CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — On Tuesday afternoon, Camden County Health Department Administrator Bee Dampier reported the county has seen its second death from what Dampier says are “apparent Covid-re…
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Boaters enjoyed a sunny July 4th weekend on Lake of the Ozarks.
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Boaters enjoyed a sunny July 4th weekend on Lake of the Ozarks.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — A man was airlifted on Monday when his PWC and a boat collided.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — It was a busy weekend at the Lake: likely one of the busiest of the year. But the Missouri State Highway Patrol reports there were no serious boating incidents or inj…
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — It's been a brutal year for touring musicians and the venues that host them, and Ozarks Amphitheater at Lake of the Ozarks has not been immune to the wave upon wave o…
On Friday, June 26, go-fast boaters joined in the Support Our Troops Fun Run at Lake of the Ozarks. A hugely popular poker run at the Lake, 100% of donations go to HEROES Care.
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LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — With only a slight chance of rain early in the week and heat index values in the mid-90s, this week is shaping up to be a hot one!
St. CHARLES, Mo.—The adult male bear who attracted public attention and was christened “Bruno” by social media has been sedated and transported to suitable habitat outside the urban area, acco…
A drunk 25-year-old man nearly drowned at Lake of the Ozarks last weekend, but was rescued by Water Patrol troopers. Although, according to the Patrol, the man fought the very people who tried…
The City of Camdenton Aquatic Facility will be closed until further notice.
In the summer, Lake of the Ozarks buzzes with pontoons, powerboats, and PWCs. But the other three seasons are for anglers. Lake of the Ozarks has long been a popular fishing lake, but its prom…
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SUNRISE BEACH, Mo. — A one-year-old was hit and killed by a car on Saturday, in a Sunrise Beach neighborhood.
LAKE OZARK, Mo. – Just in time for July 4th weekend, the much-anticipated Malted Monkey ropes course is opening to the public.
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In the song, Against the Wind, Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band wonder, “…what to leave in, what to leave out…” As the captain of any vessel, large or small, fast or slow, we must decide w…
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — The entrance to a two-pronged cove on the Lake, one of which is a popular cove-out spot, will soon sport "Limited No Wake" signs, alerting boats over 40 feet that the…
The hit Netflix show “Ozark” and viral photos of Memorial Day pool parties may be the first things people outside the area associate with Lake of the Ozarks. But a local restaurant will highli…
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — The Missouri State Highway Patrol just made a large stretch of Lake of the Ozarks idle-only for big boats. A brand-new limitation beginning at the 9.5 Mile Marker of …
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — A kneeboarder was hospitalized on Wednesday night after being hit by a boat, on Lake of the Ozarks in the Warsaw area.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — Four people were hospitalized early Thursday morning following a two-vehicle crash on Route 7.
Celebrating America’s birthday, thousands of boaters are expected to hit the water this Fourth of July holiday weekend, recreational boating’s traditional busiest time of the year. With COVID-…
The 80s tribute band Members Only is returning to Lake of the Ozarks in July for a local run at a couple of the Lake’s live entertainment hotspots.
Little more than a stone’s throw from the intersection of Highways 5 and 7 sits an unassuming storefront that belies the wealth of treasure to be found inside. Step through the doorway of Upst…
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Netflix is promising Ozark will go out with a bang in Season 4 of the Emmy-winning drama. In fact, that’s pretty much all they’re saying about it for now, with a Ozark-esque mysterious and spa…
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LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — This week at the Lake is expected to start off dreary, while leading to a sunny & hot 4th of July weekend!
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — An eerie haze has hung over Lake of the Ozarks for the past several days, and multiple meteorological phenomena are to blame.
With the recent passing of Joe Boer, the culinary torch has officially been passed to others who follow. Many of whom owe their training to his rigorous and meticulous methods of excellence.
With July 4th comes fireworks, and there's no better place to see them than at Lake of the Ozarks. Many waterfront and on-land businesses and organizations are planning a variety of displays a…
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — A boat caught fire on the Gravois Arm of the Lake, Friday evening, and authorities say the driver and passengers escaped safely.
There’s certainly been plenty of volatility and uncertainty the past few months, but one aspect of your financial picture has probably remained stable: your need for insurance. And since Natio…
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – State Rep. Ron Hicks is proposing legislation that would give the state a better option to punish officers of the law who abuse their authority. Hicks’ legislation would …
As with any new technology, 5G wireless has its fans and its detractors. Among the latter group is the nation’s largest advocacy, services and safety group for recreational boaters, Boat Owner…
If you want some spice, but generally steer away from food that makes your lips burn, try Dog Days’ Baja Burger. More than your average burger, the Dog Days take on a burger is 1/2-pound of sp…
Sitting poolside with the clear sparkling water and gazing out onto the boats on the Lake with a drink in hand is what freedom tastes like. Bartender Darrell Nickels is in his fourth season at…
Summer is in full swing at the Lake, and vacationers galore have descended on the Midwest's playground.
A Lake of the Ozarks business is inviting all boaters to a unique party on a giant barge, set for July 3 at the 42.6 Mile Marker.
BBQ and beer go hand-in-hand, and at Wobbly Boots, there’s no shortage of options: with 22 different types of beers on tap, several of which are frequently rotated with local craft brews, there’s always something new to try.
When you need good food at the Lake, Wobbly Boots is always a winner. There are plenty of interesting menu items: the Diablo Burger for those who like it spicy, and the Hot Cheesy Stripper for a delicious buffalo chicken sandwich that always brings a few awkward laughs when you order.
Got a hankerin’ for mouthwatering, award-winning BBQ? From smoked ribs and brisket to smoked chicken and wings, Wobbly Boots Roadhouse in Osage Beach has it and they smoke it all in-house!
OSAGE BEACH, Mo. — Police arrested a St. Louis man at a lakefront bar on Sunday, June 21 after he reportedly nearly hit them with his vehicle and reached for a handgun while they were trying to arrest him. No one was injured in the arrest.
CAMDENTON, Mo. — A 12-year-old is seriously injured, but stable, after being hit by a vehicle on Saturday.
MILLER COUNTY, Mo. — Authorities say they have seized hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of drugs that were en route to be sold at Lake of the Ozarks. One person has been arrested as a result.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — Multiple crashes last weekend on Lake area highways left four people hospitalized, three of them with serious injuries.
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LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — This week is expected to be warm, yet comfortable, with high temperatures in the low-mid 80s with a slight chance of rain through Tuesday afternoon.
The Wishing On A Ride event has been moved to May 2021.
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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.
When you work like a captain, you need to play like a pirate. Lake of the Ozarks boaters can "be a pirate" at Jolly Rogers Grub & Grog and The Kraken Shack, Fresh Seafood and Oyster Bar, in Rocky Mount – two terrific restaurants at one amazing lakefront location!
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Multiple restaurant employees in the Lake of the Ozarks area have tested positive for Covid-19, and at least three restaurants have announced they are temporarily closing so employees can be tested. Those closures are prudent, says Camden County Health Department Ad…
Drive through Lebanon, Mo. on Interstate 44 and it’s impossible not to notice: the highway is lined with boats. The city has quietly become the aluminum-boat-building capital of the world, and it shows no signs of stopping. Ranger Boats has announced they will move all aluminum boat manufact…
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — Illinois' Covid crackdowns are Missouri's gain: the Great American Shoot, an annual trapshooting event put on by the Amateur Trapshooting Association (ATA) and typically held in Sparta, Ill., will be coming to Linn Creek, Mo., at Lake of the Ozarks, this August.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Lake area health departments say several new Covid-19 cases have emerged in the Lake area in the past week.
Ameren Missouri and Cooldownmissouri.org are helping keep needy central Missouri residents cool and bright, with the donation of 100 energy efficient air conditioners and packages of LED light bulbs to the Samaritan Center in Jefferson City and the Hope House of Miller County in Lake Ozark.
Typically, this time of year is filled with graduation ceremonies and celebrations. But with the coronavirus pandemic, not much has been typical lately. Eventually, though, things will return to normal and schools will reopen for in-person learning. And if you have young children, you may wa…
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LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Fire devastated a large, waterfront condo building on Tuesday, June 16, and firefighters on scene say there were no injuries.
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LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Fire devastated Emerald Bay Condominiums on Tuesday evening, June 16, at Lake of the Ozarks.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Four people were hospitalized on Monday night at Lake of the Ozarks when a boat collided with a wave break, after dark.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Two massively popular events hosted by Dog Days at Lake of the Ozarks have been cancelled, and the restaurant’s owners and management want fans to know why they made the call.
Big Thunder Marine, a Lake of the Ozarks boating company, has launched a new location at PGA Marina in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. with a focus on Fountain Center Consoles.
Video of the Trump Parade taken at the 9 Mile Marker across from Horseshoe Bend. Video courtesy of Kim Bayer
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — The owner of a Lake area bar & grill did the right thing when he closed his restaurant temporarily over Covid concerns, Camden County Health Department Director Bee Dampier says.
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LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — We have another hot week ahead of us with highs in the mid-80s - low-90s. There's a slight chance of rain on Monday through Monday night, followed by mostly sunny skies through Friday and a chance of showers and thunderstorms on Saturday and Sunday.
“They’re gonna turn, they’re gonna turn… and they didn’t. They hit it.”
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Two 21-year-old men—one of whom is Iowa starting safety Jack Koerner—were seriously injured on Friday evening, in a boat crash on the Lake.
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UPDATE: Missing teen has been found safe, according to the sheriff's office.
Tucked away in a gentle cove on Lake of the Ozarks’ 22MM, the Creole-influenced Shorty Pants restaurant has been a favorite among Lake locals and visitors for more than 15 years. The sound of waves rocking nearby docks mingled with zydeco streaming from overhead speakers melts the stress awa…
Tucked away in a gentle cove on Lake of the Ozarks’ 22MM, the Creole-influenced Shorty Pants restaurant has been a favorite among Lake locals and visitors for more than 15 years. The sound of waves rocking nearby docks mingled with zydeco streaming from overhead speakers melts the stress awa…
Tucked away in a gentle cove on Lake of the Ozarks’ 22MM, the Creole-influenced Shorty Pants restaurant has been a favorite among Lake locals and visitors for more than 15 years. The sound of waves rocking nearby docks mingled with zydeco streaming from overhead speakers melts the stress awa…
What is it that brings outdoorsmen and women alike back to the Lake of the Ozarks every weekend, from Memorial Day to Labor Day, rain or shine? What is it that draws these like-minded souls to commute for hours on end, year after year—many of whom share the same eventual goal of permanently …
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LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — It might be the best boating weather of the year. With clear skies, plenty of sunshine, and daytime highs in the mid-80s and nighttime lows in the mid-60s, this weekend is the perfect time to get outside and on the water!
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — Multiple people are facing assault charges—among others—after the Camden County Sheriff’s Office says they hit and blew snot at deputies who had placed them under arrest for DWI.
Many had wondered if the city of Eldon would be able to pull off their annual fireworks spectacular, in light of a previous deficit in the hundreds of thousands of dollars in the financials, followed by a devastating tornado, and COVID-19 shutdowns.
Summer is in full swing, and at Lake of the Ozarks, stay-at-home orders feel like a distant memory. One of the most-visited and most-recognizable spots at the Lake, Ha Ha Tonka State Park is the perfect local spot to explore and enjoy the outdoors.
An annual favorite summer event in Lake Ozark is back – Hot Summer Nights Cruise.
Fun in the sun gets even better at the Lake this week, as Big Surf Waterpark opens for the summer Friday, June 12.
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LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Torrential rainfall created flash-flooding conditions in some parts of the Lake area on Monday night and Tuesday morning, as Tropical Storm Cristobal drenched the center of the United States.
MILLER COUNTY – As construction continues at the site of a new interchange north of Osage Beach, lake traffic will soon be diverted to temporary bypasses that will require reduced speeds.
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CAMDENTON, Mo. — Around 100 protestors made their voices heard in front of the Camden County Courthouse on Sunday, June 7.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — It could have been worse: a Lakefront marina was saved from serious fire damage on Sunday, according to the Osage Beach Fire Protection District.
As a boater, every minute spent on Lake of the Ozarks is precious. Getting your boat in the Lake each season is a lot of hard work, but it’s all worth it once you’re cruising with friends and family and catching a breeze. Boating accessories abound, but here’s a short list of products built …
The recent market volatility has affected just about everybody’s financial and investment situations – so, if you were planning to retire soon, will it still be possible?
On Memorial Day, we predicted the national press about Lake of the Ozarks being wide-open for vacationers would bring more people here. Turns out that's exactly what happened! On Thursday, June 4, music superstars Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani enjoyed one of the most unique things about the…
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A longstanding boat dealership on the west side of the Lake of the Ozarks is changing hands: Advantage Marine has been bought by Premier 54 Motorsports. The dealership will be renamed Premier Advantage Marine.
CAMDENTON, Mo. — A protest has been planned at the Camdenton Square for the coming Sunday, related to the death of George Floyd and the Black Lives Matter movement. City officials are emphasizing their desire for it to be a peaceful affair.
The Camden County Commission is creating a new position for what was initially called a "Covid officer," and commissioners are now trying to dispel confusion about what that person will—and will not—be doing.
Looking for local brews at Lake of the Ozarks? Here's where to go.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — Two Osage Beach teens were hospitalized with serious injuries on Wednesday following a wild crash that sent their vehicle airborne, just after midnight.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — A 22-year-old Camdenton man was killed in the early hours of Tuesday, June 2, after crashing into a rock bluff along Highway 54.
