, the rooms are cozy, comfortable and exceptionally clean.

The property also features free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool, and picnic tables, perfect for a relaxing lunch.

A washer and dryer are available for guest use—free of charge.

Previously the motel offered guests a complimentary breakfast of muffins and coffee each morn-

ing, but current COVID-19 restrictions have stalled that. However, the Leslies are hoping to again serve breakfast next season, with an expanded menu.

“I want to add more,” said Rebecca. “Glazed donuts, juice for the kids, little things like that. Parents, when they come on vacation, like to have breakfast at their motel in the mornings before they start their day.

It keeps things more affordable.”

And, affordable it is. Regular rates are $59.99 plus tax, for one or two people, but the Leslies are currently offering a winter special with room rates of just $40 for a standard room during the months of November and December.

The Oak Grove Inn is conveniently located at 235 Gretna Road, just off of 76 Country Boulevard, behind the Branson Ferris Wheel, and within walking distance of the popular Titanic attraction.

“We are away from traffic, but we are near restaurants, theaters, attractions and grocery stores,” said

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Rebecca. “You can’t ask for anything better.”

Rebecca added that she and her staff strive to make sure every guest who visits Oak Grove Inn is satisfied.

“We are a very family-oriented motel. We have a great, friendly staff,” Rebecca noted. “We love our guests, and when they have a need,

we want to be there for them. We want to be there when they need directions. We want to be there when they need tickets. When they need something in their room, we take care of it right away. That’s our goal. We want our guests to feel welcome, to feel at home and to enjoy their time here.”

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C of O to host virtual commencement this Sunday, November 8 Submitted to Branson Globe POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — In order to ensure the safety of its campus community during the pandemic, College of the Ozarks will host its baccalaureate/commencement activities virtually this year.

A link to the prerecorded commencement ceremonies will be accessible this Sunday, Nov. 8, through a digital banner at the top of the cofo.edu website. After Sunday, the link will be moved to the 2020 graduates’ page. This section can be found on the homepage of the website.

The virtual format will allow for alumni, graduates and others to participate in these activities safely and without the need to travel.

College administrators have been working closely with local health authorities and following the guidelines of the CDC to make informed decisions. Dr. Eric Bolger, vice president for academic affairs and dean of the College, said the primary

factor in the decision to have a virtual graduation was student safety.

“At this time, COVID-19 is still prevalent in the local community and region,” Bolger said.

“The College is doing all it can to keep the virus from campus, including putting restrictions on students and other members of the campus community. In light of this situation, the wisest course of action was to plan to have the ceremonies scheduled for Nov. 8 online.”

The focus of commencement will be on students and the successful completion of their degrees, with a reading of graduates’ names, major(s), and academic honors, accompanied by photos of the students. Josh Hawley will give a brief statement congratulating the graduates on the success of their journey. At the end of the ceremonies, a montage of the graduates will be played, giving viewers a glimpse into campus life before COVID-19.

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By K.D. Michaels, Staff Writer Branson entertainer Tim Hadler, star of the Hank Williams Revisited Show, will host a special CD release party Sunday to benefit area veterans.

The inspirational CD, “The Great I Am”, features 11 gospel songs written or inspired by Leon Faddis, a veteran of the Second World War. Faddis, 94, is a volunteer at GUMI Camp USA, a healing retreat for American Veterans, For years Faddis suffered from PTSD, as he blamed himself for the loss of over 700 men during the war, when a Kamikaze plane flew into the USS Franklin. A spotter on the USS Alaska, one of several ships assigned to protect the Franklin, Faddis felt responsible for the tragedy.

Faddis relayed that story to Hadler, founder of GUMI Camp USA, and the result was the song “Scream”, a track off of the CD. along with 19 other songs the pair collaborated to write.

Telling the stories through song has brought about some healing for Fad-

Tuttle will be joining Hadler at the event, playing some Hank Williams tunes.

The event will include a live and silent auction, as well as refreshments.

Each attendee will receive a copy of the CD. A love offering will be taken, with all proceeds going to GUMI Camp USA. GUMI Camp USA is a retreat for homeless and/or jobless veterans, who receive room and board while working for six months at the camp.

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CD release party on Sunday benefits area veterans dis, as his night terrors have decreased.

Hadler teamed up with country superstar Collin Raye and American Idol runner-up Clark Beckham to record this unique project. The CD was produced by Kent Wells, long-time producer of legendary Dolly Parton Sunday’s CD Release party will feature video of Hadler, Collin Raye and Clark Beckham in the recording studio, working on the CD, as well as audio cuts from the project. Branson musicians Rick McEwen and Bob

GUMI stands for “Glad U Made It”, and the camp helps struggling veterans back on their feet, and back into society. At the end of the six-month program, the veteran will graduate, and will then have the option of returning home

or staying at the camp and assisting in enrolling new veterans.

The CD Release party is slated for Sunday, November 8, at 2:30 pm, at the Little Opry Theatre, inside The Branson IMAX complex. Everyone is invited to attend.

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Submitted to Branson Globe Branson Police Officer Darold Donathan accepted the LAGERS’ 2020 Local Government Hero Award at the Missouri LAGERS Annual meeting on October 30, 2020, at the Lake of the Ozarks.

Officer Donathan was chosen out

Assistant Superintendent and the City of Columbia’s Assistant City Manager. This award was created to celebrate local government service in Missouri communities and is given to people who exemplify the LAGERS values of dedication, respect, teamwork, integrity, excellence,

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Branson police officer receives statewide Hero Award of 23 nominees from across the state of Missouri who embody the values and dedication it takes to be the best in their fields, working as a public servant every day to make their communities better. The top three finalists included Officer Donathan, the City of Monett’s Public Works

communication and accountability.

“Officer Donathan embodies all this award symbolizes. He is a consummate professional and strives to make a difference every day in the Branson community with a servant’s heart,” said Branson Police Chief Jeff Matthews. “This is a great honor for Officer Donathan but it really speaks to the level of professionalism and dedication all City of Branson employees have toward our residents and visitors,” said Chief Matthews.

LAGERS is a non-profit, public pension system committed to providing and preserving retirement security for those dedicated to serving Missouri’s communities. As part of

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the award, Officer Donathan received $1,000 for local community outreach projects.

For a LAGERS video featuring officer Donathan, go to https://vimeo.com/472286246.

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Ashcroft applauds Missourians for smooth election, high turnout Missouri Secretary of State’s Office Jefferson City, Mo. — Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft is thanking voters, election officials and poll workers today for helping to make yesterday’s general election a success.

“The success of yesterday’s historic election is thanks to the tireless effort of Missouri’s voters, election authorities and poll workers,” Ashcroft said.

“Election officials and their staff work long hours under

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working, and patriotic. We celebrate them and all of their many achievements.”

“This graduating class has had to deal with significant disappointment due to the pandemic. My prayer for them is that God will use the unique challenges they have faced to produce in them endurance, character, and hope, as Paul writes in Romans 5:3-5, and that these traits will help them to be successful as they move into their careers.”

Each year at commencement, two faculty awards — one for teaching excellence and one for professional excellence — are bestowed upon faculty members who have shown excellence in their work. Bolger will announce the award winners during the commencement ceremonies.

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“We were hoping to welcome all our deserving graduates back to campus to recognize them during live commencement ceremonies, but we also knew we had to weigh the risks of bringing graduates and their families and loved ones back to campus,” Bolger said. “We are so proud of each and every one of these hardworking individuals. They gave of themselves in ways great and small while on campus with us for four years, and now we are confident they will enter their communities as citizens of Christ-like character who are well-educated, hard-

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stressful conditions, and it’s their preparation in the weeks and months prior and their diligent effort on Election Day that made Missouri’s elections run smoothly. It was great to see so many Missourians participating

in our democracy and making their voices heard.”

According to unofficial results, about 70% of the roughly 4.3 million registered Missourians voted in yesterday’s general election.

Results posted on the Election

Night Reporting site are unofficial.

Local election authorities have two weeks after the election to report their certified results to the Secretary of State, and the Secretary’s Office must certify the state results by Dec. 8.

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Amazon announces first fulfillment center in Republic Business Wire Amazon.com, Inc. announced plans to open its first fulfillment center in Republic, Missouri. The new fulfillment center, which is anticipated to launch in 2021, will create over 500 new, full-time jobs with industry-leading pay and comprehensive benefits starting on day one.

“We are proud to be bringing our newest Amazon facility to the city of Republic along with over five hundred great fulltime jobs with highly competitive pay, benefits from day-one, and ongoing training,” said Alicia Boler Davis, Amazon’s vice president of global customer fulfillment. “We are excited for our future in Missouri and for what this means for our customers across the state as we continue to grow. We’d like to

thank the community of Republic and local and state leaders for their strong support in making this project possible.”

“Every day at Amazon, incredible employees come together to deliver magical experiences for customers. In the new one million square-foot fulfillment center Amazon associates will work to pick, pack, and ship bulky or larger-sized customer items such as patio furniture, outdoor equipment, or rugs.

“Now more than ever, jobs like these are critical to Missourians and our economy,” said Missouri Governor Mike Parson. “Amazon’s expansion in Republic and the 500 new jobs it will create will greatly impact the local community and Missouri as a whole. We are proud to see companies like Amazon

growing in our state and creating more opportunities for our citizens.”

On top of Amazon’s industry-leading minimum $15 per hour wage, the company offers full-time employees comprehensive benefits including full medical, vision, and dental insurance as well as a 401(k) with 50 percent match starting on day one. Amazon prioritizes the safety and health of its employees and has invested millions of dollars to provide a safe workplace. The company also offers up to 20 weeks of maternal and parental paid leave and innovative benefits such as Leave Share and Ramp Back, which give new parents flexibility to support their growing families.

Amazon leverages its scale for good to support local communities. Amazon has pledged

to invest over $700 million to provide upskilling training for 100,000 U.S. employees for in-demand jobs. The programs will help Amazon team members from all backgrounds access training to move into highly skilled roles across the company’s corporate offices, tech hubs, fulfillment centers, retail stores, and transportation network, or pursue career paths outside of Amazon.

Amazon in Missouri: • Since 2010, Amazon has created more than 4,500 jobs in Missouri and invested more than $780 million across the state, including infrastructure and compensation to our employees.

• Amazon’s investments have contributed more than $685 million in GDP to the Missouri economy and

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have helped create over 3,000 indirect jobs on top of Amazon’s direct hires – from jobs in construction and logistics to professional services.

More than 24,500 small and medium businesses and independent authors in Missouri are selling to customers in Amazon’s store, creating thousands of additional jobs across the state.

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Birds are international travelers that always find their way home

By Peg Craft, Missouri Dept. of Conservation An airplane pilot sits behind a panel of instruments that help get the plane safely to its destination.

Migrating birds, it seems, use some of the same tools.

Birds, of course, don’t have mechanical instruments, just their brains and senses. These amazing creatures find their way to far-off destinations using a variety of cues.

By observing the positions of the sun and the stars, in conjunction with an internal sense of time, migrating birds are able to determine their position on the surface of the earth. If it is overcast, they can still detect polarized light from the sun. The ears of songbirds can hear far lower frequency sounds, those that travel hundreds of miles, than the ears of humans.

This may enable a bird to plot its course by hearing the sounds of seashores and distant mountain ranges. Doves actually have metal in their brains that enable them to navigate by sensing differences in the earth’s magnetic field. As birds approach their destinations,

they may be able to recognize landmarks or even smells.

Miraculously, through use of these many cues, the swallow wintering in Brazil can travel 5,000 miles each spring and return precisely to your backyard!

Birding Tips and Tools Whether birding from your backyard or further out, try these tips and tools to help you get started.

• Choose the right binoculars.

Choose binoculars that have a right eyepiece that can be adjusted for individual eye differences and that also have central focusing to adjust for various distances. Many birders prefer a magnification of 8x42 or 10x42.

• Get a bird field guide. Some birders prefer field guides with photographs; others like illustrations. Our online field guide is a good place to start identifying birds you see in Missouri.

• Spotting scopes can help!

Spotting scopes offer higher levels of magnification than binoculars.

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Learn bird songs. Knowing bird sons will expand your ability to tell one species from another. Often birds remain hidden and sound is the only way to identify them. Song

differences are also the best way to identify certain lookalike species, such as alder and willow flycatchers.

A few bird identification apps are free. These include Merlin Bird ID

by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and the Audubon app, but most high-quality apps cost a fee so creators can be competitive with book guides. Most of these apps have a one-time fee of less than $10.

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Election day over, Chiefs’ Mahomes refocuses on football KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Now that Election Day is over, Patrick Mahomes can turn his focus back to the football season.

Well, sort of over.

As the nation awaited final results in several battleground states Wednesday, the quarterback of the

Kansas City Chiefs still could rest well knowing he did his part to ensure people of Kansas City had a chance to let their voices be heard.

Mahomes was a major factor in turning Arrowhead Stadium into a polling place Tuesday, going so far as footing half the bill to help cover

the cost of 40 voting machines and other necessities that allowed people of Jackson County to vote there.

“I think Arrowhead ended up being a great spot for people to come together, go out and get your vote — a great place where everything was ran well,” Mahomes

said Wednesday. “Hopefully we can continue to do that.”

The Chiefs spent plenty of time discussing the election, both formally and informally, and Mahomes said it was invaluable to learn the thoughts, opinions and what was important to everybody else in the locker room.

“You have those conversations because you have people that come from different backgrounds, different areas of the country,” he said.

“You talk and listen and get different perspectives. We try to keep out of the politics because it can be so divisive, but we want to be understanding no matter who you vote for.”

For some voters in Jackson County and neighboring Clay County, that turned out to be Mahomes — he was the write-in vote for president on several ballots.

Alas, the 25-year-old Mahomes won’t meet the age requirement for another decade.

“Maybe later I’ll think of a slogan or something like that,” Mahomes said.

Tyrann Mathieu and several other members of the Chiefs also were instrumental in getting out

the vote, and their activism within the community was embraced by the organization rather than bemoaned as a potential distraction.

It sure didn’t seem as if Mahomes was distracted. He threw for 416 yards and five TDs last Sunday against the Jets.

Chiefs coach Andy Reid was among the first to cast his ballot at Arrowhead Stadium on Tuesday.

“They set it up with being here, so they’ve been in touch with this thing the whole training camp and so on, so that was kind of their baby right there, putting it together,” Reid said. “I alerted them that (Tuesday) would be a day off, not that they didn’t know that, and we just went from there. Everyone do their business and take care of what they had to take care of.”

While the rest of the nation anxiously awaits the results of the presidential election, the business for Mahomes and the rest of the Chiefs swings back to preparation for Sunday’s game against Carolina. The Chiefs are coming off a sound thrashing of the winless New York Jets while the Panthers have lost three straight games.

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SPIJKENISSE, Netherlands (AP) — The front carriage of a Dutch metro train that landed on a sculpture of a whale’s tail after plowing through the end of an elevated section of rails was painstakingly lifted clear of the artwork Tuesday and lowered to the ground.

The train was left precariously balanced on the whale’s tail 10 meters (33 feet) above the ground Monday, after plunging off the end of a metro line in Spijkenisse, a town on the southern edge of Rotterdam.

Two large yellow cranes worked in tandem Tuesday, placing chains around the front and rear of the train’s foremost carriage to support it. In an operation that started at dawn and lasted into the darkness of evening, workers also cut it loose from another carriage and removed its wheels before the train was lowered slowly to the ground.

About 30 people watching the operation cheered as the front carriage finally was separated from the rest of the train amid gathering darkness and cheered again when it was deposited on the ground.

The train was empty at the time it crashed onto the sculpture and the driver escaped unhurt, thanks to the whale tail’s unlikely catch.

The local security authority said the driver was interviewed by police Monday as part of the investigation into the cause of the crash and allowed to go home.

10-foot python removed from under car hood. Eww.

DANIA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Authorities say a 10-foot Burmese python was removed from under the hood of a car in Florida.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission said in a tweet Thursday that the

snake was coiled up inside the engine compartment of a Ford Mustang in Dania Beach, which is adjacent to Fort Lauderdale.

ODDITIES IN THE NEWS “Our officers responded and safely captured and removed the approximately 10-foot invasive snake,” the tweet said.

Pythons have become a serious environmental problem in the nearby Everglades because they eat almost anything and have no natural predators, save for the occasional alligator. The

Nov. 6 - 7, 2020 • 25 largest python captured so far in South Florida was more than 18 feet long.

It wasn’t immediately clear what became of the python found inside the Mustang.

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By Daryl Weather, Weather Forecaster How about this beautiful weather we have been experiencing this week? Highs in the 70s and lows in the 40s have been really nice.

Today and tomorrow will be

much the same with partly cloudy skies and highs in the 70s and lows tonight in the upper 40s and tomorrow in the mid 50s.

Sunday moisture will slowly build up but skies should still become mostly to partly cloudy and

winds look to possibly be a bit breezy as well.

Monday looks like the warmest day with temps well into the upper 70s with mostly to partly cloudy skies Now we come to Tuesday. Right now it looks like a possible storm

could move into the area from the SSW. Not ruling out any severe weather with it. I’ll look more into again and give you another update in our Sunday edition.

Until then, stay safe and enjoy the nice weather!

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march in South Africa 1917 [OS Oct 24] Bolshevik revolution begins with bombardment of the Winter Palace in Petrograd during the Russian October Revolution 1917 New York State adopts a constitutional amendment giving women the right to vote in state elections 1928 Republican candidate Herbert Hoover is elected President of the United States, defeating Democrat candidate Al Smith 1928 Colonel Jacob Schick patents 1st electric razor 1928 Swedes start a tradition of eating Gustavus Adolphus pastries to commemorate the king 1940 Franklin D. Roosevelt re-elected US President 1945 House Committee on Un-American Activities begins investigation of 7 radio commentators 1956 Dwight D. Eisenhower is re-elected President of the United States, defeating Democrat candidate Adlai Steven-

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1984 Incumbent Republican President Ronald Reagan is re-elected President of the United States in a landslide, winning 49 states and defeating Democrat candidate Walter Mondale 1985 22nd Space Shuttle Mission (61A) -Challenger 9lands at Edwards AFB 1991 Keck II, biggest telescope in use at Mauna Kea Hawaii 1991 Russian President Boris Yeltsin outlaws Communist Party 2012 Barack Obama is re-elected as US President, defeating Republican candidate Mitt Romney 2012 Elizabeth Warren becomes the first female Senator from Massachusetts 2018 Great Britain’s Prince Charles calls slavery “an indelible stain” but stops short of an

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1861 James Naismith, Canadian-American physical educator and inventor (basketball, football helmet), born in Almonte, Ontario (d. 1939) 1946 Sally Field, American actress (Forrest Gump, Gidget, Flying Nun), born in Pasadena, California

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1975 First performance by punk band The Sex Pistols at St Martins College, London 1975 “Hello, Dolly” opens at Minskoff Theater NYC for 51 performances 1986 “Just Like the First Time” 2nd studio album by Freddie Jackson is released (Billboard Album of the Year 1987) 1990 “I’m Your Baby Tonight” 3rd studio album by Whitney Houston is released (Billboard Album of the Year 1991) 2018 Hugh McDowell, British cellist (Electric Light Orchestra), dies of cancer at 65

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1854 John Philip Sousa, march king (Stars & Stripes Forever), born in Washington, D.C.

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O C O N O O R E Y M L A N O O R

G Y R R O K N O S E A H O R S E

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