The boating season is drawing to a close, but the cold weather buying season will heat up soon. On snowy nights, potential boat buyers will hunch over computers and cellphones looking at boats…
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LINN CREEK, Mo. — A lumber truck caught fire and was slowing traffic Thursday afternoon, on Highway 54 in Linn Creek.
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Only one in every 30,000 deer is an albino. But this year at Lake of the Ozarks, LakeExpo readers have spotted at least two different deer who were white as snow.
Much of the country was shut down in 2020, thanks to government responses to Covid-19. But Lake of the Ozarks was very publicly—even notoriously—open for business. A short-lived local shutdown…
MORGAN COUNTY, Mo. — The Morgan County R-II School District will be moving to all-online learning for nearly two weeks, beginning Thursday, Oct. 22.
Election day is nearing, and among other, high-profile candidates on the ballot, Missourians will also be asked to decide on Amendment 3, sometimes called "Cleaner Missouri."
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — An extremely rare deer was photographed this week at Lake of the Ozarks.
If you’re a caregiver, possibly for a loved one dealing with an illness such as Alzheimer’s disease, you’re probably already facing some significant emotional and physical challenges – so you …
Camdenton Schools and the Smith Law Firm are recently recognized Vanita Blanton, a high school teacher at both Horizons and Camdenton High School, as Teacher of the Week.
About one mile southeast of Versailles in Morgan County, on Route W, about five miles from the Gravois Arm of Lake of the Ozarks, there stands what was once a stately and extraordinary two-sto…
MORGAN COUNTY, Mo. — A 30-year-old Gravois Mills woman was killed in a one-vehicle crash, Friday afternoon.
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ELDON, Mo. — Two simultaneous fires raged overnight in Eldon, as crews from across the region responded to fight them.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — The Lake area has seen a recent rise in Covid-19-related deaths, as multiple regional nursing homes battle outbreaks. Of the tri-county area's 30 Covid-related deaths…
A major gift from St. Louis-based Ameren Corporation is providing $48,000 in emergency grant funding for non-profits at Lake of the Ozarks.
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MILLER COUNTY, Mo. — The apparent suicide of a female inmate in Miller County Jail is currently under investigation.
Camdenton R-III School District employees have been recognized as the October Classified Employee of the Week. The district released the following descriptions and photos of the employees:
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Gusty winds combined with low humidity and a recent lack of rain are combining to make a perfect storm for fire danger across the Missouri Ozarks today.
The blue water of the Lake of the Ozarks sets the perfect backdrop for one of the most beautiful fall color tours in Missouri. The Lake stretches for nearly 100 miles, with 1,100 miles of shor…
Four more years? Or just two? That’s the question before the Lake Ozark Board of Aldermen: Would residents be better served if aldermen – and the mayor – serve four years rather than the two t…
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Special Olympics Missouri will still benefit from the 2020 Lake of the Ozarks Can-Am Police-Fire Games, despite the event’s cancellation due to COVID-19.
Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest brought more than 100,000 motorcyclists to Lake of the Ozarks in September, and plenty of those were Harley-Davidsons. But what most motorcyclists—and boaters—proba…
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — A Richland man was hospitalized with serious injuries on Saturday, following a crash on Highway 7.
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This week Camdenton Schools and the Smith Law Firm would like to honor Jeremy Coffelt, a seventh grade math teacher from Camdenton Middle School, as Teacher of the Week.
When you retire, you’ve learned a lot about all sorts of things, helping you avoid some of the mistakes you made earlier in life. However, you may still be susceptible to financial missteps sp…
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No one knows for certain how the name Eldon was chosen. Legend says it was in honor of an English nobleman named John Scott, 1st Earl of Eldon, a barrister and politician who served as Lord Hi…
Zachariah and Jakob Riedel, 15-year-old brothers, reached a lifetime goal of earning their Eagle Scout badge, and had a Court of Honor ceremony on Oct. 4, at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Ca…
MILLER COUNTY, Mo. — Less than two weeks after a Lake area woman was charged for 2nd Degree murder in connection with a fetanyl-overdose death in Camden County, a similar charge has been filed…
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — The Lake of the Ozarks boating season comes to a close, for many, with the annual Harbor Hop event: a lakewide poker game organized by the Lake of the Ozarks Conventi…
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Courageous and dedicated, men and women of the U.S. military lay their own lives on the line for their fellow countrymen. Throughout the centuries, American heroes have helped secure for our c…
For our beautiful Lake of the Ozarks and beyond, this past year has brought forth a slew of unforeseeable events; of which, the vast majority have seemed profoundly negative. Regardless of an …
The steep hills, stark cliffs, and varying topography around Lake of the Ozarks makes for breathtaking scenery. But it also means things tend to roll...
Consider us biased, but as far as trips go it's certainly hard to beat the Lake of the Ozarks in Central Missouri. This is the perfect destination for adventure-seekers as well as those who are looking for a relaxing escape — at the end of the day, you're going to leave with memories of a wo…
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Powerboats roared at Lake of the Ozarks last weekend, for the new Offshore At The Ozarks boat race. The event, organized by Performance Boat Center and the Offshore Powerboating Association and hosted by Camden On The Lake, brought 14 boats boasting blistering speeds, for two days of racing.
Cole Anderson is a 22-year-old electrician's apprentice, former state mountain-biking champ, and avid fisherman obsessed with catching big bass on big swim-baits. Last weekend on Lake of the Ozarks, Cole reeled in a $100,000 fish.
CAMDENTON, Mo. — A Camdenton man is facing drug trafficking charges and could be charged in federal court.
An arrest for assault landed a Gravois Man with Felony charges after authorities say he severely bit a deputy.
The City of Lake Ozark is considering another avenue to navigate its short-term rental dilemma.
Right now, the pandemic is causing chaos and uncertainty for colleges and students. But it won’t always be that way. And if you have children who will be heading off to school in the next few years, you’re probably thinking about more typical concerns – such as expenses. How will you pay for…
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Saturday's powerboating event, Offshore At The Ozarks - Cat Edition, kicked off with a tight race in the Super Stock class. Eight boats roared around the course, hitting top speeds around 120 mph on the straightaways.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — A 21-year-old Nebraska man drowned on Saturday morning while swimming in Lake of the Ozarks.
The crew from Miss GEICO, the chartreuse powerboat barreling around the race course at the Offshore at the Ozarks, Cat Edition, boat race has shared some video from the cockpit.
What began as a chilly morning turned into a beautiful day for boat racing on the Lake of the Ozarks. In a bit of an unusual start, several Super Cat contenders were ruled out before the green flag ever waved. But the rocky start for the Super Cats contrasted with a fantastic race between th…
Lake area resident Josh Butterfield has been charged with trespassing by the Camdenton R-III school district.
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Your Story Matters, a tour presented by BR Promotions with a nationwide run, is coming to the Eldon Community Center on Oct. 23.
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 seven of the many things to do at the Lake this fall.
Wondering how to catch this weekend's powerboat racing action on Lake of the Ozarks?Offshore At The Ozarks is bringing boat racers for high-speed excitement on Friday and Saturday. There are plenty of ways to watch and listen. Keep reading for more info.No matter where you go to watch the ra…
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — A Camdenton woman is facing felony charges for drugs, forgery, and theft after authorities say she was found trying to buy items with counterfeit cash at a local convenience store.
The Citywide Fall Cleanup for City of Lake Ozark residents will be held Oct. 19-23.
MACKS CREEK, Mo. — With their inaugural fall season winding down at the end of October, Ballparks National has announced their 2021 fastpitch and baseball tournament schedule. The Spring and Summer will offer 8 week-long tournaments, called the LOZ Summer Championship Series, and 27 themed w…
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — A convicted drug-dealer has been charged in the death of a Lake-area woman.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — The Big Bass Bash Fishing Tournament will fill hotels & resorts up and down the Lake’s 90 miles this weekend, as thousands of anglers cast their lucky lures in hopes of landing a $100,000 fish.
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Those who have lived a long time have done a lot, seen a lot – and can teach us a lot. And that’s certainly true when it comes to investing.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Authorities say counterfeit bills have been making their way around the Lake area, and these bills are able to elude a common technique of checking for their veracity.
The following is a letter to the Lake community published on Lake Regional Health System's website, on Sept. 28, 2020. As of Sept. 29, Missouri has seen 124,762 positive Covid cases with 2,086 Covid-attributed deaths, and has conducted 1.8 million Covid tests. Of the state's total deaths, 93…
Offshore At The Ozarks will bring powerboaters for two days of catamaran racing action, at Camden on the Lake this weekend.
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TAOS, Mo. — Three boaters were rescued on the Osage River, near Jefferson City, after their pontoon got stuck going through the lock-and-dam system.
This week Camdenton Schools and the Smith Law firm would like to honor Aimee Fraze, a Third Grade Teacher at Osage Beach Elementary, as Teacher of the Week.
I have worked on the Lake in some capacity since I was fourteen years old. Gas docks, cleaning vacation rentals, waitressing my way through college, you name it. I have asked thousands upon thousands of people where they are from while gassing up their boats or taking their margarita order. …
If you’ve recently become a widow or widower, you’re obviously dealing with an enormous emotional burden, and coping with your grief can seem like a full-time struggle. Unfortunately, the business of life must go on – and the financial moves you make at this time can have a big impact on your life.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — A Versailles man was killed in a motorcycle crash on Route MM, Wednesday evening.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — Charges are pending for the owners of multiple animals that were found dead and poor medical condition near Climax Springs, on Wednesday.
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“Daddy always says, ‘An ounce of pretension is worth a pound of manure,’” Steel Magnolias’ Shelby Eatenton said of her ever-practical father, Drum.
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is reminding anglers that a definition for “invasive fish” has been added to the Wildlife Code of Missouri and affects what type of fish may be used as live bait. The definition includes a list of bighead carp, silver carp, grass carp, and common carp.
There’s nothing like a long, hot (quarantined!) summer to inspire one to soak up this cool, fall weather and all that comes with it. Autumn at the Lake of the Ozarks brings crowd-free boating, bonfires, great temperatures and beautiful colors. But it can also bring indoor air quality concern…
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — The extension of federal waivers is allowing Lake area schools to continue providing free meals to all students. The waivers began as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
This week, for Camdenton's "Teacher of the Week," the Camdenton R-III School District and the Smith Law Firm are recognizing two teachers who volunteered to take on the difficult task of being distance learning teachers this fall: Morgan Basler and Daniel Moulder, from Hawthorn Elementary.
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OSAGE BEACH, Mo. — Lake Regional Health System says they have been averaging between 8 – 12 Covid-positive inpatients for the past two weeks.
OSAGE BEACH, Mo. — A famous WWE wrestler has died, reportedly of natural causes, at Margaritaville Resort on Lake of the Ozarks, TMZ has reported.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Super Cat Fest for Kids Auction organizers say the auction alone grossed more than $300,000, with approximately $210,000 raised for charities.
The City of Lake Ozark is staged for the expansion of its outdoor warning siren system.
It’s that time of year again, where, if you work for a medium-to-large employer, you’ve got some decisions to make because it’s open enrollment time. Of course, depending on your situation, you may have been working remotely for a while, but, even so, you will likely have the opportunity to …
"Fears are growing," the MSNBC news anchor began, as she cited now-debunked (ARTICLE: The Sturgis biker rally did not cause 266,796 cases of COVID-19) claims that the Sturgis motorcycle rally caused nearly a quarter-million new Covid-19 cases and compared that event to last weekend’s Lake of…
During the 2019-2020 debate season, I performed a self-written speech about the stigma around anxiety medication, inspired by my own experiences and observations. I was cut short of an opportunity to compete with my story at a national-qualifying district tournament due to the COVID-19 pande…
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Trump and Biden supporters participated in boating parades at Lake of the Ozarks last weekend.
If 2020 taught us anything, it is that the tides of fortune can turn on a dime. And if you do not have enough dimes, you might find yourself struggling to keep your head above water.
Christine Head, STEM teacher at Oak Ridge Intermediate, has been named Camdenton School District Teachers of the Week.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Bikefest brought more than 100,000 motorcyclists to cruise Lake of the Ozarks over the weekend, according to estimates from the Lake of the Ozarks Convention and Visitor Bureau, and while the vast majority made it to the Lake and back home safely, the Missouri State…
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — A Mexico, Mo. man is dead after his boat was found adrift, Thursday.
The Lake of the Ozarks skies can sometimes be hazy, especially in the summer, as thick vegetation and a massive body of water pour humidity into the atmosphere. But yesterday’s haze was different.
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The wife and I made a quick trip to St. Louis on Wednesday. At lunch, with a hankering for some big-city-quality sushi, we found a place that looked good, but were bewildered to discover, when we walked to the entrance, they were open only for curbside/carry-out. I had known this would be a …
