Central Ozarks Medical Center has been providing quality health care in Central Missouri since 1979. COMC offers a wide range of services based on the needs of the communities they serve.
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Some days are gifts, packaged like a set of nesting dolls. Pull them apart and put them together, they are more than the sum of their parts. Layers adding to a story. Each layer, unique and ca…
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MILLER COUNTY, Mo. — Authorities say they found the remains of an Osage Beach man in the woods near Tuscumbia, Mo. on Wednesday, Dec. 7.
LAKE OZARK, Mo. — Lake Ozark homeowners may soon be allowed to rent their homes to vacationers.
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As some of you are aware the Lake Ozark Planning and Zoning Commission has been asked to review and approve an amendment to a city ordinance (405.100) that would allow for homeowners within th…
LAKE OZARK, Mo. — A poll of Lake area real estate professionals shows the vast majority think nightly vacation rentals should be legal in Lake Ozark.
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At Lake of the Ozarks, cold weather brings quieter days on the water.
The Lake of the Ozarks' most famous cavy, Capy, is prowling the neighborhoods of Horseshoe Bend again.
LAKE OZARK, Mo. — Short-term vacation rentals are a major component of the Lake of the Ozarks economy, but in one of the region's largest cities, Lake Ozark, it's illegal to rent your home to …
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CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — A Camdenton man involved in a three-vehicle crash that left one person dead and two injured has been charged with three felonies as a result.
CAMDENTON, Mo. — A three-vehicle crash on the Highway 5 Niangua Bridge on Saturday, Dec. 3 left a motorcyclist dead, two people hospitalized, and one man facing three felony charges. But it al…
Jaime Mari Wright, age 37, of Kirksville, formerly of Versailles, passed away Friday, December 2, 2022, at University of Missouri Hospital and Clinics in Columbia.
The recent headline sounds benevolent, even charitable.
With temperatures dropping and snow on the way, preparing your boat lift and dock for winter is vital. Snow, ice and freezing temperatures are perilous for docks: look no further than the grea…
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — The final autopsy results have been received by the Camden County Sheriff’s Office investigators regarding the death investigation of local attorney Brian Byrd.
The Lake community came out to enjoy holiday festivities at Camdenton's Christmas on the Square, Saturday, Dec. 3. Santa, Mrs. Claus, an elf, and even the Grinch showed up in a sleigh, and kid…
MORGAN COUNTY, Mo. — A Stover man was hospitalized following a crash early Saturday morning.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — One man is dead and another is behind bars after a major vehicle collision on the Highway 5 Niangua Bridge, Friday evening.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — A Linn Creek woman has been charged with two felonies in connection with a burned child.
Readers are already calling it the best issue yet: Shore 2023 is hot off the presses.
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LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Much of Missouri will be battered by powerful winds on Friday, Dec. 2, according to the National Weather Service.
Editor's Note: The following two letters to the editor were sent to Lake Expo, expressing support for the planned Osage Nation casino at Lake of the Ozarks. Our coverage of the announcements f…
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — The LOTO Relief fundraiser raised nearly $55,000 for people in need in the Fort Myers area after Hurricane Ian devastated the area.
The Christmas season is here with plenty of ways to celebrate the season at Lake of the Ozarks! With light displays and a performance of the iconic ballet Nutcracker by local ballet students, …
Attention Investors, take a look at this incredible opportunity! This beautiful piece of lakefront property has already been subdivided with 7 lakefront lots and 13 second tier lots. The lands…
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — The sale of a beautiful home on Shawnee Bend will help feed the needy at Lake of the Ozarks.
This story was originally published by the Kansas City Beacon.
With more people coming to the Lake and more settling down here than ever before, real estate can be hard to come by, and high-quality, secure storage options can be even more scarce — especia…
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Emergency responders arrived to a chaotic scene, when two men drowned in Lake of the Ozarks on Thanksgiving weekend.
An annual Christmas tradition, the Laurie Lighted Christmas Parade marched through town on Highway 5, on Saturday, Nov. 26.
If given the opportunity to change any law, which one would you pick, and why? That’s the question that Dickman Law is asking local students who want the opportunity to win a $2,500 scholarshi…
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — A Climax Springs woman was injured Wednesday in a crash on Coffman Bend Drive.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Two men from India drowned in Lake of the Ozarks on Saturday, Nov. 26, authorities have confirmed.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — The Missouri State Highway Patrol has confirmed one person drowned and another is missing after an incident on the Lake, Saturday afternoon.
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) encourages experienced Missouri birders to become citizen scientists by helping with the National Audubon Society’s 123rd Christmas Bird Count (CBC) between Dec. 14 through Jan. 5, 2023.
Stop Into Slumberland in Osage Beach for the Ultimate Black Friday Sale! There are BOGO Deals and Incredible Markdowns throughout the store you don't want to miss! Shop Local & Save! Shop Slumberland, and Bring Happy Home!
Gotten tired of the classic deer mounts? European-style mounts is a type of taxidermy that’s gaining in popularity among hunters as a unique way to preserve memories of your deer harvest.
And so it begins, the hunt for that unique gift, for the person who has everything: the Lake of the Ozarks boater in your life.
The holidays are upon us, and many families are beginning to deck their halls. As more customers begin illuminating their light displays, here are a few simple tips to keep the festive spirit while saving both energy and money.
It’s that time of year: communities at Lake of the Ozarks are growing merry and bright, for Christmas, New Years, and December holidays. From one-day events to the largest light display in central Missouri, here’s where to see the holiday light displays around the Lake this year.
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Active military families and veterans throughout Missouri are eligible for additional assistance to help pay their utility bills. Ameren Missouri is providing $25,000 in assistance that will be administered through United Way 211 as part of the Ameren Missouri Veterans Fund.
The Elks Club of Osage Beach has partnered with Dogwood Elementary to provide warm socks for kids, for the winter.
Smell gas? Act fast! That’s the message for natural gas customers to remember as they switch on their furnaces.
Christmas is just around the corner, and with it comes Christmas shopping! While it can feel like a scramble to get high-quality, unique gifts for the kids, Santa’s Toy Wonderland at Florida Direct makes it easy for parents and grandparents with toys the kids and grandkids will enjoy and rem…
You can find many ways to support charitable organizations. One method that’s gained popularity over the past few years is called a donor-advised fund. Should you consider it?
Not very many years ago — in the early 1990s — the area of the Lake that is now known as Porto Cima and The Villages at Shawnee Bend was miles and miles of vacant shoreline. That's all changed now, thanks to the Lake of the Ozarks Community Bridge... commonly known as "the toll bridge."
Besides giving hunters an enjoyable outdoors experience, a successful deer hunt can also provide a healthy snack option – venison jerky.
“Christmas Through the Generations” is the theme for Lake of the Ozarks Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 10 at 1:00 p.m. This 38th annual parade kicks off at the junction of Hwy 242 where entries are staged to parade down Bagnell Dam Boulevard toward the dam.
MORGAN COUNTY, Mo. — A Versailles woman was injured in a crash on Route BB.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — A Linn Creek man was seriously injured in a crash on Lakota Drive.
Big Surf Waterpark is a Lake of the Ozarks summer activity staple. It's family-friendly, well-suited for locals and vacationers alike, and—aside from the Lake itself—arguably the most popular local spot to cool off and play on a Missouri summer day.
Mama Cita’s means authentic and delicious Mexican food in the Lake area. It’s the perfect place for any get-together from a fun-loving family reunion to an intimate date for two. The beautifully decorated restaurant is both expansive and comfortable (plus the expansive bar is perfect for a q…
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The Lake of the Ozarks Shootout has donated a whopping $625,000 to Lake-area charities, blowing last year's donation out of the water by a difference of nearly $200,000.
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Camdenton robotics teams win 1st, 2nd and 4th at Saturday's robotics competition.
Eyes on the skies! The International Space Station will be visible over Lake of the Ozarks every evening from Thursday through the weekend, within an hour or two after sunset.
CHESTERFIELD, Mo. — A massive $3 billion planned redevelopment of the languishing Chesterfield Mall has pitted the City of Chesterfield against local school districts. At issue: the $353 million tax incentive financing (TIF) requested by developers The Staenberg Group and CRG.
The Community Foundation of the Lake has received a $1,000 grant from the Osage Beach Walmart.
The Camdenton High School Speech and Debate team competed in various speaking and storytelling categories on Saturday, Nov. 12, at the Nixa Speech Invitational. Camdenton students all placed within the top six for each category and hope to continue this success as they head to Kickapoo on Nov. 19.
It was a close call for one powerboat team last weekend, when their race boat collided with a competitor in the Key West Offshore World Championship races.
LAKE OZARK, Mo. — In a much-anticipated announcement, ALDI in Lake Ozark will be holding its grand opening event on Thursday, Nov. 17.
Eric A. Newman, age 49, of Osage Beach, Missouri passed away Monday, November 14, 2022 at his home in Osage Beach, with his family by his side.
The iconic rock band Chicago will be performing at Lake of the Ozarks in 2023.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — Three people were injured in a crash Monday on Highway 54.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — A woman was injured in a crash Monday on Route J.
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Kansas City Royals have confirmed plans to build a new stadium and move the team out of Kauffman Stadium.
The Lake of the Ozarks Water Safety Council wants to install life jacket loaner stations across the Lake area, and the council recently announced that the first phase of its plan is fully funded, thanks to a generous donation from the Lake of the Ozarks Marine Dealers Association that will f…
It's Thanksgiving, and while many have planned a kitchen extravaganza; others are looking for a more "let's just go and eat somewhere" option.
Lake of the Ozarks and Ft. Myers Beach, Florida have always had a strong connection - a sisterhood, in many ways. Seventeen years ago, that connection strengthened when the first Lake of the Ozarks-Fort Myers Beach Florida party began. In recent years, close to 1,000 people have attended the…
Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) shows deer hunters in Missouri harvested 93,355 deer during opening weekend of the November portion of firearms deer season Nov. 12 and 13. Of the 93,355 deer harvested, 55,267 were antlered bucks, 7,250 were button bucks, a…
A fire seriously damaged a Camdenton home Friday.
MORGAN COUNTY, Mo. — Six people were injured in a crash Sunday on Missouri 52.
Ameren Missouri warns customers to be on the lookout for phone scammers targeting energy customers in Missouri and Illinois.
The Lake area's wonderfully warm fall ended with last week's cold front, and winter weather is here with a chance of snow showers in the Lake of the Ozarks region after 5 p.m. on Monday.
Lake area business owners and managers are invited this Wednesday to join the BNI Buccaneers for networking and referrals.
LAKE OZARK, Mo. -- After a long wait, the much anticipated Aldi Supermarket has opened to excited shoppers and a packed parking lot in Lake Ozark.
