The Lake of the Ozarks busy boating season is in full swing, with many second homeowners returning in recent weeks to get the Lake house tuned up for summer fun. If they found the Lake house t…
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ROCHEPORT, Mo. — Traffic is jammed around the Missouri River Bridge on I-70 between Columbia and Boonville, as at least five vehicles, including a loaded cattle trailer, were involved in a cra…
Hundreds of people dug in the sand at Captain Ron's for the Great Shootout Treasure Hunt last weekend. The sold-out event was sponsored by LakeExpo.com and Pirate's Point, and it raised money …
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Governor Mike Parson confirmed Monday that the state will carry out convicted murderer Michael Tisius's death penalty sentence today, as ordered by the Supreme Court of M…
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Whether it's ogling the boats down on the docks or enjoying the high-speed action while anchored along the race course, LOTO Powerfest offers opportunities for a memorable day on the Lake of t…
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OSAGE BEACH, Mo. — Two bridges over Hwy 54 in Osage Beach will close overnight this week, as the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) wraps up a rehabilitation project along the highway.
Many compete, but few take home the coveted hardware. LOTO Powerfest brought high-speed competitors to Lake of the Ozarks last weekend and some returned home as champions. Here are photos of t…
The investors in Osage River Gaming really thought it would happen this time.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — On Thursday, June 1, deputies from the Camden County Sheriff’s Office, troopers from the Missouri State Highway Patrol, and members of the Lake Area Narcotics Enforcement …
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LOTO Powerfest racers & fans enjoyed a pre-race meet & greet at Horseshoe Bend Bar & Grill, on Thursday, June 1.
"Run what ya brung." It's the heart of the Shootout, truly an everyman's (or woman's) boat race. And it's the name of last weekend's poker run to support Shootout charities. While the main Sho…
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This weekend's events - like LOTO Powerfest and the Shootout Treasure Hunt - guarantee a good time for boaters and families at Lake of the Ozarks! If you're a boater, keep reading for the best…
MORGAN COUNTY, Mo. — Morgan County Deputy Justin Dills, the son of Sheriff Norman Dills, was fined $130 this week for careless and imprudent driving that involved a two-vehicle crash in the ea…
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Two self-styled militia members, who were arrested after one shot at FBI agents at the Lake of the Ozarks, planned to travel to Texas to shoot at undocumented immigrants cro…
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — St. Louis-based SkyView Partners and Tegethoff Development, along with Fred Ross, owner of Big Thunder Marine, today announced the formal approval of the development …
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Tickets for An Evening With Larry The Cable Guy on Saturday, September 2 at Ozarks Amphitheater go on sale today — Friday, June 2 — at OzarksAmp.com and Ticketmaster.com.
Brand-new luxury condos on Lake of the Ozarks' Horseshoe Bend are nearing completion. What started as a hole in the ground nearly a year ago is quickly taking shape into what will definitely b…
MEXICO, MISSOURI – Miss Missouri candidates from across the state will gather June 11 to kick off a week filled with rehearsals, talent performances, interviews, and evening gowns at Missouri …
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LOTO Powerfest hits Lake of the Ozarks this weekend and the two things boaters need to know are: where's the race, and where's the no-wake zone?
ELDON, Mo. — Bruce E. King, DDS, will retire from dentistry on June 10 after providing 32 years of dedicated service to the Eldon Community. Caitlyn Vernon, DDS, will continue to care for pati…
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Miller County Route C is closed to all traffic, as part of the Brumley Creek Bridge rehabilitation project. The closure began on Tuesday, May 30.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — A boat caught fire Monday in Linn Creek cove at the 30 Mile Marker.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — The Formula 1 Powerboat Championship is coming to Lake of the Ozarks from June 1–3, as part of LOTO Powerfest.
MILLER COUNTY, Mo. — A Columbia woman was seriously injured Monday in a crash on Highway 54.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Two boat crashes occurred on Lake of the Ozarks over Memorial Day weekend, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. One resulted in serious injuries.
Whether navigating the high seas or cruising the Lake of the Ozarks, boat shows are great for shopping, but you don’t really know a boat until you experience it in its natural habitat. The pro…
Over Memorial Day weekends, eight people were injured in crashes at Lake of the Ozarks, six of them seriously
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LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Speed returns to the Lake the first weekend of June, as LOTO Powerfest will bring the roar of powerboats to a miles-long race course at Bagnell Dam.
Pirates of all ages will storm Captain Ron's Cannonball Beach on Saturday, June 3, for The Great Shootout Treasure Hunt. 218 Tickets pre-sold. $25 at the door 5 p.m. Saturday.
With Paradise, it’s all in the name!
MILLER COUNTY, Mo. — Two people were hospitalized after an accident involving a Polaris UTV and a car on Route U in Miller County, Sunday evening.
MILLER COUNTY, Mo. — A Lebanon man was injured Thursday after he allegedly jumped into traffic on Highway 5.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — A Camdenton man was seriously injured in a motorcycle crash on South Highway 7.
OSAGE BEACH, Mo. — Resurfacing work on the Highway 54 Grand Glaize Bridge has been backing up traffic during the week, for weeks, in Osage Beach. But the Missouri Department of Transportation is assuring drivers the bridge will be wide-open for the Memorial Day extended weekend.
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OSAGE BEACH, Mo. — The sewage smell on Osage Beach Parkway and Highway 54 near Passover Road — and unfortunately near several restaurants — isn’t caused by sewage leaks and has caused no damage to Lake of the Ozarks, the City of Osage Beach says. City officials also say it’s not going away a…
Like far too many other things, the cost to get a boat towed on Lake of the Ozarks has gotten more expensive in the past year.
LAKE OZARK, Mo. — A resolution in support of the Osage Nation's plans for a casino was tabled by the Lake Ozark Board of Aldermen at their Tuesday, May 23 board meeting.
LAKE OZARK, Mo. — On Thursday, the Osage Nation presented $100,000 in donations to nine Lake of the Ozarks entities that support public safety, veterans, education, and infrastructure.
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LAKE OF THE OZARKS — Clear water and brightly colored waterslides will open to the public this weekend at Big Surf.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — A Bellville, Il. man was killed Tuesday in a crash on Highway 42.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — Shouts of outrage rang through the courtroom at the sentencing of John Dallas Bennett on Tuesday, May 23. But in this case, prosecutors and the judge contended there was nothing more to be done.
A short drive down through Osage Beach, is a relaxation paradise: Driftwood Spa and Salon, at Margaritaville Lake Resort.
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The Osage Nation, who has a storied and often tragic history in the region of Missouri, Arkansas, and Oklahoma, is highlighted in a new film by director Martin Scorsese, which debuted at the Cannes Film Festival on Saturday, May 20. The film, Killers of the Flower Moon, based on the 2017 boo…
MORGAN COUNTY, Mo. — A Versailles woman was injured Monday after she was run over by her own car on Locust Road.
Like everyone, you may have a lot of financial goals. But are they all of equal importance? Probably not. And do they share a similar timeline? Again, it’s unlikely. So, your first step may be to prioritize your goals — and then follow a process that can help you achieve them.
OSAGE BEACH, Mo. — The most-talked-about development at the Lake in recent history, the Oasis at Lakeport got two critical votes from Osage Beach elected officials last week.
One of Lake of the Ozarks' most beloved, well-known family resorts, Bear Bottom Resort, is for sale.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — This Memorial Day weekend and all season long, kids caught wearing their life jackets while on the lake could receive a free t-shirt. The giveaway is part of a partnership between Ameren Missouri and the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s (MSHP) Water Patrol Division t…
AAA projects 42.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this Memorial Day weekend*, a 7% increase over 2022. This year, 2.7 million more people will travel for the unofficial start of summer compared to last year, AAA predicts, a sign of what’s to come in the months ahead.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — A St. Louis man was injured Sunday when he was ejected from a PWC on the 26.1MM.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — An Eldon woman was injured Friday in a crash on Highway 54 near Cross Creek Drive.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — A Silex, Mo. man was seriously injured Saturday in a golf cart crash on Avalon Way.
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) congratulates John Goad of Jefferson City for tying the current state record for longear sunfish. Goad was using a throwline on Frieda Lake in Crawford County May 8 when he caught the 5-ounce fish. The catch ties the previous alternative record, …
Memorial Day is the biggest weekend of the year at Lake of the Ozarks. With the more visitors to the Lake than any other weekend, it's a sure sign boating and vacation season has begun!
Does the Lake house need an update? Spring is often the time when Lake of the Ozarks homeowners — whether full-timers or second-homeowners — decide to freshen up a dated kitchen with new cabinets and carpentry. Whether you’re building a new home or remodeling this season, Ragan Cabinets has …
Sunny skies and temps in the 70s are in store for this weekend at the Lake: perfect boating weather (though you'll want to grab a jacket if you're headed out in the morning or evening). Need to fuel up? Keep reading to find fuel prices at dozens of marinas on Lake of the Ozarks this weekend.
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Dog Days is the Lake of the Ozarks party spot, right in the middle of the Lake’s action! At the intersection of the Glaize Arm and the main channel, Dog Days is just a short boat ride from most of the Lake, and it’s a favorite for any Lake crowd needing a guaranteed good time. A stop at Dog …
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CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — An O’Fallon man was injured Thursday in a crash on private property near Hwy KK.
MarineMax and Wake for Warriors are joining forces again this year to support combat veterans with a day on the water at Lake of the Ozarks, through the annual Wake For Warriors event. And this year Marine Max is taking their support to a whole new level with a can’t-be-beat raffle prize: a …
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — Two men were injured Tuesday in a crash on Lowell Williams Road.
Brystol Brown, the 2-year-old daughter of Ally and James Brown of Sunrise Beach, MO, has recently gone from riding little dirt bikes to being crowned Tiny Miss Camden County.
Your second-home on Lake of the Ozarks sits empty, for weeks or months on end. Without anyone keeping an eye on the place, problems can be waiting to greet you when you arrive for what should be a restful weekend on the water. And that’s why Kwik Kar in Osage Beach offers their Lake Home Che…
Pirates of all ages will storm Captain Ron's Cannonball Beach on Saturday, June 3, for The Great Shootout Treasure Hunt.
MILLER COUNTY, Mo. — An Osage Beach man was injured Monday after his motorcycle struck a turtle on Route U.
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At Lake of the Ozarks, the market has never been better for lakefront home owners to turn their docks into cash and make room for a new floating oasis. Boaters attuned to the “Lake Life” upgrade for all kinds of reasons: more wells, swim decks, dock bars, and better-built structures for roug…
Just can't wait for deer season? Squirrel and black bass seasons open Saturday, May 27.
MORGAN COUNTY, Mo. — A man was injured Saturday when authorities say he fell out of a vehicle on Highway FF.
