Driving a boat comes with its own set of rules, and on a busy waterway like Lake of the Ozarks, ignorance isn’t a luxury boaters can afford.
In the past week at Lake of the Ozarks, there have been two separate nighttime crashes: one left three people dead, the other injured two.
As boaters across the Midwest gear up for a big Memorial Day weekend at Lake of the Ozarks, here are some boating safety tips from the Missouri State Highway Patrol:
Two boat explosions at Lake of the Ozarks docks this summer sparked important discussions about safe refueling and, in particular, the correct use of a boat's blower.
Boating Missouri’s rivers next year will come with a new rule for some operators, as the state expands its boater safety card requirements.
It's a busy time of year on Lake of the Ozarks.
It never fails, on the busy weekend waters of Lake of the Ozarks, you'll inevitably see a boat — sitting uncomfortably low in the water or listing precariously to one side — overloaded with passengers.
Lake of the Ozarks is busy, especially on summer weekends, and that means Lake Regional's Emergency Department has to be prepared for nonstop action.
Driving a boat comes with its own set of rules, and on a busy waterway like Lake of the Ozarks, ignorance isn’t a luxury boaters can afford.
"We took our boat out four times last year and broke down four times."
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Memorial Day weekend marks the first major outing of the boating season, and there are a few simple precautions that can help keep everyone safe at the Lake.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. – Starting Memorial Day weekend, kids wearing U.S. Coast Guard–approved life jackets on the Lake could score a newly designed T-shirt, courtesy of Ameren Missouri.
Every year, countless families gather at the Lake of the Ozarks to enjoy the water. That makes dock safety paramount. And All Shores Electric, LLC wants to ensure families don't experience tragedy from faulty or outdated electrical systems.
Lake of the Ozarks is a boaters’ paradise, with more than 40,000 docks according to Ameren Shoreline Management. The scale is hard to believe for anyone who hasn't seen it.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — The Lake area just got blanketed by snow and dock companies are reporting only sporadic damage. Dock owners have largely avoided dock-roof shoveling. However, the Lake's surface water is going to freeze with a full week of high temperatures under 32F and nighttime t…
The unofficial end of summer is coming to Lake of the Ozarks. And to make sure it ends well, here are some tips for a safe Labor Day weekend.
With Memorial Day weekend fast approaching and unofficially kicking off the summer season, boaters are being reminded to put safety first as they enjoy Lake of the Ozarks.
Every year, countless families gather at the Lake of the Ozarks to enjoy the water. That makes dock safety paramount. And All Shores Electric, LLC wants to ensure families don't experience tragedy from faulty or outdated electrical systems.
Boating offers an exhilarating escape: a worry-free day away from life's many cares, surrounded by family or friends...
Every year, countless families gather at the Lake of the Ozarks to enjoy the water. That makes dock safety paramount. And All Shores Electric, LLC wants to ensure families don't experience tragedy from faulty or outdated electrical systems.
What Is XTow? Here's A Breakdown Of The Boating Club Loved By Hundreds Of Lake Of The Ozarks Boaters
Boating offers an exhilarating escape: a worry-free day away from life's many cares, surrounded by family or friends...
With expected ice and snowfall this weekend at Lake of the Ozarks, homeowners should double-check a few things before the winter storm hits.
Missouri weather likes to vary from mild temperatures to snow and ice. But even on balmy winter days, the water temperature of the state's lakes and rivers is cold enough to be fatal.
With cold temperatures moving in, dock owners at Lake of the Ozarks and on the lower Osage River should begin to prepare their docks for the annual winter drawdown.
With the Lake of the Ozarks Shootout races and Labor Day weekend just ahead, that means lots of boaters on the Lake. The Water Safety Council has a few tips to ensure a safe time for everyone.
It's Shootout season.
Price & Randle Injury Attorneys in Osage Beach have announced "Drive Safe. Boat Safe." campaign; a multi-faceted 3-year roadway and water safety initiative in conjunction with Lake of the Ozarks local television station, Lake TV and in collaboration with the statewide "Buckle Up. Phones …
The Lake of the Ozarks has around 40,000 docks, and nearly all of them are connected to electricity.
Two boat explosions at Lake of the Ozarks docks this summer sparked important discussions about safe refueling and, in particular, the correct use of a boat's blower.
From dinner and drinks to live music by the water, The Encore Lakeside Grill & Sky Bar brings it all together at Lake of the Ozarks.
The Lake of the Ozarks Shootout means a full day on the water for many boaters. Seasoned attendees pack snacks and coolers, but at some point, someone is bound to ask: “where are we gonna eat?”
At Lake of the Ozarks, but where do you go when you're ready for a good meal and beachy vibes? The answer: Franky & Louie's Beachfront Bar & Grill.
Paradise isn't just a name—it's a feeling, and that's exactly what you get at Paradise Restaurant & Bar.
The first-ever Shootout Top Gun was Randy Scism, in 1989. He hit 101 mph.
Bagnell Dam, which creates Lake of the Ozarks by impounding the Osage River, is creeping up on its 100th birthday. And in 2025 Ameren — the utility company that owns the dam — finished replaci…
It’s fair to say Cody West is obsessed with old things.
Don’t read this if you are squeamish about cemeteries. Especially don’t read this if you dread the thought that there might be burial sites under the Lake of the Ozarks directly in front of yo…
This article from The Herald Democrat, dated October 28, 1906, tells of the death of Robert M. Snyder, a Kansas City millionaire who built the famous/infamous Ha Ha Tonka Castle, which now ove…
Multi-time world champion tunnel-boat racer Bill Seebold died October 22 from complications from ALS. He was 84 years old.
The first-ever Shootout Top Gun was Randy Scism, in 1989. He hit 101 mph.
It’s fair to say Cody West is obsessed with old things.