As I was walking across 76 Blvd I witnessed a collision. The two people were in shock and thus left there vehicles blocking 2 lanes of traffic. In a manner of minutes the whole strip could've been backed up for hours.
I've witnessed a lot of accidents lately - 2 in the last 48 hours. Tourism season is beginning which means traffic is increasing quickly. If you're on 76 and everyone is ok (please don't move if you're injured - try to get the vehicles out of the way of traffic.
** As public policy it would be nice if Branson PD was equipped with GPS devices. This way accidents can be identified and data can be collated by the engineering department. In this way - real public safety issues can be addressed on our roads and our urban planning designed to save a few more lives.
No More Anonymity in Taney County
This is a formal farewell to anonymity. It's gone. I was at the courthouse today and a woman runs up waving to me as I trotted across the courthouse sidewalk. "You need to update your voter registration.", she yells. Having lived in cities with a seven digit population count this struck me in a rather serious way.
It was like that all day. My low key apparel no longer shades me from identification. This isn't all bad. I was at the Christian County Courthouse on Wednesday with a bulky backpack which I often carry to house my laptop. I use to get searched all the time with courtesy calls made to publishers by local authorities - just to make sure I was legit. This doesn't happen anymore. I've been given a strange sort of permission to be who I am and do what it is I do.
It was like that all day. My low key apparel no longer shades me from identification. This isn't all bad. I was at the Christian County Courthouse on Wednesday with a bulky backpack which I often carry to house my laptop. I use to get searched all the time with courtesy calls made to publishers by local authorities - just to make sure I was legit. This doesn't happen anymore. I've been given a strange sort of permission to be who I am and do what it is I do.
Outback Cinco De Mayo Branson's Best Block Party
Cinco De MayoGood times. The Outback Pub which sits in midtown Branson hosts two major block parties every year. It's a time when old friends meet. There are people I only see at these once a year. Thats why I always go. Ok, and it's a good time. Because I write for the newspaper people are often afraid of "what I might do". This Cinco De Mayo, I had half a dozen people share that fear. If you read my post about journalist ethics. I'm sloppy with this medium though I use some of the guidelines below in my work.I put some pressure on Branson officials to put the meetings online...
— Recognize a special obligation to ensure that the public's business is conducted in the open and that government records are open to inspection.
The right to privacy:
— Show compassion for those who may be affected adversely by news coverage. Use special sensitivity when dealing with children and inexperienced sources or subjects.
— Recognize that gathering and reporting information may cause harm or discomfort. Pursuit of the news is not a license for arrogance.
— Recognize that private people have a greater right to control information about themselves than do public officials and others who seek power, influence or attention. Only an overriding public need can justify intrusion into anyone’s privacy.
Senator Justus Pops Off - Castle Doctrine Debate
This is cracking me up. I'm listening to Branson native, Senator Jolie Justus D-Kansas City. Justus was punished for filibustering the MoHELA bill. She took a stab during debate over Branson's Senator Jack Goodman R-Mt. Vernon.
The debate is over Goodman's castle doctrine which says - if you shoot someone who's robbing your house - you won't have to face civil litigation.
Justus says during debate , "I don’t want all the guns taken away in my district because of retribution for debating the topic. Senator Graham D-Columbia and Justus were punished during the MoHELA sale losing $31 million and $15 million for projects slated for their districts for extending a filibuster.
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currently joking about Branson Pirate football. :)
The debate is over Goodman's castle doctrine which says - if you shoot someone who's robbing your house - you won't have to face civil litigation.
Justus says during debate , "I don’t want all the guns taken away in my district because of retribution for debating the topic. Senator Graham D-Columbia and Justus were punished during the MoHELA sale losing $31 million and $15 million for projects slated for their districts for extending a filibuster.
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currently joking about Branson Pirate football. :)
Free Internet Access in Branson, Missouri
1. Starbucks - Music City Center (Midtown Strip)
2. Panera Bread Company - (Midtown - off Strip)
3. Hilton Lobby - Downtown Branson
4. Gloria Jeans - Downtown Branson
2. Panera Bread Company - (Midtown - off Strip)
3. Hilton Lobby - Downtown Branson
4. Gloria Jeans - Downtown Branson
Missouri's First Virtual School - Looking for Input for Taney County Times
Missouri will open registration for "virtual classes" starting on Monday. I'm punching out the data for the Branson Independent so local parents can get in on the program before the slots run out. You can register here. I'm interested in hearing from local educators and parents on the topic. It's an exciting experiment and will be interesting to see how it plays out.
State education officials will begin accepting applications next week for Missouri’s first "virtual classes," which are set to begin in August. A wide array of courses will be offered for Missouri students in grades K-5 and 9-12. Read more below.
The online registration process begins May 7 and will close May 29. Applications may be submitted only through the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s Web site.
The Missouri Virtual Instruction Program (MoVIP) was authorized by state law enacted last year. Private vendors selected by the state will offer the online courses to students throughout the state. The classes will be taught by teachers who hold Missouri licenses.
State funds will make the MoVIP courses available at no cost for approximately 2,500 full- and part-time students. If the state-funded slots fill up, additional spaces will be available on a tuition basis. A separate registration period will be offered for tuition-based MoVIP courses.
Online registration opens at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, May 7. It closes at 8:00 a.m. May 29. Each student, family or school that applies should submit a single application for each student. Students may apply any time during the three-week window. The selection of students will be through a lottery process after the May 29 closing date.
At the elementary level, courses will be available in communication arts, math, science, social studies, art, music, Spanish, French and technology literacy.
At the high school level, course offerings will include English, algebra, geometry, biology, chemistry, American and world history, economics, Spanish and Latin; plus Advanced Placement courses in English literature, calculus, physics, U.S. history and art history.
State education officials will begin accepting applications next week for Missouri’s first "virtual classes," which are set to begin in August. A wide array of courses will be offered for Missouri students in grades K-5 and 9-12. Read more below.
The online registration process begins May 7 and will close May 29. Applications may be submitted only through the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s Web site.
The Missouri Virtual Instruction Program (MoVIP) was authorized by state law enacted last year. Private vendors selected by the state will offer the online courses to students throughout the state. The classes will be taught by teachers who hold Missouri licenses.
State funds will make the MoVIP courses available at no cost for approximately 2,500 full- and part-time students. If the state-funded slots fill up, additional spaces will be available on a tuition basis. A separate registration period will be offered for tuition-based MoVIP courses.
Online registration opens at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, May 7. It closes at 8:00 a.m. May 29. Each student, family or school that applies should submit a single application for each student. Students may apply any time during the three-week window. The selection of students will be through a lottery process after the May 29 closing date.
At the elementary level, courses will be available in communication arts, math, science, social studies, art, music, Spanish, French and technology literacy.
At the high school level, course offerings will include English, algebra, geometry, biology, chemistry, American and world history, economics, Spanish and Latin; plus Advanced Placement courses in English literature, calculus, physics, U.S. history and art history.
Branson Missouri - CBS As the World Turns hanging with Andy Williams
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