Posted June 08, 2023by JonChristopher Collins A house church gives believers an idea of the Church that is closer to the Biblical account. Acts 2 speaks to how early Christians met in homes in addition to meeting in the Temple, and Acts 4 describes how believers held all their possessions in common, sharing with those in need. Two ChristianContinue reading “Why house church?”
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Growing Together: Greenhouse microchurch
Posted May 10, 2023by JonChristopher Collins Florida’s Greenhouse Church seeks to plant disciples rather than churches. Located in Gainesville, Florida, Greenhouse Church advocates certain “fluencies.” The church also encourages engagement in culture. Greenhouse Church explains that these fluencies aid them in building the unique and diverse “Kingdom of God.” They desire to build and existContinue reading “Growing Together: Greenhouse microchurch”
Nixa Residents Experienced Vehicle Crash-Related Power Outage for Second Time in Three Days; Power is Restored
Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at 10:46 AM By JonChristopher Collins Power is completely restored after over 700 Nixa, Missouri residents were without power following a vehicle crash. For the second time in three days, Nixa residents were without power because of a vehicle crash. The crash occurred on the morning of Aug. 30 on RosedaleContinue reading “Nixa Residents Experienced Vehicle Crash-Related Power Outage for Second Time in Three Days; Power is Restored”
Nixa Police Respond to DWI Crash; Drivers are Told not to Drink and Drive
Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at 12:32 PM By JonChristopher Collins Nixa Police Officers are encouraging people via a Facebook post to avoid drinking and driving following a crash on Monday night in the city of Nixa on 160 close to Wasson. A post on the Nixa Police Department’s Facebook Page states that their was a “DWIContinue reading “Nixa Police Respond to DWI Crash; Drivers are Told not to Drink and Drive”
Branson Aldermen Special Session Involved Talk About Kansas City Chiefs Marketing Deal
Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at 12:00 AM By JonChristopher Collins On Aug. 10, the Branson Board of Aldermen voted to approve an agreement with hopes of a marketing deal with the Kansas City Chiefs. As a result of the approval, efforts to promote Branson as the “Official Vacation Destination of the Kansas City Chiefs” willContinue reading “Branson Aldermen Special Session Involved Talk About Kansas City Chiefs Marketing Deal”
Closing Summer with a Splash: Silver Dollar City Announced new Ride
Monday, August 14, 2023 at 11:04 AM By JonChristopher Collins Branson’s Silver Dollar City made a splash to close out the summer by announcing a new ride on Monday. The Herschend Family Entertainment owned theme and park’s new ride stands five stories tall. The new water ride, called “Fire in the Hole” will open inContinue reading “Closing Summer with a Splash: Silver Dollar City Announced new Ride”
The COVID-19 Pandemic: Changing, but Echoes of the Past Still Haunt
Sunday, April 2, 2023 at 12:00 AM By JonChristopher Collins The COVID-19 levels for Missouri counties Taney and Greene have plummeted, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports. This is welcome news for health care providers. Local mental health professional Thuy Rudy, owner of Alliance Counseling Associates, has practiced counseling for 20 years. SheContinue reading “The COVID-19 Pandemic: Changing, but Echoes of the Past Still Haunt”
Branson IT GIS Analyst is Employee of the Month
Wednesday, August 10th, 2022 2:00pm By JonChristopher Collins Branson government employee Stephen Gilbert was awarded the Employee of the Month Award on Tuesday evening at City Hall during the Board of Aldermen meeting. Alderman Chuck Rodriguez presented Gilbert with the award. “On behalf of the Mayor, Board of Aldermen, City Administrator, and City staff, itContinue reading “Branson IT GIS Analyst is Employee of the Month”
Branson Mayor Honors Assistant Police Chief for Graduating FBI National Academy
Wednesday, July 13th, 2022 10:38am By JonChristopher Collins Branson Mayor Larry Milton honored Branson Assistant Police Chief Eric Schmitt during Tuesday night’s Board of Aldermen meeting for his recent accomplishment. “Assistant Chief Eric Schmitt graduated from the FBI National Academy on June 9, 2022 as a member of the 282 session,” Milton said. The mayorContinue reading “Branson Mayor Honors Assistant Police Chief for Graduating FBI National Academy”
Branson Public Works/Engineering Project Manager is July Employee of the Month
Wednesday, July 13th, 2022 9:58am By JonChristopher Collins Branson’s Public Works/Engineering Project Manager received the Employee of the Month award on Tuesday. Alderman Marshall Howden presented the award to Roger Clark during Tuesday night’s Board of Aldermen meeting. “Roger was nominated for his work on the Utility Undergrounding on W. 76 Country Blvd. He wasContinue reading “Branson Public Works/Engineering Project Manager is July Employee of the Month”