Local News

• Storm Damage Reported Around Bull Shoals Lake

  Although the heaviest damage sustained in Tuesday's severe thunderstorms were in the Springfield area, there was some damage reported in the Lakes Region.

• The Hat-titude Ball Coming Up

  The Hat-titude Ball is coming up, according to a Hollister government Facebook post.

• It’s a Three-Peat for Silver Dollar City

  OZARK MOUNTAINS, Mo. (April 30, 2025) — Silver Dollar City is celebrating a first-ever three-peat, as the internationally-awarded 1880s theme park won the top spot as America’s “Best Theme Park” for the third year in a row, according to readers of USA TODAY in the 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. The historic win follows four weeks of intense competition between twenty parks nationwide, including Disney, Universal, SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, LEGOLAND and Six Flags.

• Alert: Scam Text Claims to be From Missouri Department of Revenue

  The Missouri Department of Revenue (MDR) took to Facebook to warn of a current scam.

• Stormy Tuesday, Rainy Wednesday

  A line of severe thunderstorms roared through the Ozarks on Tuesday with the strongest storms hitting areas between Joplin and Springfield. 

• Audit Claims Lack of Transparency with SC Disabilities Board, Board Responds

  Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick releases an Audit Report on the Stone County Developmental Disabilities Board and the organization's response to it.

• College of the Ozarks President Brad Johnson named to Springfield Business Journal’s 2025 Class of Men of the Year

  The president of College of the Ozarks is honored by an area magazine.

• Flood Watch Issued, Severe Weather Possible

  Rain will be moving through today in several waves with flooding and severe weather potential. 

• Another Town Hall Meeting Planned for Possible North Arkansas College Affiliation

  Another Town Hall Meeting is planned to discuss a possible affiliation with the University of Arkansas System for North Arkansas College.

• ‘Sharks’ Helicopter Battalion reunion held in Branson

  BRANSON, Mo. – The 174th Helicopter Battalion Reunion took place in Branson on Friday.

• Hollister Schools Foundation presents $10,000 Check to Hollister School District

  The Hollister Schools Foundation proudly presented the Hollister R-V School District with a generous $10,000 check to support the district's efforts in meeting the essential needs of students. The check was presented by foundation board members Katie Adams, Ryan Gdovin, and Denise Olmstead.

• Real ID Takes Effect in Just Over A Week

  Wednesday May 7th is the first day for the new National Real ID Law to take effect.

• Lakes Area Culinary Program Selected for National Program

  An instructor and program from the Table Rock Career Center receives national recognition and assisted in part by a foundation developed by a member of the Kansas City Chiefs Football team.

• Rain Break Before Next Round of Showers This Week UPDATE

  The rainy spring pattern takes another break prior to the next batch scheduled for early this week.

• Constant Rainfall Eliminates Drought Concerns for Now

  The Ozarks are not currently under any sort of drought condition according to the latest map released from the U.S. Drought Monitor.

• Branson Police Investigating Discovery of Body near Lake Taneycomo

  The Branson Police Department is investigating the discovery of a body found Saturday.

• First Creekside Amp Concert Announced

  The City of Harrison announces first act to perform at the new Creekside Amp.

• College of the Ozarks to present 'Folk & Form' Senior Art Exhibition

  POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — The College of the Ozarks invites students, faculty, and the public to experience Folk & Form, a multi-medium showcase highlighting the creative accomplishments of this year’s graduating studio art majors. The exhibition will open with a reception on Monday, April 28, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the Boger Art Gallery on the College campus. The event is free and open to the public.

• Spring Drug Take Back Event Saturday

  The first of two Drug Take Back Events coordinated by two area organizations is this weekend.

• Student ‘did not intend to use’ gun brought to school, says Nixa district officials

  A handgun was discovered in a Nixa High School student’s backpack on Tuesday, April 22.

• College of the Ozarks hosts biannual OWL Luncheon

  POINT LOOKOUT, MO — On Thursday, April 10, the Ozarks Women in Leadership luncheon took place on the campus of College of the Ozarks. Women from around the region who exemplify leadership joined to network and recognize outstanding leadership by female students and other leaders of the community.

• Scattered Showers Moving Through the Lakes Region

  Weather forecasters predict rain in the region will be scattered over the next several days. 

• Man With Outstanding Taney County Warrant Arrested

  A man with an active warrant from Taney County is arrested in south central Missouri.

• Harrison Fire Department Promotes Fire Prevention and Education

  Fire Prevention Week just happened; it's a key part of fire safety and education promoted by the Harrison Fire Department.

• School of the Ozarks holds commencement for 25 students on May 9, 2024

  POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — School of the Ozarks hosted its Commencement Ceremony at Williams Memorial Chapel on May 9. Twenty-five seniors made up the 2024 S of O graduating class. Out of these 25 students, 12 committed to furthering their education at College of the Ozarks.

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