Monthly Archives: April 2009

Fight Cancer – Eat lots of food!

Eating lots of food is probably not a good idea all the time, but, in terms of fighting cancer, it can be an excellent idea if it is done at Chili’s Restaurant, 1150 Branson Hills Parkway on Tuesday May 5th between 4:00 p.m. and closing. Continue reading

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Hollister has founders, poker run and after glow

The City of Hollister will celebrate Founders Day on Saturday, May 2, 2009 beginning at 10:00 am. History, music, food and games will fill the… Continue reading

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DWI a Branson experience no one wants

The message is clear to both local residents and visitors alike driving in the Branson area, “Don’t drive while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.” Continue reading

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Branson’s Musical History: The Baldknobbers

The Baldknobbers Jamboree in Branson, Missouri, is really a history of music in Branson and the Ozarks. While the band doesn’t have washtubs or a jawbone anymore, the country music show that audiences enjoy each night adheres faithfully to the very beginnings Continue reading

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Dance Branson Stars to Perform at Branson’s Great American Pie Contest

Ten young local dancers from the Dance Branson Stars dance team have been selected to perform at the Great American Pie Contest, hosted by Al Roker, this Saturday, April 25th at 9:15am. Continue reading

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Special Branson Landing ceremony to honor Purple Heart Recipients

…but perhaps none will be more special to the heart beat of Branson than the “Hand-in-Hand Branson Honors Purple Heart Recipients,” an event honoring Continue reading

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“Start your ovens,” Branson’s Great American Pie Show is underway

Branson’s First Great American Pie Show is going to get a great start. The pie show’s guest celebrity judge, Al Roker, the meteorologist on the NBC “Today show,” will be broadcasting a number of live weather cut-ins… Continue reading

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The Twelve Irish Tenors – A special Branson entertainment experience

…”what happens” in this show is the presentation of some of the most beautiful, powerful and inspirational musical vocals one is likely to hear not only in Branson but anywhere. Continue reading

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Comedy is in Branson show genes

Comedy was part of the original foundation upon which two of Branson’s longest running shows were built and is no less important to those shows today than it was then. Continue reading

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Arbor Day Celebration at Branson Landing

The Arbor Day Celebration begins at 12:00 noon with a host of special guests, award presentations, great entertainment, FREE trees and much more. Continue reading

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Branson Landing not impacted by GGP Bankruptcy

The operation of Branson’s largest shopping attraction, Branson Landing, will not be effected by what is being described as one of the largest commercial real estate failures in history. Continue reading

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Historic downtown Branson celebrates “Plumb Nellie Days”

Branson’s Ozark Mountain Spring Festival covers over 40 different events. Some of those events such as …Others like Historic Downtown Branson’s “Plumb Nellie Days,” being celebrated May 15-17, are an ingrained part of Branson’s history and heritage.
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50’s At The Hop rocks to the rock and roll era

“50’s At The Hop” is an entertaining fast paced musical tribute to the rock and roll era music of the 50’s and “rocks” for all ages. Continue reading

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“Military Order of the Purple Heart” Joins Branson in Saluting Purple Heart Recipients

In an April 13 press release, the Military Order of the Purple Heart (MOPH) said it “is proud to announce its participation in the special salute to Purple Heart veterans by Branson.Com on April 24-25, 2009.” Continue reading

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12 finalists key ingredient in Branson’s Great American Pie show

The announcement of the 12 finalist the first Branson Great American Pie Show this week was a major key ingredient in the “making” of Branson’s first Great American Pie Show (Pie Show). Continue reading

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Resurfacing to cause traffic delays on Highway 265

Branson tourists and locals planning on using State Highway 265, a popular route to and from Branson’s Silver Dollar City and other points west of Silver Dollar City should plan for delays during the week of April 13. Continue reading

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Hollister celebrates Sixth Annual Founder’s Day Celebration

On Saturday, May 2, fun and history will permeate the day as the city of Hollister celebrates its Sixth Annual Founder’s Day. According to Rob Dixon, Executive Director of the Hollister Chamber of Commerce, “Beginning at 10:00 a.m… Continue reading

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Jim Stafford Show demonstrates why it’s celebrating 20th year

First and foremost, this is a show by a family for families that will hold the interest of not only adults, but kids. Everyone is on the edge of their seats wondering what Jim is going to come up with next. Continue reading

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Downtown Branson Main Street Association Director resigns

Dawn Erickson, The Downtown Branson Main Street Association’s (DBMA) director for the past year has resigned. Continue reading

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Wheel of Fortune Wheelmobile wheels into Branson

The “Wheel of Fortune’s “Wheelmobile” will be in Branson at the Welk Resort Theatre between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. on May 9 and 10 conducting the preliminary screening process before the final Wheel of Fortune contestant auditions.

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Branson’s “Broadway” – a spectacular entertainment experience

From beginning to end, this show has the audience enraptured with the beauty of its dancing, vocals, choreography, costume changes, and energy. Continue reading

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Branson area offers children a variety of Easter Egg Hunts and activities in 2009

It looks like Branson’s Easter Bunny is going to be acting more like the “Energizer Bunny” on April 11, 2009. He has no less than three scheduled appearances and three Easter Egg Hunts to get ready for the children Continue reading

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Five free “family friendly” things to do in Branson

Even in a value destination like Branson, there are free things families can do that will add even more value and stretch their vacation dollars farther.
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Ozark Mountain Spring’s April highlighted by Purple Hearts, pies and World-Fest

Branson is celebrating spring with a new community wide festival called “Ozark Mountain Spring”… April is the month during which Branson’s Ozark Mountain Spring really comes into full bloom.
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