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A newspaper that has covered the Lakes Region for over 100 years has apparently published its last edition. 

The Food Bank of North Central Arkansas is now into its fourth decade of helping feed the hungry through partnerships and programs throughout the area.

The latest report from the U.S. Drought Monitor shows the Lakes Region as close to drought free as it has been in months.

The Lakes Region should see a warm and mostly day, according to the National Weather Service in Springfield.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved an at-home starting-dose option for the Alzheimer’s treatment Leqembi. The decision allows some patients to begin treatment with an under-the-skin injection administered by the patient or a caregiver.

Northern Arkansas was the focus of heavy rain and thunderstorms that moved through the Lakes Region Wednesday. 

The Missouri State Highway Patrol works two traffic accidents Wednesday including one that ended with a fatality.

Tuesday's Branson Board of Aldermen Meeting held several discussions looking at reforming processes and procedures that are seen as obstacles to development within the city.

The Lakes Region is set for a rainy pattern over the next two days as scattered showers and thunderstorms will settle into the area.

A single vehicle crash in Ozark County on Monday has led to the arrest of a man from Hollister. 

A traffic crash on Highway OO near Kimberling City results in serious injuries to a woman from Reeds Spring. 

One of Branson's most iconic attractions is celebrating its 65th Anniversary.

A Branson man is in jail facing felony charges of 1st Degree Assault and Armed Criminal Action.

A man from Carroll County dies in a Benton County Traffic Crash.

Two Lakes Region School Districts announce Grant Funding for the pre-school spots for the upcoming school year.

The Taney County Sheriff's Office releases information about an operation that took place last Friday.

After a weekend that saw some parts of the Lakes Region get heavy rain, a dry pattern will be in place this week. 

Two firefighters are injured battling a blaze Saturday afternoon. 

The Missouri State Highway Patrol works a pair of accidents involving tubing on Table Rock Lake.

Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway and Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin are among A.G.s around the country calling for action on Robo Calls.

Mountain Home in Arkansas and Buffalo in Missouri are among the cities that had their Fireworks Shows impacted by a company that failed to show up for their scheduled Independence Celebrations.

A man from Ozark is in serious condition after a Friday afternoon traffic crash in northern Taney County.

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.

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Deciding to remodel your home is a fun and exciting time, that includes looking at Pinterest ideas, color palettes and styles. But should you tackle this job by yourself or hire a pro? Leanna Tatum with Beyond Cabinets & Design

What’s the difference between Medical Cannabis and Hemp-Derived Cannabis? Not much, as it turns out. Quade and Andrea Childers, Lite N Up Dispensary

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