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The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to make the public aware of a telephone scam. In the past month, some incidents have been reported across the state. In each case, a suspect contacted an …

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What is a Chiropractic Rib Adjustment?   Rib chiropractic adjustment is a technique used by chiropractors to address issues related to the ribs. The ribs are an important part of …

Obituaries
Gordon Adkisson, 64,
Gordon Adkisson, 64, died on September 29, 2024, at home in Lake Ozark, Missouri.Gordon was born July 29, 1960, in Corning, Iowa, to LaVerne and Mary Geneva Adkisson. Gordon is survived by his loving …
Gerald Daniels, 85
Gerald Daniels August 13, 1939 – September 15, 2024 A letter from Gerald: Dear family and friends, I wanted to leave a special note for you to know a little more about me. Please know that …
Shirley A. Hunter, 95
Shirley A. Hunter, age 95, of Laurie, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2024, at the Laurie Care Center.  She was born December 19, 1928, in Wisconsin, a daughter of the late Mike and …
Debra "Debbie" Lee Boeckman, 73
Debra "Debbie" Lee Boeckman, age 73, passed away peacefully at her home in Camdenton, Missouri on Friday, July 12th, 2024. Debbie was born June 28, 1951 in Kansas City, Missouri. She was the first of …
Glenn E. Gebhardt, 84
Glenn E. Gebhardt, age 84, of Sunrise Beach, passed away Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at Lake Regional Health System in Osage Beach.  He was born March 6, 1940, in St. Louis, son of the late …
Sports
Senior wide receiver Landon Childs (No. 3) reels in a 11-yard touchdown in the third quarter during the 41-22 win over Eldon on Friday, Sept. 20, at the SOTO Athletic Complex.
Indians tame Mustangs 41-22
The School of the Osage football team embraced the underdog mentality and beat its arch-rival Eldon 41-22 on Friday, Sept. 20, at the SOTO Athletic Complex.
Brayleigh Smith
Smith Earns Athlete of the Week Honors
School of the Osage pitcher Brayleigh Smith has been named Lake Sun Athlete of the Week for her contributions to the Lady Indians softball team during the week of Sept. 16-22.
Crusaders cruise over Lakers 38-8
The Camdenton football team fell to conference rival Helias Catholic 38-8 on Friday, Sept. 20, at Bob Shore Stadium.

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  For those of us who love golf, it is easy for us to understand why. For those that have not yet fallen in love with the game, let me point out a few things to help you on your journey to …
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People can learn more about how to catch crappie (pictured above) in winter at an MDC virtual program on Jan. 4.
Get tips on winter crappie fishing
Just because winter is coming on doesn’t mean you have to put your crappie fishing gear away until next spring. People can learn more about how to catch this popular sportfish during winter at …
Powell Gardens is located just outside of Kansas City.
Day trip to the Festival of Lights
Here at Lake of the Ozarks we have stunning holiday light parks. But if you are a Christmas display afficionado, you might want to venture out to a mesmerizing show, just a two-hour drive to Powell …
Fishing at Lake of the Ozarks.
Lake area fishing report
The lake level was 656.3, generation of 1,000 CFS (cubic feet per second) throughout the week for a level of 656.2 by the weekend. Surface temperature at Bagnell Dam was 56 degrees. Truman Lake was …
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First glance of proposed casino in Lake Ozark

At long last, the vision of a casino, hotel and convention center at Lake of the Ozarks, first imagined years ago by a group of Lake-area investors, was put on paper and shared with the public …

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Navigating Medicare's Annual Enrollment Period: Tips for Success in 2024
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When dogs bark, are they using words to communicate?
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Caleb Williams is the most anticipated NFL rookie. Here are the 10 best NFL rookie quarterbacks since 1960.
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(Family Features) While most older adults understand the importance of obtaining medical insurance once they retire and are no longer covered by an employer, not all prioritize dental and vision coverage.
Classroom to dorm room: The best laptops for every student
(BPT) - Are you ready for your next semester? There are plenty of school supplies you’ll need to get this summer, but there’s one that you shouldn’t overlook: Your laptop.A laptop …
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Low down payment mortgages help first-time buyers access the American dream
(BPT) - Traditionally, saving up for a 20% down payment has been the largest obstacle for aspiring homeowners and this challenge is even more acute when interest rates drive monthly mortgage payments …
It's pumpkin spice season: 17 fall coffee drinks ranked from healthiest to unhealthiest
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Four Ways to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
(BPT) - Hispanic Heritage Month, which begins on September 15 and ends on October 15, is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the vibrant culture and significant contributions of Hispanic and Latino …