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All CategoriesA Day to Remember in Lead HillFor most of us, Memorial Day 2012 Lead Hill marks the beginning of a season of summer fun. But don’t let the real meaning of the holiday get lost amidst the barbecues and beach... Read more...Update on alleged police brutalityThe saga continues surrounding what began as a routine suspected drunken driving stop in Crane last week. A lawsuit has since been filed by the two Stone County sheriff’s... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Willow Rosenthal Helps City Slickers Become Urban FarmersThis local hero turned empty lots into blooming plots to help revitalize a community and created a model that city officials hope will be duplicated nationally. When Willow... Read more...Video purported to show police brutality in Stone CountyAccording to attorneys for several defendants recently charged with resisting arrest or assaulting law enforcement, this video shows unprovoked brutality on the part of at least... Read more...Last day at the BTLNSo yesterday was my last day reporting for my first real gig, the Branson Tri-Lakes News. That means today is my first day unemployed and officially on the hunt for a new job on... Read more...Parting wordsIt’s a bittersweet time for me, as I’m announcing my last week at the Branson Tri-Lakes News. My wife and I are moving back to the Portland, Ore., area after she... Read more...The Comets — still tickingSometimes, I have to just be thankful for what a cool job I have. That happened this week, when I got to sit down for an interview with two of the original players for Bill Haley... Read more...Taney County library coalition seeks supportA group that supports a countywide public library system in Taney County, Mo., will hold a planning session Thursday, April 19, at 7:00 p.m. at the Taneyhills Community Library in... Read more...Report drafted on Tim Storms world record attemptIt was nice to be able to have in the news this week a story about on a music performer setting a new low that didn’t involve drug overdoses, drunken misconduct or rocky... Read more...The story behind the Grand Palace story“What’s going on with The Grand Palace?” That question, referring to the largest seating-capacity theater in Branson, Mo., was one I heard quite a few times... Read more...This Week: State Senate race, Branson football team?It’s been pretty busy at the paper the past couple weeks, so I haven’t posted in a while. A few of my favorite pieces appearing in Saturday’s issue were a... Read more...County caucus kicks offThe Missouri GOP began its process of selecting a presidential nominee for real this week, with the start of county caucuses. Although caucuses have long been part of the... Read more...BHS Musical Beauty and the Beast Opens March 1from:Branson Public SchoolsClick here for Auditorium Seating Chart Email Read more...New High School Parking Proceduresfrom:Branson Public SchoolsIf you pick up your High School student after class each day or you have a High School driver, the two new construction projects on campus will cause your afternoon routine to be... Read more...Titanic Branson Selected as Sole Exhibitor of Unsinkable Molly Brown’s Privately Held Artifact Collectionfrom:Titanic-The World's Largest Museum AttractionLegendary Margaret Tobin Brown’s Great-granddaughter to Dedicate Molly Brown Gallery Thursday, March 22, 2012 Branson, Mo., November, 2011 - Her real name ... Read more...Filing Period for Board of Education is Underwayfrom:Branson Public SchoolsThe filing period for a position on the Branson School District's board of education began December 13 and will close January 17 at 5 p.m. Two, three (3) year terms are open... Read more...Start your Search for Volunteer Opportunities in Lead Hill, Arkansas with AmericanTowns Lead Hill Volunteer Guide!On behalf of non-profit groups and organizers all over Boone County, AmericanTowns would like to invite all of you to join in on making a difference. Seize today and team... Read more...AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Lead Hill organization has never been easierIf your nonprofit group in Lead Hill is looking to let the community know about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works: when... Read more...Weekend Activities in and around Lead HillGive yourself a Time Out this week and treat yourself to a day out on the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy... Read more...Eat Local! Great Resources in the Lead Hill areaWhat’s one small change that 1) significantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts Arkansas’s economy and 4) helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made that... Read more...Winning the Real Estate Game in Lead Hill in a Tough MarketPurchasing a home in Arkansas is one of the best investments you can make; but like so much else in life, timing is everything. Recent... Read more...Branson in the Running to Win $50,000!We Hear You America Campaign · Local communities across America vote for their hometowns · Bret Michaels to participate in encouraging Americans... Read more...An Invitation to our Lead Hill Community: BLOG ON!Since this site is all about Lead Hill, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to your... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Brandon Rohlwing Helps Teens Get Through Tough TimesBrandon Rohlwing was feeling pretty low when he stumbled upon the website ReachOut offering support to anyone questioning the meaning in life. The information he found helped give... Read more...New Year’s Eve FiestaJoin Us For Our 2nd Annual New Year’s Eve Fiesta! Come Party With The Parrots! This New Year’s Eve in Branson, there is no better way for you and your family to wind up this... Read more...Cut your own Christmas Tree from tree farms in ArkansasPining for the perfect tree? Find one that’s right for your home at a Arkansas Christmas tree farm. Remember, not all farmers allow guests to cut their own, so be sure to call... Read more...BHS Art Department Hosts Craft Fair on Saturdayfrom:Branson Public SchoolsThe Branson High School Art Club Craft Fair is scheduled Saturday, December 3 in the High School Commons. Over 25 vendors will be featured at the fair which begins at 9:00 a.m.... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Donna Bailey Believes in her StudentsTeaching is touted as being one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. Granted, it's not usually a high-paying job, but the satisfaction of having inspired a student to reach... Read more...Lead Hill Farmers Markets - Find local organic farmers market around the Lead Hill areaLead Hill AR Farmers Markets - Find local organic farmers markets around the Lead Hill area. We have the complete listings to help you find the best markets and organic... Read more...Lead Hill Thanksgiving 2011 - Thanksgiving Events, Volunteer Opportunities and more!With Thanksgiving around the corner and preparations to be made, you might have a lot on your plate. That’s why AmericanTowns has put together resources for Thanksgiving... Read more...The Power of a Single Vote - Lead Hill Election Information and Polling PlacesPresidential elections tend to get most of the attention, but there are plenty of key local Lead Hill elections this year that are equally important. As they say, "all... Read more...Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide for Arkansas ARArkansas Pumpkin Picking Farms and Fall Pumkin Patch Farms - go pumpkin picking at a local farm in Arkansas. When there's a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the... Read more...Share and Celebrate Local Green InitiativesAmericanTowns has just launched GreenTowns.com, a new network to connect and celebrate local green initiatives and their leaders, in Lead Hill and across the country. With... Read more...Branson School District Seeks Community Inputfrom:Branson Public SchoolsThe Branson School District is seeking input from community members in regard to projects for the 2011-12 school year. Community focus meetings have been scheduled to gather... Read more...Branson School District Schedules Parent/Teacher Conferencesfrom:Branson Public SchoolsThe Branson School District will hold parent/teacher conferences Thursday, October 20 for all students in grades PK-12. The district requests that parents attend these scheduled... Read more...Find Arkansas Corn Mazes - Get lost in an Arkansas haunted Halloween corn maze this season!Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a Arkansas corn mazes and it's a great, old-fashioned way to have... Read more...Safe Street Trick or TreatCalling all ghosts, goblins, pirates and princesses. It's your turn to Trick or Treat up and down Branson Landing's Trick or Treat Street! This will be the 5th Annual Safe Street... Read more...Apple Picking Orchards and Apple Farms Guide for Arkansas ARWe have the best Arkansas apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for the state of Arkansas. We have found the best 'pick your own' apple orchards and apple farms in... Read more...Game Schedule Changes for Chase Stadiumfrom:Branson Public SchoolsGame Schedule Changes for Chase Stadium (Click here for newest schedule) Read more...Back to School for Bergman - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and moreHey, Bergman! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the... Read more...Back to School for Alpena - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and moreHey, Alpena! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the... Read more...Back to School for Cotter - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and moreHey, Cotter! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the... Read more...Back to School for Yellville - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and moreHey, Yellville! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the... Read more...Back to School for Theodosia - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and moreHey, Theodosia! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the... Read more...Back to School for Flippin - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and moreHey, Flippin! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the... Read more...Back to School for Forsyth - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and moreHey, Forsyth! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the... Read more...Back to School for Hollister - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and moreHey, Hollister! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the... Read more...Back to School for Branson - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and moreHey, Branson! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the... Read more... |