Candidate filling period is open for school districts that host Board of Education Elections in the Spring.
Candidate filing period in those districts begins at Noon today and will run through Noon next Monday March 3rd. Candidates need to have at least 20 signatures on a petition form for eligibility to be placed on the ballot.
Voters needing to register to take part in the election need to do so by April 14 with early voting opening on May 6 with Election Day on May 13.
Hotter Today but Cooldown for Wednesday UPDATE
UPDATE 9:15 am: The National Weather Service Office in Springfield has upgraded the Missouri Lakes Region, including the Branson area, to an Extreme Heat Warning until 7:00 pm this evening.
Employees Still Waiting to Hear From Branson Tri-Lakes Newspaper Management
The closure last week of the Branson Tri-Lakes News Family of papers still has employees seeking answers.
Informational Meeting About Fire and Police Tax Thursday
A meeting will be held prior to this week's Harrison City Council to answer questions about the proposed ballot measure for a Sales Tax that will include funding for the Fire and Police Departments.
Tick Season Is in Full Force
The summertime is bringing reminders about being aware of Ticks.
What is the Potential Heat Index Readings for This Week? Update
Update Monday 6:20 am: The Heat Advisory is now extended into Northern Arkansas.
