Local News

• Ozark Police Continue Search for Missing Teen

  The Ozark Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating 14-year-old Sariah Anderson.

• Search Continues for Missing Man from Eureka Springs

  The Carroll County Sheriff’s Office receives a report last week of a man that has been reported missing from the Eureka Springs area since August.

• Silver Dollar City Event Announces Plans for Remainder of 2025, 2026

  Silver Dollar City hosts an event Saturday to preview the end of the 2025 Season and the upcoming 2026 season.

• Boone County Officials Update State of County

  A recent event in Harrison gives Boone County Officials an opportunity to update the status of the county.

• Ava Man Seriously Injured in Taney County Crash

  A car vs. motorcycle crash in Merriam Woods results in one serious injury.

• Firefighters Battle Blaze on Northwood Trail

  The Western Taney County Fire Protection District along with Branson Firefighters battle a blaze Friday night.

• Another Park South of Hollister Closed Due to Illegal Dumping, Tresspassing

  A second park in Taney County has closed due to issues involving trash and other illegal activities.

• Silver Dollar City Fan Fest Coming Up

  The first Silver Dollar City Fan Fest is Sept. 27, according to a Facebook post by the park.

• Drought Still in Lakes Region but Decreasing

  The latest information from the U.S. Drought Monitor still has the Lakes Region at various levels of drought. 

• Branson’s new Texas Roadhouse confirms opening date

  BRANSON, Mo. — The highly anticipated opening of Texas Roadhouse on Branson Hills Parkway is happening today!!!

• College of the Ozarks ranks No. 2 Best Bang for the Buck, No. 4 Best Bachelor’s College in Washington Monthly 2025 rankings

  POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks has been recognized among the nation’s top institutions in Washington Monthly’s 2025-26 college rankings.

• Missouri Supreme Court hears transgender case

  JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Supreme Court heard oral arguments Wednesday regarding a state law that bans children from receiving most transgender treatments.

• Branson Parks & Rec to Host FREE Halloween BOOnanza

  Branson's annual Halloween BOOnanza is coming up, according to a press release from the city.

• Wet Weather Gives Way to Dry Period

  After a week of much needed rain along with stormy weather, the Lakes Region is set to settle into a dry, quiet period.

• Stone County Man Facing Charges in Shooting Incident

  A man from Cape Fair is facing charges after a shooting incident over this past weekend. 

• Water Releases Begin from Table Rock Dam to Relieve Recent Flood Storage

  Recent rains have led to a release of water from the Table Rock Lake Dam.

• Rudolph Christmas parade at Silver Dollar City ending this year

  BRANSON, Mo. — Silver Dollar City has announced that its “Rudolph’s Holly Jolly Light Parade” is officially ending after 10 years.

• Woman Guilty of Attempt to Defraud Elvis Presley Estate Sentenced

  The Lakes Area Woman that got national headlines for attempting to defraud the family of Elvis Presley has been sentenced.

• Branson Police Chief: Public Safety Building Close to Opening, Fundraiser Coming for Tribute Park

  As the new Branson Public Safety Building at Gretna and Wildwood Road is nearing completion, a fundraiser is being organized for the future Tribute Park that will be on that site.

• College of the Ozarks hosts biannual OWL Luncheon

  POINT LOOKOUT, MO — On Tuesday, Sept. 9, 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 achievements by female students and other influential women in the community.

• Brittany Sellers Talks Blood Brothers Life Harvest Horror Film

  Brittany Sellers recently promoted her movie; it's available now.

• Another Day of Storms, End in Sight

  The pattern of showers and thunderstorms again produced heavy rain and severe storms as it moved through the region on Tuesday. 

• Annual Poker Run for Recovery in October

  An annual event to benefit Jeremiah Recovery House will take place in October.

• MDC to Host Special Event for Two-Headed Snake

  One of the most unique reptiles on display at the Missouri Department of Conservation’s Shepherd of the Hills Conservation Education Center in Branson is being celebrated.

• Forsyth Community Garden set to Launch in October

  A new addition several years in the making will become a reality in October.

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