Local News

• Branson Public Works Spends Christmas Eve Fixing Water Main Break

  As work continues on the infrastructure overhaul in Branson's Hiawatha Heights Neighborhood, city crews spent Christmas Eve fixing a water main break.

• Ticket Purchased in Arkansas Wins Powerball Jackpot

  The second largest Powerball Jackpot in history has been won by a person who bought a ticket in Arkansas.

• New Officers for Troops D, G of the Missouri State Highway Patrol

  The Missouri State Highway Patrol has announced assignments for the recent graduates of the academy.

• Record High Temperatures Possible in the Ozarks for Christmas

  People who like warm temperatures are receiving a special Christmas Gift this year as record high temperatures are possible in parts of the Ozarks. 

• Propane Spill Tuesday Causes Evacuation of Area Near Jasper

  An area near Jasper was evacuated shortly after midnight Tuesday morning after a propane truck overturned.

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Obituaries

• James Nickle “Nick” Slinkard

  James Nickle “Nick” Slinkard, age 81, passed away on December 19, 2025.

• Melanie Snelson

  Melanie Snelson, age 62, passed away on December 12, 2025.

• Carmen Gail (Dockweiler) Chase

  Carmen Gail (Dockweiler) Chase, age 38, passed away on December 14, 2025.

• David Henry Veldman

  David Henry Veldman, age 69, passed away on December 12, 2025.

• Shirley Brown

  Shirley Brown, age 76, passed away on December 17, 2025.

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Local Sports

• Area Basketball Teams Get Ready for Christmas Break, Tournaments

  Several MOARK High School Basketball Teams are heading into Christmas Break and eventually tournaments during the holiday week.

• MSU Falls Short in Rally at First Ever Bowl Game, Loses to ASU

  The Missouri State Bears get the bowl experience in their first season as a FBS Member.

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