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POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — On Feb. 27, School of the Ozarks seventh graders took their annual trip to Jefferson City, Missouri, to meet with government officials and tour the Capitol building. This trip helps students gain a better understanding of government while experiencing the inner workings of our Missouri House of Representatives.

The Branson Convention Center prepared for a net income loss of over $319,000 but it was only $16,000, according to Angie Teel, general manager of the Branson Convention Center.

Some Branson parking stalls are having work done Thursday, according to Branson government press release.

A person residing at the Oak Apartments in Kimberling City is now charged with setting the fire that displaced 19 families.

The Harrison Police Department reports on their Facebook Page about the latest scam that has impacted many Americans.

POINT LOOKOUT, MO. —College of the Ozarks senior Abigail Johnson has been awarded the prestigious Walter Cronkite Scholarship by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) Mid-America Chapter. She is a journalism major and a student photojournalist in the College’s award-winning “The Point” Newsroom work station.

Silver Dollar City was nominated America’s “Best Theme Park” again, according to a press release from Branson's famous theme park.

A fire at the Oak Apartment Complex in Kimberling City is still under investigation while agencies, businesses, and individuals come together to help the 19 families displaced.

POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — On March 3, School of the Ozarks students traveled to Springfield, Missouri, to serve at Convoy of Hope. The School has seen the immense impact Convoy of Hope has made domestically and internationally and desired to serve alongside the organization. This is the second year for the School to serve with Convoy of Hope in this way.

The National Christian College Athletic Association Women's Basketball Championship Game at College of the Ozarks Saturday had an unusual start.

A public meeting is scheduled for a ballot issue that will be on the ballot for some Stone County Voters in April.

Voters in Forsyth will have a chance to decide on an issue that has faced other voters over the last several years.

A batch of severe thunderstorms develop late Saturday night/early Sunday morning.

One blaze fought by firefighters last week involved a historic building.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol works a pair of crashes in Barry County, one fatal with the other resulting in serious injuries.

A major fire in Kimberling City Saturday morning is fought by multiple agencies and is under investigation by law enforcement.

The first full day of spring starts out cool, but winds will warm up temperatures and elevate fire risk once again today. 

Several departments in the region are sending manpower to aid in the continuing fires in Douglass County.

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Several months after Missouri voters approved ballot measures to expand abortion rights and raise the minimum wage, both are now facing challenges from state lawmakers.

Excessively high winds caused several issues around the Lakes Region on Wednesday. 

OZARK, Mo. — A newly proposed development in Ozark could bring the small town its first Aldi, among other stores.

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

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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Deena Dillard from Circle of Life said Tuesday that the organization is a 501(c)(3) offering services to North Arkansas College and the community; specifically, they serve pregnant or parenting women 27 and younger.

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Piercing guns are a popular tool for body piercing. They are used in malls, jewelry stores, and many other places that sell piercing accessories. However, there’s a growing concern about this body piercing technique. They’re simply not safe, nor are they painless! Jason Holloway, Technicolor Tattoo,