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• Stone County Officers Assist in Christian County Water Rescue

  The Stone County Sheriff's Department utilizes their Jet Boat for a water rescue on the James River.

• Heavy Rain Leads to Swift Water Rescues in Springfield, Wheaton

  The rounds of heavy rain that moved through the Ozarks led to flooding which in turn led to a pair of swift water rescues.

• Showers and Thunderstorms Today, Give Way to Heat This Week

  Several rounds of showers and thunderstorms impacted the Ozarks over the weekend and continue this morning as parts of the Lakes Region remain under a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 8:00 as another round of strong to severe storms are making their way into the region this morning.

• Heavy Rain Possible Today, Monday UPDATE

  UPDATE: The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch until 7:00. The Watch includes most of the Lakes Region including areas around Branson, Kimberling City, Harrison, and Eureka Springs.

• DOJ to Award $300 Million to Model Cities Dedicated to Restoring Law and Order

  The Department of Justice announces a program that would aid selected cities in improving public safety.

• Transition of Water Meter System in Branson Continues

  A new water meter system is continuing to be implemented in Branson.

• CBCO Blood Drives Coming Up In Lakes Region

  The Community Blood Center of the Ozarks will conduct several Blood Drives in the Lakes Region over the next two weeks.

• Branson Bank Awards Scholarships to High School Seniors

  Branson Bank is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2026 Scholarships, recognizing five outstanding graduating high school students living in Taney or Stone County for their academic achievement, leadership, community involvement, and commitment to continued education.

• Recent Rain Impacts Drought Levels in the Lakes Region

  For the first time in several weeks, parts of the Lakes Region has seen significant impacts on drought levels due to recent rainfall.

• Man Sentenced for Causing Death of a Woman in 2025 Traffic Crash

  A man from Nixa will serve seven years in prison for his involvement in a traffic crash last year that resulted in the death of a passenger on his motorcycle.

• Kissee Mills Teen Injured in Traffic Crash

  A teenager from Kissee Mills is in serious condition at a Springfield hospital after a traffic crash late Thursday afternoon. 

• Bass Pro Shops Continues Tradition of Donating Fishing Rods and Reels

  Bass Pro Shops announces another donation to nonprofits to give youth the opportunity to discover fishing.

• Carroll County Multi-Jurisdiction Operation Leads to Multiple Arrests

  A recent operation coordinated by the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office called Operation Watchtower was aimed at verifying that registered sex offenders were complying with registration laws.

• Forsyth Aldermen to Hold First Meeting Since Impeachment of Mayor UPDATE

  UPDATE: The Board of Aldermen accepted the resignation of City Attorney Tim Davis and decided to accept applications for those interested in filling the Mayor's Position until the end of the month then to appoint a new Mayor at the July Board of Aldermen Meeting.

• Branson Schools Announces New Executive Director of Operations

  BRANSON, MO (January 16, 2026) – Branson Public Schools is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Matt Dean as the district’s new Executive Director of Operations. Dean will replace Dr. Chip Arnette, who will retire at the end of the 2025-2026 school year after 35 years of service in public education.

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