Branson Globe, June 2, 2023

Remembering the Fallen: Memorial Day ceremony held in Kimberling City

By CYNTHIA J. THOMAS, Staff Writer

On Monday, May 29, Veterans of the Ozarks held a Memorial Day remembrance ceremony at the American Legion Hall in Kimberling City. Numerous area veterans, family members and friends gathered to pay respect to soldiers who died in service of the United States of America. VOTO officers David “Mac” McAllister and George Pezold welcomed those gathered, and the colors were presented by a Veterans of the Ozarks honor guard

See more on Memorial Day in the Ozarks, along with pictures, on pages 28 - 29.

before the Pledge of Allegiance and opening prayer.

“This is not Veterans Day, and it is not a celebration,” stated McAllister in his remarks about the occasion, reminding attendees that it is possible to enjoy the beginning of summer vacation and spend time with family while still taking care to remember the sacrifices that have helped make such things possible.

SEE MEMORIAL DAY, PAGE 28

Groundbreaking celebration for fire station two decades in the works

By K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer

A Branson project that has been in the works for nearly two decades is now closer to completion, as a groundbreaking celebration was held for the City of Branson Fire Department’s Station 4.

Addressing those in attendance at the groundbreaking, City Administrator Cathy Stepp noted, “There have been years of effort and work and time and communi-

cation and advocacy. The Public Safety Committee, our board of aldermen, mayors current and past all had a key instrumental role in moving this project forward for public safety for all of Branson.”

Construction is set to start this week on the new fire station. Located on Champagne Boulevard, off of State Highway 165, the three-bay, six bunk facility, with SEE FIRE STATION, PAGE 27

PAYING TRIBUTE – In the background, Sergeant Major Bob Smithers (US Army, Retired) plays taps at Ozarks Memorial Park Cemetery. (Photo by K.D. Michaels)

Tribute artist shares thoughts on music legend Turner

By K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer

The versatile and extremely talented Lori Mitchell-Gay has been portraying a musical icon for more than two decades.

“I have been paying tribute to Tina Turner for 20-plus years,” said Mitchell-Gay. “I started with Legends in Concert in 1993. I was singing in a Top 40 Band, and I was approached by the then-producer of a show called Legends in Concert of Vegas. I had never really known about impersonation and tribute artists except most of them were men doing drag. He explained that he had a show and that he’d like for me to perform on that show.”

Mitchell-Gay shared her thoughts about the legend she portrays.

“The thing that drew me to Tina, as I affectionately call her even though we never met, was the music. The Soulful Rock is something that’s very easy for me to sing. It’s comfortable, therefore

it’s appealing and fun to perform,” Mitchell-Gay noted. “Her music inspired me first as a vocalist. She was in a category of music where there are not many African American females. So, in that respect it had a huge influence on me because she was conquering rock!”

Mitchell-Gay, who also performs musical tributes to Diana Ross, Aretha Franklin and Whitney Houston, shared her thoughts on learning of Turner’s recent passing.

“I was on a plane to Rhode Island for a gig,” Mitchell-Gay recalled. “My background singer gasped and looked at me. No words exchanged. She just showed me a photo of Tina, and I knew she was gone. Instant gut punch! I had kept up with her medical issues and knew she had had a stroke, but she was always an example of strength, so I knew she was just laying low and enjoying life. I also knew from interviews that she, as a Buddhist, would freely speak of

death in a very poignant way. So, in my utter sadness, I also felt OK, because she had suffered enough in her life.”

Mitchell-Gay currently performs with Legends in Concert at their Myrtle Beach, South Carolina venue. She has also headlined shows for Legends in Foley, Alabama; Las Vegas and Atlantic City, as well as traveled extensively with the organization around the world.

“I am humbled and grateful to be able to perform and do the things that make people smile,” said Mitchell-Gay. “I get to share the energy and enjoyment Tina Turner’s music brought to the world. I couldn’t dream of a better job. Her life’s story is one of strength and resilience. It’s a story that resonates with so many people who were afraid or stuck in an abusive relationship or household. All it took was a little courage. You, too, can be a superstar in your own life!”

Lori Mitchell-Gay as Tina Turner (Special to Branson Globe)

Cox Health new therapy program geared to improving well-being of cancer patients

By K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer

A new therapy program at Cox Health is offering a renewed hope to cancer patients.

Rachael Rogers is the newest occupational therapist at the Cox Medical Center. Rogers helped develop an Oncology and Lymphedema Therapy Program at Baylor Medical Center in Plano, Texas.

“When a patient hears that they have cancer, often their life comes to a screeching stop,” said Rogers. “They are overwhelmed with all of the doctor appointments, surgeries and ongoing treatments over the

next few months to fight their cancer. The Oncology Rehab Program at Cox Medical Center in Branson helps patients to regain their strength and endurance and return to their highest level of function. Many patients suffer from pain, soft tissue restrictions and anatomical changes after cancer treatments that require a hands-on approach to break up scar tissue and adhesion to allow for better movement and to reduce pain and tightness that comes from radiation and surgery.”

Rogers continued, “Another component of this program is ad-

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dressing and preventing lymphedema. Lymphedema is a swelling condition that can come after having lymph nodes removed during cancer treatments. I am a certified lymphedema therapist, and I am able to treat any current lymphedema that is present, but more importantly, address ways to prevent developing lymphedema and safe ways to return to working out without increasing the chances of developing it. The goal of this program is to assess the patients’ current and ongoing needs and to

Brawner joins Advisory Board at Branson Bank

Submitted to Branson Globe

Branson Bank is pleased to announce that Dr. Travis Brawner has been appointed to the Branson Bank Board of Directors as an Advisory Director.

The Branson Bank Board of Directors is comprised of individuals who advise and oversee the mission, vision and strategic planning for the bank. Dr. Brawner joins Advisory Directors Peter Peitz, Wes Strange, John Dyess, and Cynthia Carson; and Directors Bill Jones, Dan Boone, Jerry DeGraffenreid, Mark Luebbert, Dean Harmon, Mike Bilbrey, Tom Boyce, Dr. Sue Head and Matt Farmer.

“We are thankful to have Dr. Brawner join our Board of Directors team,” said Bill Jones, CEO, Branson Bank. “His personal values,

commitment to community, and service to others are exemplary.”

Dr. Brawner is the founder and owner/physician of Ozark Mountain Ear, Nose and Throat LLC.

A lifelong resident of Branson, Brawner graduated from Branson High before seeking a B.S. in Biology at Missouri State University. He continued his educational pursuits in medicine at the University of Missouri - Columbia. Thereafter, he held an internship and residency at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center before returning home to Branson to practice.

Brawner currently serves as a Director on the Cox Medical Center Branson Board, Associate Professor of the Department of Surgery at the University of Mis-

Tri-Lakes

souri - Columbia School of Medicine, and Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

Branson Bank is a $340 million asset community bank that is a locally owned and controlled, state chartered financial institution with three locations in Branson, one in Forsyth, and one in Branson West.

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BY LINDA PAGE Entertainment Writer

When you have a good thing going, you should stick with it. That’s exactly what the Presley family has done for the past 56 years, in the same spot on 76 Country Boulevard. The building has changed, but their type of music and style of the show hasn’t changed.

The Presleys first played to audiences in the Ozark caves, but the shows were so popular the huge caverns couldn’t hold the people. They found some land on an isolated stretch of road outside of town and built their first music theater. This stretch of road would eventually become Highway 76 with all the lights, glitter, country music stars and traffic.

These days the Presleys still play to packed houses in their modern theater, but you can also see them on RFD-TV on Saturday evenings at 6:30 p.m. When they’re not appearing on their Branson stage they take the stage on the new

Area Entertainment: Presleys’ Country Jubilee

cruise ship Harmony of the Seas for seven days and nights of music and fun at sea. Their next cruise is scheduled for January 21, 2024, and you can check their website for more information.

I decided to spend my Memorial Day evening at the Presleys’ Country Jubilee, and it was the perfect ending to a holiday weekend. They had a large, enthusiastic crowd, and the cast set the tone for the show, opening with “Take Me To The River” “Don’t Fence Me In” and “I’ll Fly Away.” The show just wouldn’t be the same without Herkimer and Cecil, and they were on hand and up to their usual antics. Helping them get into a little mischief was Lil’ Cecil. Gary, Eric and Ben Presley kept the audience

laughing throughout the show with their zany comedy.

Ambrus Presley, Devonna Wickizer and Rebekah (Beka) Osmond graced the stage with their talent, beauty and gorgeous stage clothes. It’s worth the price of admission just to hear Ambrus sing “Somewhere Over The Rainbow.” Devonna sings “Get Your Kicks On Route 66” and Beka belts out “Happy Girl” and then the three ladies join forces on “Hey, Good Lookin.’” This kind of toe-tapping music just kept coming for about two hours.

Steve Presley has been keeping the beat on drums for 56 years and now he has some help from Zach Presley, a fourth generation Presley and son of Scott who plays guitar

SEE AREA ENTERTAINMENT, PAGE 38

Cecil and Herkimer clown (Photo by Linda Page)

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Dave Says: It’s not a joint venture, it’s a marriage

she made a 20% down payment on the land from her savings. We’ve paid off some debt, and she has more in savings now. But I feel guilty, and it seems unfair to ask her to pay on our debt with her savings since most of it is debt I brought into the marriage. How do you feel about this?

Sonny

Maybe these next lines will sound familiar: for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health. The old “Book of Common Prayer” continues the vows and says, “Unto thee, all my worldly goods I pledge.” This is called oneness. It’s called unity. And it’s what a good marriage should be about.

BY

DAVE RAMSEY, CEO, Ramsey Solutions, and an eight-time No. 1 national best-selling author, and host of The Ramsey Show

DearDave,

When my wife and I got married, she had about $70,000 in savings and I had a lot of debt. We bought some property from her parents to build a home on, and

Dear Sonny,

This question tells me you’re a good guy with a good heart. But let me ask you a thing or two. When your wife gets sick, is it unfair for you to take care of her? You didn’t cause it. It’s not your fault. Of course, it’s not unfair. I’m not mad at you, buddy. I’m just throwing your own logic right back at you.

Do you get what I’m saying, Sonny? The two of you are in this together. This is not a business partnership or joint venture. It’s a man and a woman pledging themselves, and all they have and are, to each other. I understand your feelings, but if you’re not careful, that kind of guilt will stand in the way of you two creating a successful marriage—both financially and emotionally.

When you got married, the “me” and “mine” became “we” and “ours.” You got all her stuff, the good and bad, and she got all of yours. Now it’s time for you to work as a team to make the bad stuff go away and the good things even better. What’s fair (and what’s right) is to combine all of your income, all of your assets and all of your liabilities.

I know it’s uncomfortable, but you’ve got to choose courage. Ask her to go all in on this with you and attack your debt together. Work toward making your dreams come true together as one.

That’s what’s fair, and that’s what’s best when you’re married.

— Dave

Stock Market Insights: Fake market drama

came from a Twitter account with a profile picture showing a beautiful young woman. I immediately knew it was a fake account and just ignored it. But unfortunately, it turns out the stock market is a little easier to fool.

cial intelligence and falsely claimed it is from Bloomberg News. A spokesperson for Bloomberg News released a statement saying the picture wasn’t theirs.

the computers consider fake?

DR. RICHARD BAKER, AIF®,

is the founder of and an executive wealth advisor at Fervent Wealth Management. https://www.face-

book.com/Dr.RichardBaker

Last Monday, May 22, 2023, a fake picture claiming to show an explosion near the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., was posted and widely shared on social media, causing a quick drop in the stock market. The Pentagon confirmed there was no such incident, and the stock market recovered.

The picture was created by artifi-

What concerns me is that a fake news story made the stock market drop (thankfully, only briefly.) Computer-controlled investment portfolios immediately reacted to the news causing a flash drop.

Not to bore you, but computers (robo-advisors and such) use Efficient Market Hypothesis, which makes investment decisions using all available information. My question is, who determines what

The stock market took a dip in the minutes after the picture began circulating. According to CNN Business, the Dow Jones Index fell about 80 points between 10:06 a.m. and 10:10 a.m. and then fully recovered by 10:13 a.m. In the same way, the S&P 500 Index went from positive 0.02% at 10:06 a.m. to negative 0.15% at 10:09 a.m. and then fully recovered by 10:11 a.m.

The market disruption lasted only five-seven minutes, but during those minutes, the market value dropped an estimated 9 bil-

SEE STOCK MARKET INSIGHTS, PAGE 49

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BY CYNTHIA J. THOMAS Staff Writer

During the Memorial Day weekend, as visitors descended on the Branson area and the first waves—literally—of holiday boaters surged past my neighborhood, I have paused to think about the true intent of the holiday, first designated as “Decoration Day” in 1868 to honor soldiers

Reflections: Receive and share God’s comfort

who perished in the Civil War, and now observed on the last Monday in May. I’ve had the opportunity to visit with veteran friends and relatives who struggle with memories of fallen comrades who didn’t make it home, and also some spouses and children of those who gave all.

Memorial Day for honoring those who gave their lives in serving our country, and cemetery “Decoration Days” for remembering other loved ones, have somewhat merged over the last few years, but all of us have people whose memory we honor, whose presence in our lives is sorely missed, and whose sacrifices we must never forget. That leads me to my current study of Paul’s let-

ters to the Corinthian church, particularly 2 Corinthians 7, which addresses the topic of comfort.

In verses 5–7, Paul is painfully honest about his struggles: “Pressed from every direction—conflicts on the outside, fears within” (BSB). Elsewhere in the New Testament, he elaborates on persecution that included beatings, being forced to flee cities, and plenty of jail time that eventually ended in a martyr’s death. I suspect he was also remorseful about his own zealous persecution of Christians before his encounter with the risen Christ. Added to that was the sorrow of learning some Corinthian believers had given in to idolatry and immorality. God did not leave Paul without

comfort, however. “But God, who comforts the downcast, comforted us by the arrival of Titus” (v. 6, BSB). Not only was Titus’ presence a comfort to Paul, but Titus brought news that the Corinthian church had welcomed him warmly and was starting to respond positively to Paul’s difficult message of correction. Such news encouraged Paul to continue his work for the Lord, in spite of the difficulties. Paul’s letters frequently reference not only Jesus’ sacrifice for our freedom from sin, but also the faithfulness of those who traveled with or worked alongside or supported him.

For me, there were several takeaways from studying the Corinthians passage. The Memorial

Been Thinkin’ About... Hillbilly holdouts

became a runaway bestseller shortly after its 1907 release. The book was a nostalgic and stately romance peculiarly translated through the real people of the Missouri Ozarks. In short time, literary tourists arrived to hunt down the real places and people which inspired the book.

hungry for nostalgia, sentimentalism and real-live hillbillies.

Day application seemed clear: Although there’s nothing wrong with enjoying time with family, we need to see patriotic holidays not just as a day off from work but as a time to reflect on those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. We need to encourage our veterans for whom patriotic holidays are difficult, and support their efforts to honor fallen comrades. And a broader application of the scripture is to be thankful for people who have been there for us during times of grief or illness and gracious to others who may be going through loss or a tough time, looking for appropriate and sensitive ways to speak God’s comfort into their lives.

BY JOSHUA HESTON StateoftheOzarks Media & Design

Once upon a time, a novelist and minister named Harold Bell Wright wrote a book named “Shepherd of the Hills” which

Branson tourism began before Branson, with many early tourists disembarking at the depot in neighboring Hollister. From then on, a sometimes-rocky relationship existed between the good people of Taney County and an outside world

Some half-century later, the Shepherd of the Hills outdoor drama opened on the very ridge that had inspired Wright, the play becoming an iconic “first show” of Branson’s golden era of entertainment. During the 20th century, fueled by upheaval of war and progress, hillbillies became big business, an iconic herald in overalls and straw hat hearkening to simpler times.

Unique in those first generations of Branson’s entertainers, the stage hillbillies were real hill-

billies (though sometimes with dialects and mannerisms dialed up a notch or 10). Silver Dollar City opened, first as a western village, then as a hillbilly town where the modern world was invited to “pull up a rocking chair and sit a spell.”

Hillbillies playing hillbillies to people wanting to buy hillbilly, the marketing gimmick was two-parts kitsch and one part reality, artifice layered upon real culture. In time, the gimmick itself became historic. Lines blurred between the real and the pretend until the pretend was its own subculture with its own devo-

Breakfast at Tiffany’s: Spoiled manna

sions fail not. They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness. The Lord is my portion, saith my soul; therefore will I hope in him” (Lamentations 3:21-24).

BY TIFFANY GRAVETT Staff Writer

This I recall to my mind, therefore have I hope. It is of the Lord’s mercies that we are not consumed, because his compas-

Most of us are familiar with the biblical account of when the Israelites escaped their four-hundredyears-long captivity in Egypt. God had promised to bring them to a new land that they could call their own; a spacious place “flowing with milk and honey.” The journey from Egypt to Canaan took approximately a month to travel, but the Israelites wandered around

aimlessly in the desert for forty years. What possibly could have kept them, God’s very own people, from reaching the promised land in a month rather than forty years?

Rather than keeping their eyes on the prize, the people of God chose to live in a perpetual pity party. They had not foreseen the trials that lay ahead of them when they escaped from slavery. Now they were wandering through the scorching desert with little food or water. They had lost their trust in Moses and in God. Egypt seemed

like a piece of cake compared to what they were dealing with out there in the wilderness. Distracted by what they thought they lacked, the Israelites wanted to go back. Their spirits longed for freedom in Canaan’s happy land, but their flesh was screaming, “Abort, abort!”

The Israelites were great at remembering the past; they had no trouble wishing for the future; but they didn’t know how to live joyfully and content in the now. So God sent manna.

When the layer of dew had

tees, its own exploitation.

“Would you like to see the Ozarks beyond Country Music Boulevard?”

I was asked that question in 2008 by a wise hillbilly who didn’t always dress like a hillbilly and I took him up on the offer, deepening my love for this patchwork of culture and region. Years passed. I walked my own dark night of the soul in relationship to the at-times overwhelming tourist pastiche. And I’ve weathered the “Don’t Say Hillbilly” campaign brought SEE BEEN THINKIN’ ABOUT, PAGE 26

evaporated, there were thin flakes on the desert floor, as fine as frost on the ground. When the Israelites saw it, they asked one another, “What is it?” For they did not know what it was. Then Moses said to them, “It is the bread the Lord has given you to eat…Moses said to them, “No one may keep any of it until morning.” But they did not listen to Moses; some people left part of it until morning, and it became full of maggots and began to smell (Exodus 16:14-15, 19-20).

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...what a difference it could make if...we all would pick up a piece of trash (or two)

A few days ago, I was driving north out of Branson on Hwy 248. Just past the quarry, I slowed to turn right (east) onto Branson Hills Parkway. Local people may recall that there are large, handsome masonry signs set in neatly-mowed areas of grass on each side of that intersection, for the Branson Hills housing development. Together with the strik-

ing view to the east for several miles, this is a very pretty spot; I often see cars pulled over onto the shoulder just north of the intersection and people standing by the big sign and enjoying the dramatic panorama.

That day, there was also a pedestrian there, cautiously trying to cross from the parking area on the north to the grassy area on the south side, so the motor traffic was moving extra carefully. He was a bearded young man

wearing dark shorts and a bright yellow shirt, and I noticed that he was holding two empty plastic drink bottles in his left hand. He paused in the median for me to make my right turn in front of him, and as I rounded the curve I caught a glimpse of another bottle nestling in the grass on the south side, and I assumed that he intended to pick that one up too.

As I continued my way down the hill, I had plenty of food for thought. Here was a young citi-

religious books are free’

so-called celebrities (many of whom had faded due to unwise choices), a volume on how to care for your gerbil, a tome detailing the history of a country that no longer exists – it was determined that all of these could generate income.

Many of the other books were authored by respected Christians. I snared several, so from a selfish standpoint I was happy.

zen who was apparently on his way somewhere but not pressed for time, who had stopped here, had enjoyed the view, then paused in his journey for a few minutes more to pick up some pieces of trash to help keep our town and its roadways clean and beautiful.

As my thoughts continued, I imagined what a difference it could make if all Branson locals had this kind of awareness and dedication; and wherever we may

be, and if there was a receptacle that we could use, we all would pick up a piece of trash (or two) from the ground and dispose of them ourselves. It would not take long, but it would help. And more: it would set an example for our visitors and raise the awareness in other locals; that we have pride in our town, and we can all make a positive difference in it, every day, wherever we are.

Rick List Branson

BY LAURI THOMPSON, Columnist

As I browsed, I noticed that books at a library’s used book sale were priced anywhere from a nickel to five bucks. Even an out-of-date reference book on an obscure subject, the organizers thought, could fetch a nickel. Until I came to an entire section with a sign: “All Religious Books Are Free.” Books by

But someone had decided that religious books, including Bibles, simply would not sell – a decision which was likely experience based. Because it is cumbersome to store and schlep around books, I understand the judgment call. I don’t blame the organizers. I blame our society – what we value and what we don’t.

On the “religious table,” I noticed several reputable versions of the Bible, and they were in great shape (seldom or never read?).

I was also cheered by the thought that a few of these Bibles or Christian books might end up in the hands of people who needed them. Maybe somebody who had dismissed Christianity as “a bunch or hypocrites” or irrelevant would reconsider. One could hope.

But mostly I felt sad. The sign was a blunt reminder that I rub shoulders with people who ignore the very Book and books that could change their lives for the better – and in some cases change their destinies for all eternity.

I recall a scene from “Seeing Clearly, a View from Heaven”

by Rick Mapson. In this fictional account, Mapson shows us a newcomer during his acclimation to heaven. The fellow needs more orientation than most because he had become a Christian on his deathbed.

The protagonist is handed the same Bible he had once received as a Father’s Day gift, to which he emotionally responds: “Thank You God for allowing me to receive something now that I rejected then. Something worth so much that I thought was worth so little. Thank you for . . . this valuable gift.”

I am disturbed that many do not consider the Bible worth a plug nickel. Nor do they consider a Christian book worth a looksee. It makes one wonder where

our “no use for God” society is headed. “Religion and morality,” U.S. President George Washington said, “are the essential pillars of civil society.”

No use becoming a hand-wringer; instead, I suggest we take our sadness and transform it into wise steps to better reach people with God’s very good news. We can strive to communicate Christ’s truth and love in a more compelling and appealing way.

Perhaps we can pique the interest of people in this wayward culture, tantalizing them toward their Creator Who longs to give them both a joy-filled and peacefilled life this side of heaven, and heaven itself. (It wouldn’t hurt to pray either.)

‘All

BY PAT LAMB Columnist

Note: The family in this story wishes to remain anonymous, so the names have been changed.

Every family has its challenges. One such challenge came to

Train Up a Child: A true story of a father’s love

a family consisting of Mom, Dad, Justin, Jerry, Jane and James. The children ranged in age from age six to age 14. The children were typically well behaved and good students except for Jerry, the second son who was in seventh grade. He was well behaved, but simply did not like the regimentation of school. He was smart enough, but he wanted to learn at his own pace and only the subjects he was interested in rather than the required lessons.

When Jerry received his first report card in seventh grade, his mom had a hard time getting him

Out of the mouths of babes...

By TIFFANY GRAVETT, Staff Writer

As we were folding clothes one day, Grace burst into song, “You gotta know when to hold them. Know when to fold them….”

-Grace

Wendy: What happened here? Where did all the frosting go?

Katherine: I was unsupervised.

-Katherine, age 6

“Mommy, when do you think my iPad will die? I don’t mean die on the cross. I just mean stop working.” -Grant, age 3

Hearing a radio advertisement….”What’s reptile dys-

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God gave them manna to sustain them one day at a time. The food from yesterday was obsolete. The

function?” -Callum, age 12

We are back home from the hospital with Baby Elizabeth and getting the other kids from Gigi’s house….

Ethan: Back home?

Scott: Yes, Ethan. We are going to go home now.

Ethan: And bring that? (Gestures to his new sister)

Scott: Yes, we are bringing your new baby sister home, too.

-Ethan, age 3

“When I was in the backyard, my sock fell off and went over the fence.” -Owen, age 5

“When it gets cold outside,

food for tomorrow could not be gathered up and saved. They had to learn to trust God for each day. That was the only way to survive.

The manna is as relevant for us today as it was to the Israelites

to let her see it. Finally he quickly handed it to her just as he was getting ready to walk out the door to school after his dad had already gone to work. Although it was obvious he had taken great pains to make his forgery look realistic, it was just as obvious that a “D” had been changed to a “B” in two cases. Mom took one look and said exactly the wrong thing, “Boy, are you in trouble. Just wait ‘til your dad sees this!”

Jerry decided not to wait until his dad saw the report card. His mom left for an out-of-town meet-

ing that day and when Dad came home from work, Jerry had run away from home!

When Mom returned from her meeting on Sunday afternoon, she was greeted with four sad faces. The other children and their dad had searched all weekend, but could not find Jerry. Mom, knowing how much Jerry liked trains, suggested looking down by the railroad tracks. Immediately the other three children ran to look and came back saying that they had found him sitting under the railroad trestle. Mom wanted to hurry

and go get him, but Dad told her to wait and let the children go. He was right. The children went back and talked him into coming home. Mom’s first impulse was to grab Jerry and give him a great big hug, but Dad had everyone go to the living room and sit down. When all were seated, Dad began by saying, “Kids, your brother doesn’t love you. He ran away from all of us and not only that, he took your dog. If he loved you, he wouldn’t have run away.” All were stunned and sat in silence. “Jerry,” he said, SEE TRAIN UP A CHILD, PAGE 49

my teeth start to chew by themselves.” -Annabelle, age 4

“I just can’t believe how proud of myself I am!” -Jax, after making his very first touchdown

Gia: *singing* Bring me a higher love

Bella: *singing to the same melody* Bring me a hundred dollars

-Gia, age 7; Bella, age 2

Dad: Let’s get ready for church. Get up and get dressed. The first person to get dressed gets a high five!

Lila: I don’t want a high five. I want twenty bucks!

-Lila, age 6

back then. We, too, must learn to let go of the past, trust God for today, and place our future in His loving care. Otherwise, we may find ourselves carrying around a load of spoiled spiritual manna.

Dada was picking up Carrie from school….

Scott: I missed you today, sweetie!

Carrie: I missed Mommy.

-Carrie, age 4

Daddy finally rolls out of bed… “There you go, big boy! I knew

you could do it!” -Emilia, age 2 (This week’s cute kid quotes are from littlehoots.com)

Young volunteers spend Memorial Day helping at Veterans Garden

By CYNTHIA J. THOMAS, Staff Writer

A group of young volunteers found a unique way to honor our nation’s fallen heroes on Memorial Day. Several high school students from Future Men of America spent several hours working at the Branson Veterans Memorial Gar-

den, located at the intersection of 76 Country Blvd. and Roark Valley Road in Branson.

Future Men of America is a Christian boarding school in Kirbyville near Branson. The school offers a structured setting for young men to work on their future in an environment that promotes

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success, with coursework and counseling based on the Word of God. Practical training, such as Monday’s work, helps instill values such as patriotism and appre-

ciation for the freedoms we enjoy as Americans, along with the responsibilities we all have to help maintain those freedoms.

In addition to working hard at

tasks such as installing edging for planting beds and laying mulch, the young men gathered at the Garden’s flag plaza at noon for a lesson in flag etiquette, proper flag-raising, and display techniques. Local veteran and master gardener Bruce Sisk, a regular Memorial Garden volunteer, asked the young men in turn to assist him as he explained how to carefully attach flags without letting them touch the ground; how the American flag must rise above other flags in a given display, and other flag etiquette pointers. Veterans visiting the garden were then asked to join the group for the flag raising and the Pledge of Allegiance.

Following the ceremony, Garden administrator Jana Evans thanked the group for their work

Students from Future Men of America gathered at the flag plaza as part of their workday. (Photo by Cynthia J. Thomas)

Garden administrator Jana Evans thanked the volunteers. (Photo by Cynthia J. Thomas)

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Give 5 Program offers benefits to volunteers and community

By K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer

A relatively new program makes it easier for seniors to volunteer.

Give 5 is a civic matchmaking program that connects retirees or near retirees with meaningful volunteer opportunities that match their skill set and their interests. Typically the nonprofits involved with Give 5 address a community challenge. In the case of Branson, that challenge is poverty.

“The Give 5 program was launched in 2017 as a matchmaking program, aimed at recruiting highly-skilled and motivated retired or nearly retired citizens to help nonprofits addressing poverty in Springfield/Greene County, Missouri,” explained Cora Scott,

co-creator of Give 5. “Hundreds of people have graduated from Give 5, providing the Springfield area nonprofits fuel from which to fulfill their missions of helping others. Give 5 alums are highly sought after for public service opportunities and are thought of as ‘super’ volunteers that bring a variety of skills and energy to any project. Give 5 is a program licensed to communities across the country who want to energize and mobilize the incredible power of Baby Boomers who are retired or are considering retirement.”

“Participants learn about the most challenging problems facing their communities and uncover ways they can help make a differ-

ence in addressing those social and systemic issues,” Scott continued.

“In many of our locations, United Health Care is our proud supporting sponsor.”

Give 5 classes are currently underway, or coming soon, to many locations throughout Missouri.

Locally, in Branson and Springfield, Give 5 has more than 30 participants and works with a stable of nearly 35 nonprofits in Springfield, and another 20 in Branson. Branson organizations benefiting from the experience of the Give 5 volunteers include Answers to Prayer, Boys and Girls Club of the Ozarks, Branson Senior Center, Elevate Branson, Faith Community Health, Free Medical Clinic of the Ozarks, Harbor House Domes-

tic Violence Center, The Salvation Army and others.

Give 5 offers substantial benefits to the communities with which they partner.

“Give 5 benefits the community by helping nonprofits increase their bandwidth to increase both the quantity and quality of services provided. Imagine having a retired CEO, marketing professional, engineer, nurse, doctor or teacher on your nonprofit team. These retirees bring enormous skills and experience to the table. This program helps strengthen community fabric by bringing people together for a common good.”

As for benefits to the volunteers, Scott added, “The U.S. Surgeon General recently sounded the

alarm on loneliness and isolation, providing guidance on the healing effects of social connection and community. The physical effects of loneliness are equivalent to smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Loneliness and isolation is far more than just a bad feeling—it harms both individual and community health. It is associated with a greater risk of disease and even death. Give 5 helps prevent the harmful consequences of a community that lacks social connection. Volunteering can be good for your health.”

Scott says her goals for the program are to help address poverty in the Branson area and to provide an easy ‘on-ramp’ for those wishing to volunteer in the community.

“We call the program ‘couch repellent’ because it really provides an avenue for seniors to get off the couch and into the community,” said Scott.

For more information on Give 5, visit www.give5program.org.

Elevate Work graduates 47th class since 2013

By CYNTHIA J. THOMAS, Staff Writer

On Wednesday evening, May 24, Elevate Work graduated its 47th class since the program began in 2013. Seven graduates received their certificates, and several of the students were also recognized for completing the computer skills classes offered alongside the program.

Following opening prayer, class instructor Shelly Cantwell welcomed the many family members and friends in attendance. She also thanked Patsy Alexander, sponsor for the class, and then introduced Tayler McCollom, a 2017 graduate of the program, to talk about the impact of Elevate Work on her life and career.

“Elevate Work was exactly what I needed as I was getting out of a dark place in my life,” shared McCollom. “I found such great community here.”

Program director Donna McConkey then spoke about the structure and content of the program,

which meets twice weekly, 6 to 8 p.m on Mondays and Wednesdays, for nine weeks. Childcare, dinner and transportation are available for students. Students have regular assignments and homework, hear from area business and professional panel members, participate in mock interviews, and develop an action plan. Many staff and volunteers help make the program a success, including bus driver Jim Rankin, computer teachers Drew McClintock and Jerry Sanderson, Chef Frank and his crew who cook dinners, the thrift store staff who help graduates select professional outfits for interviews, and Lindsay of Doo or Dye Hair Salon who provided haircuts. McConkey also stressed the importance of mentors, who attend classes alongside the students and encourage them in completing the work as well as developing the interpersonal and life skills they will need to move their action plan forward.

Speaker for the evening was Mary Ann Dailey of Dailey Insurance. She spoke about the importance of mentors and connections, as well as defining aspirations and setting goals. She shared from her own journey, being a runaway teen and experiencing a series of circumstances and choices that impacted her life as a single mom. She benefited from various services in Branson and worked various jobs, including the insurance industry, eventually meeting her husband, Ryan, and opening her own agency. Dailey also encouraged students to rise above their circumstances by viewing setbacks as stepping-stones.

Following Dailey’s remarks, the following graduates and their mentors were called to the platform in turn, to receive their certificate and a packet containing their resumé, copies of their action plan and budget, and a resource list for moving forward.

• Regina Austin, mentor Jean Lindsay

• Stevaun Lashley, mentor Buddy Burns

• Daryl Lewis, mentor Andrew Lindsay

• Lia Van Zant, mentor Sue Gordy

• Krystal Miller, mentor Cyndi DeWitt

• Meredith Lee, mentor Nancy Klein

• Jessica Hawthorne, mentor Grace Bartell

Each pair shared thoughts about their experiences, with all affirming they planned to stay in touch and several mentors mentioning they had benefited as much as

SEE ELEVATE WORK GRADS, PAGE 36

Student and mentors left to right: Meri Lee, Nancy Klein, Stevaun Lashley, Buddy Burns, Regina Austin, Jean Lindsay, Jessica Hawthorne, Grace Bartell, Krystal Miller, Cyndi DeWitt, Lia VanZant, Sue Gordy, Darrell Lewis, Drew Lindsay (Photo by Eric Renner, photographer, media producer)

John Hagey assumes Executive Director role with Hollister Area Chamber of Commerce

By CYNTHIA J. THOMAS, Staff Writer

A long-time member supporter of the Hollister business community has entered a new phase of service. At the end of May, John Hagey officially assumed the role of full-time Executive Director of the Hollister Area Chamber of Commerce.

The announcement was made at the Chamber’s annual Jeans, Jerseys, and Jackets gala in January and followed by a transitional period. Hagey served a

two-year tenure as Chairman of the Chamber Board in 2019 and 2020, which was extended for another year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and then again when a replacement named for 2022 received an employment offer out of the Hollister area. During the fall of 2022, the Board asked Hagey to consider becoming Executive Director, a position which had been vacant for the past 12 years. Miranda Rought has now assumed the Chairman position.

In a March interview with Scott McCaulley of KOMC, Hagey said lots of thought and prayer went into the decision, since he spent several years in the insurance business and has had his own agency in Hollister since 2012, but that his wife and family were supportive of the decision. Hagey grew up with family in Illinois and Kansas who often met in Branson as a halfway point; when his grandparents retired to the area in 1990, his parents soon decided to move also. He attended Missouri State University. He and his wife, Kristina, whom he met through work in Branson, are parents to Taylor, a schoolteacher at Hollister; Emily, currently in college; and Madison, who will be in seventh grade at Forsyth next year.

Hagey said the Chamber board and the Hollister community are an amazing and supportive group, making the Chairman job very enjoyable during the ex-

tended term. He has been active in the Chamber ever since opening his insurance agency, serving as Grape & Fall Festival Operations Director before becoming Vice Chairman and then Chairman of the Board.

Hagey also believes there is great momentum as business owners and community residents have been eager to move forward after pandemic slowdowns, creating a favorable atmosphere for again having an executive director. The timing was also impacted by the need to replace Alice Yeager, the Chamber’s long-time administrative assistant, who plans to retire.

“Alice is the glue that’s held things together,” stated Hagey. He is grateful she agreed to stay on part time for 12 to 18 months to aid with the transition. “He has a lot to learn,” Alice jokes. Her legacy will continue through the “Alice Award,” presented to Yeager at the gala as the first

recipient and planned as an annual recognition of outstanding service to the Chamber and community.

The year 2022 was a very positive year, with good working relationships between the Chamber, City of Hollister leadership, and Hollister schools, and the momentum has continued into 2023. The annual Easter Egg Hunt was a big success, which Hagey attributes to the many volunteers, donors and vendor organizations in addition to the committee. The schools are big partners in that event, and the ample parking and the artificial turf on the football field eliminate concern about any but the very worst weather issues.

Chamber members also enjoyed the recent Hat-itude Ball. Held at the College of the Ozarks, the celebration is a sort of Founder’s Day, as attendance is free but attendees have to wear a hat in tribute to Hollister’s origins, history as a community, and relationship with Branson, Shepherd of the Hills, and the Missouri-North Arkansas rail-

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road. Downing Street’s historic vibe, along with the train depot, contribute to what makes Hollister special. Hagey appreciates the cooperation of building owners and business owners in

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Golf tournament raises funds for Branson Veterans Memorial Garden

By CYNTHIA J. THOMAS, Staff Writer

On Friday, May 26, a golf tournament was held at Pointe Royale’s Golf Village to benefit the Branson Veterans Memorial Garden. Twenty-eight teams participated in the 4-person scramble, their carts festively decorated with flags and bunting to honor veterans and those who died while serving our country.

Following a welcome by Pointe Royale General Manager Chris Larsen, Al Waller gave the invocation. The colors were presented by Branson High School JROTC, and Memorial Garden administrator Jana Evans sang the National Anthem. In his opening remarks, Larson recognized veterans present, including Branson mayor and USMC veteran Larry Milton. He also thanked sponsors who provided all the hole prizes and many of the flight awards. Some of the sponsors included Big Cedar, Downstream, Country Mart, Price Chopper, Lilley’s Landing, Chick-fil-A, Saint City, Cheeky Monkey, Pizza by the Slice, Tanger Outlets, Pink Jeep Tours, Big Whiskey’s, HCW, Robbins Group, 80/20 Financial, Grand Country, Nashville Roadhouse, Clay Cooper Theater, the Haygoods, the Baldknobbers,

Hughes Brothers, and Sight & Sound, along with many individuals.

Generous donors also made it possible for teams from the Branson Police Department, Branson Fire Department, Taney County Ambulance District, and Reeds Spring High School to compete.

As part of the opening ceremony, a wreath laying was conducted, accompanied by playing

of Taps by veteran Bob Smither. Wreaths were presented by the Veterans Task Force President Becky Newsbury; Veterans of the Ozarks Treasurer Lionel Cantu; Veterans of America 913 past President Dick Burkhalter; and Veterans and Military Coalition of the Ozarks President Dub White and Service Officer Shelby Pinkerton. Also on display

Participants were encouraged to decorate their carts with flags provided by donors. (Photo by Cynthia J. Thomas)

Branson High School JROTC presented the colors. (Photo by Cynthia J. Thomas)

SEE GOLF TOURNAMENT, PAGE 36

Memorial Garden administrator Jana Evans sang the National Anthem.

(Photo by Cynthia J. Thomas)

Reader’s Corner – Reading for guidance in each stage of our lives

By CYNTHIA J. THOMAS, Staff Writer

Along with the many graduation ceremonies occurring in May comes the need to make major decisions about next steps in life. Of course, this isn’t just limited to graduation time, as choices continue about career, job changes, marriage and family, and other life events. With one of my adult children feeling the nudge to move forward in a career path for which God has given him both talent and desire, I’ve been think-

ing about the guidance available through good books.

Respected authors, both faithbased and secular, have written much helpful and practical information, easily accessed through search filters at online booksellers or our local libraries, but a couple that happen to reside on my own bookshelves have provided valuable guidance.

First, this advice from a former pastor has stuck with me for decades: “Finding the specific will of God for your life will come

much easier if you’re already living in the general will of God.”

That pastor wisely advised regular Bible study, with particular attention to God’s commands to Christ-followers in the New Testament epistles and highlighting the phrase “this is the will of God” or similar. Drawing on Psalm 119:105, “Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path,” Dr. Jim Denison of Denison Forum Ministries has written “A Light unto My Path,” a great read on why and how Bible

study can help prepare us for the decisions we all inevitably face. It includes practical suggestions about how to study and how to apply what is learned to daily living.

Another great read is Dallas Willard’s “Hearing God,” first published in 1984 under the title “In Search of Guidance” and now considered a classic. The book encourages readers to focus on building our personal relationship with God through quality communication—sharing our concerns as well as intentional time to lis-

ten—so we are tuned in and ready to when the need for a decision DOES arise, whether a routine work matter, a family question, or something life-altering such as a potential marriage partner or a completely new career path.

What books have affected your decision-making? Reach out with your recommendations—or if you’re in that decision-making season, ask trusted friends what books have been helpful to them. Best wishes to recent grads and others facing choices in this season.

‘Beyond the Book’ book club for fifth to seventh grade readers resumes

Sam Walworth is again leading a book club for his peers. Young Walworth is in his second year of leading “Beyond the Book,” a book club for fifth to seventh grade readers. The group meets monthly at the Taneyhills Library. Following their kick-off meeting on May 30, the book discussions are set for June 20, July 18 and August 8. The $6 per child cost included copies of the three books to be read—“The Ice Cream Machine” by Adam Rubin, “Unbreakable: The Spies Who Cracked the Nazis’ Code” by Rebecca EF Barone and “City Spies” by Jame Ponti. The goal of the Beyond the Book project is to help kids enjoy reading and create a new generation of avid readers. (taneyhillscommunitylibrary.org)

Hollister Chamber participates in Adventure Cave Tours ribbon cutting

Submitted to Branson Globe

The Hollister Area Chamber of Commerce had the pleasure of participating in the one-year anniversary celebration of Adventure Cave Tours on May 23. Along with a ribbon cutting and refreshments, guests were taken on a jeep tour of the area. For people wanting a true “back to nature” experi-

ence, this is it! With a variety of custom tours available, young and old alike can enjoy the beautiful caves and majestic scenery that the Ozarks has to offer.

To discover how you can “Live a day in the life of a real explorer,” call Adventure Cave Tours at 417294-5516 or log onto www.adventurecave.com.

Pictured (left to right): HACC’s John Hagey, ACT tour guides: John, Bruce and Ashley (Photo courtesy HACC)

THE 417 BURGER AT TALL TALES

Just steps away from the entrance of the Bass Pro Shops Angler’s Lodge in Hollister, Missouri. This full-service restaurant offers an over-the-top sports bar theme while serving up a taste of the Ozarks with plenty of fun to be had. Enjoy delicious cuisine, arcade games, billiards, a golf simulator and multiple large-screen TVs.

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BY JOHN FULLERTON, a native of Taney County, and a mem-

At least once a month my wife

Luanna and I make a visit to Springfield for various reasons, mostly because we like the recycle center on south Lone Pine. A few weeks back we had finished running our errands there and decided to grab breakfast at the Big Biscuit on South Campbell. Our first time to eat there, they offered great food and service; we loved it. But what will stay with me was the atmosphere, in

Memories from the Homestead: Visit to the Big Biscuit included a big photo

particular the collection of Ozarks’ historical photos on the walls.

We had just sat down at our table and I’m not even noticing the menu our server presented us with.

I was already off in my own little world, drifting back in time gazing at the massive collection of area photography and how neatly it was arranged. I glanced to my right, and over in the upper corner to the left of their kitchen, was a large eighteen by twenty-four framed photo of two musicians. Out loud I said to Luanna, “Why there’s Uncle Efton!”

I had seen the photo before. It was Uncle Efton (Granny Evelyn’s brother) and Uncle George Baize with their guitar and fiddle posing for the camera at the 1949 Ozark Music Festival in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Granny had very fond memories of Uncle George. Oh, by the way, he wasn’t really an uncle. They just called him that, but in his final years, he lived with Granny’s folks, Chick and Grace Allen until his death in August 1953.

The early life of George Baize had

always been a mystery to me, and all that Granny could recall was that he was a Stone County resident all his life. He had never married. But he was a true Ozarks hillbilly fiddler, and he enjoyed quite a bit of attention.

Beginning in October 1948, Eureka Springs would host their fall folk music festival, and Uncle George appeared yearly in the first five festivals in the old-time fiddlers’ contest. In the 1948 festival, Uncle George at age 84, competed against his friend and fellow fiddler Gussie Vining, known around here as “Fiddlin’ Jake” in the “Shepherd of the Hills” novel. It’s not known who won the contest, but the press sure had a fun time with them, photographing their rehearsal together. Both musicians made regular appearances out here at Old Matt’s Cabin at the Shepherd of the Hills farm. Doing further research a few years ago, I learned that even Uncle George’s last name of Baize was more or less his stage name. It was his mother’s maiden name. His birth name was George A. Edwards, born in Stone

County in 1864. He was a longtime Stone County farmer and had a side career as a fiddler, performing in the region for over sixty years. When he died in August of 1953 at Skaggs Hospital here in Branson, he was around 89 years of age. Since my great-grandfather Chick Allen was his caretaker, it was his signature that appeared on Uncle George’s death certificate.

Granny’s older brother Efton Allen was a musical genius at a young age, also growing up in Stone County, and became proficient on several instruments. Born in January 1928, he was exposed to WSM radio and the Grand Ole Opry, becoming a huge fan. He and Granny had several acts that they adored, mainly the Carter Family as well as Roy Acuff and the Smoky Mountain Boys. Granny recalled they would write the lyrics to many of their songs as they performed live on the

Opry from their battery radio. She and Efton would take turns and alternate every second line of lyric to successfully copy down a complete song the way they heard it performed.

By 1947, Uncle Efton, Granny, and their younger sisters Edna and Ella formed their own band, the Allen Quartet. They performed regularly at the Shepherd of the Hills Farm in 1948 and 1949, and had entered the 1948 Ozark Folk Festival “vocal harmony contest” winning second place. Uncle Efton worked in Springfield at Ike Martin’s, and that’s where their collection of sheet music and songbooks came from, as well as his first professional guitar and Granny’s first mandolin. Unfortunately, Uncle Efton had some health issues (heart condition) and died young, shortly after his 28th

ber of the Sons of the Pioneers.

Performing at the 1949 Ozark Folk Festival in Eureka Springs, Uncle George Baize and Uncle Efton Allen. Uncle George was 85 years young and entered the old-time fiddlers’ contest. (Photo courtesy of the Big Biscuit, Springfield, MO)

Out of state, out of mind

By Stephanie Callahan, Owner/Lightspeed Electrical

We all know that hiring locally provides jobs in our area and the wages paid to those employees get spent here, supporting our economy and school systems. In contrast, we are also familiar with out of state, storm chasing contractors who show up when there is massive damage from a tornado, hail or flooding. Today I want to point out some of the negatives about hiring out-ofstate contractors. Disclaimer, this is not legal advice, just food for thought.

Stephanie Callahan, Owner/Lightspeed Electrical

an out-of-state contractor to come back if details were left unfinished, or done incorrectly. If there is a problem, it is almost impossible to pursue any kind of legal action against a contractor over a state line. A local contractor is more likely to follow through because he has a local reputation to protect.

When someone shows up at your door, do your homework. Google them to see if they have a legitimate business listing and where. Ask yourself, if they are so amazing at what they do, why do they have to travel here from another state just to get work? Reputable trade contractors are booked up for weeks in advance and wouldn’t be seeking business far away…especially with the added costs of hotels for remote employees.

Due to proximity and availability, it is also very difficult to get

As with any trade contractor you hire, be proactive and protect yourself. Before hiring anyone, call your local City Hall to verify their business license and ask for a Certificate of Insurance (COI) as proof of insurance. Be sure to get signed paper work with clear details of the work to be done. This educational tip is provided by your local electricians at Lightspeed Electrical Services. We can be reached at 417-2395050.

KAREN BOWEN, 65, GALENA

Karen Bowen, Galena, MO, daughter of Anthony and Betty (Starks) Rogers, was born on November 07, 1957, in Rockford, IL, and departed this life on May 26, 2023, at the age of 65.

Karen had lived in the area for the past fourteen years coming from Rockford, IL. She was a member of the Salem Lutheran Church, Rockford, IL, and was an avid dog lover.

Karen was preceded in death by her parents, a younger brother, Mike Rogers and a grandson, Jeremia Calkins. Survivors include her husband,

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about by our own neo-progressives and faux-academics who insist upon the politically correct term hillfolk instead of the old insult — or is that compliment? — hillbilly.

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birthday in January 1956. He was remembered by many for his pro-

David Bowen of Galena, MO; one son, Charles Hobson, Jr. and his wife, Heather of Machesney Park, IL; two daughters, Linda Maupin and her husband, James of Arrington, TN; and Loura Moore and her husband, Bobby of Pocahontas, AR; one brother, Anthony Rogers Jr.; one sister, Carrie Steder; four grandchildren; three great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

Memorial visitation was held on May 31, 2023, in Stumpff Funeral Chapel, Kimberling City, MO. Cremation was under the direction

Never mind that hillbilly once meant the Scots-Irish Protestants in support of King Billy, also known as William III, sovereign Prince of Orange and King of England, Ireland and Scotland (16891702). That is a high pedigree and

fessional stage appearance, his musicianship and vocal talents.

It’s truly a blessing to have such a musical heritage, and I’m deep-

of Stumpff Funeral Home, Kimberling City, MO.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the animal shelter of choosing. ***

KRISTI JO REMMERS, 60, CAPE FAIR

Kristi Jo Remmers, Cape Fair, MO, daughter of Paul and Mary Jo (Bond) Kranker, was born on August 20, 1962, in Baxter Springs, KS, and departed this life on May 24, 2023, at the age of 60.

Kristi had lived in the area since 2006, coming from Kansas City,

an enduring heritage. It is also the heritage of a people who sacrificed much to ensure a region where personal sovereignty, defense against tyranny, and the right for one’s family to live as one pleases could exist into perpetuity.

ly honored to carry it on. And by the way, I did the biscuit and gravy plate with a side of bacon that morning at the Big Biscuit, while

KS. She was a manager at Dollar General, Cape Fair, and a member of Fraternal Order of Eagles 4278, Cape Fair, MO.

Kristi was preceded in death by her daughter, Amanda Jo Remmers. Survivors include her father, Paul Kranker of Overland Park, KS; mother, Mary Jo Conn of Cape Fair, MO; three sons, Joey Adams and his wife, Trinity of Springfield, MO; Russell Bailey of Cape Fair, MO; and Kevin Kincaid of Cape Fair, MO; one daughter, Nikole Brisco of Cape Fair, MO; one brother, Paul Kranker and his wife,

Hillbilly means so much more than the generic word hillfolk. Hillbilly is a powerful reminder of a culture not-yet-dead. Hillbilly is not the pastiche of basket-weaving or banjo playing but instead an internal resolution to stand against any authority

Luanna enjoyed the chocolate chip pancake with eggs and potatoes. I couldn’t stop glancing at Uncle George and Uncle Efton. Seeing

Liz of Joplin, MO; two sisters, Kathi Brandell and her husband, Dan of Springfield, MO; and Karol Faxon and her husband, Auston of Springfield, MO; ten grandchildren, one great grandchild and a host of other relatives and friends.

Visitation was held on May 27, 2023, in Stumpff Funeral Chapel, Crane, MO, with graveside services following visitation at Cape Fair Cemetery, Cape Fair, MO, with Ron Rasmussen officiating. Burial was under the direction of Stumpff Funeral Home, Crane, MO.

which would rob us and our families of personal agency.

In the end, that’s the magnetic appeal of these hills, an enduring symbol of freedom as we march together into a new and sometimes frightening future.

their awesome photo there made my day. I know who I’ll be having breakfast with next time we drop by Springfield’s Big Biscuit.

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living quarters and offices should take approximately ten months to complete.

“We’re praying for great weather and the opportunity to get commodities in on time so that things work smoothly in the construction process,” said Branson Fire Chief Ted Martin.

“The Station 4 building site has been in the works for two decades,” Martin explained. “It was started by Chief Sparks. He started the work with the City Council to move a facility to the south to improve our coverage. We want to recognize him as one of the catalysts that made things start. I want to say thank you to those that supported the public safety tax. That took a lot of work, not just locally, but starting with trips to Jefferson City to get our legislators on board with us. A lot of great support at the capitol to get that public safety tax initiative

on the ballot and then with our public, as well. I just want to say thank you to a lot of people. Our past and current elected officials. The members of the Public Safety Committee led by former alderman Dick Gass—a great neighbor, a friend, a community member that said ‘it’s time to make the promise fulfilled.’ He led that charge. The firefighters that spent time door knocking and educating on the initiative, showing why this station would benefit the entire community across Branson. Also, thank you to our voters that overwhelmingly said ‘Yes,’ that this was needed in the south part of the Branson area.”

The newest fire station, expected to cost in the range of $5 million to complete, will be funded through a public safety tax that was passed in 2017.

Branson Mayor Larry Milton noted, “We see our progress as promised. This is an exciting time to be in Branson, and I am proud

to lead the charge in our community that embraces Faith, Family and Flag! This fire station has been a dream for almost two decades. Recently, leadership has pushed to put this project on the fast track, but it is thanks to the voters, our citizens, who supported the city’s half-cent public safety sales tax that is making this possible. City

wide, emergency services will be enhanced by the addition of this station by quicker response times, and the equipment and staffing out here. It’s truly going to benefit our entire community. We appreciate all who pushed this project, believed in the dream, and ensured their voices supporting an even stronger community were heard. “

As the summer season kicks off, “Now Hiring” signs can be found in many Branson locations, and the City of Branson Fire Department is no exception.

“We are hiring great firefighters,” noted Martin. “We have a 10-month build. We are not waiting for construction to be done. We’re hiring today!”

City officials largely responsible for putting the project on the fast track (Photo by K.D. Michaels)

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He also complimented the young families with children in attendance, stressing the importance of continuing to teach new generations about the people who have given their lives for our freedoms. While it is important to visit graves and place flags in public recognition and honor, it is also important to set aside time for contemplation and to remember, share memories, and

speak aloud the names of those we honor. “We die twice,” McAllister reminded attendees while referring to the symbolic “missing person” table at the ceremony. “Once when our physical life ends, and again when our names fade from people’s memory.”

Following up on that concept, McAllister shared several brief specific stories, complete with names and dates. One of those was Doris Miller, a U.S. Navy 2nd Class Cook

killed in action during World War II. He was the first Black American to be awarded the Navy Cross, the Navy’s highest decoration for valor and second highest in the U.S. after the Medal of Honor. Miller served aboard the battleship West Virginia, which was sunk by Japanese torpedo bombers during the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. During the attack, he helped several sailors who were wounded, and while manning

an anti-aircraft gun for which he had no training, shot down several Japanese planes. Miller was killed in action in November 1943, while serving aboard the escort carrier Liscome Bay when it was sunk by an enemy submarine during the Battle of Makin in the Gilbert Islands. We won’t know or remember such people unless their story is shared at Memorial Day and other special events. “It’s up to us to honor that debt which can never be

repaid,” McAllister reminded the group. “Today we reflect, but tomorrow and the days following, we must act. We must recognize threats to our freedoms and take action.”

Following McAllister’s remarks, a bell tolling ceremony was held for each American conflict, in order starting with the largest number of lives lost: Civil War; World War II; World War I; Vietnam; Korean War; Revolutionary War; War of 1812; Mexican-American War; Iraq-Afghanistan; Spanish American War; and Gulf War.

After the bell ceremony, area veterans provided a gun salute and Taps. The memorial ceremony concluded with the reading of the poem, “In Waters Deep,” a powerful tribute to those from all branches of service who could not be honored with traditional burial because they perished beneath the ocean waves. It was a reflective and thoughtful group who left the American Legion Hall more determined than ever to preserve the memory of all who were honored.

A symbolic POW/MIA table with an empty chair is an important part of ceremonies to remember the fallen.

(Photo by Cynthia J. Thomas)

VOTO officers “Mac” McAllister and George Pezold presided over the ceremony. (Photo by Cynthia J. Thomas)

Local veteran Sam Piche made it a priority to teach the next generation the importance of Memorial Day. (Photo by Cynthia J. Thomas)

Powerful Memorial Day tribute at Branson cemetery

By K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer

An annual tradition continued this week with a touching Memorial Day tribute.

Held at the Ozarks Memorial Park Cemetery, the ceremony began with a welcome from Lee Stevenson (USAF retired), President of the Branson Veterans of America 913, who hosted the event.

Stevenson recognized and welcomed the special guests in the audience, including Branson Mayor Larry Milton and State Representative from the 156th District Brian Seitz and his wife Valerie.

Pastor Dave Hamner offered an opening prayer, and the Branson High School Air Force JROTC posted the colors. Stevenson led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance, and entertainer C.J. Newsom gave a stunning rendition of the National Anthem.

A Placement of Wreaths Ceremony honored those who sacrificed their lives in America’s wars. Assisted by members of the Branson

High School Air Force JROTC, wreaths were placed by Dick Burkhalter (retired Army} placing the wreath for World War I and Dale Higgins (Navy and World War II veteran), placing the World War II wreath. Rex Martin (Army veteran, Korean War), posted the Korean War wreath, while Fred Schaaff (Vietnam veteran) placed the wreath representing Vietnam veterans. Reid Bohner (Army veteran) placed the wreath for Desert Storm. Alex Penrod and Brandon Tichnor (active Navy Reservists) placed the wreath for War on Terrorism. Jim Bryant (Vietnam veteran) placed the final wreath representing all other wars.

Skyler Deal, Cadet 1st Lieutenant with the Civil Air Patrol, offered a reading entitled “Freedom is Not Free.”

Keynote speaker for the morning tribute was Brigadier General John Seward (U.S. Army retired), who greeted the audience warmly.

“As a 42-year member of the United States Army, I was, and al-

ways will be, a soldier. Like many of you here today, I was honored to serve in combat and peace-keeping operations with the best men and women our nation has to offer,” said Seward. “It is an honor for me to be here this morning with such an esteemed group of veterans. Our veterans represent a very rich part of our nation’s history and our military history. Thank you for your service and what you do every day, for our military and our community.”

Seward continued, “Since its first official observation on May 5, 1868, when it was called Decoration Day, this has been a day of remembrance for those who sacrificed and died in our nation’s service. While it was originally dedicated to honor Civil War soldiers, we know it today as a celebration in memory of all who have fought for and defended our right to freedom. To those who died securing peace and freedom, to those who served to protect our land and SEE TRIBUTE, PAGE 49

Wreath ceremony at Ozarks Memorial Park Cemetery (Photo by K.D. Michaels)

LEFT: Skyler Deal shared a reading “Freedom is not Free.” RIGHT: Placement of the wreaths ceremony (Photos by K.D. Michaels)

Amazing Alfredo Sauce

By Chef Jeff Woodward, The Rogue Chef

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients:

• 1 T butter

2. Simmer on medium heat for approximately 3 minutes, until garlic is cooked

3. Add heavy whipping cream, salt, and white pepper

4. Reduce by one-third

• 1 tsp garlic, minced

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• 2 C heavy whipping cream

• 3/4 C parmesan cheese

• Pinch of white pepper and salt

Instructions:

1. Add butter and garlic to a sauté pan

5. Add parmesan cheese and turn off heat

6. Finished afredo sauce can be poured over any cooked pasta. Add parsley flakes for color. Go Rogue by adding Chicken, Shrimp, or Vegetables.

Crab Rangoon Dip

By Kerry Dawn Green

My favorite appetizer in a dip!

YUM!

Ingredients:

• 2 cups crab meat

• 16 oz. cream cheese (2 blocks)

• 1/2 cup sour cream

• 4 green onions, chopped

• 1 1/2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce

• 2 Tbsp. powdered sugar

• 1/2 tsp. garlic powder

• 1/2 tsp. lemon juice

Instructions:

1. First, soften the cream cheese

in the microwave for about a minute.

2. Chop your green onions.

3. Add them and your two cups of crab meat.

4. Add the sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, powdered sugar, garlic powder and lemon juice.

5. Mix all the ingredients.

6. Bake for 30 minutes at 350 degrees.

7. Serve hot with chips or fried wontons or pork rinds.

Junior Auxiliary of Taney County is busy in the Branson Tri-Lakes

JATC holds unique fundraiser

By K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer

The Junior Auxiliary of Taney County (JATC) is holding a fun and unique summer fundraiser.

The Grocery Grab fundraiser, set for July, will allow one lucky person to grab all the groceries they can in a frenzied three-minute shopping spree.

Tickets for the fundraising event are only $20 each, and may be purchased from any Junior Auxiliary member, via email at jatcmo@gmail.com or by phone at 417-396-6484.

There is a limited supply of tickets for sale. Deadline to purchase tickets is June 24. A drawing on June 26 at 6 p.m. will determine the lucky winner of the Grocery Grab, to be held at Harter House in Hollister.

Prizes will be awarded for second and third place in the fundraiser drawing as well, with winners receiving a $100 Harter

House gift card and a $50 gift card, respectively.

The Grocery Grab Fundraiser benefits the Junior Auxiliary of Taney County and is sponsored by Doug Baker State Farm Insurance.

JATC announces third year of Kindness Effects Card Project, community donations sought

Submitted to Branson Globe

Junior Auxiliary of Taney County (JATC) is pleased to announce the continuation of the Kindness Effects Card Project (KECP) for the third year in a row. The KECP was born in light of the COVID-19 pandemic and the mass shutdown of schools and nursing/rehab/assisted living facilities. The original goal of this project was to spread kindness and joy, the COVID-19 friendly way, by delivering cards to the nursing/rehab/assisted living facilities. Although we are no longer on lockdown, JATC is still

striving to spread compassion and companionship to members of the community by continuing this greeting card project. There are a number of different ways that community members can get involved. If you would like to help with this project, we are currently accepting donations of greeting cards (with envelopes). These cards can be blank or contain a short, sweet, pre-printed message. We are also accepting Christmas/ holiday cards. Cash donations to help purchase cards are also welcomed.

Community members are encouraged to not only donate cards, but to decorate them as well! Feel free to write a sweet message inside (please only sign your first name with no phone number or identifiers) and decorate the outside and inside of the cards and envelope (please do not seal the envelope). You can dec-

orate with stickers, googly eyes, markers, jewels, anything that you want to make your cards special (but please no glitter).

If you have a community organization, church/youth group, class, or summer program that would like to decorate cards, please contact JATC and one of our members will be happy to facilitate a card-writing session with your group. There is no limitation on group sizes and a JATC member can bring all the supplies necessary. Children and adults of all ages are welcome to participate in this project.

For more information on this project and how you can get involved, please contact Junior Auxiliary of Taney County at jatcmo@gmail.com and use “KECP Donation” on the subject line.

JATC is more than a nonprofit organization; it’s a group of women united by a single cause.

We are dedicated to helping and making a difference in the lives of the children of Taney County. That’s the magic of JATC. It was chartered by a group of caring, enthusiastic women in 1998 and continues to grow and thrive throughout Taney County. Approximately 50 members annually contribute more than 4,000 volunteer hours as they strive to improve the mental, physical, social and emotional well-being of children in Taney County.

JATC is part of the National Association of Junior Auxiliaries (NAJA), a nonprofit organization founded in 1941 with headquarters in Greenville, Mississippi. NAJA has more than 15,500 active, associate and life members in over 100 chapters located in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri and Tennessee. Their slogan is “Caring Hearts—Helping Hands—Changing Lives.”

Taneyhills Library gears up for popular summer reading program

By K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer

The Taneyhills Library’s popular summer reading program is about to get underway.

“This year’s theme is ‘All Together Now,’ and it really means that we are opening the Summer Reading fun to all ages—children, teens and adults,” noted Library Director Marcia Schemper-Carlock.

Children ages 2-11 will take part in weekly activity sessions each Tuesday, June 13 through July 25 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon. This is a come-and-go event in order to ac-

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meet with them where they are and help get them to their goal to increase endurance to return to work, caring for their children and be able to live their life again.”

Rogers, who moved to the area from Dallas, TX, two years ago, has worked with Cox since December 2022. Rogers has treated oncology patients for approximately eight years, and the majority of patients she has helped have reported a decrease in pain and improved range of motion. Many have reported that they feel encouraged to be able to move forward.

“Often times patients are going

commodate family schedules. Each Tuesday will feature a story, to be read at 10:45 and 11:15. A craft and other interactive activities are planned for each week, as well.

“To help motivate children’s reading, weekly prizes and raffle tickets will be given out,” explained Schemper-Carock. “If families are unable to attend the in-library programs, they can still check in each week for their raffle tickets. Let’s keep kids reading all summer!”

A new twist to this year’s Summer Reading program is the ad-

through so much, and it is nice to have a person to simply talk to that can relate on some level to what they are going through,” Rogers noted.

“It’s nice to be able to give recommendations on what bras to wear post-mastectomy, or positioning when they are trying to sleep with drains in, or even how to shower after having surgery when it is hard to raise your arms overhead. I feel like it takes the panic out of the situation and gives them back the power. There is also a program we have called Strength After Breast Cancer.”

Rachael can relate to what her patients are going through because, she, too, underwent a double mas-

dition of some fun for teens and adults as well.

“Teens and adults will have fun with our bingo card game. Get a bingo and receive a raffle ticket to register for prizes,” Schemper-Carlock said. “The bingo cards contain clever reading challenges. Earn an extra raffle ticket if you take part in an event with one of our cultural arts partners—Taneycomo Festival Orchestra, Branson Regional Arts Council or the Centennial Museum.”

Library Manager Jen Harmon

tectomy along with three family members, reducing her odds of getting cancer after discovering the BRCA2 gene mutation she carried meant an 87 percent chance that she, too, would develop breast cancer.

“The oncology population has always been a passion of mine, but now it is my mission,” said Rogers. “Everyone deserves to have access to great care, and that is what I am hoping to achieve.”

said, “Teens and adults are valuable members to the library, and we felt that they, too, deserved a fun, stress-free way to have fun while reading. Summer Reading also allows the adults to be more engaged and involved with their child’s reading.”

Currently, 137 children are en-

rolled for summer reading, with 21 teens and 45 adults registered.

Last year a total of 250 children signed up for the program.

Registration for the Summer Reading program is available online at www.thlibrary.org.

For more information, contact the Taneyhills Library at 417-334-1418.

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the students from the experience. Most students stated they had increased confidence after completing the program. “Nine weeks ago, I wouldn’t have dreamed I could stand up here in front of people,”

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was a wreath recently presented to the Garden by members of the 1st Brigade of the 101st Airborne Division in Vietnam, Charlie and

said Crystal. “People here believe in you even if you have trouble believing in yourself.” “God didn’t make any junk!” shared Meredith and Nancy.

Several graduates shared future plans, including Lia who has already launched a jewelry business,

Alpha Companies, in honor of their comrades who did not make it back and some who have since passed.

First place in the Men’s flight went to the Reeds Spring High

and Jessica, whose mock interview led to a job offer.

Long-time instructor Doug Lay took the podium to encourage members of the audience to consider volunteering as a mentor or member of the business panel. “This is an exciting and reward-

School team, sponsored by donors from Pointe Royale. Women’s first place went to the team of J. Evans, J. Bryant, D. Naile, and S. Law; and Mixed first place to L. Evans, B. Evans, S. Bowley, and D. Bowley. Every hole also was awarded a prize, and competitions included Golf Pong, Corn Hole, and Wheel of Fortune.

ing place to volunteer,” he said. Lay then led in a closing prayer before graduates and their families dispersed to celebrate with fellowship over delicious cake.

The next class of Elevate Work is scheduled to begin September 11. Cost to participants is only

$20, with opportunities available to earn the fee through work at the Elevate Branson campus. For more information, or to learn more about volunteering, contact Donna McConkey at 417-527-1709 or email Donna.McConkey@ElevateBranson.org.

The tournament also included a delicious lunch, the opportunity to bid on some amazing auction items, and plenty of great fellowship. Proceeds will help with expenses of maintaining the Garden, which is staffed by volunteers including area veter- ans, members of the Master Gardeners of the Ozarks, and other

friends. It is hoped the tournament will continue as an annual event to help the Garden, located at the intersection of 76 Country Blvd. and Roark Valley Road, continue to be a beautiful tribute and a place for veterans and their families to gather in honor of those who have sacrificed so much for the freedoms we enjoy.

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and spoke briefly of the importance of remembering and honoring veterans as well as the heroes who gave their lives while serving our country. She pointed out several memorial wreaths on display, including a recent gift wreath from Vietnam veterans of the 101st Airborne Division honoring their fallen comrades and another recent gift of a wreath by the local descendant of a Civil War veteran.

It was a day well spent in important life lessons for the hardworking young volunteers, and their work was a valuable contribution to the garden’s mission of providing a restful, beautiful place for remembering and honoring our military heroes.

Representatives from local veteran groups carried wreaths for the wreath-laying; the wreaths were later placed in the flag plaza at the Garden. (Special to Branson Globe)

Locals and visitors enjoy the vibe at new Branson Dispensary

By K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer

A new Branson business celebrated their grand opening in style last weekend.

After a soft opening in April, Stairway Cannabis held a grand opening on Saturday. Dubbed Stairway Palooza, the grand opening was well attended.

“We were super busy,” said bud tender Amanda Keever. “We had food and vendors, giveaways and discounts. The whole place was full pretty much the whole day.”

Manager Jonathan Harper add-

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maintaining the buildings and the atmosphere, and the recent addition of the art gallery and art walks has been an added boost.

“We’re an active Chamber,” Hagey said. Hollister night at the Springfield Cardinals is one of the largest special events at the

ed, “We had Stash House, Ilicit, Timeless, Fireball and other vendors. We had raffle prizes—a TV, a PS5, a bicycle, a stereo system. We started a $10,000 raffle that’s going to run through the month of June, and then we’ll announce the winner on the 4th of July So, we’ll give away $10,000 on the 4th. Everyone who comes in between now and then, if they spend $100 they get a raffle ticket. If they spend $500, they get five tickets, so it just goes up in tiers.”

Of his position managing

ballpark; the annual fireworks display is one of just a few publicly-funded hand-lit displays in the country, thanks to the “Pass the Boot” campaign; and new businesses, development and infrastructure improvements continue, as do events planned through the spring and summer to continue impacting business-

Stairway Cannabis, Harper explained, “Really, I just run the day-to-day operations for two guys who wanted to be in weed. And, I got lucky enough that I’ve got two really cool dudes who just let me run with it. This is our second one. We’ve got one up in Blue Springs, so this is our second location. Hopefully, there’s going to be five of these bad boys located somewhere.”

When asked what sets Stairway Cannabis apart from other area dispensaries, Keever not-

es and the economy. The Chamber will host a Mega Mixer at the Keeter Center on July 13, with an anticipated 12 or more area Chambers of Commerce involved. Also on the radar are a new women’s professional and leadership group and a Hollister Young Professionals and Entrepreneurs group (HYPE); visit

ed, “The atmosphere, the vibe in here. People come in and say ‘Oh, my god, it feels so good in here!”

Located at 1551 State Highway 248 in Branson, Stairway Cannabis is situated in the previous Aaron’s Rent-to-Own location. Stairway Cannabis is open Monday through Saturday 9 to 8 and Sunday 9 to 6.

“We have daily deals everyday Monday through Saturday,” said Harper. “On Sundays you rest, so we just kind of chill that day.”

www.hollisterchamber.net or call 417-334-3050 to learn more and to get involved.

“Our City, schools, Chamber, individual community members and businesses are basically all partnering in the same direction to do what is best for the community,” Hagey said. “With all the outdoor activities, restau-

The daily specials include Munchie Monday (15% off edibles), Terp Tuesday (15% off flower), Dab Wednesday (15% off any concentrates), Thirsty Thursday (15% off drinks), Flame Friday (15% off pre-rolls) and Smoke Up Saturday (25% off purchases over $250).

For more information on Stairway Cannabis, visit their website, www.stairwaycannabis.com.

“Just come in,” said Harper. “It’s always a great day at Stairway.”

rants, shopping, accommodations, golf and more, and all in a family-friendly atmosphere, we are looking forward to continued growth.”

X-rays, Exam, and Cleaning $149

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in the band. Another Presley on stage is Greg who is in the band and shows off his skill on the harmonica with “Fastest Harp In The South.”

Other members of the band are Dean Holman on steel guitar and dobro; Tim Gregg on guitar and vocals; Tony Carson on piano; and, Whit Privette on bass guitar. A little side note, Dean started playing on this very stage at the age of 10 years old when he was in a talent contest at the theater. I don’t know if he won the contest, but even if

he didn’t he does just fine. One of my favorite parts of the show is gospel music great Chuck Crain singing “I Believe In A Hill Called Mt. Calvary.” This is Chuck’s 26th season with the Presleys and he, Tim, Ambrus and Jay join together to sing some great old gospel songs like “I Bowed On My Knees And Cried Holy.”

Speaking of Jay Wickizer, as emcee he is charged with keeping the whole thing running smoothly and also lending his rich bass voice to solos and the quartet. His recitation of “Ragged Old Flag” is

always a highlight of the salute to the veterans in the audience. The entire cast closed the show with “God Bless the USA.”

For more information on this show, you can go to their website at www.Presleys.com or call 417334-4874. The Presley Theater is located at 2920 West 76 Country Boulevard.

If you are looking for a place to worship on Sunday mornings, Pastor Scott Presley leads a church service at the theater at 10 a.m. Come as you are, and there is no admission.

Branson’s Little Caesars Pizza is now open

By K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer

Branson is home to a new hot spot with the opening of Little Caesars Pizza.

The pizza professionals opened last Wednesday, to the delight of Branson residents and visitors alike. The company celebrated a grand opening on

Friday and hosted a radio party with Legends 106.3 on Monday.

Located at 1447 State Highway 248 in Branson, Little Caesars Pizza is situated two doors down from Country Mart and next to Dollar General. Their newest venue is clean and inviting, with a fun atmosphere and

delicious hot and ready take-out pizza at very affordable prices.

Little Caesars Pizza Branson is open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, call 417-5441234 or order online at littleceasars.com.

Great music at Presleys’ Country Jubilee (Photo by Linda Page)

MUSIC ON THE LAKE FEATURES EDDIE VALEN – Rock and roll fans were treated to an evening concert at the Kimberling City Shopping Center recently. The event was sponsored by the Veterans of the Ozarks. Throughout the performance, couples got up and danced the night away. The next event is scheduled for June 3 at 7 p.m., and features the country music stylings of Wynn Country. Hey! That’s tomorrow night. See you there! (Photo by George Kurland)

Volunteers recognized: VITA volunteers provide economic impact of $2.1 million

Submitted to Branson Globe University of Missouri Extension recognized community leaders and eight volunteers with the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program for providing free tax assistance to low and moderate income families in Taney County with a Volunteer Recognition lunch at Golden Corral in Branson in May

for the Taney County volunteers.

In 2023, the VITA volunteers assisted over 1,115 low and moderate-income families with free tax preparation at two locations: United Methodist Church (Branson) and the Taney County Extension Office (Forsyth).

VITA volunteers prepared 2,356-plus federal and state tax re-

turns for taxpayers in Taney County. Families received $575,272 in Federal Income Tax refunds, including $181,219 in EIC, and $287,715 in state refunds. In addition, the taxpayers saved $257,400 in tax preparation fees. The economic impact of the VITA programs to the economy of Taney County is estimated at over 2.1

million dollars.

VITA Volunteers were recognized for their years of service and contributing over 917 volunteer hours to the program. According to Jody LeMaster, Taney County VITA Site Coordinator for University of Missouri Extension, the economic savings in volunteer time by the VITA Volunteers is estimated at $29,160.

Taxpayers served by the program received education when getting their tax returns prepared. Education included an explanation of clients’ tax returns - credits they received, why they may not have gotten credits and why and how to adjust withholding.

Taney County volunteers included Ken Carr, Jorge Cortez, Robert Davis, Shannon Eby, John Gillispie, Broden LeMaster and Andrew Marglin. Special recognition goes to the Taney County Site Coordinator Jody LeMaster who has served 20 years with the VITA program in Taney County.

Special thanks go to Lynda LaRocque, Taney County MU Extension Administrative Assistant for her tireless efforts in scheduling clients for tax appointments and many other behind-the-scene tasks to help make the VITA program successful.

We would like to express our

Left to right, Broden LeMaster, John Gillispie, Jorge Cortes and Robert Davis (Special to Branson Globe)

Left to right, Shannon Eby, Andy Marglin, Jody LeMaster and Ken Carr (Special to Branson Globe)

MoDOT urges extra caution for the start of summer travel

Submitted to Branson Globe

The Missouri Department of Transportation urges drivers to be cautious and patient and use good judgment when traveling. Impaired driving, distracted driving, excessive speeds, and not wearing seat belts are just a few of the concerns that can accompany increased summer traffic.

“More people will be hitting the roads. Staying alert and focused when behind the wheel is what keeps your family and other families safe,” said State Highway Safety and Traffic Engineer Nicole Hood. “It only takes one bad decision, sometimes in a split second, to change a life. Buckle up, put your phone down, stay alert and drive sober.”

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“The bottom line is fatalities are almost always preventable, and there are easy, simple actions we can all take to end them,” said Hood. “Buckle up, put down your phone, slow down, and never drive impaired, especially when encountering work zones.”

Along with increased summer traffic, there’s also increased work zones. On any day in Missouri there are more than 1,000 work zones for road and bridge construction or maintenance work. Drivers can stay informed of work zone locations and traffic delays on MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map at traveler.modot.org, also available as a free mobile app for Apple and Android devices.

gratitude to the United Methodist Church in Branson for allowing us to use their facilities as our Branson tax site this year.

Taney

County Commissioners were recognized for funding the VITA program in Taney County. The VITA program in our area is provided by a grant partnership between the IRS and the University of Missouri Extension.

College of the Ozarks approved as member of the Sooner Athletic Conference

homa-based schools, currently has a 12-member league with six members in Oklahoma, four in Texas, and one each in Arkansas and Kansas. College of the Ozarks will be the first institution from the state of Missouri to join the SAC.

The SAC participates in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics and currently sponsors 18 championship sports. SAC teams have won 112 NAIA National Championships, the most of any NAIA conference.

benefit greatly in this partnership.”

Submitted to Branson Globe College of the Ozarks is set to become the Sooner Athletic Conference’s newest member in the 2024-2025 season. The move was

unanimously approved by the SAC Council of Presidents this week.

The Sooner Athletic Conference, founded in 1978 as a five-member conference of Okla-

The highly competitive and tradition-rich NAIA conference will grow to 13 full-time members with the addition of C of O.

“We are pleased to welcome President Brad Johnson and the entire College of the Ozarks community into the Sooner Athletic Conference,” SAC Commissioner John Martin said. “C of O has been a leading institution in our region for many years, and our conference will

College of the Ozarks is located in Point Lookout, Missouri, and was recently readmitted to the NAIA after a brief separation from 20212023. C of O is a former member of the Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference, which dissolved in 2015, and most recently competed in the Continental Athletic Conference. College of the Ozarks currently competes in volleyball, men’s and women’s cross country, men’s and women’s basketball, baseball, and men’s and women’s track and field.

“College of the Ozarks is honored to join the highly regarded Sooner Athletic Conference (SAC),” said Dr. Brad Johnson, president at College of the Ozarks.

“The College, and specifically our athletic program, looks forward to this opportunity to engage in a high level of competition while continuing to develop the character and values of our student-athletes. We are

grateful to Dr. Bobby Hall, the SAC Council of Presidents, the Directors of Athletics, and Commissioner John Martin for their support and warm welcome,” Johnson added.

College of the Ozarks Director of Athletics Steve Shepherd is equally excited about joining the SAC.

“I am extremely happy that College of the Ozarks will be joining the Sooner Athletic Conference. We are thankful to the Council of Presidents and Commissioner John Martin for the opportunity to join a conference so rich in tradition. The Sooner Conference will give our athletes the opportunity to compete against some of the best athletes and teams in the NAIA.”

Current full members of the SAC include Central Christian College (McPherson, Kan.); John Brown University (Siloam Springs, Ark.); Langston University (Langston, Okla.); Mid-America Christian University (Oklahoma City); Oklahoma City University (Oklahoma City); Oklahoma Panhandle State University (Goodwell, Okla.); Southwestern Assemblies of God University (Waxahachie, Texas); Southwestern Christian University (Bethany, Okla.); Texas Wesleyan University (Fort Worth, Texas): University of Science & Arts of Oklahoma (Chickasha, Okla.); Wayland Baptist University (Plainview, Texas); and University of North Texas Dallas (Dallas).

Keeter Athletic Complex at College of the Ozarks (Special to Branson Globe)

Branson/Tri-Lakes education briefs: Our area schools are awesome!

Branson Public Schools offer free summer meal program

In conjunction with the Summer School Program in the Branson School District, a free nutritious meal will be available to children age 18 and younger and eligible disabled adults. Children are not required to attend summer school to participate in this program

Meals will be served at the following locations on the following dates:

• Branson High School: 935 Buchanan Road, June 5-8; June 12-15; and June 19-22.

◊ Breakfast: 8 a.m.-9:05 a.m.;

Lunch: 12 noon-12:55 p.m.

• Cedar Ridge Elementary:

396 Cedar Ridge Drive, June 5-8; June 12-15; June 19-22; and June 26-29.

◊ Breakfast: 8 a.m.-8:30 a.m.

Lunch: 10:40 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

For additional information about the free meal program, please call the district’s Nutrition Services office at 417-334-6541 ext. 9051, or visit www.branson.k12.mo.us.

Enroll today for Branson summer school fun

There are still spots available for the best summer ever in Branson Summer School 2023! Register today!

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and lunch! Elementary Summer School will be held from June 5 through June 29. Breakfast and lunch will be served free of charge for all students. Learn more about our summer school offerings and register today! Register for summer school with this link: https:// www.branson.k12.mo.us/parents/ summer_school.

Branson High School names new head coaches

Branson High School welcomes new head coaches for its girls soccer, boys golf, and girls golf teams for the 2023-2024 school year.

“We are excited to have Coach Stepp leading our girls soccer program,” says Branson High School Activities Director, David Large.

“She is a well-known name in the area after a stellar prep career at Nixa and has great experience as a head soccer coach.”

Stepp says she is proud to be the next leader of the Lady Pirates.

“My vision is to build a competitive environment where student-athletes develop skills to be better soccer players and leaders in our community,” says Stepp.

Stepp replaces Brandon Scott who has accepted an administrative position with Ozark Schools. Stepp and her husband, Andrew, have one daughter.

experience coaching football, golf, track and basketball for Republic, Monett and El Dorado Springs.

“I am honored to have the opportunity to lead the talented young golfers at Branson High School. My goal is to instill a love for the game, along with the values of discipline, sportsmanship, and resilience that golf teaches us,” says Depée.

Depée received both his bachelor’s and master’s degree from Southwest Baptist University. He will also teach physical education at Branson High School. Depée and his wife, Sheri, have one daughter, one son, and one stepdaughter.

“My coaching philosophy centers around the comprehensive growth of each player, emphasizing skill development, confidence and the importance of setting and achieving personal goals,” says Cheever.

Cheever will replace Tim Long who will retire after 29 years with Branson Schools. “Coach Long has put years into building this program, and I look forward to continuing his great work,” says Cheever.

Cheever holds a bachelor’s degree from Colorado Mesa University and a Masters of Coaching and Athletic Administration from Concordia University - Irvine. He and his wife, Amanda, have two daughters.

Stepp, Depée and Cheever will begin their coaching duties June 1 Branson Schools announce Youth Activities Coordinators

Lauren Stepp has been named the new head girls soccer coach and will also teach physical education for Branson Junior High School. Stepp currently teaches and coaches for Mascoutah High School in Illinois. She started the girls soccer program for Cassville High School in 2018. Stepp was a key player for the Western Kentucky University Hilltoppers, where she received her bachelor’s degree.

Taking charge of the boys golf team is Chad Depée, who just completed eight years as head football coach for the Ozark School District. Depée replaces Doug Furtkamp, who will retire after 33 years of service to the district and community. Depée holds

Current Branson High School health teacher and assistant baseball coach, Luke Cheever, has been named the new head girls golf coach. With 13 years in education in the Colorado area, Cheever has held many roles, including physical education teacher, head baseball coach, and assistant golf and basketball coach at the high school level.

Branson Schools announce the appointment of two Youth Activities Coordinators for the 20232024 school year. To continue the development of youth activities within the district and community, these positions will encourage student involvement, coordinate facility usage, and work alongside head coaches and sponsors to organize and communicate youth clinics and camps.

In addition to serving as Assistant Principal for Buchanan Elementary, Jared Howerton will also take on the role of Youth Activities

Stepp (Special to Branson Globe)

Depèe (Special to Branson Globe)

Cheever (Special to Branson Globe)

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Coordinator for the Buchanan campus. Howerton has been with the district since 2014 and brings physical education teaching experience as well as coaching experience at the high school, junior high and youth levels.

“I believe that youth activities are not only a great way for students to stay physically active and healthy, but also to learn important life skills such as teamwork, sportsmanship and perseverance,” says Howerton. “Being able to partner with families and coaches will be a positive opportunity to build an even stronger connection with our community.”

Returning to Branson Schools for the 2023-2024 school year, Adam Barbee will serve as Youth Activities Coordinator for the Cedar Ridge campus. Barbee has been named Assistant Principal for Cedar Ridge Intermediate. He is currently Assistant Principal and Athletic Director for Logan-Rogersville Middle School.

Barbee holds 12 years of coaching experience and building athletic programs. “My goal is to create a positive and inclusive environment where all kids can feel supported and encouraged to participate and grow as athletes and individuals,” says Barbee.

Howerton and Barbee will begin these duties July 1.

Esports team finishes fourth in state

Robotics presentation at Rotary

Mr. Keith Kramer, the robotics coach at Reeds Spring Schools, gave a presentation to the Rotary Club of Table Rock Lake. Kramer explained how the robotics program sent three teams to the world championship this year, and how the program started a fourth-grade camp this year to get younger students interested. (Special to Branson Globe)

Reeds Spring Intermediate School Students of the month of May named

RS Intermediate students named are Lily Frieze, Nahla Bizal, Chris Winfrey, Jayden Hastings, Becca Baker, Chelsea Owen, Ellie Berg, Roman Hedrick, Lucas Patrick, Nevaeh Carlile and Layah Probstfield. Wiest earns medal at State Track and Field Championship

Reeds Spring Middle School’s Esports team went joystick to joystick with the best gamers in the state and finished fourth at the Missouri Scholastic Esports Federation (MOSEF) State Championship. The tournament took place on May 27 in St. Louis.

The RSMS team members are Brody Colman, Otto Davenport, Travis Gray, Mathew Crabtree, Ben Zwicky, and Gage Johnson.

“It was a phenomenal experience and look forward to doing it again,” said Coach Drew Parsons.

This is Reeds Spring Middle School’s second year of offering Esports.

Reeds Spring senior Caden Wiest wrapped up his impressive high school sports career by finishing seventh in the shot put at the state track and field championship in Jefferson City. Wiest’s throw measured 52 feet and five inches.

Reeds Spring also had competitors in the girls 100-meter hurdles and the boys 4x100-meter relay. Freshman Kaylee Geniuk finished ninth in the preliminary round of hurdles, just missing the finals by less than a tenth of a second. The 4x100-meter relay team finished 14th overall in the prelims.

Howerton (Special to Branson Globe)

Barbee (Special to Branson Globe)

Esports team (Special to Branson Globe)

Reeds Spring School Board President achieves distinguished certification from MSBA

Submitted to Branson Globe

Reeds Spring School Board President Perry Phillips has achieved Distinguished Board Member Certification from the Missouri School Boards Association.

The program recognizes school board members who have completed additional professional development requirements beyond

the 18 ½ hours of training required by the Outstanding Schools Act of 1993 for new board members.

To achieve Distinguished Certification, board members must achieve Advanced and Master Certification, earn at least 60 training credits, complete annual refresher training, read a book related to school board service, ob-

serve a board meeting in two other districts, attend at least two MSBA regional or statewide events, and demonstrate leadership, advocacy and presentation skills in a variety of activities related to school board service.

Phillips will be recognized at the MSBA Igniting Great Ideas Summit in June.

Branson P.E.O. Chapter IB presents scholarships

Submitted to Branson Globe

The P.E.O. Sisterhood is a U.S.based international women’s organization of 230,000 members, with a focus on providing educational opportunities for female students worldwide.

Chapter IB in Branson encourages women by providing local scholarships. Three $750 scholarships were awarded to Kloey Alms, Branson; Anna Thomason, Branson; and McKayla McGeough, Hollister. We wish these young ladies successful college careers and bright futures.

Perry Phillips (left) has achieved the Missouri School Boards Association Distinguished Board Member Certification. He is pictured with Reeds Spring Superintendent Dr. Cody Hirschi (right). (Special to Branson Globe)

Anna Thomason with Stacey Bowling (Special to Branson Globe)

McKayla McGeough with Debbie Redford (Special to Branson Globe)

Kloey Alms with Stacey Bowling (Special to Branson Globe)

Splash into summer fun at White Water

Submitted to Branson Globe “Surf’s Up!” at White Water, a highly-themed tropical paradise in the middle of famed vacation destination, Branson, Missouri. With lush foliage and colorful flowers, the 13-acre award-winning water park boasts more than 2 million gallons of fun in Branson’s “Entertainment District.” Considered one of the nation’s Best Outdoor Water Parks by USA Today 10Best, White Water features more than a dozen rides and slides, plus NEW lounge chairs and additional shaded seating through-

out the park! A Silver Dollar City Attraction, White Water is open through September 4, 2023.

Adventure seekers looking for a free-fall thrill count down from “3, 2, 1…” as the floor drops out from their feet on KaPau Plummet, plunging four stories through a 360-degree horizontal loop—all at 26 feet per second. For those allured by heights, riders will face Kalani Towers, White Water’s tallest slide structure, soaring seven stories above the Ozark Mountains equipped with two types of drop slides. Race up to four challengers on the four-lane

mat racing slide or, for true adrenaline seekers, reach speeds up to 40 mph on the twin drop slides.

For a break from the wild to the mild, the floatable Aloha River is a highly immersive, winding waterway where stress-free tubers travel through lazy turns, misting geysers, luxuriant fauna and tropical fountains. For the littles, Coconut Cove’s water slides, blasters, hose jets and the ever-popular tipping buckets complete this interactive island of small-scale adventure.

For pampering and a relaxed private space, cabanas are available to rent, ready with tables, chairs, ceiling fans, television, personal locker, lounge chairs and tubes. For a more indulgent experience, premium cabanas are available with a personal host solely dedicated to meal service. All-day dining options include guest favorites Hula Hula Taco, Big Kahuna Pizza & BBQ and High Tide Hannah’s Island Café, with complementing concoctions like refreshing lemonade, iced coffee and smoothies, all served with a tropical flair.

Extending the summer fun, the nighttime comes to life on Saturdays, July 8 - August 5, with White Water open until 10 p.m.!

For full schedule and general information, visit www.silverdollarcity.com or call 417-336-7170.

Summer fun at White Water (Special to Branosn Globe)

Splash down! (Special to Branson Globe)

Aloha River (Special to Branson Globe)

Safety tips for water recreation from Missouri state parks, Branson PD

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Why is water safety so important? It only takes a minute for someone to drown. Lakes, beaches, rivers and pools are popular destinations for families during the summer season. Most state parks, beaches and lakefront areas have designated times and areas for swimming. Never swim outside the designated times and areas.

Missouri state parks provide many opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors. Many of the outdoor features in state parks have conditions that cannot be controlled or managed. To ensure you have a great experience in Missouri state parks while you are enjoying any water-related activity, follow these safety tips.

• Know the weather conditions before entering the water.

• Familiarize yourself with the area before entering the water. Understand water currents, water temperature, shallow or unclear water, and underwater obstacles

• Never swim, wade or access any water feature alone. Swim with lifeguards or water watchers present. Having someone watching, ready to take action should you need help, is advised.

• Always wear a personal flotation device. The life jacket should be put on at the dock, deck, or shore and not removed until leaving the water. Always wear a life jacket while boating, regardless of swimming skill.

• Never leave children unsupervised near the water.

• Learn to swim and know your swimming limits including physical fitness and medical conditions.

• Never drink alcohol and swim. Swim sober.

The Branson Police Department explains: Among adolescents and adults, alcohol use is involved in up to 70% of deaths associated with water recreation. Alcohol impairs judgement, slows your reflexes and affects

your body temperature (which could leave to overheating, dehydration or hypothermia depending on the day and body of water).

When you are under the influence of alcohol, it is dangerous to supervise children in the water. A child can drown in 20 seconds and adults can drown in only a minute, even in shallow water. Boating, fishing, playing in the pool, or walking along the shore can be risky when you’re under the influence.

Talk to your children about the

dangers of underage drinking, especially combined with water activities. Staying safe with alcohol and water recreation:

• Don’t consume alcohol before or during water recreation.

• Propose a different activity that does not take place in the water if people have been drinking (sand volleyball, anyone?!).

• If a friend or loved one has been drinking by the water, do not leave them alone.

• Don’t drink if you’re responsi-

ble for watching children.

• If someone is in trouble, stay with them, and call for or send someone else to find help. Make a plan!

Have a plan for emergencies. Tell someone where you are going. Know how to call for help. Know how to safely assist a drowning person, such as “reach or throw, don’t go.” Learn CPR and First Aid. By following these safety tips, you can enjoy your water recreation experience.

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White River Valley Electric Cooperative Youth Tour winners receive scholarship

Submitted to Branson Globe White River Valley Electric Cooperative (WRVEC) is proud to announce the winners of the 2023 Youth Tour essay competition in which three area students will represent WRVEC and travel to Washington, D.C.

The 2023 winners are Abigail Fulnecky (Nixa), Matthew Martin (Nixa), and Alieah Youngblood (School of the Ozarks). The winners were chosen from a group of 10 finalists during WRVEC’s annual Youth Tour banquet held on March 31 at the College of the Ozarks.

The other finalists were Jackson Curtis (Branson), Dallas DuVall (Forsyth), Bayleigh Guidry (Lutie), Reese Hejlek (Reeds Spring), Rajan Raghani (Branson), Rilee Swearengin (Bradleyville), and Kaylee Williams (Sparta).

High school juniors from participating schools in White River Valley Electric Cooperative’s five-county

service area submitted an essay or video that answered the question, “How will the Cooperative Power my Future?” At the banquet, finalists were given a quiz about electric cooperatives followed by a presentation of their essays in front of friends, family and a panel of judges.

“The level of thought and detail all of the students put in their presentations was truly impressive,” said Cassie Cunningham, WRVEC Vice President/Chief Growth Officer-Marketing and Communications. “We look forward to watching all of these students grow as leaders in our communities.”

The three finalists will join more than 1,200 other winners from electric cooperatives across the United States at the Youth Tour taking place in Washington, D.C. from June 12-

18. Fulnecky, Martin and Youngblood each received an all-expenses paid trip to the nation’s capital which includes touring national monuments, visiting elected officials, and experiencing the government in action. In addition, they will receive a $1,500 scholarship from the Operation Round Up Trust board and an invitation to attend WRVEC’s annual meeting.

The annual Youth Tour contest is open to students who live and attend school in White River Valley Electric Cooperative’s service area, or who have WRVEC service in their homes. Submissions for the 2024 program will be accepted next spring. For more information about the Youth Tour program, visit https://www.whiteriver.org/community/youth-programs/youth-tour/.

Youth Tour winners (Special to Branson Globe)

Youth Tour finalists (Special to Branson Globe)

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lion dollars before it recovered.

“Large explosion near the Pentagon complex in Washington DC. – initial report” is what the fake article read alongside a pic-

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“what do you think your punishment should be?” By this time, a few sniffles could be heard from more than one person. After some consideration, Jerry admitted that he needed to be whipped with a belt. “How many licks should you have?” Dad asked. Jerry finally decided that ten licks would be appropriate.

Jerry’s dad looked at each family member, one by one, and

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sacrificed their dreams of the day to preserve the hope of our nation keeping America the land of the free for over two centuries, we owe our thanks and our honor.”

“It is important to recognize not only their service, but to respect their devotion to duty and ensure the purpose for which they fought and died will never be forgotten,” added Seward.”

C.J. Newsom, star of C.J. Newsom’s Classic Country and Comedy at the Americana Theater shared the moving gospel song “It is Well with My Soul,” which was followed by the traditional rifle volley, conducted by the BVA 913 Honor Guard, and the playing of Taps by Sergeant Major Bob Smithers (U.S. Army, retired).

The Branson High School JROTC retired the colors, and Pastor Dave Hamner offered a benediction, leaving those in attendance with feelings of gratitude, respect and honor for those who gave their all for our country.

Stevenson added a remark of thanks, noting, “Our most sincere ‘Thank you’ to Darrel and Susan Bearden, Ozarks Memorial Park Cemetery, for their continuing support for our efforts to ensure the sacrifice of our comrades-inarms will never be forgotten.”

ture of black smoke rising by a large building. The effects show us how artificial intelligence has a great influence with real-world consequences and not just on the internet.

I personally make every trade on the accounts in my care with

asked, “Would you be willing to take some of Jerry’s licks?” Justin said that he hadn’t been the one to run away, so he didn’t think he should have to take any licks. Jane agreed to take one or two for him. James agreed to take one or two for him. Mom was surprised when she was asked if she would be willing to take some of the licks. After all, she was a parent! She didn’t agree to take any licks.

By this time, there was not a

the use of heavy research and analysis. It would be easy to turn everything over to a computer, but this week’s events reinforce my thoughts that some things need a steady human hand.

I suspect it will become more and more difficult to determine

dry eye in the house. Dad handed the belt to Jerry and said, “Jerry, I will take all ten licks for you!”

Dad got up, leaned across the back of the chair and insisted that Jerry give him all ten licks. Of course, Jerry did not want to give any licks and started not hitting hard, but dad insisted that he hit him harder. It was finally over!

John 3:16 tells us that there is a heavenly Father who loves us so much that he gave his only

truth from propaganda, but common sense and discernment are good guides. So, investors will need to be ever more watchful concerning events that could affect their investments.

When I didn’t respond to a private message from the sup-

son to “take our licks” for us on the cross of Calvary.

posedly beautiful young woman, the account said, “Hi, are you too shy to talk to me?” I just smiled and took my real beautiful (totally out of my league) wife out to dinner.

Have a blessed week!

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JUNE

Thru 06/30 Ballparks of America 2023 Summer Tournaments, through Aug. 31 ballparksofamerica.com

02 June Fun Fridays. Phil Thomas will teach chess. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Taneyhills Community Library Tech Room. Fee: $15. Ages: 11- adult. Registration required. Call the circulation desk at 417-334-1418

02 Hollister 1st Friday Art Walk, Downing Street, Hollister, stateoftheozarks.net/showcase/ first-friday-art-walk/

03 - 30 Silver Dollar City Summer Celebration silverdollarcity.com

03 “How to Get Ahead Financially: Why settle for just getting by when you can get ahead?”

Mike Pease will cover Dave Ramsey’s steps 4-7 to financial freedom, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Taneyhills Community Library Tech Room.

Ages: 18-plus. Registration required. Call the circulation desk at 417-334-1418 to register or register online at taneyhillscommunitylibrary.or

03 Brook Wellness Center third

annual Family Fun Day, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Shoals Bend Park, Forsyth, 235 Corner Stone Drive. Email rosie@thebrookwellnesscenter. org or call 417-527-8877.

03 American Cancer Society

Relay for Life of Branson, Branson Hollister Lions Club, 1 - 5 p.m. www.relayforlife.org/bransonmo

03 Music on the Lake 2023 featuring Wynn Country (country), 7 p.m., Kimberling City Shopping Center veteransoftheozarks.org

03 Travis Tritt, Black Oak Mountain Amphitheatre, Lampe

blackoakamp.com

03 Michael W. Smith, Silver Dollar City Echo Hollow Amphitheatre silverdollarcity.com

03 - 04 Truck Driving Championship, Branson Hilton Convention Center https://www. motrucking.org/mota-events/ mo-truck-driving-championships/

04 Spaghetti Sunday, Branson Masonic Lodge, 100 Chiefs Court, Branson, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

06 Causes and Coping with Alzheimer’s: Community forum presented by Brittany Fletcher from Greater Missouri Chapter

of Alzheimer’s Association, 5:306:45 p.m., Taneyhills Community Library Tech Room. Cost: FREE. Light meal will be served. Ages: 18-plus. Registration is required. Call the circulation desk at 417334-1418

06 Farmers Market, Branson Landing, south end, each Tuesday, 3 – 7 p.m. through October 31 loveyourfarmer.com

09 Branson’s Skaggs Classic, annual charity golf tournament, Pointe Royale Golf Village, 8:30 a.m. Call 417-348-8998 or email meghan.connell@skaggs.net. http://skaggsfoundation.org.

09 June Fun Fridays. Phil Thomas will teach chess. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Taneyhills Community Library Tech Room. Fee: $15. Ages: 11- adult. Registration required. Call the circulation desk at 417-334-1418

09 - 10 Market Days, Branson Hilton Convention Center bransonmarketdays.com

10 First annual Yarn Tanglers Guild Picnic, North Beach Park, Branson, 11:30 a.m. Bring your current favorite WIP, chair or blanket, and lunch to enjoy while you knit and crochet in park setting. Email: ytg@yarntanglersguild.org. https://www.yarntanglersguild.org

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13 Taney Hills Community Library Summer Reading, 10 a.m. Registration open for ALL ages. Win prizes for being super READER. https://www.taneyhillscommunitylibrary.org/

13 Farmers Market, Branson Landing, south end, each Tuesday, 3 – 7 p.m. through October 31 loveyourfarmer.com

13 - 17 Stage One National Dance Finals, Branson Hilton Convention Center stageonedance.com

15 Taney County Federated Republican Women June meeting, 6 p.m. Speaker: Taney County Health Department Director, Lisa Marshall. Golden Corral Restaurant, 3551 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway, Branson.

16 June Fun Fridays. Phil Thomas will teach chess. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Taneyhills Community Library Tech Room. Fee: $15. Ages: 11- adult. Registration required. Call the circulation desk at 417-334-1418

16 - 18 PG Softball, Branson RecPlex bransonparksandrecreation.com

17 Shell Knob Poker Run https://business.visittablerocklake. com/events/details/shell-knobpoker-run-10139

17 Music on the Lake 2023 featuring Shawn Campbell and The Band Rescue (pop/country), 7 p.m., Kimberling City Shopping Center veteransoftheozarks.com

18 - 24 Talent on Parade National Dance Competition, The Mansion Theatre for the Performing Arts https://talentonparade. com/2023-branson-national/

18 Matt Gumm & Company, 2 p.m., Clay Cooper Theatre claycoopertheatre.com

20 Farmers Market, Branson Landing, south end, each Tuesday, 3 – 7 p.m. through October 31 loveyourfarmer.com

20 - 24 Addiction

Dance Branson Nationals, Branson Hilton Convention Center addictiondance.com/nationals

23 June Fun Fridays. Phil Thomas will teach chess. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Taneyhills Community Library Tech Room. Fee: $15. Ages: 11- adult. Registration

required. Call the circulation desk at 417-334-1418

24 50th Birthday Celebration, Kimberling City ckcmo.com

24 Car Cruise In, 4 – 8 p.m., Wild Bill’s Travel Center, Ridgedale

24 - 25 Powerboat Nationals Grand Prix, Branson Landing powerboatnationals.com

24 & 25 Table Rock Art Guild

Annual Festival of Art Show “Elements of the Ozarks,” Kimberling Area Library, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free to public. https://www.tablerockartgallery.com

25 - 30 Star Power Dance, Branson Hilton Convention Center starpowertalent.com

27 Farmers Market, Branson Landing, south end, each Tuesday, 3 – 7 p.m. through October 31 loveyourfarmer.com

30 June Fun Fridays. Phil Thomas will teach chess. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Taneyhills Community Library Tech Room. Fee: $15. Ages: 11- adult. Registration required. Call the circulation desk

at 417-334-1418

30 Chris Janson, Black Oak Mountain Amphitheatre, Lampe blackoakamp.com

JULY

Thru 7/30 Ballparks of America 2023 Summer Tournaments, through Aug. 31 ballparksofamerica.com

01 - 03 Shell Knob Independence Fest, Shell Knob Community Park shellknob.com

01 Music on the Lake 2023 featuring Resurrection (rock & roll), 7 p.m., Kimberling City Shopping Center veteransoftheozarks.com

02 2023 Fireburst Fireworks over Table Rock Lake, 9 p.m., Kimberling City Bridge visittablerocklake.com

02 Music on the Lake Fireburst 2023 featuring Highway 13 (rock & roll), Kimberling City Shopping Center veteransoftheozarks.com

04 68th Annual Hollister Fireworks Celebration, Fuqua Memorial Park, 6 p.m. cityof-

hollister.com

04 Fireworks at Big Cedar, dusk bigcedar.com

04 Fireworks at Chateau on the Lake, Branson, dusk chateauonthelake.com/events

06 - 09 Symposium Talent Branson Nationals, Branson Hilton Convention Center symposiumtalent.com

06 Matt Gumm & Company, 2 p.m., Clay Cooper Theatre claycoopertheatre.com

07 Hollister 1st Friday Art Walk, Downing Street, Hollister, stateoftheozarks.net/showcase/ first-friday-art-walk/

10 - 16 FASA Class C World Series, Branson RecPlex playfasa.com

11 Farmers Market, Bran-

son Landing, south end, each Tuesday, 3 – 7 p.m. through October 31 loveyourfarmer.com

14 - 17 Varsity Spirit Camp, Branson Hilton Convention Center varsity.com

15 Music on the Lake 2023 featuring Kirk Brown Blues Band (blues), 7 p.m., Kimberling City Shopping Center veteransoftheozarks.com

15 - 30 Silver Dollar City Summer Nights silverdollarcity.com

17 - 21 Student Life East 2023, Branson Hilton Convention Center studentlife.lifeway.com

18 Farmers Market, Branson Landing, south end, each Tuesday, 3 – 7 p.m. through October 31 loveyourfarmer.com

Relay For Life

One more look at Memorial Day as it was observed in the Ozarks

Photos on this page by K.D. Michaels, Cynthia J. Thomas, and George Kurland

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Family Crossword

Solution: onlinecrosswords.net/2075

Across

1. “Bummer!” to Shakespeare

5. Cottonwood covering

9. Gunslinger’s command

14. Ho Chi ___

15. Many a toy train track

16. Atlanta school

17. Jai ___

18. Opera box

19. Equipped to eavesdrop

20. Man with lots of power

23. Century plant’s rarity

25. Gymnast’s reward

26. Toil and trouble

27. It has an area of about 69 sq. miles

32. Income sharer (Abbr.)

33. Relatively safe military position

34. Mast attachment

38. Café ___ (black coffee)

40. Tickle one’s funny bone

43. Philosopher Descartes

44. Yogic position

46. 1969 World Series champs

48. Bellum’s opposite

49. Investment device

53. Cassowary kin

56. Roman candle path

57. Sudden feelings

58. “Billy Bathgate” star

63. Eskimo word for “Eskimo”

64. Fairy-tale monster

65. Mane site

68. Word with horse or free

69. Enthusiastic vigor

70. Strain at a ___

71. Did some cobbling

72. Put on cloud nine

73. Sicilian spouter

Down

1. Journal publisher, for short

2. Abner adjective

3. Museum in 27-Across

4. Civil War battle

Vacation Souvenirs

Word find from Beck Museums of Branson

5. Weight-laden lasso

6. The Bard of ___

7. Pasta sauce brand

8. Compulsive shoplifter, slangily

9. Goes back to the start

10. Release, in a way

11. Angiogram image

12. Dogma

13. Kind of foil or power

21. Any son of Fatima

22. One with a nest egg

23. African title of respect

24. Nigeria’s principal city

28. World’s largest professional org.

29. Shapely limb, slangily

30. Outdo

31. EMT’s treatment

35. Detestable

36. Vapid

37. Books

39. ER employees

41. It may swell or have swells

42. Odds and ends abbreviation

45. Expected

47. Pond refuse

50. East or West trailer

51. Resounds

52. Color on Ireland’s flag

53. Tosses out a line?

54. Author Alice or H.H.

55. Type of suspects

59. Word with crimson or high

60. Leer lasciviously

61. Friend of Kukla

62. Stave (off)

66. Barrie boy

67. SFO stat

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On this day in history...

• 455 King Gaiseric and the Vandals sack Rome - Rome looted for 14 days

• 1774 Intolerable Acts: Amendment to original Quartering Act enacted, allows governors in colonial America to house British soldiers in uninhabited houses, outhouses, barns, or other buildings if suitable quarters not provided

• 1835 P. T. Barnum & his circus begin 1st tour of US

• 1857 James Gibbs of Virginia, patents the chain-stitch single-thread sewing machine

• 1862 Robert E. Lee takes command of Confederate armies of North Virginia during the American Civil War

• 1863 Harriet Tubman leads Union guerrillas into Maryland, freeing slaves

• 1875 Alexander Graham Bell makes first sound transmission

• 1896 Italian engineer and inventor Guglielmo Marconi applies for the first ever patent for a system of wireless telegraphy in the United Kingdom

• 1924 President Calvin Coolidge signs the Indian Citizenship Act (also known as Snyder Act), declaring all Native Americans to be American citizens

• 1933 FDR authorizes 1st swimming pool built inside the White House

• 1935 Future Baseball Hall of Fame slugger Babe Ruth announces his retirement as a player at 40 years of age

• 1942 Red Sox star Ted Williams enlists as a US Navy avi-

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• 1953 Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in Westminster Abbey, London, England

• 1962 Ray Charles’ cover of Don Gibson’s “I Can’t Stop Loving You”, from his influential crossover album “Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music” hits #1 on Billboard

• 1978 Columbia Records releases Bruce Springsteen fourth studio album “Darkness on the Edge of Town”

• 1989 10,000 Chinese soldiers are blocked by 100,000 citizens in Tiananmen Square, Beijing, protecting students demonstrating for democracy

• 1992 Ringo Starr’s second AllStarr Band debuts in concert; members include Joe Walsh, Dave Edmunds, Todd Rundgren, Burton Cummings, Timothy B. Schmit, Zak Starkey, and Timmy Capello

• 1994 Indonesian censors ban Steven Spielberg’s “Schindler’s List”

• 1997 Timothy McVeigh found guilty of 1995 Oklahoma City bombing that killed 168

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ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION SUPPORT GROUPS meet at location #1: Branson United Methodist Church, 1208 West 76 Country Blvd. Branson, the first Thursday of every month at 1:30 PM; and at location #2: Branson Hollister Senior Center, 201 Compton Dr., Branson, the third Friday of every month at 1:00 PM For more information about either support group, you may call 417598-3122.

THE AMERICAN LEGION POST #220 invites all former and current US Military friends to join us Monday mornings at 9 a.m. for coffee and pastries!! Come join us at Faith Lutheran Church, 221 Malone Dr., Branson, MO. We look forward to meeting you!! HOOAH!!

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WEEKLY MOTEL ROOM

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COMMERCIAL SPACE

FOR LEASE: OFFICE AND COMMERCIAL SPACE on Bus. Hwy. 13 in Branson West. Over 1,000 sq. ft. available. Various sizes and reasonable rates available. Call 417-248-0062.

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