On January 24, 2025, a fire trapped multiple people at a home in Koshkonong, Missouri, located near the state's southern border.
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On a cloudy Tuesday afternoon, the Camdenton R-III School District — along with some adorable preschoolers — broke ground on the new Early Childhood Center.
The second annual Cannonball Run brought over $118,000 for community organizations with an estimated $700k+ impact to the local economy, organizers have announced.
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For women trying to rebuild their lives, a second chance can begin with something as simple as a safe place to sleep, a working phone, transportation or someone willing to give them an opportunity.
A few weeks ago, School of the Osage senior Chase Langelier suffered a severe femur fracture, bringing his soccer season to an abrupt end. But the team rallied to give him one more special night.
Lake of the Ozarks is known as the place to be for summer fun. But as the temperatures cool and the trees begin to turn, opportunities for enjoyment still abound. Here are some ideas for activ…
Camdenton was awash in purple and gold on Friday as the town celebrated Homecoming with a district-wide parade, football game, and crowning of a new high school king and queen... but a fire ne…
OSAGE BEACH, Mo. — Osage Middle School students are brewing more than coffee. They’re building the skills they’ll need to land — and keep — their first jobs.
CAMDENTON, Mo. — Every person deserves the dignity of a good day’s work. Since 1983, Lake Area Industries has been turning that belief into reality by providing meaningful employment for adult…
Teaching is a calling. But teaching children with special needs and developmental delays takes something different. It takes vision not everyone sees. It pushes the boundaries of persistence, …
The Lake of the Ozarks is well represented among hundreds of Missouri communities receiving state funding after earning the Governor’s Blue Shield designation this year.
The Villages at Shawnee Bend is partnering with Community Foundation of the Lake to present the "Toast To Tomorrow": this year's can't-miss Champagne Campaign fundraiser.
Near Bagnell Dam on this warm Tuesday afternoon, the paddles of a kayaker were spotted cutting across the water, with balloons dragging behind it. But if you don't know Yvonne Townsend, you wo…
For many people, retirement is a chance to slow down. For Lake-area resident Joy Corwin, it was finally the opportunity to pursue a lifelong dream.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Eleven families are visiting the Lake this week so their children can participate in specialized therapy. Thanks to a group of local residents, businesses, and first …
CAMDENTON, Mo. – State Representative Jeff Vernetti announced a ceremonial dedication and ribbon cutting for the first Safe Haven Baby Box at Lake of the Ozarks next Wednesday.
OSAGE BEACH, Mo. — Residents of Osage Beach will have the opportunity next week to learn more about the city's Vision Zero Action Plan by asking questions and providing feedback during a publi…
It may not make TikTok reels and magazine spreads, but low-cost, affordable housing is quietly expanding at the Lake. And for several recent projects, Catalyst Electric owner Jon Bussey says h…
CAMDENTON, Mo. — The community came together to celebrate Central Ozarks Medical Center's grand re-opening of the Camdenton Medical and Dental Center.
As retirement approaches, many people shift their focus from growing their savings to making sure those savings can provide dependable income for years to come.
After a formal appeal to remove the book Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson from the Camdenton Middle School library, the Board of Education decided to retain the book with restrictions.
OSAGE BEACH, Mo. – The City of Osage Beach appointed April White as Interim City Administrator, effective as of last week.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — On the Friday afternoon before 4th of July, Devin Daly was enjoying Lake of the Ozarks like thousands of others. But when the 18-year-old was thrown from his personal…
OSAGE BEACH, Mo. — Learning doesn't have to stop after retirement.
LINN CREEK, Mo. — History is coming alive in Linn Creek as the Camden County Museum of Missouri hosts its annual Living History Weekend.
CAMDENTON, Mo. — The long-awaited Camdenton Community Center is... almost done. But the City says its opening has been delayed "due to unforeseen circumstances."
Osage Beach, Mo. – The City of Osage Beach announces that the 2026 Fourth of July Parade has been cancelled.
Collision repair isn’t a field most high school students dream about, but for 17-year-old Brookelynn Meents, it has became a career path—and one that will soon take her to the national stage.
The Lake of the Ozarks Marine Dealers Association awarded multiple scholarships to students and adult learners at Lake Career and Technical Center earlier this month, recognizing their commitm…
Lake of the Ozarks veteran Mike McCain will sound Taps in Washington, D.C. at the National WWI Memorial & Museum on June 3, 2026.
The Lake of the Ozarks community is invited to a Memorial Day ceremony in Sunrise Beach to honor the military on Monday.
In a special meeting on Wednesday, the Board of Education at the Camdenton R-III School District appointed Debbie Wright to serve a one-year term until the next election, filling the vacancy o…
It may not make TikTok reels and magazine spreads, but low-cost, affordable housing is quietly expanding at the Lake. And for several recent projects, Catalyst Electric owner Jon Bussey says h…
CAMDENTON, Mo. — A Camdenton R-III School Board member has resigned, and the board is taking applications for candidates to replace him.
OSAGE BEACH, Mo. — The Lake area community is invited to gather for a National Day of Prayer event on Thursday, May 7.
CAMDENTON, Mo. — After a six-month delay earlier this school year, the Camdenton High School Army JROTC made the most of their long-awaited opportunity, bringing home another top national finish.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — One of the Lake’s most iconic traditions is set to return May 1-2, as the 38th Annual Magic Dragon Street Meet Nationals takes over the historic Bagnell Dam Strip.