Harrison Local News

• Social Media Tax Talk Corrected

  Councilman Mitch Magness addressed the community during the Feb. 13 City Council meeting about Harrison having the lowest sales tax of any city similar in size in Arkansas.

• Snow Totals Around the Lakes Region

  While some parts of the Ozarks received less snow than predicted, totals collected for the Lakes Region ended up close to projections.

• Extreme Cold Continues, Roads Improve

  The Lakes Region is under an Extreme Cold Warning for this morning.

• Members of the First Harrison Historic District Commission Selected

  The City of Harrison has selected the first members of their Historic District Commission.

• Martin: Take Care of Yourself and First Responders

  As the Lakes Region continues to thaw out from Winter Storm Kingston, one area Emergency Manager reminds people to take care of themselves while at the same time keeping first responders safe.

• The Keeter Center at College of the Ozarks recognized with a ConventionSouth Readers’ Choice Award 2024

  POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — The Keeter Center at College of the Ozarks has received the ConventionSouth’s Readers’ Choice Award for 2024, as well as multiple category awards for 417 Magazine’s “Best of” Readers’ Choice Awards 2025. These awards showcase The Keeter Center’s commitment to providing an exceptional experience for guests.

• Berndt: Use Caution on the Road and at Home

  While snow fall has ended, the impact will continue to last for several days in the Lakes Region, especially on area roads.

• Snow Makes Way for Extreme Cold

  Winter Storm Kingston has left the Lakes Region leaving behind significant snow fall and dangerously cold temperatures. 

• Snowfall Amounts Less Than Anticipated

  As Winter Storm Kingston departs the Lakes Region, it leaves snowfall reported by several outlets of around 6 to 8 inches, which falls below some of projections. 

• Winter Storm Update

  An update on Winter Storm Kingston moving through the Lakes Region.

• State of Emergencies Declared in Arkansas, Missouri

  With the winter storm set to impact large areas of both states, the Governors of Arkansas and Missouri have declared State of Emergencies.

• Richter Returns to Manage Farmer's and Artisan's Market

  Carrie Richter returned to manage Central Farmer's and Artisan's Market this year.

• Charges Filed for January Shooting in Newton County

  A total of seven charges have been filed in conjunction with a shooting in Newton County in January.

• Winter Storm Kingston Arrives

  The storm that has been the focus of weather forecasters over the last several days finally arrives in the Lakes Region.

• Winter Storm Warnings for the Lakes Region as Kingston Approaches UPDATE

  National Weather Service forecasters have now issued Winter Storm Warnings for the entire Lakes Region for Tuesday.

• Arkansas Congressman Brings Back Local Radio Freedom Act Proposal

  An Arkansas Republican Congressman teams up with a Democratic Colleague from Florida to support a resolution supporting local radio.

• US Army Pauses Transgender People From Enlisting

  (NewsNation) — The U.S. Army has banned transgender people from joining its ranks and ended gender-affirming care for service members, the military branch announced Friday.

• Study: Missouri, Arkansas among states with smallest increase of consumer debt

  SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Consumer debt continues to climb all across the United States, with Americans owing around $2.9 trillion just in credit card debt and auto loans. However, some states are struggling with debt more than others.

• Winter Storm Kingston Forecast to Bring Heavy Snow, Extreme Cold to Lakes Region UPDATE

  UPDATE: A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for the Missouri Lakes Region on Tuesday until Wednesday Morning. 6-10 inches of snow are possible along and north of a Cassville-Branson-Gainesville line with areas south of that line could see 6-8 inches. Snow amounts will decrease in areas south of Harrison.

• Snow Possible Into Sunday Morning, Major Storm, Much Colder Temperatures

  A brief period of winter precipitation ahead of a major winter storm predicted to impact the Lakes Region on Tuesday.

• Harrison Fire Department Promotes Fire Prevention and Education

  Fire Prevention Week just happened; it's a key part of fire safety and education promoted by the Harrison Fire Department.

• School of the Ozarks holds commencement for 25 students on May 9, 2024

  POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — School of the Ozarks hosted its Commencement Ceremony at Williams Memorial Chapel on May 9. Twenty-five seniors made up the 2024 S of O graduating class. Out of these 25 students, 12 committed to furthering their education at College of the Ozarks.

• Pioneering Quality in the Steel Industry

  Branson Steel Supply

• Can a Contractor Take Over Your Home

  Attorney Dayrell Scrivner, of Scrivner Law Firm, LLC in Branson, Missouri, tells us!

• Frozen Pipes, Hot Water Heaters, and Dishwasher Mishaps

  Kleen Green Commercial & Residential Property Restoration and Cleaning in Branson, MO

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