Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 12:00 AM By JonChristopher Collins Childhood obesity has shot up, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, and two health professionals are taking aim at several culprits. Today both experts are also urging Missourians to take proactive steps to combat the problem and prevent future dire health consequences. Pediatric hospitalist Jennifer SerwanContinue reading “Childhood Obesity Grew in Pandemic but Can be Countered”
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United Cerebral Palsy of Arkansas Turns Into Achieve Community Alliance
Friday, September 13, 2024 at 11:11 AM By JonChristopher Collins United Cerebral Palsy of Arkansas underwent a name change, and the celebration of the transformation is on Sept. 13, according to Amy Deere from the Harrison Regional Chamber of Commerce. The chamber will celebrate the name change with a ribbon cutting. Deere appeared on KHOZ’s “AroundContinue reading “United Cerebral Palsy of Arkansas Turns Into Achieve Community Alliance”
Harrison’s Hospice of the Hills Gearing up for Much Needed Fundraiser
Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 10:13 PM By JonChristopher Collins Twenty is Plenty is the main fundraiser for North Arkansas Regional Medical Center’s (NARMC) partner Hospice of the Hills, according to Sandra Johnson, president of the Hospice Board of Directors at NARMC. Johnson appeared on KHOZ’s “Around The Table” on Wednesday. A drive scheduled forContinue reading “Harrison’s Hospice of the Hills Gearing up for Much Needed Fundraiser”
Silver Dollar City Partners With Hiland Dairy for new Chilly Treat
Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at 1:58 PM By JonChristopher Collins Lovers of Silver Dollar City and ice cream are in for a treat, quite literally. Hiland Dairy announced its new ice cream flavor on Wednesday, one inspired by Silver Dollar City’s new and updated Fire in the Hole indoor rollercoaster that’s set to open inContinue reading “Silver Dollar City Partners With Hiland Dairy for new Chilly Treat”
Why house church?
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?”
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”
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