Wednesday Jul 16 | Branson Tri-Lakes Daily News
Youngster looks to China for better sight
When 6-year-old Glen Jimerson, of Galena, was born, he suffered damage to his optic nerve, making him legally blind.
Officials: Disaster aid needed
Debris from a flash flood is lodged in playground equipment at Stockstill Park. City officials are estimating it will cost more than $150,000 to repair the park.
Canoe outfitters should check river for hazards
In your paper you had a write-up on float trips. I'd like to make a comment on float trips.
UPDATED: Heavy Rains Cause Major Flooding
Overnight and morning thunderstorms dropped more than 5 inches of rain in many places across the Ozarks forcing many streams and creeks out of their banks.
High Waters Rise in Stone County
Many communities were hit hard as heavy storms made their way to the Ozarks. The rain caused more flooding to areas still recovering from the last set of storms.
Flash floods in Stone County destroys homes and vehicles
Residents in parts of Stone County are cleaning up after Saturday's heavy rains.
James River Creeps Into Galena
Residents in Galena in Stone County, Missouri, were bombarded by the James River spilling over its banks into the local Outfitters Campground.
June 28th, 2008. These pictures were took in Galena Missouri. The campground picture, you can see all the vehicles and trailers down there, the campers had to be rescued by boat and had to leave everything ...
Heavy rains drenching Ozarks areas
Residents of Reeds Spring found their main street so flooded propane tanks were afloat this morning and now Polk County residents have received up to 5 inches of rain.
Injured motorcyclist flown to hospital
A Galena man riding a motorcycle was seriously injured Tuesday morning in a Stone County crash, the Missouri Highway Patrol said.
Fellow boaters were helpful, generous after James River accident
Springtime in the Ozarks is particularly beautiful. We found out how dangerous it can be while fishing on the swollen James River near Galena recently.
May hay challenging, but worth effort
The time is now for most southwest Missouri hay producers to be making hay. "The ideal time for balancing maximum quality with production is when grass hay is in the boot to early heading stage," Tim ...
Illegal immigrant turned over for deportation
One of two illegal immigrants charged with robbing a Pittsburg, Kan., man at the Greyhound bus station in Joplin pleaded guilty Monday in Jasper County Circuit Court to an amended charge of stealing and was ... via Joplin Globe
Jo Ellis: Artist yearns to sculpt mascot
“I got to know all the football players”
Artist Bob Tommey hopes that when Carthage High School students troop into their new high school next year, they will pass by his interpretation of their school mascot. via Joplin Globe
Two injured in three-vehicle crash in Stone County
Two people were injured in a three-vehicle accident Saturday evening in Stone County. via Springfield News Leader
Health clinic settles into facility
Staffers from the Stone County Health Department joined with community supporters Monday for a ribbon-cutting at the department's Branson West clinic. via Branson Tri-Lakes Daily News
Storm damages buildings on Ava square
“We're still getting more information”
A one-two punch of strong straight-line winds and tornadoes that hit Ava early Friday caused damage on the town square and left much of the community without power. via Springfield News Leader
Driver seriously injured in crash
A Galena woman was seriously injured Thursday night in Stone County when her vehicle ran off the road and overturned, the Missouri Highway Patrol said. via Springfield News Leader
Woman pleads guilty in drug case
A Joplin, Mo., woman will be sentenced April 30 after pleading guilty to felony possession of methamphetamine. via Joplin Globe