Missouri officials want to continue having a private company handle calls about jobless benefits in the state even though the unemployment rate has returned to pre-pandemic levels.
According to an Associated Press Report posted by Ozarks First, the unemployment rate reached as high as 12.5% in April 2020. Currently, it is down to 3.7%, which is equal to the rate in March 2020 before the pandemic began.
Hundreds Turn Out to Say Hi to NBC's "Today Show"
Several hundred people turned out at the intersection of Commercial and Main Streets in Downtown Branson to be a part of a segment on a national TV Show.
Former Silver Dollar City Publicity Director Lisa Rau Dies
The person who spent over three decades telling the story of one of America's Best Theme Parks has passed away.
Main Street Harrison Board Needs a Director
Main Street Harrison needs a director on its board.
Two well-known local destinations received awards from USA Today.
Highway 412 Corridor Meeting Held in Mountain Home
Several state and area officials attend a meeting in Mountain Home this week discussing the future expansion and development of the U.S. Highway 412 corridor through northern Arkansas.
