Monthly Archives: June 2009

Grand Opening For Jim Bakker’s Morningside

Posted on June 30, 2009 by Special Release to Branson Courier

…he grand opening of Morningside, the residential community that is home to televangelist Jim Bakker. Morningside is a residential project on 560 acres… Continue reading →

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Vietnam POW/MIAs Memorial Wall of the United States Branson dedication scheduled

Posted on June 28, 2009 by Special Release to Branson Courier

The Vietnam POW/MIAs Memorial Wall of the United States will be dedicated in a ceremony on July 4 at 10 a.m. at the Branson Mall in the Veterans Walk of Fame. Continue reading →

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Mishka bears all at Branson show

Posted on June 26, 2009 by Gary Groman aka The Ole Seagull

On June 23, “Mishka the Russian Bears” started their limited engagement at Yakov’s Moscow Circus. Continue reading →

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Three fun ways to stay cool and beat the heat in Branson

Posted on June 25, 2009 by Gary Groman aka The Ole Seagull

ccording to Paul Miller, General Manager, Branson Tourism Center, is that Branson has lots of ways to stay cool and beat the heat of summer. “Three that can really cool off Branson visitors… Continue reading →

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Annual Downtown Branson Piccadilly Gala/Auction to be held

Posted on June 24, 2009 by Special Release to Branson Courier

The Downtown Branson Main Street Association’s 2nd Annual Piccadilly Gala will be held on Thursday, October 15, 2009 at the Branson Convention Center in Branson, MO. Continue reading →

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Cruising Branson’s Lakes

Posted on June 23, 2009 by Gary Groman aka The Ole Seagull

For those who might want to slow down, relax, and have a unique entertainment experience, a cruise on one of Branson’s two major lakes, Table Rock Lake or Lake Taneycomo might just fill the bill. Continue reading →

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Redhead Express moves to Dutton Family Theatre

Posted on June 22, 2009 by Gary Groman aka The Ole Seagull

The Walker Family a.k.a. the “Redhead Express””will be performing at the Dutton Family Theatre starting on July 6, at 2:00 p.m. ” Continue reading →

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Original unique new Branson kid’s show will “Rock U Mentally LIVE!”

Posted on June 19, 2009 by Gary Groman aka The Ole Seagull

An inspiring show features exciting original music, awesome choreography, larger than life costumed characters, a thrilling… Continue reading →

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Branson’s Central Pro Am partners with Professional Anglers Association

Posted on June 19, 2009 by Special Release to Branson Courier

The Professional Anglers Association has joined forces with the Central Pro Am Association to offer a one of a kind opportunity for anglers fishing Central Pro Am in 2010. Continue reading →

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Branson KOA reopens with $500 thousand renovation

Posted on June 16, 2009 by Press Release edited by Gary J. Groman a.k.a. The Ole Seagull

The KOA reopening involves over $500,000 of renovations and improvements. Owners Ralph and Kim Newell realize the importance of upgrading to meet the needs of today’s campe Continue reading →

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What a country, what a show, what a man, and what fun

Posted on June 16, 2009 by Gary Groman aka The Ole Seagull

From its “Star Spangled” beginning the audience at the Yakov Smirnoff Show knows they are in for something special. Yakov’s unique blend of humor, variety, personality, natural unforced patriotism Continue reading →

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Branson’s White Water hosts “Care for Kids”Benefit

Posted on June 15, 2009 by Gary Groman aka The Ole Seagull

The Silver Dollar City Foundation is sponsoring a benefit for the Foundation’s “Care For Kids” program at Branson’s White Water on Saturday, June 20th, from 3:00p.m to8:00 p.m. Continue reading →

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Letterman jokes, Letcherman drools and Branson cartoonist cartoons.

Posted on June 14, 2009 by Reference

Cartoon by Branson, MO cartoonist John Logan regarding his opinion of the jokes David Letterman told about Sara Palin’s daughter. Continue reading →

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Central Pro-Am Association partners with Professional Anglers Association

Posted on June 13, 2009 by Gary Groman aka The Ole Seagull

In striving to give its fishermen a better fishing experience the CPAA has just announced a partnership with one of the fastest growing fishing associations in the country, the Professional Anglers Association (PAA). Continue reading →

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Will Branson show bare it all?

Posted on June 12, 2009 by Gary Groman aka The Ole Seagull

There is an unconfirmed rumor going around Branson that “Yakov’s Moscow Circus” will bare it all on or about June 23. Continue reading →

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Branson celebrates Fourth of July with multiple fireworks displays

Posted on June 11, 2009 by Gary Groman aka The Ole Seagull

Branson, Missouri “the Live Music Show Capital of the World,” will be celebrating America’s Independence Day and the Fourth of July with a number of fireworks displays and celebrations. Continue reading →

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56 year Hollister 4th of Juy Fireworks Tradition continues

Posted on June 10, 2009 by Special Release to Branson Courier

The City of Hollister celebrates its 56th year of spectacular firework shows. This 4th of July Show has become an annual tradition, with many families and visitors… Continue reading →

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Neal McCoy in limited Branson engagement

Posted on June 10, 2009 by Special Release to Branson Courier

Neal McCoy, country music superstar and two-time Entertainer of the Year, brings his show to Yakov’s Theatre in Branson MO. Neal McCoy’s show opens on June 16 at 8:00pm and runs through November 1. Continue reading →

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JEERK featured at Silver Dollar City’s KidsFest

Posted on June 9, 2009 by Gary Groman aka The Ole Seagull

In terms of fun and excitement, Silver Dollar City’s “Kidsfest” running from June 6 through August 9…the first U.S. performance of JEERK, a Swedish super group Continue reading →

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First step on a walk into Branson’s history

Posted on June 8, 2009 by Gary Groman aka The Ole Seagull

Oh, most people see the parking lot and public restroom, but don’t realize that they are looking at the very spot where “It all started.” Continue reading →

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Choices Branson air travelers make can cost time and money

Posted on June 8, 2009 by Gary Groman aka The Ole Seagull

The good news for Branson air travelers is that in doing so it forced the air carriers flying into SFG to lower their fares to compete. The result is competitive lower airfares for travelers flying into Branson. Continue reading →

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Persimmon Hill Blueberry Festival and Music Fest

Posted on June 5, 2009 by Special Release to Branson Courier

Blueberry cobblers and music are part of the Blueberry Festival at Persimmon Hill Farm on Saturday, June 6 as the blueberry season launches at Persimmon Hill Farm in Lampe. Continue reading →

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Peter Pan helps Special Kids Fly in Branson

Posted on June 4, 2009 by Press Release edited by Gary J. Groman a.k.a. The Ole Seagull

Recently, five-year-old Parker Strobeck wasn’t too sure he wanted to fly.But when the star of the show, Cathy Rigby, came out dressed as Peter Pan, Strobeck changed his mind. Continue reading →

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Branson’s unique tourism tripod

Posted on June 2, 2009 by Gary Groman aka The Ole Seagull

Yet, if Branson were a camera sitting on a tripod, it would be supported by the three legs Branson’s Shows, Silver Dollar City, and Table Rock Lake. Continue reading →

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