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The Shepherd of the Hills Celebrates Centennial

The Shepherd of the Hills Historic Homestead and Old Mill Theatre in Branson will celebrate the centennial anniversary of the 1907 publication of the literary phenomenon, Harold Bell Wright’s, “The Shepherd of the Hills,” on July 6-8, 2007. Continue reading

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Branson – A fresh water fisherman’s paradise!

From cold water fishing for trout to warm water fishing for bass,crappie, catfish, and pan fish etc. Branson offers it all and with a convenience and quality of fishing that is unsurpassed anywhere! Continue reading

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July Is Beach Boys Month At The RFD-TV The Theatre

An American classic rock and roll band, the Beach Boys have recorded 26 U.S. Top 40 hits, selling more singles and albums than any other American rock band in history. Continue reading

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The Branson Landing’s “shoppertainment” ads a new dimension to Branson Tourism

Five years in the making, spanning nearly 100 pristine waterfront acres, the $420 million premier tourism destination mixes entertainment, eateries and exceptional shopping opportunities into a unique fun filled shoppertainment experience. Continue reading

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Branson’s Silver Dollar City’s National Kids’ Fest Beats the Heat with Circus of the Century – On Ice

Silver Dollar City’s National Kids’ Fest, June 9 – August 12, brings together a new show with acrobats, clowns and performing animals on ice, an activity center by an award-winning creativity-for-kids brand and the flash and style of a basketball world-re Continue reading

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All New Audio Tour at Branson’s Titanic Museum Attraction

Guests of the World’s Largest TITANIC Museum Attraction can now experience the tragic and heroic story of Titanic like never before on the all-new TITANIC Audio Tour featuring stories told by actual Titanic survivors.
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Tradition of Heros – Armed Forces Day Ceremony

Armed Forces Day, a tradition of heroes, will be commemorated in Branson on Saturday, May 19, at 9:45 a.m. in the fountain area at Branson Landing with Col. Steve Danner of… Continue reading

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Silver Dollar City’s Bluegrass & BBQ

From bluegrass stars to blue ribbon sauces, Silver Dollar City’s Bluegrass & BBQ showcases the best in roots music and outdoor grilling, all at the Midwest’s largest bluegrass festival May 12 through June 3. “With headliners like Ricky Skaggs, Rhonda Vinc Continue reading

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American Idol Taylor Hicks Coming To Branson’s Welk Resort Theatre On July 30

The 2006 American Idol, Taylor Hicks, is coming to Branson’s Welk Resort Theatre for one concert on Monday, July 30 at 8 p.m. Tickets will go on sale Friday, May 11 at 8:30 a.m. at the Welk Resort Theatre Box Office, by phone at 417-337-7469, Continue reading

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Branson Busts Gas Prices Again

The Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce/CVB is responding to increasing gas prices by offering visitors to Branson a Gas Buster discount card, accepted at dozens of live shows, area attractions, lodging properties, retail shops and restaurants, worth a Continue reading

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Local Business Focus – Southtown Spirits

Southtown Spirits carries a large selection of rare and hard to find wines and vintages. They also carry a huge selection of imported and domestic beers. Continue reading

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Branson’s Braschler Music Show end 23 year Branson run

After 23 years, the Braschler Music Show has officially announced it will close. Although it was not an easy decision, the Braschler family, cast and crew felt it was the… Continue reading

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BRANSONFEST 2007 Boasts hundreds of entertainers

Springtime in Branson kicks off with five days of family fun with world-class performers, genuine Ozarks cuisine, and a host of local artisans and craftsmen. This 15th annual event will truly give visitors a taste of what Branson is all about.

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Silver Dollar City’s latest thrill ride, “The Giant Swing” opens Apr. 5

7-Story Swing with Roller-Coaster Speed and Barn-Bursting, High-Flying, Super-Swooping Thrills!
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14th Annual IMAX FilmFest, Mar. 9-Apr. 19, 2007

…four brand new films that touch on all sorts of different subjects – traveling to worldly destinations, exploring Mars, mountain climbing in Africa and rebuilding after Katrina.”
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Whisper Cove – Branson’s newest and most unique Table Rock Lake development

A mixed-use residential resort development on Table Rock Lake off Highway 265 between Table Rock Dam and Highway 376. The development is only two miles from Branson’s entertainment and attractions and provides the closest Table Rock Lake area access point Continue reading

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Branson’s newest show “Music Makes the World Go Round” opens in April

The show is an interactive production, a visual and audio tour around the world featuring the music, dances and vistas of several of the most beautiful countries of the world. The second half shows the diversity of several… Continue reading

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Table Rock Lakes shoreline doesn’t clean itself

The Table Rock Lake Shoreline Cleanup will be held on Saturday, April 7, 2007. This annual event is extremely important in keeping the local waterways clean and more enjoyable for… Continue reading

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A real soap opera for Branson – Branson to be featured in CBS’s “As The World Turns”

The Emmy Award winning day drama, “As The World Turns,” will be taping on location in “The Live Music Show Captial of the World,” Branson, Missouri on June 6-8, 2007 for episodes to air in July. In the story line for the segments Gwen, Will and Maddie com Continue reading

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Don Gabriel, longtime Branson friend, has gone home to be with the Lord

“To God’s faithful servant, ‘Who has kept the faith and finished the course. Now there is laid up for you a crown of righteousness.’ II Timothy 4:7-8.” Continue reading

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Sandberg new Corps’ project manager for Table Rock Lake

The new operations project manager at the Army Corps of Engineers’ Table Rock Lake replaces Ken Foersterling who retired Continue reading

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Titanic will light the way and rocket Branson into 2007!

The World’s Largest Titanic Museum Attraction will launch a new family tradition as it hosts its first live New Year’s Eve Countdown with a twist on New York City’s famed ball drop in Times Square. Continue reading

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The Great Passion goes “Beyond Dickens” to celebrate Christmas

This unique Christmas experience takes visitors from a Victorian street scene, right out of a Charles Dickens’ novel, into first century Bethlehem. Hear the sights & sounds of the very first Christmas.
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Branson’s 13th Veterans Homecoming Nov. 5 – 11

More than 50,000 veterans and their families are expected to attendthe nation’s largest Veterans Day event to be held Nov. 5-11 in Branson, Mo. Continue reading

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Silver Dollar City’s nationally “An Old Time Christmas” starts Nov. 4

Branson visitors may see this nationally acclaimed Christmas Festival, complete with a Holiday Light Parade daily, four Million Lights, ‘A Dickens’ Christmas Carol,’ … Continue reading

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B.J. Thomas & Billy Joe Royal “Raindrops to Boondocks” Tour –

Branson’s Welk Resort Theatre Sep. 23 for one performance only. B.J. Thomas, one of the most recognized and respected voices of the American musical landscape, and Billy Joe Royal, best known for his country-flavored rock hit “Down In The Boondocks,”… Continue reading

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Branson’s Titanic and Les Brown Jr. together – history, music and dance

This one-night only music and dance celebration includes… Continue reading

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Tanya Tucker Returns to Branson’s Grand Palace

Legendary superstar Tanya Tucker will perform… on Saturday, Sep. 23 and Sunday, Oct. 8th at 8 p.m.

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Don Williams at Branson’s Grand Palace August 17

The Final Farewell Tour of Legendary Country Music Star Don William

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Pat Benatar At Branson’s Moon River Theatre August 27

Pat Benatar, one of the most recognized, admired and popular rock performers, will appear at the Andy Williams Moon River Theatre in Branson… Continue reading

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Branson new magical experience – Justin Flom at the new Magic Parlor & Imaginary

A unique magical show featuring Justin Flom Branson’s youngest headline magician. Continue reading

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Creedence Clearwater Revisited at Branson’s Welk Resort Theatre

On Sep. 17, Creedence Clearwater Revival founding members and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame members Stu Cook and Doug “Cosmo” Clifford are … Continue reading

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Branson’s Liverpool Legends to Help Raise Funds for Joplin Humane Society

…makes Liverpool Legends the only Beatles Tribute in the world with a direct biological link to the original Fab Four. Continue reading

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Kids Fest Goes Wild at Silver Dollar City

New shows with Grizzly Bears, Siberian Tigers to Extreme Parrots and Dock-Diving Dogs…

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Crystal Gayle, Lee Greenwood to perform a special “Feed The Children” Branson Concert

On Monday, Jul. 17 at 8:– p.m. at the Welk Resort Theatre in Branson. Continue reading

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Corps’ Little Rock District bans kite tubing on Branson area lakes

Ban on Branson area lakes will remain in affect until the safety can be better assured! Continue reading

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Wild Eye Ranch’s 3rd Annual Chuck Wagon Race Draws People to Branson

..over 100 racing teams expected for the 3rd Annual Chuckwagon Races begining July 12, 2006.
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Jack Dawson Adds Showboat to Inspirational Collection,

Noted Missouri artist Jack Dawson has created an original inspirational painting of the Showboat Branson Belle… Continue reading

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Eureka Springs’ The Great Passion Play Receives Major Art Collection

collection of original Christian-themed art by American artist Harry Antis. Continue reading

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Billy Ray Cyrus in Branson Sep.2

Billy Ray Cyrus will perform at the Andy Williams Moon River Theatre in Branson… Continue reading

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Annual Persimmon Hill Farm Blueberry Festival & Gospel Fest

Experience the real Ozarks and have a unique experience for a good cause! Continue reading

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Branson Landing – Our Doors Are Open…Come On In!

Branson Landing opens first wave of tenants for Memorial Weekend Visitors.

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Showboat Branson Belle: Authentic Paddlewheeler, Elegant Dining and Live Talking Dogs

…nation’s largest ship cruising a landlocked lake, elegant dining and a spectacular show…
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Branson, Missouri Busts Gas Price Woes

Chamber of Commerce Gives Discount Card in Exchange for Gas Receipts Continue reading

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8th Annual Main Street 3 on 3 Hoops

3-on-3 Basketball, Saturday, April 29, 2006 in Downtown Branson. Divisions for every skill level and ages. Continue reading

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14 th Annual Branson Fest April 4-8

Branson’s premier festival for food, fun and entertainment, has been named a Top 100 North American Event… Continue reading

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Silver Dollar City’s World-Fest Presents World-Renowned Moscow Circus

One of the worlds largest invternational festivals Apr. 6 through May 7 with grand opening of the Grand Exposition on Apr. 6…
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Branson Chambers “most excellent” overview of what’s new in Branson for 2006!

Branson, Missouri..an unprecedented variety of live entertainment and vacation thrills! Continue reading

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Branson Hot Winter Fun Events

Hot Winter Fun in Branson is filled with all sorts of Special…. Continue reading

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2006 Grammy Winner, B.B. King to perform in Branson for two performances

2006 Grammy Winner B.B. King performs at the Welk Resort Theatre in Branson February 18th at 8 p.m. and Sunday February 19th at 3 p.m. Continue reading

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Jim Barber to perform at 2006 Academy Awards Ceremonies

…was chosen by the event producers to provide the comedy entertainment for this years gala dinner. … Continue reading

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New Book byBranson Area Author Goes Politically Incorrect over Taboo Topics

Author Demands Christians Stop ‘Playing Church’… Continue reading

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Pearl Harbor Day ceremony downtown Branson

…ceremony at 11 a.m. on the Lake Taneycomo lakefront… Continue reading

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Eureka Springs Great Passion Play Grounds Light Up For Christmas

“Beyond Dickens” is fast-becoming a must-experience event for the whole family. Continue reading

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New for 2006 – Silver Dollar City’s The Grand Exposition

10 New Family Rides in an All-New Area That Brings to Life New Adventures in the Past Continue reading

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Branson’s Silver Dollar City Presents “An Old Time Christmas” Nov.5-Dec.30

Featuring Special Performances by the “Vienna Boys Choir …. Continue reading

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Branson’s Silver Dollar City holds Biggest ever “Festival of American Music & Crafts”

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Winners of Branson’s 18th Annual Olde Time Fiddle Festival

Olde Time Fiddle Festival…fiddlers from seven states…took home over $4,000 in cash prizes and trophies. Continue reading

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Branson’s Gas Buster Program expanded and extended through Oct. 31

Spend $20 on gas getting to Branson- getup to $50 in discounts. Continue reading

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Branson’s 18th Annual Olde Time Fiddle Festival

…encourage more young people to learn about this wonderful instrument and the old time fiddle melodies. Continue reading

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Major changes to Branson’s Christmas Festival of Lights in 2005

Goes to free multi location driving tour format. Continue reading

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Shepherd’s Super Summer Cruise Roars into Branson

year’s event will be held August 11-14, 2005.
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Branson’s newest show- – Act of God

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Uncle Sam Days and the Presidents at Branson’s American Presidential Museum

July 1st ­ 4th…a variety of activities for children including arts and crafts, face painting… Continue reading

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Acrobats of China (New Shanghai Circus) to Perform at Tri-Lakes Center

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Branson welcomes Tanya Tucker for two performances with Larry Gatlin & The Gatlin Brothers

Two performances on On June 2 for “Feed the Children.” Continue reading

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Young performers head to Branson for 2005 America Kids Regional Competition

May 30 at the Hamner-Barber Theatre statting at 10:30. Continue reading

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T.G. Sheppard returns to Branson

…for two concerts, Friday, June 3, and Friday, June 17, at 8 p.m.
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BRANSON RECEIVES TREE CITY USA GROWTH AWARD

…so we can pass on an enduring heritage of a vital natural resource … Continue reading

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Jim Stafford new 2005 show full of “Comedy with Heart…and Strings!”

Jim Stafford… a master at portraying the human spirit Continue reading

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Persimmon Hill Farm, a homegrown taste of the Ozarks

A neat family experience, picking top quality berries and fruit in the scenic lakeside country near Branson. Continue reading

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Silver Dollar City’s World-Fest

…world-class entertainment…April 7 – May 15…over 200 performers from five continents… Continue reading

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Branson is full of surprise in 05

New attractions, shows, trails, and excitment … Continue reading

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Two veterans observances this weekend

…Vietnam Peace Accord and Four Chaplains Sunday in two separate ceremonies this weekend.
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Blueberry Brunch & Gospel Fest at Persimmon Hill Farm

…on Saturday, June 4, at Persimmon Hill Farm in Lampe from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Continue reading

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Branson’s Silver Dollar City Kids’ Fest is Colorful Blast

America’s largest kids’ festival ramps up the action with new shows,… Continue reading

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Branson Landing hires local trio to spearhead opening year entertainment

…to contribute some ideas to help create that fun, family atmosphere and experience… Continue reading

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