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• Rain Now in the Forecast for Later This Week

  As a major warm-up begins in the Lakes Region, the National Weather Service says rain may enter the picture later this week. 

• Second Floor Lobby Renovation Begins Today at Branson City Hall

  The City of Branson begins a construction project on the second-floor lobby at City Hall today.

• Cold Conditions Challenge Firefighters Battling Blaze

  The extreme cold temperatures Sunday morning proved to be a challenge for area firefighters battling a blaze.

• NWS Warns of Fire Danger

  The National Weather Service says the combination of gusty winds and low humidity will make outdoor burning dangerous today.

• Branson City Hall Update Begins This Week

  The City of Branson to begin a construction project on the second floor lobby at City Hall this week.

• Drought Conditions Remain Steady Across the Lakes Region

  The update from the U.S. Drought Monitor shows little change for those that do or don't have drought in the Lakes

• Arkansas Public Television to End Affiliation with PBS

  The Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) will lose its affiliation with Arkansas Public Television in 2026.

• Cold Blast Prior to Warm-Up

  While the weekend looks to be very chilly, the National Weather Service looks for a warming trend to start next week and to continue through Christmas.

• Information Released on Five-Vehicle Accident That Killed Two, Injured Four

  The Arkansas State Police has released information on the five-vehicle traffic crash in Harrison on December 5 that resulted in two deaths and other injuries.

• Hundreds Turn Out to Say Hi to NBC's "Today Show"

  Several hundred people turned out at the intersection of Commercial and Main Streets in Downtown Branson to be a part of a segment on a national TV Show.

• Missouri bill would replace high school activities body with governor-appointed board

  JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – A Missouri lawmaker has filed legislation that would replace the Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) with a new board appointed by the governor.

• Former Silver Dollar City Publicity Director Lisa Rau Dies

  The person who spent over three decades telling the story of one of America's Best Theme Parks has passed away.

• Retired Branson K9 Officer to be Euthanized

  The Branson K9 Officer, retired in 2022, will be put to sleep today.

• Silver Dollar City and Big Cedar Lodge Receive USA Today Awards

  Two well-known local destinations received awards from USA Today.

• Today Is Tomorrow in Branson

  Individuals are invited to Downtown Branson on Friday to say hi to the hosts of NBC’s Today Show. 

• Formal Charges Filed in Stone County Shooting

  Charges are now filed in the shooting incident earlier this week that injured a woman. 

• Firefighters Battle Commercial Structure Fire in Branson

  Branson Fire Rescue works a structure fire Tuesday evening.

• Boone County Community Band to Play Free Concert

  The Boone County Community Band has a free concert coming up.

• City Finance Director Presents Review of TIFs

  Branson had three active Tax Increment Financing (TIFs) from 2020 to 2024, according to Branson Finance Director Allison Ramsey.

• Missouri Department of Conservation needs help with Christmas Bird Count

  SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) needs birders to help with the Audubon Christmas Bird Count.

• Critical minerals in Missouri: 36 deposits could boost economy and national security

  MISSOURI — Missouri is home to economically viable deposits of 36 of the 60 critical minerals identified by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) as essential to the nation’s economy and security, the state announced this week.

• College of the Ozarks students to travel to Vietnam with the Patriotic Education Travel Program

  POINT LOOKOUT, MO — College of the Ozarks is proud to take 20 students, seven Veterans, and 10 staff and faculty to Vietnam from Dec. 9 to Dec. 22, to gain a renewed respect and understanding for all those who served in the Vietnam War.

• Milton Returns to Conduct Branson Board of Aldermen Meeting

  For the first time since June, the Mayor of Branson returns to the council chamber to conduct the Board of Aldermen Meeting.

• Sign-Up Period Underway for Missouri April Election

  The sign-up period for candidates for the Missouri April Elections is underway.

• Stone County Shooting Suspect Arrested

  A man wanted by authorities after a shooting incident in Stone County is in Custody. 

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