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February 25, 2022 • Vol. 3, Issue 8

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PAGE 5: Learning history through traditional dance

Mrs. Chinn’s class with their handmade Valentine cards. (Special to Branson Globe)

Hollister Preschool shows kindness to nursing home residents PAGE 23: Taneyhills Library adds sensory toys for kids.

YOUR WEEKEND WEATHER FORECAST, PAGE 29:

Sunshine, but still a bit chilly.

SUBMITTED to Branson Globe Students in the Hollister Early Learning Program brought smiles to the faces of some folks who have not had a lot to smile about since the beginning of the COVID pandemic.

Hollister Early Childhood Center Preschool Teacher, Mrs. Bethany Penrod, reached out to the

Point Lookout Nursing Facility Administrator to see if it would be possible for her students to make handmade valentine cards for the residents at Point Lookout. “Todd was very excited about the idea, so I invited the other preschool and infant class teachers to participate,” Penrod says.

With the Hollister School

District’s #HSDkindnesswins campaign in mind, the students worked hard on their handmade cards to spread kindness and love to some of our community’s most treasured citizens.

Point Lookout Administrator, Todd Whited, distributed the cards to the residents on Valentine’s SEE KINDNESS, PAGE 15

SUBMITTED to Branson Globe Herschend Enterprises, the nation’s largest family-owned themed attractions corporation, is expanding its investment in Branson, Mo. with the opening of PINK® Adventure Tours on March 15. The adventure tour company, founded in 1960, is renowned for its one-of-a-kind offroad excursions in Sedona, Las Vegas, Grand Canyon and the Smoky Mountains, which bring families closer to nature in signature pink Jeep® Wranglers led by certified adventure guides.

“I am beyond excited for folks of all ages to get off the beaten path for a wild ride with PINK— Branson’s off-road adventure tours,” said John Fitzgibbons III, PINK Adventure Tours President.

“Guests will enjoy a rugged climb to the top of one of Taney County’s highest peaks and experience the wild, hidden and natural gems that make the region that I personSEE PINK, PAGE 16

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Shoji announces exclusive, limited engagement Cigar Club offers shotgun a featured performer at Country musical selections, including blueapproach to supporting the arts Music World in 1985. grass, country gospel, patriotic

World-renowned fiddler and entertainer, Shoji Tabuchi (Special to Branson Globe)

By K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer Tabuchi, known worldwide as a violin virtuoso, will perform a limited engagement show at the Little Opry Theatre.

Tabuchi, who arrived in Branson in 1981, first performed at the Starlite Theater before becoming

In 1989, Tabuchi, his wife Dorothy and daughter Christina opened their own theater on Branson’s 76 Country Boulevard, the former home of the Branson Classic Auto Museum. The following year, Tabuchi’s elegant and elaborate new theater on Shepherd of the Hills Expressway was completed, and the show moved to the location that would be Tabuchi’s home for nearly three decades. The theater is currently for sale on Loopnet, an online site for commercial real estate listings.

Shoji’s new show, an Evening with Shoji, will feature Tabuchi and his band in an intimate setting, unlike anything you’ve seen before, offering a wide variety of

and many other favorites.

Joining Shoji on select dates will be daughter Christina Lingo Tabuchi. Christina is a world-renowned singer and dancer, who has been a featured performer in the family show since its inception. Always giving her all in every performance, Christina was named vocal director of the Shoji Tabuchi show at the age of 18, and soon after became co-dance captain. In 2012 Christina was named producer of the iconic show.

“This is an idea that really took root during the Military Film Festival last November,” said Tom Forster, Senior Vice President of Theater Operations and Market-

family, friends, former players and former colleagues on the passing of former legendary Head Basketball Coach of the Lady Bobcats, George Wilson. The entire C of O community – but especially our athletic department – is mourning this great loss. Coach Wilson was a special individual who earned an enduring legacy because of his heart for others and for the game of basketball. He impacted countless lives as a mentor, friend and iconic Southwest Missouri basketball coach on both the high school and college level.

Current C of O Lady Cats Head Coach and former player turned assistant of Coach Wilson, Becky Vest Mullis, shared this statement commemorating Coach Wilson: “Coach Wilson was a legend, not just for his lengthy accomplishments as a basketball coach, but for his amazing ability to relate with people. Humble, kind, compassionate, hilarious and fiercely competitive, Coach Wilson drew people to him because of how he made them feel about themselves.

His mission was to care for his players and his students and to

SEE SHOJI, PAGE 27

SUBMITTED to Branson Globe The Branson Regional Arts Council is excited to announce that it has been selected as this year’s recipient of proceeds raised at the upcoming Sporting Clays for the Arts Event on Saturday, March 19, 2022, at Ozark Shooters Sports Complex on Highway 65 just north of Branson. This annual fundraising event is presented by Embers Cigar Lounge at the Branson Landing.

Branson’s locally owned cigar shop, Embers Cigar Lounge, started a cigar club in 2020, “eMbers Only Cigar Club” with a goal of giving and supporting locally owned charitable organizations who work hard to bring value to

the local community.

“We are very excited about our upcoming Sporting Clay Shoot to support the Branson Regional Arts Council,” Tom Forster, Club Chairman, explains. “As a group we feel strongly that by involving folks of all ages, especially the young, to become involved in the arts, we can introduce lifelong passions that only add to our amazing culture right here in the Ozarks,” said Forster. “Our community is blessed to have business owners like Kevin and Betsy McConnell who support the club’s passion to create charitable events for the Branson area,” he added.

Registration information can be downloaded at BransonArts.org.

College of the Ozarks announces passing of legendary coach, George Wilson

Coach George Wilson (Special to Branson Globe) SUBMITTED to Branson Globe College of the Ozarks extends their deepest sympathies to the

give each of them an opportunity to be successful. The late Billy Graham said of coaches: ‘A coach will impact more people in one year than the average person will in an entire lifetime.’ I believe it is fair to say Coach Wilson surpassed even that. I am forever grateful to Coach Wilson for taking a chance on a 22-year-old assistant coach and believing in me more than I ever believed in myself. He was, simply the best.”

Wilson began his 47-year basketball coaching career in 1963.

Following 31 successful years of

coaching high school boys and 16 years of college women, Coach Wilson retired in the spring of 2013 with an impressive 1,006 wins and 384 losses.

Under his 16-year tenure, the College of the Ozarks’ Lady Bobcats developed into a national powerhouse program, winning the Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference 13 times along with 15 conference tournament championships. In addition, Coach Wilson led the Lady Bobcats to 15 national tournament appearances, includSEE WILSON, PAGE 12

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Breaking down barriers for patients

SUBMITTED to Branson Globe When Eric Franklin had triple bypass surgery in October, he knew how important rehab would be in his recovery. What he didn’t know was how we was going to pay for it.

Fortunately, for individuals like Franklin, Skaggs Foundation provides financial assistance to help cover co-pays and fees qualifying patients could not otherwise afford. Last year, through a Skaggs Legacy Endowment grant, the foundation provided patient scholarships to 123 individuals for cardiopulmonary rehab services in Branson and Branson West.

“Being a retired senior, I really appreciate the financial help,” Franklin said. “I am so relieved to have this cost taken care of. I feel a difference compared to where I

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Eric Franklin, of Ridgedale, takes a break from his workout to have Cardiopulmonary Rehab nurse Diana Wollman check his blood pressure. (Special to Branson Globe) started.”

Franklin is attending rehab three times a week for 12 weeks at CoxHealth Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab Branson.

“Cardiac Rehab has health benefits with a 25 percent reduction in all-cause mortality rates,” explained Rehab Manager Hollie

Holderfield. “Patients gain knowledge about their cardiac disease and how to manage their risk factors. Rehab improves quality of daily living and quality of life.

Rehab also increases the ability to return to work or engage in leisure activities.”

SPARKS is an 11-month-old female. Sparks was rescued from a fire. She is a timid cat which is understandable. She is coming around slowly so with time, patience and love she will come out of her shell. Come by the shelter and meet this special girl.

SEE BARRIERS, PAGE 27

First large snowstorm of the year costs city $42,308 SUBMITTED to Branson Globe The first large snowstorm of the year hit Branson on February 2, 2022, costing the City of Branson’s Public Works Department $42,308 in labor and material to clear.

While the February 2 winter weather event lasted three days, road crews were pretreating and clearing streets for four days. During those four days road crews used 49 tons of salt, 148 tons of rock chips, 200 gallons of beet juice, 600 gallons of salt

brine, 1,076 gallons of unleaded fuel and 744 gallons of diesel fuel. Road crews drove a total of 7,042 miles, requiring a total of 901 man hours.

This particular weather event dropped a lot of snow. Citywide, road crews removed 398,933 cubic yards of snow which is about 80,783 tons. This is the equivalent of 1,769 Boeing 737 Jets.

When ice and snow are predicted, the City will call in 30 personnel from four different depart-

ments. These employees will work 24-hours a day, on rotating 12-hour shifts, on the City’s 13 different snow routes. Branson City crews clear and maintain approximately 250 lane-miles of roadway inside its boundaries. Every city-owned street will get cleared of snow.

For more information on the City of Branson’s snow and ice removal on city roads, go to the Winter Weather Preparedness section on the city’s website, BransonMo.Gov.

IGOR is a 3-year-old male Terrier mix. He was found as a stray. He gets along with some dogs but not all. This guy is quiet, laid back and very loving.

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Workshop students learn history through traditional dance

By CINDY THOMAS, Staff Writer The Weddings at the Homestead venue was filled with sounds of upbeat traditional music, stamping feet, laughter, and calls like “Circle left,” “Ladies chain across,” and “Allemande,” at a square dance workshop held Friday evening and Saturday, February 18 and 19.

Instructor Sharon Guli of Bellvue, Colorado, made the sessions enjoyable both for beginners and more experienced students. Her company, Guli Productions, is dedicated to historical education through vintage dance, and she travels throughout the U.S. and several countries incorporating historical presentations with fun, practical instruction.

Workshop organizer Logan Crockett met Guli when her dance

group performed at Silver Dollar City. Crockett, a musician and a regular at Ozark Mountain Music Association and other area events, said a conversation with Guli while waiting in a ride line started him thinking about the logistics of bringing her to the area for a workshop. Ozark Mountain Music Association helped with promotion, and the Michel family provided the perfect rustic atmosphere at Weddings at the Homestead east of Branson.

Guli began dancing as a teenager in a program provided by Wayne County Rural Youth of Wooster, Ohio. The clean, old-fashioned setting and values, as well as the dance skills themselves, helped shape her confidence, and she later learned country dancing while working at a Colorado guest

ranch. In 1994, she became interested in vintage dance, inspired by the Cheyenne Mountain Dancers, whose historical reenactments started a revival of old-time dance complete with authentic costumes.

“After I left Ohio, I realized what a time capsule I had been privileged to participate in,” said Guli, who later documented the development of dance in Ohio and Appalachia as part of her historical research.

Guli began studying different styles, calls and places, obtaining replicas of dance manuals from several eras and a few treasured early releases including Lloyd Shaw’s “Cowboy Dances.” Recognizing the contributions of different countries to American dance traditions, her classes incorporate polka, schottische, waltz and more.

SEE DANCE, PAGE 19

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BY PAT LAMB Columnist

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e’ve come a long way in education from the days when my dad would walk to school barefoot and have children laugh at him and spit on his feet. He, as well as many other children of his day, endured such things because they wanted an education so desperately.

We’ve all heard the story of how Abraham Lincoln used charcoal to write and studied in the light from the fire in his cabin. There was no talk of how to motivate children to learn at that time.

Rather, the concern was for how to give children the opportunity to satisfy their longing to learn.

Understanding the reason those of the past wanted to learn so badly helps us understand why children have the problem of being motivated to learn now.

Was it not that those individuals of the past wanted to better their often miserable lives?

They had hope that an education would help them gain things that would make life easier. Con-

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Train Up a Child: Motivating children to learn

trast that motivating factor to today’s children who already have things pretty easy in most cases and have no hope to make life any better. In the film “The Student,” Rodney Dangerfield had one word of advice to those who were graduating and getting ready to face the world on their own. That word was “don’t.” He said, “Stay at home with your mom and dad.” That pretty much sums up how the younger generation feels about their future. The children are feeling pretty comfortable where they are. In addition, if they are not comfortable, they are pretty sure someone will jump in and rescue them, so why worry about their future?

Knowing the reasons for lack of motivation forms the basis for choosing what to do to correct today’s problem. First of all, children must understand the need for learning. They must also develop an appreciation for the opportunity to learn. Both of these needs require straight talk giving information that many of our children have not been given.

In a well-meaning effort to shield our children from worry and to ensure they have a happy childhood, we have robbed them of a facet of education they sorely need. They need to know that there is a good chance that they may not always have life so comfortable unless they prepare

themselves well. They need to be informed of enough current events and the situation of our country to understand that the future is not all that bright for them. They need to be a little frightened. Small children do not need the “full dose” of our country’s situation, but they need to know enough to sense the importance of being prepared for their future. As they grow older, they need to obtain added information.

The development of appreciation for their opportunity to learn can be difficult. Most appreciation, however, comes from the home. Parents need to make efforts to be friendly and appreciative to a child’s teacher to set a good example. It doesn’t hurt for the child to know how schools were in the past and what people went through to get an education.

It is a good thing for them to contrast the past with the present.

It is human nature to want the things we can’t have and to not want the things that are forced on us. A “what if” scenario is helpful to enlighten children about what the future holds. “What if you couldn’t go to school and learn?” is a good question to ask to help children appreciate what they have. Actually, the Covid virus fear has caused some children to experience not being able to go to school. However, I’m

not sure if many actually miss the learning or if most simply want to be back with friends. At least, it is causing some to have to consider what life would be like without school.

Children need to know what their education costs. Putting a price tag on each item in a classroom is an eye-opener for most.

Simply being told the amount of money it costs per student per year also enlightens. Having a real person tell what was paid from his/her income for the school in taxes the previous year is helpful. Children need to know these things. Teachers could give each child “play money” and require them to “pay” for the items being used in class.

Most teachers, parents, and church workers like to use what are actually bribes in some cases to try to motivate. These are temporary stop-gap measures at best. Candy, pizza, field trips and prizes are a few of the bribes or rewards frequently used. There is a place for some of these to help make learning more pleasant. We must realize, however, that if these kinds of rewards are done extensively, by the time a child gets to upper grades, they no longer are special. In an effort to have more and more excitement, the student may turn to drugs or other things in order SEE TRAIN UP, PAGE 8

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Reflections: It’s not rocket science

BY CINDY THOMAS Staff Writer

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ccasionally I meet people who recognize my picture from the Globe (in spite of the picture being about three years old, which I guess is a good thing) and tell me they are a regular reader.

Recently, one of those people asked if I’m a minister or have formal Bible training.

No, I don’t have a degree in theology or Bible study. I attended a Christian university, which meant

general education requirements included religion courses, so I had a course in Old Testament and one in New Testament. I also took a church vocations class, helpful when my husband and I served a couple of churches as music directors. But be assured, the Bible is quite accessible by the average person willing to spend a little time with it.

The New Testament writers considered study of the scriptures important to the Great Commission, based on 1 Peter 3:15, “But in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect.” In 2 Timothy, Paul encouraged his mentee to “rightly handle the word of truth” (2:15).

Since the New Testament was

still in development in the form of letters of encouragement or correction, those exhortations necessarily referred to the Old Testament including Jewish history and numerous prophecies about Jesus Christ.

For the new believer or someone just starting Bible study, obviously the first thing needed is a Bible, preferably a print one you don’t mind making notes in. I’ve personally met believers from restricted nations who walked for days for a chance to own a Bible, sometimes at great risk. Fortunately, we haven’t reached that point in the United States. Most bookstores have a decent selection; thrift stores usually have a few.

Try to obtain an actual translation, based on original languages, rather than a paraphrase. If you find older translations harder to read

and stick with, get a modern one.

I personally enjoy memorizing the King James Version for its poetic flow, but for daily reading I use the New King James, which eliminates some archaic word forms, or the New International Version.

If you can, get a study Bible with notes and references, helpful in considering context.

If your Bible doesn’t have study notes or you want more information, help is as close as your computer or smartphone. I’m lucky to have access to the books my dad collected during his studies for ministerial credentials, and even luckier to have some of his notes in them, but for portability you can’t beat an app that easily transitions between versions and commentaries; I personally like Bible Hub. But if you can’t access those things,

Been Thinkin’ About...the long way home

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took the long way home from church last Sunday. My long-

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his was a busy week at the Missouri State Capitol. A number of my bills continue their

standing Protestant work ethic tells me that joyrides are often unnecessary, but I told myself I was looking for increasingly elusive cheaper gas prices so — as the sun fell and the moon rose — I turned right instead of left and then right again, around the bend and... well, you get the idea.

Across the old bridge, past the wilderness-ensconced Pizza Hut, through a town I’d not been through in far too long, and up the bluff-defying road.

“Scenic Overlook.”

“Piney Creek Wilderness.”

Some of you know right where I’m talking about. I don’t have time for scenic overlooks. The clock starts ticking the moment I stop, reminding me that every moment is a responsible mile lost. I drive past. I slow. I turn around.

Generic words “scenic” and “overlook” do not do the moment justice.

After a beautifully plain and sunny afternoon, warming sun

dropped beyond black ridge. The already chilling air temperature dropped precipitously. Evening stars winked into existence far away in the twilight and February’s near-full moon began to glow with ghostly edges, warning of changing weather soon.

The southern sky was shades of dusky, sandy oranges and reds, soft layers blending with hills gone rust, purple, blush, blue, then black. The skies of the Ozarks at nightfall are unlike any I’ve seen anywhere else,

State Rep. Brian Seitz: Capitol Report march forward through the committee process. I am keeping up the fight against mask mandates, vaccine mandates, and Critical Race Theory.

If you have followed my work for awhile, you will know that I fight to bring more opportunities to Missouri and the 156th District in particular. I consider implementing tax credits for films to be a great opportunity for our area.

There are countless movies and TV shows that are set in Missouri, yet are not made in Missouri be-

cause the production houses have better tax incentives elsewhere.

For example, the show Ozark was recorded in Georgia, even though the Lake of the Ozarks is in Missouri. For me, this is a matter of giving Missouri the resources to be competitive in the film and television industry, and bringing massive economic opportunity to our state.

House Bill 2097 prohibits a long-term care facility or political subdivision from adopting policies in response to an outbreak of a

contagious illness that restricts an immediate family member or other important visitors from going to see those in the facility or political subdivision. The committee chair decided that since there was more than one bill focusing on this topic that the best and most important parts of the bills would be combined into a House Committee Substitute, which I am sure will be moving forward soon.

I had the pleasure to meet with the Attorney General in the Capitol. I explained that Barba-

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don’t let that stop you. Jesus promised the Holy Spirit to guide us into truth and understanding.

If you need suggestions of what to study, or if you like interacting with a group, a local church of your choice may offer a class or study group. Several are available online. I enjoy the First 5 study app from Proverbs 31 Ministries, which dives into one book at a time and has a Facebook group for interaction. The You Version Bible app has studies based on interests, life seasons, holidays and more.

We’re blessed in this country to have easy access to Bibles and resources, but it may not always be this way. Now is the time to study, memorize, and apply Scripture. If you’re not already doing it, today would be a great day to start.

and they seem to recall a time before history when these hills were a crossroads pointing to the great and sacred setting sun and a far-off desert, a land of dreams.

Behind me, the piney forest whispered things without words and the mountains seemed to glimmer in the near dark. I thanked the forest for their wordless words and headed up the black, winding road of the night.

Towards modernity. And a comparatively cheaper gas price.

ra Fairchild and Roy Morris had collected signatures from different constituents who stand for the Constitution and the American way. I was happy to share their thoughts with the Attorney General who is known to fight for people’s rights. He has continuously stood against tyranny.

Please call my office at 573-7511309 if we can ever be of assistance to you or stop by our office in Jefferson City in Room 116-5.

I or my Legislator Assistant Perla Lauderdale are happy to help.

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The Glass-Eyed Battler of early spring

BY LARRY DABLEMONT Outdoors

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never caught a walleye when I was young because the Big Piney, where I grew up, didn’t have any. That seems strange to me now because so many Ozark streams have plenty of those glass-eyed fish also known in parts of the Ozarks as Jack Salmon. Just out of college I went to Arkansas to become an outdoor writer for the Arkansas Democrat newspaper, and in there was a lot of talk about the big walleye tournament that began each February and went on through much of April at Greer’s Ferry Lake. Except it wasn’t so much the lake they were

fishing, it was tributaries to it like the Little Red River.

How could it be that any fish in Ozarks waters began to make a spawning run in February? I began to study the walleye closer with the help of two guides at Greer’s Ferry, Dickie Bailey and Big Ed Claiborne. Those two guys seemed to know everything about the fish.

Both had caught a dozen or more over the years between 18 and 21 pounds. I found out that just a few degrees increase in water temperature of the Little Red brought walleye from the depths. They might not be there until the middle of the month but when they came, the walleye specialists would fish the deep holes of the Little Red and other tributaries at night, and the favored bait was bluegills.

Those who fish for walleye in Norfork and Bull Shoals and Stockton Lakes don’t seem to do things like they did in Greer’s Ferry. Over the years we have had great success in all three of those lakes during the

post spawn periods of April and May, under submerged lights, when you catch several species including big walleyes fishing deep beneath the lights with big minnows or threadfin shad.

A guide by the name of Frank Saksa, who is one of north Arkansas’ best, introduced me to February fishing years ago on Norfork Lake, on a reasonably warm moonlit night when he caught a limit of walleye on suspending rogues, all between four and five pounds, just casting gently sloping rock or gravel banks which went from shallow to six or eight feet within 20 yards or so. I didn’t catch a one that night because I was in my boat fishing a big topwater lure in the middle of that same cove for stripers or hybrids.

I landed an 18-pound striper and a couple of big hybrids, but when it was all over I kinda wished I had been with Frank.

Of course, I started catching lots of walleye when I started going to Canada, but they seldom get bigger

than five pounds there, at least for me. Most all of that fishing is done jigging a minnow off the bottom, most of it in northwest Ontario. But I did get lucky once in Manitoba in October when I caught a genuine ten-pounder in the Red River, which most people think of as river for big catfish. We were there hunting geese and ducks and got invited on an afternoon fishing trip.

One of the best walleye trips I ever took was in early March with two friends of mine who lived in Wisconsin. We went to a spot on the Mississippi river below a lock and dam between southern Iowa and southern Wisconsin and drifted down the gently flowing river dragging half-ounce blue and green jigs just off the bottom. We’d drift a mile or so, then go back up and start over. There were several people fishing off a big dock just below the dam and quite a few boats drifting with us, but the river was packed with walleye. We caught a three-man limit between three and

47,800,000,000 reasons to put the fuel can down

BY DR. RICHARD L. BAKER, AIF® Founder & Senior Wealth Advisor at Steadfast Wealth Management

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like a roaring fire as much as the next guy, especially when it’s as cold as it is right now. But there is a big difference between a nice fire and an outof-control forest fire.

With inflation going up at the highest rate since the early 1980s, the Fed is choosing to make it worse. They have announced that they are going to continue their Quantitative Eas-

ing in the next few weeks to the tune of $47,800,000,000. The Federal Reserve Bank of New York states on its website, “The Desk plans to purchase approximately $20 billion (Treasury Securities) over the monthly period from 2/14/22 to 3/11/22.” It also states on its website, “The Desk plans to conduct approximately $27.8 billion in agency MBS purchase operations over the period beginning February 14, 2022, on FedTrade.” This makes no sense at all.

One of the tools the Federal Reserve uses to increase the economy is Quantitative Easing.

This policy is intended to accelerate a weak economy much like throwing diesel fuel on a brush fire in hopes that the economy will warm up and run well on its own afterward. But it’s just foolish to pour more diesel fuel on a fire that is already running too hot.

The whole point in Quantitative Easing is to make the economy grow hot. It puts more money in the market so businesses and individuals will borrow more money from banks and invest more in the economy. It usually makes stock prices go up as well since bonds become a less attractive investment. The result is stimulation of the economy.

Our current inflation rates tell us our economy is running too hot and by continuing their Quantitative Easing policy will only make inflation go higher.

It’s hard to fathom why they’re doing this unless it’s just to save face.

My wife tells me that I write too much about the Federal Reserve, but right now they are negatively affecting the stock market and economy. Many analysts believe this is an amazing public failure for the U.S. central bank.

To add to the absurdity, the

Federal Reserve’s Chairman Powell is being renominated by President Biden to continue running the Federal Reserve. Do they not have performance reviews in government?

My dad was the volunteer fire chief of our town when I was growing up. One day I got a little too aggressive with adding fuel to the trash I was burning, and the fire spread to the woods behind our house. My dad was not happy about having to leave work to be called out in the fire truck to his own house to put out a fire. (I might add here that my dad believed in spankings.)

So, Chairman Powell, I speak with experience when I say put the fuel can down when the fire is already hot.

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seven pounds. They were pale, strange-looking walleyes compared to others from Canadian or Ozark waters where you expect a fish much more of a bronze color.

And, of course, I have caught some walleye through the ice up north in February, too, using mealworms and little short rods. Doubt I will ever do that again because at that same time I know that in the Ozarks, bigger ones are heading from the depths of our reservoirs into the tributaries. I wonder what it is like nowadays down at Greer’s Ferry and the Little Red River where, by the way, a fellow by the name of Nelson, who often fished with Bailey and Claiborne, caught a walleye in the 80s that is the world record. Little better than 21 pounds, I think it was. But bigger ones than that will swim into that small stream between now and March. Wish I could be there for a night or two.

Maybe if gas drops a dollar or so…

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to get self-pleasure. They become bored with the “same old things.”

Children are not motivated by things that are easily obtained because they are not special. They keep looking for more and more.

Unfortunately, children are often given the prize, bribe or reward without really deserving it. That can only add to the feeling of “Why should I do the work since I will be rewarded anyway? I’m comfortable the way I am!”

Each child is unique and motivation must be chosen according to that child’s background and present circumstances. However, “Necessity is the mother of invention” and unless a child understands the necessity of an education, that child will not be motivated to make the effort to learn. We practice what we truly believe. Unless a child truly believes that an education is important, that child may not be motivated to learn no matter what we do.

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Knowledge is power: Candidate conversations from Branson U Knowledge is power. Unfortunately, name recognition and visibility often plays a bigger role in elections than actual information about the candidates. In other words, people are often more likely to just vote for the person with the most yard signs. Branson U is working to change that statistic for our community, giving you more access to information about your candidates. With that in mind, we invite you to join us for the second annual Branson U Candidate Forum on Saturday, March 5 at 1 p.m. at Hughes Brothers Theatre.

Since some folks (including some candidates) may not make it to that event, we also sent all candidates a written survey and we are proud to partner with Branson Globe in bringing you those results over the next few weeks.

This week, we are featuring the second of seven survey questions, followed by the response of each candidate along with their name

and position for which they’re running. Full survey results are available at www.BransonU.org/ info/learn-ballot.

Question 2: What are your goals for the Branson schools/community (respectively) if elected?

• Roger Frieze - Branson School Board: My goal from the beginning has been to do what is best for the students, staff and patrons of Branson Schools. That will continue to be my focus.

• Carolyn Boss - Branson School Board: My goals are to support a fiscally responsible budget for the district where the accountability for tax dollars are in place and are transparent. I also support initiatives to bring the AA degree down to the high school level as part of the high school career so that when a student graduates from high school they would have both a high school diploma

and an AA degree which can assist them in not only going to higher education but also with higher pay within the work force when they choose to do so. I have seen partnerships with state universities in conjunction with high school learning standards and feel that Branson Schools would be a perfect fit for this kind of program to keep students engaged with learning at a higher level.

I want to continue the discussions before Covid of school safety initiatives on campus in the event of a live-shooter or a threat to the safety of our teachers, staff and students.

These emergency procedures should always be reviewed and perfected as each year brings different concerns.

• Peter Marcellus - Branson School Board: We need to continue to improve recruitment and retention of high quality

teachers and staff. This is a challenge all across the country as more teachers are choosing to leave the profession. We are blessed in Branson to have the most dedicated teachers and administrators that I have ever seen. We need to review salary schedules, benefit packages, etc. to retain them. In the past two years we have implemented a program for our teachers to obtain postgraduate credit and a master’s degree by partnering with Evangel University. The instruction is provided right here in Branson and the school district pays for it. So not only do they receive a degree but also they also move up on the pay scale. I would like to see that program expanded.

We need to explore creative ways to attract bus drivers, food service workers, custodians, nurses and office staff.

These are immediate goals and should also be part of our longrange planning.

• Michael Porter - Branson School Board: I have three primary goals: Safety, developing a culture of excellence, and a

commitment to a wise use of tax dollars and other resources such as talent and facilities to ensure our students and community is being served.

• Bill Skains - Alderman, Ward 1: I have already set forth my goals and what I stand for which is supporting police, fire and improved roadways and parks. The rising use of drugs in our community is a concern that we all share. I will be meeting with various groups around Branson to further discuss those issues. We all love Branson and 2021 was the best year ever. Business revenues were off the scale, so we are doing something right.

• Marshall Howden - Alderman, Ward 1: The three pillars of my campaign are budget responsibility, economic growth in tourism and prioritizing public safety. I continue to be concerned with the government spending that has driven our community into over 100 million dollars in debt. A city budget reflects the values that its leaders have, and our spendSEE FORUM, PAGE 18

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12 • Feb. 25, 2022 bransonglobe.com As colleague Steve Shepherd, were First Team All-Americans, and and have fun playing.’ His players 15 Academic All-Americans. always played hard for him because head men’s basketball coach, said In 2008, Wilson was inducted into they loved him, they knew he loved “Coach Wilson lived a remarkable the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame. In them, and they didn’t want to let him life and we were all blessed to be a part of it. His impact will live on 2013, he collected his 1,000th career down.”

Coach Wilson’s many coaching in the lives of all he touched. In the win, was inducted into the NAIA Hall of Fame, and was named the accolades were impressive, but the midst of our sadness, we are gratelasting impact he had on his fam- ful for the cherished memories and WBCA NAIA Coach of the Year.

Longtime C of O Men’s Coach ily, players, colleagues and those lasting legacy of Coach Wilson and Hall of Famer, Al Waller, said around him, will be what carries on who will forever live in our hearts.”

A celebration of life for Coach “George Wilson is an amazing suc- his legacy. He was a man of integrity cess story. I know when he accepted that cared deeply about those around George Wilson will be held at Keethe job as our women’s basketball him and the respect he earned ter Gymnasium on the campus of coach, he had no idea that it would throughout his life is unparalleled. the College of the Ozarks at a later lead him to over 1,000 career wins As an athletic ambassador for the date. Arrangements are still pendand a legacy that will live on forever. College of the Ozarks, he embodied ing. The family has requested He used to love telling people that the values and mission of the school that memorials be given to the the amazing part of his 1,000 wins and represented it well in every cir- College of the Ozarks Women’s George Wilson in huddle with players (Special to Branson Globe) is that when he started his career, cle he entered. While his primary Basketball Program and may be tournament runner-up titles. Wilson he had 100 losses before he had impact was centered around the bas- sent to: College of the Ozarks, • WILSON coached many outstanding players 100 wins. His coaching philosophy ketball arena, his influence is wide- Attention - Women’s Basketball Continued from page 2 ing four quarterfinal finishes, one over the course of his career, includ- was always; ‘work hard on fun- spread and will continue to be felt Office, PO Box 17, Point Looksemi-final finish, and four national ing 17 All-Americans, 10 of whom damentals, keep the game simple, for years to come. out, MO 65726.

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Free Ozark Mountain Friday Nights concerts continue through April 8 SUBMITTED to Branson Globe If you haven’t made it to an Ozark Mountain Friday Nights concert yet, you still have time!

This FREE winter concert series, which started in November, is hosted by the local Farnum Family band and sponsored by local businesses including Talking Rocks Cavern, The Butterfly Palace, Weddings at the Homestead, and Kyle Automotive.

The show is held every other Friday night at the New Testament

Christian Church auditorium, 21016 Main Street in Reeds Spring, from 7–9 p.m. Doors open at 6:30.

The 10-show series has four remaining programs on the schedule for this season, featuring these special guests: • February 25 – with Randy Plummer, Branson entertainer & author • March 11 – St. Patrick’s themed show with the Russell Clan from Guthrie, Oklahoma

• March 25 – with Walter Morrison of SDC’s Homestead Pickers AND John Fullerton of the Sons of the Pioneers • April 8 – with Danny Eakin of SDC’s Homestead Pickers The Farnum Family performs a variety of music including bluegrass, gospel, Irish and western

swing. Band members include Benjamin (guitar), Hannah (fiddle), Maggie (bass), Matthew (mandolin), Mom Tricia (piano & penny whistle) and Dad Norm (banjo), and they are all featured on vocals. For more information about the Farnums and Ozark Mountain Friday Nights, look for

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Power trip

Circuit breakers trip for many reasons, and they trip on a yearround basis. In the colder winter months, however, there are a few specific causes for breakers tripping. If you are experiencing a breaker that is suddenly tripping, see if one of these situations is occurring at your home.

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• Use of space heaters: Space heaters are power hungry little monsters, and they draw a lot of amperage. When plugged into a circuit that is already using half of its allotted 15 amps, it will easily overload the electricity limit, and your breaker will trip to protect the wires from overheating.

• Use of baseboard heaters: Similar to space heaters, these use a lot of power to heat a room. If you are using baseboard heaters as your main source of heat in a room, they should be on their own circuit, with no other devices using that circuit’s power.

• Recent upgrade of your heating system. Whether it’s

an electric furnace or an energy efficient heat pump, it could still cause a breaker to trip if the circuit powering it was not properly upgraded.

A common problem that we find in this area is that new appliances, including heating systems, are installed without any thought given to compatibility with the existing wires. These problems manifest themselves most often in the winter, when heating systems are used all day every day.

• Appliance overload. This one is common, and easily remedied. In the winter, we use more ‘comfort food’ appliances than we do in the summer. Additional appliance loads (humidifiers, crock pots, Keurigs, etc.) can trip a breaker if there are too many plugged into the same circuit. You can prevent this by making sure you don’t use them all at the same time.

Breakers often trip for nuisance reasons and are simple to reset. The rule of thumb is that if the same breaker continues to trip, it is an actual warning and not just a one-time trip. Overloaded breakers and overheating wires are fire hazards. If you need help investigating and resolving a breaker issue, call the team at Lightspeed Electrical, 417-239-5050. We are here to help.

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Day. “Our residents absolutely loved receiving the cards and enjoyed sharing their cards with each other,” Whited shares. “It definitely brought smiles to the faces of folks who have not had a lot to smile about since the beginning of this pandemic. It lets them know

there are people in the Hollister community that care for them and their well-being, and especially considering the last two years, it really means so much.”

Penrod and Whited are planning to make this a yearly activity and are hopeful that next year the students will be able to come inside the facility and hand deliver their valentine cards.

Mrs. April’s class is excited to share their cards. (Special to Branson Globe)

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ally call home so special.”

Herschend Enterprises and the Herschend family have a deep love and appreciation for the Branson community and the beauty of the Ozarks. The Herschend family started operating Marvel Cave over 70

years ago, and Silver Dollar City opened in 1960—the very same year as the first PINK Adventure Tour!

Today, Herschend Enterprises also operates Showboat Branson Belle, Silver Dollar City Campground, and Silver Dollar City’s White Water in Branson.

“The citizens of Silver Dollar City

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PINK Adventure Tours’ signature colored Jeep® Wranglers reflect a majestic pink glow inspired by nature’s sunrises and sunsets. It’s this particular shade of nature that embodies the beauty that can be experienced on every PINK Adventure Tour. All PINK Adventure tours in Branson will be offered throughout the day, with additional tour times at sunset so guests can experience nature’s picturesque pink colors first-hand.

For the first time in over half a century, modern-day adventurers will follow in the footsteps of the fabled pioneer “Old Man” Baird on an exclusive off-road trail that climbs to the summit of Baird Mountain— one of the tallest points in Taney County. Select routes will include the Downtown to Mountaintop

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Tour, which will travel through Historic Downtown Branson before taking in scenic views of Lake Taneycomo. The Lakes and Landmarks Tour will wind past Ozark valleys and along the shore of Table Rock Lake and the famous Table Rock Dam, a local jewel that serves as a source of hydroelectricity. With full panoramic lake and mountain views throughout every tour, the company looks forward to fully immersing guests into cherished and historic views in a thrilling way that has never been done before.

The Branson PINK Adventure Tour hub, where daily tours will depart, is located at 3310 76 Country Boulevard Suite D, Branson, Mo. The site is currently under construction and will be completed in advance of tours beginning March 15.

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• Salt and pepper to your liking • Pie crust, optional Whisk the eggs thoroughly.

Add all other ingredients. Pour equally into two pie tins. Crust is totally optional. I like it either way.

Bake at 320° for 35-40 minutes. It should be set but not overly brown.Serve at room temperature. Refrigerate leftovers, if there are any.

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ing has not reflected the conservative values that our voters consistently endorse. In all that spending we have not adequately paid our public safety officials namely, police and firefighters. This is unacceptable. Again, these decisions reflect our values and as an

alderman I will fight every day to ensure that our public safety officers are taken care of financially, our budget is fiscally responsible and provides good stewardship of taxpayer dollars and we work to enhance and grow our brand as a premiere tourist destination.

• Chuck Rodriguez - Alderman, Ward 2: Simply put, I want to

represent Ward 2, and the people of Branson as a whole, the way they should be represented. I want to get out among the people and hear what their issues are and help solve those issues. Being an alderman isn’t just about going to a meeting on Tuesday, it’s about working together with the other aldermen, and the rest of the

community, to move Branson forward.

• Jeff Seay - Alderman, Ward 2: No Response.

• Jamie Whiteis - Alderman, Ward 3: My goals in representing Ward 3 are seeing the start and completion of the new fire station which will be located in Ward 3 near Welk Resort; involvement in creating a location in Ward 3 for a new city park; work with Taney County for improvements to Fall

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Creek Road. My goal for the community as a hole is to facilitate ideas to create new revenue generators for Branson.

• Ralph LeBlanc - Alderman, Ward 3: To ensure that the residents of Ward 3 and the entire city of Branson are listened to and their input is utilized whenever possible. My hope is to also increase the transparency of city government while helping to balance the city budget.

BHS Performing Arts Dept. presents The Drowsy Chaperone SUBMITTED to Branson Globe The Branson High School Performing Arts Department will present the musical comedy, “The Drowsy Chaperone.” Performances are scheduled March 3 and 4 at 7 p.m., and March 5 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. in the high school auditorium. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for students. The students are under the direction of Erin Moody.

Tickets can be reserved by emailing bhstheatre@branson. k12.mo.us or by calling 417334-6511, ext. 5013. Tickets can

also be purchased at the door on the night of the performance.

“The Drowsy Chaperone” opened on Broadway in 2006 and is a parody of American musical comedies of the 1920s.

The Man in Chair listens to a recording of the fictional 1928 hit, “The Drowsy Chaperone.” As he plays the record, the show comes to life onstage. Characters appear in his dingy apartment, and it is transformed into an impressive set with sparkling furniture, painted backdrops and glitzy costumes.

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Music throughout American history, such as post-World War II swing in the late 1940s, also influenced American square dancing and was reflected in the “play-parties” popular in the rural Ozarks after a hard week’s work. “Through Guli Productions, you can see elements of Jane Austen, Downton Abbey and Civil War, along with cowboy tradition, Scottish, Irish and much more,” she said.

Most workshop students were from around Branson and Springfield, with some from around the Ozarks including Mountain View, Arkansas, and the Kansas City area. Along with dancing, some students brought their instruments and enjoyed jam sessions. One parent remarked that participants were also learning social skills, as they practiced introducing themselves, asking someone to dance, and properly holding and guiding a partner through the various moves—skills

too often neglected as young people spend so much time online.

Crockett said he was pleased with the great response to the first-time event and hopes to plan more workshops. He thanked OMMA, the Michels, and parents and friends who assisted or attended the Saturday evening finale, for their support. Several area musicians, regular participants in Thursday jam sessions at the Mountain Grove Schoolhouse east of Branson, were also on hand to provide live music for portions of Saturday’s finale.

Future workshop plans will be shared via Ozark Mountain Music Association, which conducts regular summer camps to help continue the legacy of traditional and bluegrass music in the Ozarks. Stay updated about coming events and learn more about the camps on Facebook or at https://www.ozarkmountainmusicassociation.com. Learn more about Guli Productions at www. guliproductions.com.

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Tyler Goebel signs with ation Department is now accepting camp, visit the Spring Break Camp school seniors to continue their ed- jacket. Students must be 16 and fill registrations for its Spring Break section of the Branson Parks & ucation and mini-grants to teachers out a parental permission form.

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Flanked by parents Dennis Moore and Kristy Goebel, Tyler Goebel signs letter of intent. (Special to Branson Globe) Hollister High School senior Tyler Goebel signed his letter of intent to continue his education and athletic career in football at Evangel University. Goebel is the third senior from the team that had their first winning season in program history to commit to college football.

Registration open Spring Break Camp

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Camp which runs March 14-18 for area children in kindergarten through eighth grade.

Participants can sign up for the entire week program or choose the days that best fit their schedule.

The cost for the camp is $30 per child, per day, if you register before March 10. Registration after March 12 will cost $35 per child, per day. The cost for the full week of camp is $110.

Campers will experience a variety of activities and games each day. Additional activities will include crafts, games, sports, educational opportunities, and out trips to Big Air Trampoline Park and WonderWorks!

Youth scholarships are available for this program. For more information, please inquire by filling out an application with the RecPlex.

For more information about the

Recreation website, BransonParksandRecreation.com or call the RecPlex at 417-335-2368.

for unique classroom experiences.

You can enjoy a round of golf for a good cause on Monday, March 28.

The Reeds Spring School Foundation will host a four-player scramble at Thousand Hills Golf Resort in Branson.

The tournament begins at 1 a.m.

The cost is $75 per person and includes a boxed lunch. Mulligans and a ball of string will be available for purchase as well.

You may register on the Reeds Spring School District website, www.rs-wolves.com. You may pay either by Venmo or by mailing a check to the address on the registration form.

The Reeds Spring School Foundation provides scholarships to high

Center of the Ozarks to host a blood drive on Tuesday, March 1, from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. in the auxiliary gym. This event is open to the community.

All donors will receive a pullover

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Reeds Spring School FoundaReeds Spring High School has tion to host golf tournament partnered with Community Blood

You are encouraged to make an appointment. You can find the reservation form and parental permission form on the district website, www.rs-wolves.com.

Reeds Spring School Foundation awards grants

Eighteen educators received mini-grants from the Reeds Spring School Foundation. District staff SEE NEWS BRIEFS, PAGE 21

Grant recipients include: Wende Jones, Rachelle Drake, Tennile Lee, Jeanne Sadler, Nichole Moschner, Julie Wutke, Christy Essary, Maggie Martinez, Autumn Sommese, Molly Illum, Lori Munhollon, Megan Jenkins-Smith, William Constantine, Loran Polson, Crystal Seiler, Amanda Wood, John Kessinger, Tammy Parrish (Special to Branson Globe)

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members applied for the grants and explained how their classrooms and lessons could be more enriching for students if they received this funding.

The mini-grants added up to nearly $6,000. The Reeds Spring School Foundation’s mission is to promote and enhance excellence in education and student success in the Reeds Spring School District by providing financial support for innovative educational projects.

last week, held at Plaster Student Union. Burton took fifth place in Introduction to FBLA, Espino took a wildcard win in Political Science, and Cristina Hernandez took fourth place In Sales Presentation.

In Data Analysis, Allison Schultz, Brooklyn Schultz, and Samantha Schultz took first place. Allison also took third place in Website Design, Brooklyn took fifth place in Journalism and third place in Graphic Design, and Samantha took third place in Agribusiness.

In Business Law, Michael Schultz took a wildcard win and he also took second place in Client Service.

Hollister FBLA headed to State Leadership Conference Reeds Spring students recognized at FBLA Conference

Reeds Spring High School’s FBLA Club attended the District Leadership Conference recently

at Plaster Student Union on the Missouri State University campus.

Eleven students earned medals and six advanced to the State Leadership Conference.

Medalists: Jordan Shortt and Matthew Greenwalt - First place in broadcast journalism; Evan Brandsma - First place in agribusiness; Jordan Shortt and Evan Brandsma - Third place in entrepreneurship; Nathan Krueger and Luke Brown Second place in graphic design and fourth in public service announcement; Melody Andrews - Third place in client services; Rosalina Ellersick - Second place in business plan; Marrin McKoy and Spencer Todd - Second place in international business; Rylie Lacy - Second place in social media strategy; fourth in word processing; Ariana Stull -

Third place in accounting State Qualifiers: Jordan Shortt and Matthew Greenwalt in broadcast journalism; Ariana Stull in accounting; Evan Brandsma in agribusiness; Raef Williams in personal

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Eleven Reeds Spring High School students earned medals at the FBLA District Leadership Conference. (Special to Branson Globe)

Michael Schultz, Allison Schultz, Samantha Schultz, Brooklyn Schultz, Cristina Hernandez, Jazmin Espino, Jupiter Hreha and Emily Burton (Special to Branson Globe) Six Hollister High School students are headed to the FBLA State Leadership Conference to be held in Springfield in April. Students going to State include Samantha Schultz, Brooklyn Schultz, Allison Schultz, Michael Schultz, Emily Burton and Jazmin Espino.

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Reader’s Corner: Learn through area library programming

By Cindy Thomas, Staff Writer This week, area libraries want to remind the community that library programming is a great way to learn new skills and meet new friends!

Kimberling Area Library will host its next Learning on Wednesday program on March 9 at 10 a.m. in the library community room, 45 Kimberling Blvd. in Kimberling City. Sheila Thomas, President/CEO of the Table Rock Lake Chamber of Commerce, will present “Taking the Lead on Eco-

nomic Development,” an update on the Chamber’s latest report and future recommendations for continued economic development in the area. This is a “don’t miss” for those wanting to see continued growth and success in the lake area. As with all Learning on Wednesday programs, attendance is free; coffee and snacks will be provided. Masks are encouraged but not required, and seating can be arranged for social distancing.

Kimberling Area Library is also excited about upcoming

2022 Garden Programs. Spring is just around the corner, so celebrate and plan at these regular programs presented by Master Gardeners of the Ozarks. Mark your calendar now for the third Wednesday of the month and these topics, all presented by local area Master Gardeners: March 16 – Seed Starting, by Marie Ewing April 20 – Home Hobby Greenhouse, by Cathy Preator May 18 – Garden Tool Maintenance, by Anne Symington

June 15 – Annuals: Color for the Summer, by Kathryn Kufahl July 20 – Tomatoes Many Ways, by Mary O’Brien August 17 – Japanese Maples,

by Susan Martin September 21 – Preserving and Using Herbs, by Barb Garlich All sessions are at 10 a.m. in the community room and are free and open to everyone with no registration required.

Taneyhills Library, 200 S. 4th St. in Branson, offers a variety of regular programs including computer classes, crochet and other craft skills, children’s story times and book clubs. Don’t forget, newly expanded hours include being open until 7 p.m. on Tuesdays.

Taneyhills Library is currently conducting a survey to determine interest in card and board games, starting with cribbage and chess.

Response so far has been very positive, and the staff and volunteers anticipate offering classes for beginners as well as opportunities for competitive play at various skill levels, tentatively planning to start in May. Visit http://www.taneyhillscommunitylibrary.org to participate in the survey and to stay up to date on classes and children’s program scheduling.

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Taneyhills Library adds new sensory toys for use by children

By K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer The Taneyhills Library in Branson has added another element of fun and education for their youngest patrons with the introduction of sensory toys.

The new sensory toys are designed to stimulate one or more of a child’s senses and are educational in nature. The sensory toys are available for use any time the library is open.

“We have eight different bins right now that offer educational and tactile learning play,” explained Jennifer Harmon, Taneyhills Library Manager. “People can come to the desk and leave their driver’s license and take a bin to the children’s area for use. These bins are meant to be enjoyed by any child who wants to use them whether it is for learn-

ing, play or therapy. I wanted to offer another element to the community that would allow for sensory and independent learning play within the library. We are hoping that as the interest grows with our sensory bins and as funds allow that we can continue to add more manipulatives over time.”

The response from both parents and children regarding the new sensory toys has been overwhelmingly positive.

“The public has been very responsive to our children’s programs and view the library as an educational play space. The sensory toys are beneficial not only for early childhood development, but also for children with special needs, such as autism,” said Library Director Marcia Schemper-Carlock. “The Stan-

ley and Elaine Ball Children’s Library is a true community asset. It is a family destination for reading with children, selecting books, or exploring the interactive toys. It is rewarding to see the library’s importance in a child’s life.”

Schemper-Carlock continued, “We are doing our best to keep relevant with the public library trends, despite Taneyhills Library being not tax-supported.”

The Taneyhills Library, located at 200 South Fourth Street in Downtown Branson is open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information on the library and the services it offers, visit their website, www.taneyhillscommunitylibrary.org.

Elis Long and his mom Katie enjoy the new sensory toys at the Taneyhills Library. (Photo by K.D. Michaels)

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Prior to the actual Relay for Life event, a number of Relay for Life fundraisers are held each spring and summer, in effort to reach the organization’s financial goal for the year.

“The American Cancer Society has set a lofty goal for our event this year, at $50,000,” noted Lisa Wilfong, Relay for Life of Taney and Stone County Event Chair. “In an effort to reach it, we have added three new feeder events.”

One of the Relay for Life fundraising events is a pickleball tournament set for April 9. The fun-filled fundraiser is an open tournament to be held at the Hollister School, 1914 State Highway BB in Hollister.

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Wilfong continued, “There will be a coffee vendor, a food truck for lunch, along with a snack concession we will host.

There will be Relay Reunion shirts, individual items and a number of baskets for purchase.”

For more information or to register for the pickleball tournament, go to www.PickleballTournaments.com. Registration is only $45, and all funds benefit the American Cancer Society.

“Register to support our fight against cancer and have some great games,” added Wilfong.

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Junior Auxiliary of Taney County delivers school supplies SUBMITTED to Branson Globe Junior Auxiliary of Taney County’s major focus for their projects is to improve the welfare of our children. Throughout the year, JATC supports the schools in numerous ways, but our major project for the schools is to deliver school supplies for elementary students in the outlying communities of Bradleyville, Kirbyville, Mark Twain and Taneyville. The schools receive these donations in January when school supplies are low and need to be replenished.

Last month, JATC members Paula Eighmy and Shanna Tilley delivered a variety of supplies which included composition notebooks, wide-ruled paper, wide ruled 1-subject notebooks, 2-pocket folders, crayons, pencils, mechanical pencils, pencil sharpeners, colored markers, ink pens, colored pencils, glue sticks, scotch tape, scissors, index cards, highlighters, rulers, erasers, Expo markers, etc. Other items designed to help keep the kids healthy such as hand sanitizer, Kleenex, Lysol spray, paper towels, and Clorox wipes were also donated to help provide our children with a healthy learning environment.

Junior Auxiliary was pleased to provide $50 Walmart gift cards to teachers in Bradleyville Elementary, Kirbyville Elementary, Mark Twain and Taneyville schools to purchase additional items they need for their classrooms.

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lect high demand items all year.

They shop the sales and save them up for this time of year when the schools run low. The budget allotted for this project allows JA to purchase extra things schools need at this time of year, along with purchasing the teacher gift cards, and JA Members supplement the supplies with their donations.

Major donations for various projects were received in 2020 and 2021 to provide support for our projects. Special thanks go to The Tri-Lakes Board of Realtors Good Neighbor Fund; White River Electric; Liberty Utilities; Branson’s Cowboy Church located at God & Country Theatre; Mitch and Jennifer Holmes at Edward Jones; Ozark Mountain Ear, Nose, & Throat; and Doug Baker & State Farm Insurance.

School Supplies is just one of many service projects that JATC members provide for the community. Other JATC projects include Tender Critters for children in trauma; prom dresses for girls in

need; financial and labor support for the Crisis Center including birthday parties and child care for the children so moms can attend counseling sessions; Santa’s Gift House; book swap for children who live in extended-stay motels; and scholarships for each of the four high schools in Taney County.

Donations for this project and others that JATC provides to the community can be sent to JATC, P.O. Box 862, Hollister, MO 65673. More information can be found on the Junior Auxiliary website JATCMO.ORG, their Facebook page, Junior Auxiliary of Taney County or via email at jatcmo@gmail.com.

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Joe Donley, Principal of Mark Twain Elementary, accepts boxes of supplies from JATC members Paula Eighmy and Shanna Tilley. (Special to Branson Globe)

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SIX holds area appreciation throughout the month of March

By K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer As a way of saying Thank You to local residents, SIX is holding Area Appreciation throughout the month of March.

SIX, a dynamic vocal super group, comprised of six talented brothers offers one of the area’s most unique shows. The brothers consistently amaze their audiences with their powerful vocals, tremendous harmonies, hilarious

antics, and unparalleled production. SIX remains one of Branson’s most popular and most talked-about shows. Their show runs the gamut -- classic rock, pop, doo-wop, country, gospel and patriotic.

SIX calls the Dick Clark American Bandstand Theater home, and shares the venue with Legends in Concert, Legends of Country and The Bretts Christmas Show.

During the month of March, SIX offers residents of Stone and Taney County and select surrounding counties a special rate of only $6 per person. Each person can bring up to six members of their immediate family or six guests and each receive the $6 price. Purchases must show a valid identification card, and Area Appreciation tickets can only be purchased through the Box Office.

Some restrictions may apply.

Area Appreciation rates are valid for Missouri residents in Barry, Christian, Dallas, Douglas, Greene, Jasper, Lawrence, McDonald, Newton, Ozark, Polk, Stone, Taney, Webster and Wright Counties.

In Arkansas, residents in the following counties are invited to take advantage of the SIX Area Appreciation rates: Baxter, Ben-

ton, Boone, Carroll, Fulton, Izard, Madison, Marion, Newton, Searcy, Stone and Washington.

During March, SIX performs Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 3 pm, and at 8 pm on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. For more information, call 1-800-SIXSHOW or visit their website, www.thesixshow.com.

Said SIX, “We love our awesome locals! Thank you!”

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SUBMITTED to Branson Globe After selling out their world tour which grossed 34 million dollars, the Roy Orbison and Buddy Holly Rock and Roll Dream Tour now moves to the Yakov Theater in Branson, Missouri, for a 2022 residency.

The Rock ‘N’ Roll Dream Tour will feature remastered audio

from legends Roy Orbison and Buddy Holly alongside a live band and back-up singers coming together in one mesmerizing night of performances. This cutting edge holographic performance will transport audiences back in time for an unforgettable evening of Roy Orbison and Buddy Holly’s greatest hits onstage.

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These two men defined the genre of rock and roll, from writing to recording to the standard band configuration, and they influenced everyone from Elvis to the Beatles. This once-in-a-lifetime show will be between 75 and 90 minutes of rock and roll magic.

The Residency Co. produced

by Da Silva International/Icon Events and Base Entertainment will commence April 1, 2022 and run for 100 shows. You don’t want to miss the show of the year in Branson in 2022. Tickets are on sale at yakovtheater.com; phone 800-679-9201for more information.

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ing, in a news release on the company website. “We were honored to kick off the festival with ‘Shoji Tabuchi: An American Dream’, a film that chronicles Shoji’s life story, which at its heart is the story of someone who first fell in love with country music, then fell in love with the Ozarks. What if we could do that live? What if we could unite that story and his leg-

endary talent in the perfect venue?”

An Evening with Shoji promises to do just that!

Tabuchi is slated to debut his new show this spring in the Little Opry Theatre, inside the Imax Complex on Branson’s Shepherd of the Hills Expressway. Tickets for the 8 p.m. show are not yet on sale, but more information can be found by visiting the IMAX website, www.bransonimax.com/ shoji.

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Without the financial assistance from Skaggs Foundation, many patients would not be able to participate.

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this barrier so patients are able to have access to cardiopulmonary rehab,” she said.

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Feb. 25, 2022 • 27 ity to go further,” he said. “I’m looking forward to being able to be active with my grandkids and be able to pick them up.”

For more information about Skaggs Legacy Endowment grant opportunities, visit SkaggsFoundation.org.

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Hollister IT director announces retirement; new IT director named

SUBMITTED to Branson Globe After 17 years of dedication to the Hollister R-V School District, Information Technology (IT) Director David Milligan announces that he will retire at the end of the 2021-2022 school year.

Milligan says that the most rewarding part of his job has been

being able to help the district grow and evolve as technology has grown and evolved. “Technology in the education world is continually going in directions that we hadn’t thought of before. I have enjoyed being able to help Hollister teachers, staff and students embrace those changes. It has been

rewarding to be a small district leading the way in technology advancement,” he shares.

Dr. Sean Woods, Assistant Superintendent of District Operations, shares that Milligan has been an integral part of technology advancement in the Hollister School District and will be greatly

missed. “Over the years Mr. Milligan has led his department and this district in technological directions that many of us would have never imagined education would go. Under his leadership, our district has built an infrastructure designed to keep staff and students safe and online, implemented a one-to-one device program for teachers and students, and put practices in place that allow endless possibilities for students as they grow into the future,” Woods states.

In retirement, Milligan is looking forward to having more time to devote to his music and is looking forward to having more time to spend with his family.

Hollister names new IT Director The Hollister R-V School District is excited to name Mrs. Tamhra Barnett as the new Information Technology (IT) Director for the 2022-2023 school year. She will succeed Mr. David Milligan upon his retirement at the end of the 2021-2022 school year.

Mr. Milligan says that Mrs. Barnett is a great choice as his successor. “Tamhra and I have worked closely together on many projects over the years,” he shares. “She

Mr. David Milligan (Special to Branson Globe)

Mrs. Tamhra Barnett (Special to Branson Globe) has the skill set and the leadership needed to be a successful IT Director. I am pleased to see her stepping into this role.”

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role for eight years, and she has 32 years of technology experience.

Dr. Sean Woods, Assistant Superintendent of District Operations, shares that Mrs. Barnett has progressed from her role as a teacher to a technology instructional coach and she has the behind-the-scenes knowledge of how technology should work for teachers and stu-

dents. “Mrs. Barnett has the advantage of having both an extensive instructional capacity as well as years of district technology background which gives her the skill set to continue to build upon structures already in place. I look forward to how Mrs. Barnett will continue to grow our technology needs into the 21st century, providing teachers and students what they need while keeping them safe in the cyber

with the technology department gives me a unique perspective. I’m looking forward to meeting the challenge of balancing safety and security with the ever-changing educational technology landscape.”

Mr. Milligan will continue to serve as the IT director and train his successor, Mrs. Barnett, through the end of June.

Mrs. Barnett will officially assume her new position on July 1.

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Yet, one in three adults do not realize they have it. People with high blood pressure or hypertension may not have obvious symptoms, that’s why it is important to have your blood pressure checked. This can be done in your home with a home blood pressure monitor, at some pharmacies or at a healthcare facility. Left untreated, hypertension can damage blood vessels and lead to serious health problems, including heart attack and stroke.

If you have been diagnosed with hypertension, it’s important to take your medication as prescribed, monitor your blood pressure and adopt a healthy lifestyle.

Some healthy lifestyle changes include: • Eat a well-balanced diet that’s low in salt.

• Limit alcohol intake.

• Enjoy regular physical activity.

• Manage stress.

• Maintain a healthy weight.

• Quit smoking.

• Take your medications properly.

• Work together with your doctor.

The Taney County Health Department participates in the WISEWOMAN (Well-Integrated Screening and Evaluation for Women Across the Nation) program. WISEWOMAN program screens for heart disease and stroke risk factors in women aged 40-64. Please call the Taney County Health Department for more information about the qualification to participate in WISEWOMAN (417)334-4544 ext. 590.

ligan has done so skillfully during his time as Technology Director,” she states.

Looking into the future, Barnett is excited about what lies ahead. “I am looking forward to continuing to work closely with staff and students to meet the technology challenges they face in everyday teaching and learning,” she shares. “My instructional experience combined with my years of working closely

world,” Woods says.

Mrs. Barnett shares that she is thankful for Mr. Milligan’s leadership and the opportunity to continue to learn from him over the next few months. “Mr. Milligan’s leadership leaves big shoes to fill,” she states.

“I am looking forward to building upon the foundation that he has laid and continuing to advocate for forward progress in an ever-changing technological world just as Mr. Mil-

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• 1804 Thomas Jefferson nominated for US President at Democratic-Republican caucus • 1836 Samuel Colt patents first multi-shot revolving-cylinder revolver, enabling the firearm to be fired multiple times without reloading • 1862 First Legal Tender Act is passed by the US Congress, authorizing the United States note (greenback) into circulation, the first fiat paper money that was legal tender in America • 1910 Dalai Lama flees Tibet for British India to escape Chinese troops • 1950 “Your Show of Shows” with Sid Caesar & Imogene Coca premieres on NBC. Writers include Mel Brooks, Neil Simon and Woody Allen.

• 1956 Nikita Khrushchev denounces Joseph Stalin at the 20th Congress of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union • 1957 Buddy Holly & Crickets record “That’ll Be the Day” • 1973 Stephen Sondheim’s musical “A Little Night Music” premieres at Shubert Theatre, NYC; runs for 601 performances • 1982 Final episode of “The Lawrence Welk Show” airs • 1986 Corazon Aquino becomes President of the Philippines; dictator Ferdinand Marcos flees the country • 2018 China briefly bans the letter ‘N’ as part of widespread censorship efforts • 2020 Iran emerges as a newCOVID-19 hotspot, recording 95 cases and 11 deaths as a deputy health minister that appeared on TV confirmed as also infected

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YAKOV THEATER LOOKING FOR PART-TIME PUBLICIST, SOCIAL MEDIA DIRECTOR for new Buddy Holly/Roy Orbison hologram residency; yakovtheater.com.

The person who fills this position will work onsite and report directly to the theater’s general manager. The responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to content creation work with multiple departments to obtain content for our website and social media accounts. Prepare content

for submission to outside marketing company for publishing to our website and social media accounts. Content will include time lapse videos, slide show videos, pictures and written narratives. Work with customers to get feedback on company performance and approval for use of feedback on company website and social media accounts. Review our presence on social media platforms for uniformity and accurate representation, online networking. Develop email campaigns and other initiatives to get online reviews from customers. Make connections between our social media accounts and current and potential customers. Requirements: prior experience with image editing software, PDF creation and editing, all social media platforms. Please email resume to info@iconevents.net.

BRANSON SCENIC RAILWAY: ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for full-time • On-board Train Attendant • Gift Shop Clerk • Reservation Agent. This is a SMOKE FREE – NON-TOBACCO USE business.

Pre-employment drug screening. Apply in Person. No phone calls. 206 E. Main St., Branson

Higher Standards Staffing offers professional care partnership, serving seniors and disabled adults wherever they call home.

Services offered:

Tasks of daily living Shopping/errands Bathing/grooming Meal preparation Medication prompting

Enrichment activities Light housekeeping Companionship Pet care 24 hour assistance

higherstandardsstaffing.com (417)369-0060

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“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

(Jeremiah 29:11)

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