Development, roads top agenda
December 3, 2008
By John Spencer editor@tri-lakestribune.com During the public comments portion of the Taney County Commission morning meeting Dec. 1 at the Taney County Courthouse, Justin Gage of Hollister Interchange Development Company gave a courtesy update of his plan and was met with concerns. “Don’t want you to get ahead,” stated Commissioner Ron Herschend to Gage, “You have speculated without getting the commission involved.” Herschend expressed concern about Gage discussing tax dollars and the... Read more »
Food Fest volunteers fill empty shelves
December 3, 2008
By Pam Vicalvi Christian Associates Tired feet, aching backs, smiling faces. All characteristic of Christian Associates’ employees and Food Fest Volunteers. Those who had seen other Food Fest results were amazed at the quantity and quality of the donations from the community. Christian Associates CEO Alan Catran believes that the Food Pantry received approximately twice as much as in previous years. “The final tally has not come in yet, but this far exceeds our expectations from other Food Fest... Read more »
Trees provide gifts for children, elderly
December 3, 2008
Giving Trees are now on display at several locations in Historic Downtown Branson. Ornaments on the trees include the wishes of specific local children and adults who otherwise may not receive a gift at Christmas. “Giving Trees are located at Apple Market at 416 S. Veterans Blvd.; First Community Bank at 121 S. Commercial, and at the Downtown Branson Main Street Association (DBMA) office, 119 W. Pacific in downtown Branson,” said Dawn Erickson, DBMA director. “These trees include the wishes... Read more »
County feeling the strain of the nation
December 3, 2008
By John Spencer editor@tri-lakestribune.com Taney County has experienced a 260 percent increase in documented foreclosures since 2006 said Taney County Assessor James Strahan during the county commissioners meeting Dec. 1 at the Taney Country Courthouse. The increase is a, “drop in the bucket of what we don’t see,” according to Strahan. “We don’t have immunity from the national housing recession,” stated Strahan. He expressed that the state declares we have growth but they are using old... Read more »
Substantial impact noted at meeting
November 30, 2008
By John Spencer editor@tri-lakestribune.com A presentation by the Taney County Health Department was the predominant presentation at the Branson Board of Alderman meeting Nov. 25 at city hall that also included a service award and the passage of four bills. Health Department Director Jim Berry’s year-to-date report included the successful partnership of Branson and Taney County and that the department has been recognized with best practices and has achieved advanced accreditation to September 2011. “When... Read more »
MoChip ID, Protection Program set in Kimberling City
November 30, 2008
By John Spencer editor@tri-lakestribune.com By taking only 15 minutes on Saturday, Dec. 6, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the Kimberling City United Methodist Church, area parents can have peace of mind knowing they will be armed with a pre-printed envelope that instructs authorities in the event of a missing child emergency. Parents faced with an abducted or missing child undoubtedly have difficultly delivering information and this FREE program quickly begins the recovery process. Sponsored... Read more »
IMPACT moves area students
November 30, 2008
By John Spencer editor@tri-lakestribune.com “They are going to be our civic leaders,” stated Sue Head of the Keeter Center from College of the Ozarks as she spoke of students involved in Individuals Making Progress at Character Training (IMPACT) and a recent student one-day exchange that took place between Taney and Stone County schools. “We hold false beliefs because we don’t know,” explained Head and the exchanges were designed to eliminate stereotypes between high schools and further... Read more »
Loaves & Fishes Program kick-off set
November 30, 2008
Area churches, businesses, and community groups are gearing up for serving neighbors in need through the 2009 Loaves & Fishes Program. The Program will run from Jan. 4 through March 13 and will provide warm nutritious meals at no charge. This year Loaves & Fishes will run seven nights a week. Meals will be served at these locations from 5:30 until 7 p.m.: Mondays, Branson First Baptist; Tuesdays, Church Army; Wednesdays, Our Lady of the Lake; Thursdays, Branson United Methodist; Fridays,... Read more »
Share the Joy Campaign is underway
November 26, 2008
Christian Associates announced that their annual “Share the Joy” Campaign is officially underway. Each year this organization collects donations, food, clothing, and toys to bring joy to the lives of the children and their families in the community who would not have Christmas without this assistance. “Kelly” (not her real name) has just moved into the Transition Shelter with her two children. She is a professional with a full time job. But a devastating divorce has left her homeless. Kelly... Read more »
Community foundation receives helping hand
November 26, 2008
By John Spencer editor@tri-lakestribune.com The Christmas season starts early in Branson and that spirit of giving gave a helping hand to the Taney County Community Foundation thanks to Country Mart and Harry Cooper Supply. The Round UP program ran Nov. 17-23 with Country Mart Grocery Stores of Taney County and brought in $175.77. Harry Cooper Supply matched the funds bringing to the total to $351.54. Gerard noted the economic situation contributed to the lower than expected numbers, but pleased... Read more »
