NOAA: July 2026 Was Hottest Month on Record in Contiguous U.S.
July 2026 was the hottest month ever recorded across the contiguous United States, according to new data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Consumer Prices Rise Slightly in July as Gasoline Costs Fall
U.S. consumer prices rose 0.1% in July while gasoline prices fell 2.9%, according to new federal inflation data.
Heat Advisory Expands, Extended
The National Weather Service has expanded the Heat Advisory for all of the Lakes Region and extended it until the end of the week.
Eugene Raymond “Gene” Fischer
In Loving Memory of Eugene Raymond “Gene” Fischer
Wanda Marie Parton
Wanda Marie Parton, 84, of Gassville, Arkansas
Heat Exhaustion vs. Heat Stroke
As the heatwave continues through the Ozarks, the National Weather Services releases information on the differences between two heat illnesses. According to their release, signs of Heat Exhaustion include dizziness, thirst, heavy sweating, nausea, and weakness. Individuals with heat exhaustion should move to a cool area, loosen clothing, and sip water. Untreated head exhaustion could […]
Area Health Departments Monitoring Rise in Cyclosporiasis Cases
As cases of food borne viruses continue to spread across the country, area and state health departments continue to monitor the situation locally. According to the information posted Monday by the Arkansas Department of Health, 252 cases have been reported statewide including 24 in Boone County and 11 in Carroll County. In Missouri, the Department […]
Heat Advisory Expands into Arkansas
The Heat Advisory that began in southern Missouri continues until Wednesday while a new Heat Advisory has been issued for the border counties in northern Arkansas.
Longtime Silver Dollar City Fiddler Violet Hensley Passes Away
A woman who was a legend for all her years at Silver Dollar City has passed away.
How Parents and Guardians can help Protect Children from Online Threats
The Harrison Police Department releases information on the role parents and guardians can play in the ever increasing threat to young people through online interactions.
Arlene Rita DuBois, age 80, of Branson, Missouri,
Arlene Rita DuBois, age 80, of Branson, Missouri, passed away August 3, 2026, with family by her side. She entered this life August 16, 1945, the daughter of Frank and Rose (Leyba) DuBois in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Kathleen Ann Weeks
Kathleen Ann Weeks, 80, of Forsyth, Missouri, passed away August 2, 2026, Forsyth Nursing and Rehab.
Kathleen was born on June 5, 1946, at Kansas City, Missouri, to Marvin and Callie (Letcher) Hackett. She grew up and attended Amsterdam, MO. schools later moving to the Ozarks in 1993.