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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — A defensive and reluctant Governor Mike Parson issued a stay-at-home order for Missourians, in an televised announcement on Friday, April 3, 2020. The order goes into eff…
Lake of the Ozarks has long been a favorite get away for people seeking refuge from their hectic lives. With an abundance of shoreline and scenery, it’s the perfect place to reflect, relax and…
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — The federal government is offering small businesses thousands of dollars in the form of grants, to help them cope with the fallout from the COVID-19 crisis, through p…
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — The Camden County Commission has penned a letter to the citizens of Camden County; in it, they praised the response of local healthcare personnel as well as businesses who…
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Summer is months away, but owners of Lake of the Ozarks marinas say they wouldn’t know it, as social distancing and sunny days have created the perfect conditions for…
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LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — With Friday night rain expected to end before noon on Saturday, this weekend is shaping up to be a beautiful one at the Lake!
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Two men are facing a heap of felony charges in multiple counties, after authorities say they allegedly broke into and/or burned down several commercial buildings over…
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — COVID-19 testing is increasing in the Lake of the Ozarks area, and as a result, the number of positive tests is increasing. Camden County has now seen 18 positive tests, w…
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — The cities of Camdenton and Osage Beach have tightened restrictions on public gatherings and ordered certain businesses to cease operations, in alignment with the order gi…
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OSAGE BEACH, Mo. — The Parkway Center, across from Lake Regional Hospital, has been seeing less action in the past several months, since the closure of the Woods Supermarket and Ezard’s Ace Ha…
LAKE OZARK, Mo. — Motorists in the Lake of the Ozarks area will see single lane closures next week near the site of a new interchange being constructed at U.S. Route 54, Business Route 54 and …
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The Lake of the Ozarks Marine Dealers Association announced today that as a result of the Center for Disease Control’s warnings against large gatherings, in an effort to prevent the spread of …
LAKE OZARK, Mo. – This past Friday at 7 p.m. was the first night of Loops on the Strip, a community-organized event to help battle the side effects of social distancing, namely cabin fever and…
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — As COVID-19 continues plowing through events small and large, the most popular fishing event at one of the most popular lakes in the nation has been cancelled.The Lak…
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — The Camden County Health Department issued a new order tightening social distancing requirements on Tuesday, after President Trump extended nationwide guidelines on Monday.
Camdenton Wal-Mart employees had a $500 budget for their celebration banquet. But during this time of social distancing, they opted to use the money to feed local kids in need.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — As COVID-19 testing and positive results increase, local schools have extended their closures through the end of April. The districts said their hope is to slow the s…
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Recent burglaries, thefts, and arsons in the Lake area have been linked, authorities say, and the Camden County Sheriff's Department has announced their first arrest …
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LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — High temperatures in the 60s are expected this week with a chance of rain on Monday night through Tuesday and then again this weekend.
SUNRISE BEACH, Mo. — Authorities are looking for Scott A. Gruber, 43, of Sunrise Beach, on three charges stemming from an alleged assault that took place on March 14.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — It’s the reason Ameren lowers the Lake level every winter: spring rains have arrived, and Bagnell Dam operators have been running the dam at full or near-full generat…
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Warm temperatures were accompanied by powerful winds blasting through the Lake area on Saturday and Sunday, and for two boaters the wind was more than their vessel co…
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — An event that has for 23 years signaled the start of the Lake of the Ozarks boating season has been cancelled, as coronavirus concerns extend into the month of May.
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(The Center Square) – President Donald Trump on Sunday said the federal government is extending to April 30 its guidelines on social distancing and other measures to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus that has killed more than 2,300 Americans.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — COVID-19 tests are ramping up, with the result of four new cases confirmed today, totaling eight with one death at the Lake of the Ozarks.
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More than half of people in many large countries think the restrictions on travel and mandates for self-isolation will not stop the spread of the coronavirus, according to the latest Ipsos survey.
Spring is officially here – and for many of us, that means it’s time for some spring cleaning around our homes and yards. But why stop there? This year, why not do some financial spring cleani…
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — The Lake of the Ozarks region has seen its first COVID-19-related death, according to the Camden County Health Department. The Health Department also reported three new po…
OSAGE BEACH, Mo. — Lake Regional Health System has announced it will begin drive-thru testing for COVID-19 on Monday, March 30. Testing will be done by appointment only; no walk-ins will be ac…
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LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — With Friday night rain expected to end before noon on Saturday, this weekend is shaping up to be a beautiful one at the Lake!
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — The Camden County Health Department has confirmed the second positive case of COVID-19 in Camden County. The individual is an adult, in their 50’s with no travel history. …
LAKE OZARK, Mo. — The City of Lake Ozark is concerned about claims that some local businesses have been disregarding rules about 10-person maximums and social distancing. Most businesses have …
The newest season of Ozark—Season 3—is out, and binge-watching on the couch is 100% social-distancing approved.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — The Camden County Commission is pointing local small businesses to a place where they can get help, as many suffer financial difficulties during the COVID-19 shutdowns.
The Community Foundation of the Ozarks is committing $1 million in charitable funding to its COVID-19 Response and Recovery Fund to support nonprofit agencies affected by the coronavirus outbreak.
A man who was fatally shot by an FBI agent this week in Belton was the subject of a months-long domestic terrorism investigation led by federal authorities, the FBI said in a statement Wednesday.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Boating is central to life at Lake of the Ozarks, so it may come as no surprise that even amid the temporary coronavirus slowdown nationwide, boat dealers say they're still busy.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. – With most of our community currently in a state of concern or even panic, acts of kindness continue to brighten the recent dreary days at the Lake.
If you are feeling stressed, you are not alone. Between the presidential election in the U.S., the wildly fluctuating equity markets, and COVID-19, even the normally stoic are feeling a little anxious. Our hearts go out to those who have been impacted, especially those impacted by COVID-19. …
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. – Many locals have recently started practicing social distancing to combat the spread of COVID-19. Events are cancelled or postponed, school is out, and people are starting to feel stir crazy. During times of wide-spread crisis, ingenuity and a strong sense of communi…
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — There has only been one confirmed case of COVID-19 in Camden County—in fact, it's the only one at Lake of the Ozarks, as of Wednesday afternoon, March 25. Those most likely to have been exposed due to that patient have been notified, and the county health department has …
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Governor Mike Parson has requested that President Donald J. Trump approve a major disaster declaration for the entire state of Missouri to provide federal assistance for state and local COVID-19 pandemic preparedness and emergency response efforts.
In a matter of days, COVID-19 has changed everything. And while plenty of businesses have temporarily closed and events have been canceled or rescheduled, the Lake of the Ozarks offers COVID-proof opportunities to enjoy what people enjoy here, year-round: the great outdoors.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — The Camdenton R-III School District is giving students a chance to connect to Wi-Fi, on their school-issued devices.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — Health officials investigating the first confirmed case of COVID-19 in the Lake of the Ozarks area say they have an idea of where that person may have traveled while they were contagious. However, according to Camden County Health Director Bee Dampier, there was a "very …
“We are taking aggression action to flatten the curve and protect our most vulnerable brothers and sisters.”
In order to protect the health and safety of Camden County’s senior citizens as well as those with underlying health concerns, the Camden County Commission has established a Coronavirus Community Hotline phone number. This is a new program, specifically created to enable groceries and medici…
COLUMBIA, Mo. — The residents of Columbia and Boone County will be under a month-long, stay-at-home order beginning 8 a.m., Wednesday, March 25.
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and the Missouri Conservation Commission have announced they are temporarily waiving permit requirements for sport fishing and daily trout tags for Missouri residents and nonresidents whose fishing privileges are not otherwi…
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CAMDENTON, Mo. — Fire destroyed a commercial building in Camdenton, early Tuesday morning.
SPRINGFIELD — There's no doubt Bill Babler's 40-pound, 6-ounce brown trout is a monster that smashed the previous Missouri brown trout record by nearly six pounds.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — The COVID-19 crisis has affected people and businesses in widely varying ways. And at the Lake, while businesses in the vacation industry and service/retail sector temporarily close their doors and seek to stave off losses, others are still in full-swing.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. – On Friday, March 20, 2020, the Tri-County Lodging Board of Directors approved postponing the Annual Meeting and Advisory Board Elections until Wednesday, May 27th, 2020. Also, the regularly scheduled monthly Advisory Board meeting scheduled for Wednesday, March 25th…
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — An angler found his boat sinking beneath him on Saturday morning, March 21.
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LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Though it looks like we have another rainy week ahead of us, warmer temperatures are expected.
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Through a new statewide order that began Monday, Governor Mike Parson has shut down restaurant dining rooms, banned non-emergency visits to nursing homes and senior facilities, closed all schools, and prohibited any gathering of more than 10 people. Restaurants will sti…
In response to the growing concerns of COVID-19 and out of an abundance of caution, Central Bank of Lake of the Ozarks will offer drive-thru banking services and restrict branch lobby access at Central Bank of Lake of the Ozarks until further notice. Central Bank's Walmart facilities will be…
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The U.S. Small Business Administration has approved Missouri’s request for assistance through the federal agency’s disaster loan program. This move makes low interest disaster loans available to small businesses and private non-profits severely impacted by the Coronavir…
LAKE OZARK, Mo. — The Lake of the Ozarks Community Bridge, often referred to as “the toll bridge,” will not be collecting tolls temporarily in response to the COVID crisis.
St. Louis Issues ‘Stay Home’ Order For A Month; Here’s What That Means
Kansas City and its surrounding counties will be subject to a stay-at-home order effective Tuesday morning in an effort to stop the spread of the novel coronavirus, Mayor Quinton Lucas announced Saturday.
More than 100 people in Missouri have now tested positive for the novel coronavirus, state health officials reported Sunday.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — The Camden County Health Department is investigating the first confirmed case of the Coronavirus COVID-19 at Lake of the Ozarks.
The Lake of the Ozarks community boasts a wealth of professionals and even celebrities: from golf, fishing, boating, college and pro sports, and even world-class chefs. But one renowned pro who has been missing in action lately is World Champion angler Dion Hibdon.
It’s important to have cash available for your everyday spending and the inevitable rainy day. However, you also need to develop a cash strategy that can contribute to your long-term financial success. But just how much cash do you need? And in what form?
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — Lake Regional Health System says they have enough masks for the increased demand and diligence required with the coronavirus pandemic. But testing kits are still scarce.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — It's uncertainty piled on uncertainty, for businesses reeling from the coronavirus fallout.
Camden Sheriff's Office: 'Businesses Will Be Held Accountable' For Violating Health Department Order
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — The Camden County Commission and Camden Health Department have made public gatherings of more than 10 people illegal, through at least the end of the month. But does the emergency law have teeth?
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Students glad of extra time off school now have another reason to cheer: Missouri has cancelled standardized testing for the school year.
OSAGE BEACH, Mo. — To protect patients and families during the national coronavirus containment effort, Lake Regional Hospital is not allowing visitors, except in a few specific situations.Beginning Friday, March 20, Lake Regional has eliminated all visitations except the following:• Pediatr…
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The Departments of Health and Senior Services and Social Services are temporarily relaxing regulations, to assist child care providers and families during the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Governments at the Lake—at the city and county level—are closing their buildings to the public, temporarily, or otherwise asking people to avoid using them.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — The Camden County Commission and County Health Department Administrator Tonda "Bee" Dampier announced new restrictions on Thursday afternoon, effectively reducing many public spaces to a maximum of 10 people until the end of March, and then to no more than 49 people for …
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — On Wednesday, March 18, Missouri Governor Mike Parson signed an executive order postponing Missouri's municipal elections—originally set for April 7, 2020—until June 2, 2020.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — A firearms business in Montreal, Mo. was damaged during an attempted burglary last night, and authorities are asking the public's help in catching the alleged perpetrators.
Ameren Missouri is providing $1 million to help lower-income Missourians pay their electric bill during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — This weekend will be starting off chilly, yet clear and sunny!
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — From the capitol on Wednesday afternoon, Missouri Governor Mike Parson announced the state has seen its first confirmed death as a result of COVID-19/coronavirus. Parson made the announcement during a special press conference.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Parts of the Lake area are under a Flash Flood Watch for most of Thursday, as several rounds of showers and thunderstorms move through the region.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — The Osage Beach Outlet Mall will be temporarily closing, as Simon announced it would be closing all its malls in response to the COVID-19/coronavirus pandemic.
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As people's lives, schedules, plans and budgets are upended by the closures resulting from the COVID-19/coronavirus pandemic, Lake area schools that have closed are still committed to feeding their students.
In a big red barn, down Route KK in Osage Beach, there’s a whole lot of space, and a whole lot of history.
School of the Osage has joined the wave of other schools across the region, state, and nation who will close for multiple weeks due to the Coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic.
Lake of the Ozarks restaurants are making adjustments in light of the coronavirus crackdown: they're offering more ways for people to enjoy their food, without coming in.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Following the news Monday about a man in Camdenton who tipped his waitress $2,500, another Lake area restaurant owner says a customer did something similar at his establishment.
Starting Wednesday, March 18, Morgan County R-II (Versailles) school district will be closed.
The group meal program and activities conducted by Aging Best for Lake area senior centers have been suspended through the end of the month.
Regardless of how well you store and take care of your boat, seat upholstery and padding inevitably become worn and ratty from sunlight, water spray, extreme weather, falling branches and more.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — Lake area residents will have to welcome spring without some of the traditional festivities, as concerns about COVID-19 coronavirus grind more event plans to a halt.The Dogwood Festival Committee agreed to postpone the 70th annual event from April to a later date. T…
To do what it can to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, LAMB House, an ecumenical food pantry and thrift store, will not be operating as usual for the next couple weeks.
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. — “We have not taken this decision lightly,” said Camdenton R-III Superintendent Tim Hadfield on Monday, March 16, in an announcement to district families that schools would be closed, tentatively reopening Monday, April 6. The closure will begin immediately, with no class…