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• Severe Storms Ramp Up Today

  Weather Forecasters say today is the best chance for storms to turn severe in the lakes region.

• Drought Minimal in Missouri, Major in Arkansas

  The latest map from the U.S. Drought Monitor shows a major difference between the Missouri and Arkansas Lakes Region.

• Area Police Department Warns of Another Scam

  The Harrison Police Department takes to Social Media to warn of another scam.

• CBCO Updates Tattoo Guidelines for Donors

  The Community Blood Center of the Ozarks announces new guidelines for donors who have tattoos and piercings.

• More Storm Chances Ahead

  While the strongest storms missed the Lakes Region Wednesday, another two rounds of storms are possible over the next 48 hours. 

• Ozarks First Features Local Artist Painting America 250 Mural

  A local artist is bringing attention to America’s upcoming 250th birthday as he paints his new mural which displays parts of the country’s history.

• MSHP Works Crashes with Serious Injuries

  The Missouri State Highway Patrol works a pair of crashes involving serious injuries over the last two days. 

• Branson Man Arrested On Attempted Child Enticement Charges

  A man is behind bars after being accused of having inappropriate conversations with who he believed to be a minor online.

• Tax Day 2026

  The filing deadline for taxes is today.  

• Severe Weather Potential Continues for Lakes Region

  Forecaster predict two rounds of showers and thunderstorms in the Lakes Region today.

• Ted Martin Returns to Western Taney County Fire

  After retiring on April 3 after 30 years with the Branson Fire Department including 12 years as Fire Chief, Ted Martin returns to where his firefighting career began. 

• Taney County Man Arrested, Facing Charges in Virginia

  A man from the Lakes Region is facing charges of Child Enticement in Virginia.

• Rounds of Severe Weather Possible This Week

  The Lakes Region could see more rain and some severe thunderstorms over the next few days.

• Branson Among Cities and Boards to Swear-In New Officials

  Governing Boards around the region are in the process of transition after the Missouri Municipal Elections earlier this month. 

• Reeds Spring Teacher a Step Closer to Citizenship

  A teacher in the Reeds Spring School District will soon become a citizen of the country she already serves.

• College of the Ozarks Joining Foundation Involved in War on Terrorism Museum

  The College of the Ozarks has announced a partnership with a foundation to remember those during the War on Terrorism.

• Dry Start to Week, Storms Coming

  There are chances of showers and thunderstorms this week in the Lakes Region. 

• Kirbyville Man in Jail after Attacking a Person at Lakes Area Business

  A man is behind bars in the Taney County Jail after an incident last week in which he is accused of attacking another man while in a Lakes Region business. 

• MSHP Works Several Weekend Traffic Crashes

  The Missouri State Highway Patrol works over half a dozen traffic crashes in the Lakes Region.

• Periods of Rain Roll Through the Lakes Region

  The National Weather Service says rounds of rain will be the norm over the next several days.

• Two People Die, Two Others Injured in Traffic Crash in Barry County

  Wed road conditions contribute to a two-vehicle crash in Barry County that kills two people and seriously injures two others.

• Branson Schools Announces New Executive Director of Operations

  BRANSON, MO (January 16, 2026) – Branson Public Schools is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Matt Dean as the district’s new Executive Director of Operations. Dean will replace Dr. Chip Arnette, who will retire at the end of the 2025-2026 school year after 35 years of service in public education.

• Pioneering Quality in the Steel Industry

  Branson Steel Supply

• Can a Contractor Take Over Your Home

  Attorney Dayrell Scrivner, of Scrivner Law Firm, LLC in Branson, Missouri, tells us!

• Frozen Pipes, Hot Water Heaters, and Dishwasher Mishaps

  Kleen Green Commercial & Residential Property Restoration and Cleaning in Branson, MO

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