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October 6, 2023 • Volume 4, Issue #40
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month BY K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer This article is dedicated to the Branson Globe’s own Karen Halfpop, and friends of the Branson Globe—Valerie Seitz, Lorna Williams, Janet Biggs, Anita Reynolds, Gina Bishop and all who are currently battling or have battled breast cancer. It is also dedicated to the memory of Deidre McCormick. Breast cancer is currently the most diagnosed cancer among women. Breast cancer accounts for 12.5% of all new cancer cases, worldwide, each year, making it the most common cancer in the world. According to Breastcancer.org, about 30% of all new cancer cases among United State women are breast cancer. Approximately 13%--one in eight—U.S. women will develop breast cancer over the course of their lives. Many think that breast cancer is only diagnosed in women; however, breast cancer can affect men, as
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Area Vets enjoy appreciation day SEE PAGE 2A.
The many faces of Terry Sanders SEE PAGE 10B.
The Branson Ferris Wheel at Track Family Fun Park (Photo courtesy The Track Family Fun Park)
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WEEKEND WEATHER: Fall is finally here! Weekend highs expected near 70, with chilly overnight lows; a low of 38 on Saturday night! Mostly sunny skies should help us dry out.
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BY JANET STEINKAMP, Editor Editor’s note: Information from dps.mo.gov explains the details and great danger surrounding the incidents. Branson’s Sgt. Tanner Muckenthaler and Officer Brendan Gamble received the Missouri Medal of Valor on September 28, 2023, for their “heroic acts beyond the call of duty.” The Medal of Valor is Missouri’s highest award recognizing public safety officers who exhibit exceptional courage, extraordinary decisiveness and presence of mind, and unusual swiftness of action, regardless of his or her personal safety, in the attempt to save or protect human life. Both Muckenthaler and Gamble were recognized for their lifesaving efforts during a crash and car fire in 2022. The honorees received their award from Lt. Governor Mike Kehoe at the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Jefferson City. Tanner J. Muckenthaler and Brendan D. Gamble, Branson Police Department: On August 13, 2022, Sergeant Muckenthaler and Officer Gamble responded to a head-on collision on Fall Creek Road just outside of Branson’s jurisdiction be-
cause there were reports of injuries. A Jeep was on fire with a man trapped inside the smoke-filled vehicle. The man was screaming in agony because of severe injuries and the toxic smoke; smoke was also pouring out of a sedan. The situation demanded fast, resourceful action. Sergeant Muckenthaler quickly assisted in getting the driver of the sedan to safety. But a couple was trapped inside the Jeep. A civilian, Shane Childress, managed to get the Jeep’s doors unlocked and opened, dispersing some of the smoke. The driver exited, but the passenger was seat-belted in, suffering from a severely broken leg and unable to get out. Mr. Childress attempted to put out the fire with fire extinguishers without success. The fire was growing and the toxic smoke in the cabin was stifling. Sergeant Muckenthaler used a knife to cut the passenger’s seatbelt. Officer Gamble had now arrived and attempted to assist by getting into the SUV through the driver’s door but was repelled by the smoke. He then joined Sergeant Muckenthaler at MEDALS OF VALOR, PAGE 11A
SEE BREAST CANCER, PAGE 6A
Jim Babcock receiving Missouri Senior Service Award (flickr.com)
Babcock honored with Senior Service Award BY K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer A Branson living legend was recently honored in a legendary way. Jim Babcock was presented a Missouri Senior Service Award from Missouri Lieutenant Governor Mike Kehoe. The Senior Service Award promotes and highlights the positive accomplishments that Missouri Senior Citizens provide their local communities. Babcock received an official declaration at last week’s award presentation. James “Jim” Babcock was born patriotic, on July 4, 1927. Babcock is a World War II Veteran and a longtime resident—and supporter—of the Branson area. The form sent to the office of the Missouri Lieutenant
Governor, nominating Babcock for the award, prepared by the Branson Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce’s Monica Evinger, stated, “He has a passion for history and its preservation. He’s been involved with the Republican Party for many years. The Branson Centennial Museum (he is co-curator) was recognized as Nonprofit of the Year in 2020 by the Branson Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and CVB. Mr. Babcock is a true gentleman, an incredible husband to Jean, and an awesome friend to many. Well respected in the community.” Babcock currently serves as the Vice President of the White River Valley Historical Society Executive
Board of Directors, is an active member of the Taney County Republican Club, and a member of the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and CVB Public Relations Committee. He and wife Jean are co-curators of the Branson Centennial Museum which offers area visitors a look at the history of Branson, and features Tuesday Talks, offering a monthly glimpse into the past, as a different show or business or entertainer is showcased each month, much to the delight of those in attendance. Although the Senior Service Award is given to a senior, not a couple, it is impossible to brag about Jim Babcock without menSEE BABCOCK, PAGE 6A