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Page 10 Sterett Hollenbach, CT Technologist at Cox Branson. (Special to Branson Globe) A medical professional’s journey with COVID-19: ‘mask up for me’ Special to Branson Globe Sterett Hollenbach Virtual Dove Class: MDC offers online class for hunters. Page 18 WEATHER...page 13 Highs in the 90s; chance for a shower or storm today. hadn’t called in sick a single day in her 16 years at Cox Branson until this April when she was diagnosed with COVID-19, the same virus that would kill her mother a few weeks later. Sterett got the call on April 2 that she’d been exposed. By the next day, the fever set in and she was tested for COVID. “I just kept thinking it was going to be fine,” says Hollenbach, a CT Technologist at the medical center. “I just thought it would be another little bug to fight off.” By the time the test came back positive two days later, Hollenbach had been in self-quarantine and her symptoms were getting much worse. “I had lost my sense of taste, wasn’t hungry, and flu-like symptoms were coming on strong,” she recalls. “I remember being so tired I could hardly function.” She thought she would recover after a few days of rest, but that’s when she began to experience shortness of breath, a symptom that really scared her. “I couldn’t even walk up the stairs at home. I’d have to sit down after crossing the room,” she says. “I remember going into the shower but running out of enSEE MASK UP, PAGE 12 After a staff report recommended the bill’s approval and hours of comments by the public, the board postponed voting on the bill until its July 28 meeting. During a meeting with city officials earlier this week, they said that there would be no further public comment before that vote. City Administrator Stan Dobsaid, “Residents bins in each Ward of Branson elect two aldermen to represent their interest. Together, the Board is responsible for voting on legislation for the City. This is not always an easy task. Especially when issues arise that people on both sides feel strongly about. The Branson Board of Aldermen has the best interest of their ward, the City, and our community at heart and are doing the best they can to make the best decision based on SEE FACE COVERINGS, PAGE 13 ׉ 7cassandra://3-cWQUHAW9l8Ezmc0-QhzYjwd4Y-WzR5ISBYGg9yeSQ=`_CۮmId_CۮmId P(בCט P(u׉׉ 7cassandra://0bMTcbTkgjbek_voXjfSLXHKPAtor23HoyASDgEcUdE` ׉ 7cassandra://twU3iuRwZCfkjHqzTjl2cYmcHH4TI7h-Un7hKJ__hiQ`׉ 7cassandra://aK27VKrZyWxlEDSmZ63NvE2nUnV91duuTYWYA3j5lZUz`׉ 7cassandra://RkPoFC46BGH0glSV36nuSULmWTqif4MKXIm1QpA23b4x͠ _CۮmIdנ_CۮmId[݁̄9ׁHhttp://iPickleNation.comׁ ׁ Јנ_CۮmId'A̷9ׁHhttp://bransonglobe.comׁ ׁ Јנ_CۮmId  ̾9ׁH!http://www.tri-lakeshumanesoc.orgׁ ׁ Јנ_CۮmIddA̷9ׁHhttp://bransonglobe.comׁ ׁ Ј׉E 2 • July 24 - 25, 2020 LOCAL Compiled by K.D. Michaels, Branson Globe Staff Writer bransonglobe.com Street Talk: What is your opinion on Branson’s proposed mask mandate? JEFF YOUNG -- Even though I have emphysema I am for masks because I believe people are coming to Branson from other hot spots across the country. The more people that wear masks the safer we are. TINA HUGHES -- I believe it is necessary for now to try to help stop the spread. I also believe that not everyone will be happy with it because of their rights possibly being taken away. But if it helps against the spread of the virus then I don’t mind wearing one. Submitted to Branson Globe Branson, Mo. – Pickleball Blast is proud to announce the inaugural Branson Championship Experience powered by iPN. Branson Championship Experience takes place at the Branson Convention Center July 31-August 2. Pickleball is a paddleball sport (similar to a racquet sport) that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. In addition to the tournament, which currently has over 250 comCONFIRMED POSITIVE CASES TANEY COUNTY 177 STONE COUNTY 35 ZACH RUBY -- I believe the if the Also, mask implementation will affect business. masks work there is no necessity to have restrictions placed on businesses or travel. Either the masks work or they don’t, and if they work there is no reason for restrictions. petitors (spanning from ages 13 to 96), the Branson Championship Experience is bringing in Tyson Apostol, winner of “Survivor” Season 27: Blood vs. Water on CBS to the event. Apostol returned for SurviRECOVERED CASES TANEY COUNTY 84 STONE COUNTY 8 RICHARD JONES -- I just started wearing one today. I haven’t seen anyone that it’s affectect. Honestly I haven’t heard one person agree that we need it. If it doesn’t work, why wear them? ARIA SPENCER -- I personally believe that masks should be required. Even if everything the doctors say by some chance is false, it gives people a sense of security to see others with masks. Even if the mask mandate isn’t passed, I will proudly wear my mask! Branson Championship Experience and Survivor winner Tyson Apostol coming to Branson vor’s 27th season, Blood vs. Water, with his longtime girlfriend, Rachel Foulger, and both were cast as contestants. Though Apostol was responsible for most of the jury members’ eliminations, his method of playing the game was praised, and he was voted the $1 million winner, receiving seven of the eight jury votes. For more information on the Branson Championship Experience, go to iPickleNation.com. COVID-19 in Stone and Taney counties, by the numbers: (As of 7/23/2020. Data provided by TCHD and SCHD websites) DEATHS TANEY COUNTY 3 STONE COUNTY 0 ׉ 7cassandra://aK27VKrZyWxlEDSmZ63NvE2nUnV91duuTYWYA3j5lZUz`_CۮmId׉E bransonglobe.com LOCAL Cedar Creek offers much more than coffee When an individual is By K.D. Michaels, Branson Globe Staff Writer The sign on the face of the older building on Branson’s Animal Safari Road reads Cedar Creek Coffee, but beyond the doors you’ll find so much more. While Cedar Creek Coffee, does roast delicious blends of many specialty coffees, the building is also home to New Hope Development, an employment service geared towards some of our area’s most special citizens. What began as two group homes and eight clients with learning disabilities and other special needs has become one of Branson’s most unique services -- and the fulfillment of a dream for Director Raeanne Zurn, who has been with Cedar Creek Coffee for 14 years. “Our owner is just the kind of employer that wants to help you reach your personal goals,” explained Zurn. “One of my dreams was to have an employment program. so, we bought a building. It was our owner’s idea to do the coffee, and at the time, I didn’t know anything about coffee, so we did a lot of learning.” Zurn and her employer attended trade shows, workshops and classes, and watched a lot of YouTube videos, then bought a roaster and in 2012, they began roasting their own coffee, which they packaged and sold on their website. The dream and vision also included having their own coffee shop, but with only eight clients, they knew that dream would have to wait. Zurn and her crew spent their time perfecting their coffee. “We have a wonderful blend of coffee we use as a house coffee,” Zurn said. “It is a mixture of Colombian, Brazilian and Ethiopian coffee, so it is a delicious blend of coffee that we have been able to create.” The time was also spent finding new clients, and honing their skills. New Hope Development now provides service to 25 individuals. Clients are referred to them through Linkability, who provides Case Management services to those with special needs in Taney and Stone Counties. seeking employment or job training, they are referred to Zurn and New Hope Development. The staff of New Hope Development helps the clients gain independence, integrates them into the community and works with clients on career planning and pre-vocational skills. Zurn explained, “We talk to them about what their goals are, and what kind of job they want. With the tourist industry here, we try to fill some of those housekeeping jobs and other jobs that are hard to fill in our community.” SEE COFFEE, PAGE 14 July 24 - 25, 2020 • 3 Pets of the Week Tri-Lakes Humane Society, Reeds Spring Call (417) 272-8113 or visit www.tri-lakeshumanesoc.org SNOWBALL is a 3 year old male. He is a well behaved cat and likes being petted. Snowball has FIV, which can be transmitted to other cats so he needs to be an only indoor cat or in a household that has other cats with FIV. Come meet this guy, he deserves a forever home. Lindsey serving a customer at the new Cedar Creek Coffee and Creations. (Branson Globe photo by K.D. Michaels) RAMONA is a 5 year old female Staffordshire Terrier. She was taken by the police but this gentle girl is no criminal. She is house trained and loves to go on walks and rides well in a truck. She warms up to new people quickly and is very laid back. She just needs a forever home where she will be loved. _CۮmId_CۮmId P(בCט P(u׉׉ 7cassandra://wUYFu3AxtdjE0b349TdN6N3pHMSpGsEEbP0xxZiz2SQ` ׉ 7cassandra://s2XwUSgHCX1gvHEiqgondlJSN2RYi2K2TzuS6143yNkj`׉ 7cassandra://smmBdsOKLBF1GOidNPef4p6xFrHgjUHh1kqGjjLmsWgpU`׉ 7cassandra://SQJnTogwnLHmrVms7TGYwAHHrZIMSQDSUGLXCxt5IX4 ͠ _CۮmId!נ_CۮmId$'A̷9ׁHhttp://bransonglobe.comׁ ׁ Јנ_CۮmId'_9ׁH!http://bransonlocalbusinesses.comׁ ׁ Јנ_CۮmId&h=̱9ׁHhttp://mommysagoodcooker.comׁ ׁ Јנ_CۮmId%dA̷9ׁHhttp://bransonglobe.comׁ ׁ Ј׉E04 • July 24 - 25, 2020 LOCAL bransonglobe.com ׉ 7cassandra://smmBdsOKLBF1GOidNPef4p6xFrHgjUHh1kqGjjLmsWgpU`_CۮmId׉E kbransonglobe.com LOCAL ‘Triple Crown Dill Pickles’, a championship way to use up garden-fresh cucumbers By Mommy’s a Good Cooker Two weeks ago, I shared my great-grandmother’s recipe for sweet pickles, a recipe handed down in my family for about 100 years. Pickles are their very own food group in my family, and must make an appearance at every meal, with the exception of breakfast. My aunt and uncle have carried on the tradition, and the pickles I’m going to share this week are probably my favorite! The sweet pickle recipe, as you remember, took 16 days! Last week’s recipe for Mom’s Cukes - cucumbers and onions - takes just a few minutes, plus marinating time. Our dill pickle recipe this week is refreshingly simple, and yields a delicious result. And that’s where the name “Triple Crown” comes from. The original recipe my aunt and uncle adopted and adapted to their own tastes has won first prize, Best of Show, and the Ball Canning Award at a county fair. Not bad! Triple Crown Dill Pickles You need: 1 small hot red pepper per jar 1 cluster of fresh dill per jar 2 garlic cloves per jar 30 - 36 medium-sized canning cucumbers 3 cups white vinegar 3 cups water 6 Tbsp. sea salt 1 tsp. dill seed 1 tsp. mustard seed Sterilize canning jars and lids according to manufacturer’s instructions. Put 1 hot red pepper, July 24 - 25, 2020 • 5 1 cluster fresh dill and 2 garlic cloves on the bottom of each sterilized jar. Wash cucumbers and pack into sterilized jars. In a saucepan, combine vinegar, water, salt, dill seed, and mustard seed. Bring to a boil and pour over cucumbers, leaving 1/2-inch headroom. Seal with sterilized lids according to manufacturer’s instructions. Process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Once the pickles are canned, they should “rest” about six weeks to come to full flavor. You’ll get about 4 quarts from this recipe. Dill pickles, especially these with lots of garlic and some heat from the red pepper are definitely my favorites. Next week, Lord willing, I will share another recipe using fresh cucumbers I think you’ll really love. This version of Sweet & Sour Chicken comes from P.J. Beisswenger, an instructor at Silver Dollar City’s Culinary & Craft School. I will never make sweet and sour any other way, it’s that good! 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The Ole Seagull The argument will be in bold type with The Ole Seagulls opinion directly following: 1. The science is bad; masking doesn’t help stop the spread COVID-19 from one person to another. Kim Rohde Publisher (417) 872-2951 lkimrohde@yahoo.com Brenda Meadows Editor & Staff Writer (417) 231-7601 info@BransonGlobe.com David Stoltz News Correspondent (228) 355-2900 itcdls@gmail.com Gary Groman, a.k.a. The Ole Seagull Columnist Emeritus KD Michaels Staff Writer (417) 251-2776 kdmichaelsbranson1@gmail.com Rob Doherty Account Representative & Distribution Manager (504) 583-8907 robd@bransonglobe.com Karen Halfpop Digital/Production Director production@ BransonGlobe.com Submit a letter to the editor: Letters to the editor that are sent via e-mail and are fewer than 400 words are given preference. Published or unpublished letters become the property of the newspaper and will not be returned. All letters must include name, address, and verifiable phone number. The Mayo Clinic, CDC, WHO, Cox Medical Center, and the Taney County Health Department are among those recommending “the consistent and correct use of face coverings as an important tool for minimizing the spread of COVID-19.” What little the Ole Seagull knows he knows well but, unfortunately, that is vastly surpassed by what he doesn’t LETTERS Being retired medical professionals we have an intense interest in how our government handles medical issues that affect us. Research is in our bloodstream and with internet it is so much easier than most of our past experiences. As employers in the medical field employees working environment was of utmost importance for a happy pleasant workplace. OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) is a long standing government agency who is responsible for every employee in the USA. Employers are required to instruct employees that they have the right to file a complaint with federal government regarding any problems in their workplace and the first substantiated offense is followed with a $75,000 fine. As an employer you must post a large notice to employees from OSHA that gives 800 telephone number for employees to file against them! We were fortunate to never have a problem we couldn’t solve. This may not be so in today’s business environment in that OSHA has regulation that requires testing of employees breathing and selecting the type of mask needed for the environment the employee will be working in. I have worked as an OR nurse. Operating suites have special airflow control and extra oxygen that flows into these systems. This kind of planning comes into play when new facilities or remodeling of OR suites occur. All the result of protecting employees. My question: What is your liability as an individual or as a board of Branson city government for putting forth a mask ordinance requiring all persons to wear masks in all public areas (both indoors and outdoors) in businesses in Branson? Are you as a board prepared to pay a fine and legal fees for any business who is challenged by an employee in the city of Branson?? By the way Nixa’s governing body voted 6-0 for a no mask mandate in its city this week. Dr. Jerry Ozee Shirley Ozee, RN (The comments on these pages are the opinions of the writer, and not necessarily those of Branson Globe, or its staff. Want to weigh-in? Have something to say? Share it with us in your own Letter to the Editor. See submission guidelines in lower left corner of page 6.) BransonGlobe Your source for local news and entertainment Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances. info@BransonGlobe.com • Phone: (417) 334-9100 • Fax: (417) 334-3767 • 1447 US Hwy. 248, Suite EE, Branson, MO 65616 BransonGlobe.com Gary Groman. (FILE) know. When he has to deal with that which he doesn’t know, be it cars, electronics, tv, or medical, he relies on those who know. In the case of COVID-19, he relies on medical and health professionals. However, let’s say the medical evidence is all wrong; face coverings don’t prevent the spread of COVID-19. Who is hurt by wearing one? On the other hand, if the evidence that face coverings help prevent the spread of COVID-19 is right, how many can be harmed by not wearing one. 2. The cure is worse than the disease. You can eliminate all auto accident deaths by prohibiting people from driving, but we don’t. We don’t because driving on our highways is an integral bransonglobe.com Good arguments against mandatory COVID-19 masking? part of most of our daily lives. Driving laws and regulations provide a level of safety while driving that drastically reduces the chances of accidents and death. However, they only work if people comply with them. Don’t the vast majority of motor vehicle deaths occur because one or more people failed to comply with the very laws designed to enable safe driving? It’s the same with COVID-19. Health and safety laws provide a way for people to live their daily lives without a “stay at home order’ or “shutdowns.” While not perfect, mandatory masking is a vital tool in preventing the spread of the disease from one SEE OPINION, PAGE 7 @BransonGlobe BransonGlobe @BransonGlobe #Branson Globe ׉ 7cassandra://KD5iGG5HkK_tUxeomGJLaNuk--LP2cORONzJPY9hQ5I}`_CۮmId׉EJbransonglobe.com OPINION • OPINION Continued from page 6 person to another. A tool that, perhaps more than any other, gives people and our economy a chance to function closer to normal amid the COVID-19 pandemic. 3. It will impact on Branson’s economy because tourists won’t come. For what it matters, an Ole Seagull believes that argument was more viable in the spring and early summer. Not only in terms of the younger people and families coming to Branson but the fact that the benefits of mandatory masking were not as universally accepted as they are now. This is no longer the case. Major health and medical organizations universally recommend the use of face coverings. More and more major retailers, states, cities, tourist destinations and attractions, are adopting mandatory face coverings. All of which is serves to reduce the likely hood of someone not coming to Branson because of mandatory face covering. Perhaps the better argument, from a purely economic perspective, should be, “Will tourists not come, if Branson has no provision for mandatory face coverings? Who knows, but either way, Branson could lose potential tourists. The question is, in today’s environment, which will cause the loss of the least! More Street Talk: What is your opinion on Branson’s proposed mask mandate? COLTON SCHMITT -- I don’t like the mask mandate, there’s not enough conclusive evidence that it helps more than it hurts. The CDC keeps going back and forth on the issue, which leads me to believe they don’t have any real idea whether or not it works as well as they’d like to say it does. Most importantly to me though, if you can’t prove to me, with indisputable evidence that it works, you have absolutely zero claim on my liberties. I’m not against masks, for some people, they may be more beneficial, but the general public, no. There’s not enough proof that it helps, and there’s plenty of evidence that it’s causing health issues for people. The mainstream media is trying to hide it, but it’s there. Have a news tip? Send it to us at info@ bransonglobe.com July 24 - 25, 2020 • 7 _CۮmId_CۮmId P(בCט P(u׉׉ 7cassandra://7H0p9DJ6fES3Vz-L_H77Vm0AylxZUjoaNEZiGacQ1hE ` ׉ 7cassandra://uPcL6t2CAZW3yy0GXVVVarTu40YxfWusoYys6_zWSWQ~f`׉ 7cassandra://0K12aj3NvL_3RpF8yXOZeUXZCg-0WI9gD38mN6rB9l4́n`׉ 7cassandra://6Wj6RR0nQZldj3UX01mafAVaz_UWuim2IW-yA22XVE8O,͠ _CۮmId1נ_CۮmId6'A̷9ׁHhttp://bransonglobe.comׁ ׁ Јנ_CۮmId9fB̷9ׁHhttp://bransonglobe.comׁ ׁ Ј׉E8 • July 24 - 25, 2020 LOCAL bransonglobe.com Guardrail repairs on Bee Creek Road wrap up today Submitted to Branson Globe BRANSON, Mo – Guardrail repairs will be made along the southbound shoulder of Bee Creek Rd. between Sycamore Dr. and Buccaneer Blvd. beginning at 7:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 22, 2020, through 4:00 p.m., Friday, July 24, 2020. Little to no traffic delays are expected with this work. Drivers are asked to slow down in this area and reminded to be aware of signage and workers in the area. For questions regarding this project, please contact the City of Branson Public Works Department at 417-243-2725. Support Our Local Veterans! ׉ 7cassandra://0K12aj3NvL_3RpF8yXOZeUXZCg-0WI9gD38mN6rB9l4́n`_CۮmId׉Ebransonglobe.com LOCAL Gospel singer to appear July 29 July 24 - 25, 2020 • 9 Thank you for reading the Branson Globe! Gospel singer Sami Johnson will be the guest soloist at Dr. Cecil Todd’s Seven Sermons That Set Fires event at Lakewood Church, July 29 at 7 p.m. The church is located at 19585 State Hwy. 413 in Branson West. Johnson has traveled all over the world singing with the USO, and moved to Branson in 1985. Currently, Johsnon performs with the Blackwood Singers at the Americana Theatre. The July 29 revival service will feature Dr. Cecil Todd’s message “Four Things God Doesn’t Know.” The service is free and open to the public. 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It’s tiered seating, and that helps too. I love the room because it’s fairly intimate which is great for the effect my puppets, the dog and other animals have on the audience.” Oliver, Irving and some of his ‘friends’ were a main attraction on the Branson Belle for 13 years. Oliver competed, and fared well, on the popular TV show America’s Got Talent, season 7, in 2012. “I was a top four finalist,” Oliver said. “It helped with drawing folks to the shows, and I received an offer for a my show to play a casino in Vegas, but I passed on the offer. It was was not a good move for me at the time.” Before returning to the Branson show scene, Oliver had been ‘touring’ in performing arts centers, dinner theaters and community concert series. “I still enjoy the road,” he said. “My wife and daughter join me for short trips from time to time, and I was blessed to be home between tours and shows so it did work out. The thing is I had control over my schedule. But with Branson, it turned out to be another great blessing. Playing a tourist destination, and especially Branson, is quite a bit different than a theater road date.” Oliver received a call last year from Shepherd of The Hills General Manager Jeff Johnson asking if he might be interested in playing Branson again. “I knew who he was from the Showboat days,” Johnson said. “He had a good reputation and we were able to put something together.” Ventriloquism attracted when he was a child. “As a kid I was infatuated with those little wooden headed dummies,” he said. “They can get away with saying things everyone is thinking and they always have a charming way to make it funny.” It also brought the 10-year-old boy through a tough time. He received his first ventriloquist dummy on Christmas morning. Just three days later his SEE OLIVER, PAGE 11 Oliver Todd Oliver and Irving. (Special to Branson Globe) ׉ 7cassandra://83vbQDUKBxWlwpDBKDu6Gcd7V-khNQdhXeNSKgGTXgErk`_CۮmId׉Ebransonglobe.com LOCAL • OLIVER Continued from page 10 father passed away from cancer. “That little Ventriloquist dummy helped me deal with my loss and sadness,” he said. “I also discovered that the little character could make other people happy too.” He began performing his “act” whenever he could. After High School he began printing his act in schools, clubs and cruise ships. As showmen know, there has to be constant changes to an act to keep audiences entertained.Todd came up with an idea that not only got attention. It changed his life. “One day I was looking at my dog and thought, ‘I bet you would have a lot to say if you could talk,’” he said. A few months later, Oliver’s Boston Terrier ‘Irving,’ premiered as ‘America’s real talking dog.’ Throughout the years there have been six ‘Irvings.’ Each one has been family pets and lived out their lives in our home.” After Irving became the famous ‘talking dog,’ Oliver’s success attracted Hollywood agents and he was asked to make appearances on David Letterman’s Ventriloquist Week, The Tonight Show, other national TV shows and some weekly series episodes. Oliver has played theaters across the country, and is glad to be back in Branson. “I’ve been very blessed. TV is great fun, but a ventriloquist makes his living doing shows,” he said. “Making families laugh together is the goal. My best memories are those of me and my family all laughing together. I want to make that happen for families across America.” Showtimes are at 11 a.m., 4 p.m. (5 p.m. after July 27) and 7 p.m. Call (417) 334-4191 Todd Oliver and friends. (Special to Branson Globe) July 24 - 25, 2020 • 11 _CۮmId_CۮmId P(בCט P(u׉׉ 7cassandra://1dAfmg0FL4xcgxPyRESa9E7MPuSy99gNr3NpES0jgrk=E` ׉ 7cassandra://75sVKnLxXytAhwUB14p2693-vgta91aRuyp-P2WELDUt`׉ 7cassandra://i8UmlLkH5GQIyGva8Ykd9WltCbHK1gOGb4sAoWJcao4v`׉ 7cassandra://xYY5Lv8g5Vf8WaYJHPdV-dOrM-P8EJhfLuJBsIQHLkQg\*͠ _CۮmId?נ_CۮmIdBjj 9ׁHhttp://theSIXshow.comׁ ׁ Јנ_CۮmIdA$A̷9ׁHhttp://bransonglobe.comׁ ׁ Јנ_CۮmIdCeA̷9ׁHhttp://bransonglobe.comׁ ׁ Ј׉E e12 • July 24 - 25, 2020 LOCAL • MASK UP Continued from page 1 ergy after washing my hair. I’d just grab and towel and collapse on my bed.” She went to the ER because the symptoms weren’t easing up. She received supplemental oxygen to help with her recovery at home. During the early days of her diagnosis, her 84-year old mother Ellen had been taking care of her. “You can’t tell a mom not to take care of her child. That’s their instinct. It’s just what moms do,” she says with a pause. “She was a bit stubborn and wanted to keep checking on me and make sure I had everything I needed.” Ellen, too, began to experience shortness of breath, so Sterett’s husband took her to the emergency room. A COVID test confirmed that she, too, had the virus. SIZZLING SUMMER SPECIAL! 2 FOR THE PRICE OF 1 thru AUG 31 Not valid with any other offer. Exp. 8/31/20 Unfortunately, Sterett’s condition continued to deteriorate. During a follow-up appointment, a chest X-ray showed her lungs were so riddled with the virus that they looked like snow. She had additional lab work and scans. A CT revealed another dangerous complication of COVID-19: blood clots in her lungs, resulting in admission to the hospital. By the time Sterett was admitted in the hospital, her mother was already on a ventilator there. “I can’t tell you how awful that was,” she says. “I was sick myself and was trying to make hard decisions over phone calls and FaceTime. Nothing prepares you for that.” Sterett was discharged after one day in the hospital. At the time, Ellen was still on life support. “She didn’t make it. I will always have guilt over that. I feel like I killed my mother because I gave her the virus,” Sterett says. “Truth is, I probably exposed her bransonglobe.com before I even knew I had it myself. Still, it’s really hard to think about.” Sterett says her mom was “everybody’s” mom. “My work girls loved her, too, and fell apart when she passed. She helps put a face on COVID-19, and it’s my hope that people will take care of each other so no one else has to go through this.” Sterett, who says she’ll look for cardinals as a sign from her mom, is still on blood thinners to keep her blood clots in check. She returned to work the day after Memorial Day. More than ever, she is an advocate for masking, as she believes it can help keep the virus from spreading to others, potentially saving lives. “I can talk until I’m blue in the face about the importance of wearing a mask, but some people will never change their mind,” she says. “I know they’re uncomfortable sometimes, but they are so, so, so important. If you’re not worried about yourself, please worry about others and do what you can to protect them. Mask up for me. Mask up for my mom.” Showtimes: 3pm or 8pm 1600 West 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO Call for Tickets: 877-SIX-SHOW theSIXshow.com ׉ 7cassandra://i8UmlLkH5GQIyGva8Ykd9WltCbHK1gOGb4sAoWJcao4v`_CۮmId׉Ebransonglobe.com LOCAL • FACE COVERINGS Continued from page 1 accurate facts.” If the board votes against the bill and its mandated face coverings, that’s its end. If it votes to approve the bill and its mandated face coverings, a “second reading” and another vote would be required. The public may then get a chance to comment on the issue before the “second reading.” Typically, the second reading comes as part of the Consent Agenda for the board’s next regular meeting. The board generally votes on the Consent Agenda, in total, without any public comment. However, an alderman, or member of the public, can request the removal of an item before the board votes. Once removed, it becomes the first item on the meetings Regular Agenda. At that point, the public gets an opportunity to comment on it before the board’s votes. Another possibility is that upon approval of the bill by the board, they seek to have an emergency The comments and staff report supporting the face covering mandate boiled down to one primary point, “It helps control the spread of the COVID-19 virus from one person to another.” Dr. Shawn Usery, MD, FHM, the Chief Medical Officer, Administration, for Cox Medical Center in Branson, presented the science of how that happens. He stressed that one of the primary ways the disease spreads is through respiratory droplets from those with COVID-19. He said, “As I am talking to somebody without a mask on those respiratory droplets travel in the range of about six (6) to eight (8) feet. If I’m singing or yelling, the droplet may go further. ‘Wearing a mask over our nose and mouth, even just a simple cloth mask, reduces the number of droplets and the distance they travel. The distance isn’t zero, and there are still things that second reading at that same meeting. If that happens, there must be a motion and discussion on having the second reading. If the board votes for a second reading, then there must then be another motion to consider the item. The public gets an opportunity to comment on both motions. During the July 16 meeting, the board heard comments from both those against and supporting mandatory face coverings. The reasons against it included the concerns that face coverings don’t prevent the spread of COVID, the impact of wearing masks if not appropriately worn, the impact of wearing masks on other medical conditions, violation of constitutional rights, the potential effect on tourists coming to Branson; enforcement issues, freedom of choice, and many others. make it through, but face masks reduce the risk of transmission from one person to another significantly.’” To illustrate the point, Dr. UsYour Branson Area Weather Source Loving The Ozarks FRI 94 Partly Cloudy Chance For a Shower or Thunderstorm 72 73 74 Branson Area 5 Day Outlook SAT SUN ery shared information about a case from the July 14 CDC Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. It reports on two Springfield, Missouri salon hairstylists who, while working at the salon, unknowingly had COVID-19. In combination, the two stylists worked on over 136 customers during about a week. Both wore masks, as did all of the customers they served. The report indicates that not a single client or other hairstylists in the salon came down with the virus. However, it further points out July 24 - 25, 2020 • 13 that four individuals living in the same “home” as one of the stylists did test positive for COVID-19. In conclusion, the report recommends, the consistent and correct use of face coverings as an important tool for minimizing the spread of COVID-19. MON TUE 95 95 94 90 Partly Cloudy Mostly Sunny Partly Cloudy Chance for a Shower or Thunderstorm 71 Partly Cloudy Chance for a Shower or Thunderstorm _CۮmId_CۮmId P(בCט P(u׉׉ 7cassandra://Wasnv6eRkbY-8tA91PnTmJKEOkrAIq5EzK2THmjMu5Q` ׉ 7cassandra://lRMXCC2sWgzyZqVifYCpHjkwiGnpsc15X23JX07K1LgrB`׉ 7cassandra://Vb-VUgBJfpUyKgoSERsDCjJAuMBj4zaY7OBglR4_gZ0rQ`׉ 7cassandra://cq5bWjhEajFjQzbGV4r4ap_G4TJ7sGGci7tCzF_-PFw&(͠ _CۮmIdDנ_CۮmIdF'B̷9ׁHhttp://bransonglobe.comׁ ׁ Јנ_CۮmIdGeA̷9ׁHhttp://bransonglobe.comׁ ׁ Ј׉E 14 • July 24 - 25, 2020 LOCAL • COFFEE Continued from page 3 Clients and job coaches at Cedar Creek Coffee enjoy baking. (Branson Globe photo by K.D. Michaels) The staff of New Hope Development readies their clients for the work force by helping them prepare resumes, preparing them for interviews, and teaching basic skills needed in the service industry. One room in the center is devoted to hands-on training in skills such as folding laundry and making beds for jobs in the lodging field. Another area teaches skills needed in food service, while a third simulates stocking shelves in a store. Clients also get excellent on-thejob training working in the Cedar Creek kitchen, roasting coffee, and baking Kolaches, -- delicious Czechoslovakian pastries with an assortment of fillings and topped with a delectable dough that nearly bransonglobe.com melts in your mouth! “We help them find a job, and our job coaches will go with them. We’ll provide whatever support they need,” noted Zurn. “We will help with the training, get them comfortable, and then our goal is to fade our support and at the same time help them to develop a natural support in the work place. Area businesses have been so great about helping our individuals and working with them.” Zurn commented that many of their 25 clients have found jobs in the community. Then, Covid-19 hit, and brought with it some challenges. Many of the clients were laid off, or faced reduced hours, and it seemed that Zurn and New Hope were facing an uphill battle. However, it was in the midst of the pandemic that another of Zurn’s dreams became a reality -- the opening of their new coffee shop and cafe on the beautiful campus of Elevate Branson (formerly Jesus was Homeless). “We were at Pizza Ranch one day, doing a taste testing with our new blend of coffee,” remembered Zurn. “That’s when I was approached by Bryan Stallings from Elevate Branson. He said ‘I have this beautiful cafe space, it’s already inspected and ready to go. Why don’t you open your coffee shop there? We would love to have you.’ So, that’s how we started the partnership with Elevate Branson. It just all fell into place. They were right in the middle of their name change, and adding some wonderful things to their program that really just lined up wit hall the things that we do here.” The newly-opened Cedar Creek Coffee and Creations serves a variety of specialty coffees, smoothies, frappes, and the delectable Kolaches. Customers can also enjoy free wi-fi, the use of guest computers, or the selection of board games and card games that are available. The cafe is staffed by clients of New Hope Development, who work as cashiers, baristas, and serve the Kolaches. The clients also enjoy SEE COFFEE, PAGE 15 ׉ 7cassandra://Vb-VUgBJfpUyKgoSERsDCjJAuMBj4zaY7OBglR4_gZ0rQ`_CۮmId׉Ebransonglobe.com LOCAL Submitted to Branson Globe BRANSON, Mo – The City of Branson Utilities Department has agreed to participate in a statewide program to sample the City’s wastewater for COVID-19 indicators that could help monitor trends and provide an early warning of new COVID-19 outbreaks. This program is grant-funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and run by the Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) and the Missouri Department of Natural • COFFEE Continued from page 14 spending time with the customers. Zurn explained, “The guys love to socialize. So, if you want to play cards, or a board game, they’ll do it. They’ll sit down and play or just hang out. They just love talking to the customers, and getting to know people in the community. And that is one of our main purposes, to integrate them with the community and to let people get to know them. They really are amazing!” Zurn’’s clients feel that New Hope Development is amazing, as well, and are quick to share what the program has done for them. One client, Brian, was 18 when he began living in one of the original group homes, and began working for Cedar Creek in 2012. Brian is proud that the New Hope program has taught him responsibility and independence. He stated that he enjoyed baking Kolaches, and loves to teach. In fact, he teaches many classes to his fellow clients, including Life Skills, Independence, Food Safety, and most recently math to help them in running the cash register at the new coffee shop. Another client, Dylan, is a talented entertainer, who enjoys acting, and participates in the Branson Regional Arts Council’s many productions. Dylan is also working on his own variety show, to open soon in Branson. He credits New Hope DeResources (MDNR) as well as the University of Missouri – Columbia. Raw wastewater samples are collected by communities across the state, including Branson, and then are submitted via courier to the University of Missouri. There, a team of scientists conducts a molecular analysis that looks for genetic markers of the virus. “Not only is participating in this program cost-effective since the samples will be taken in conjunction with our normal sampling velopment with helping him learn proper behavior. Dylan also works at the new Cedar Creek Coffee and Creations. “I work at the Kolache station sometimes. I work serving drinks, and sometimes I work as a cashier,” Dylan explained. “The cashier is my favorite position, because i’m very good at counting back change.” The opening of Cedar Creek Coffee and Creations is truly a dream come true for Raeanne Zurn, her staff, and her clients. But, like with most businesses in our area, Covid-19 has presented some problems. The business did a soft opening on June 25, and is currently open three days a week, Thursday and Fridays from 8:00 am until 1:30 pm, and Saturday from 9:00 to 1:00. They are located at 310 Gretna Road, on the campus of Elevate Branson. “Our goal is to be open Monday through Saturday, but we really need the community to come in, to step up and give us their business, so we can stay open” urged Zurn. “The Kolaches are amazing, we can sell them individually, by the dozen, or in party trays, and we’re working on trying to get some curbside service going if you’re not comfortable going inside. It really is a great, quiet spot for a coffee date, or a little Bible study, or just to hang out and visit. We really encourage everyone to come by and see us!” process but it will also provide important data to state officials that has the potential to protect the health and well-being of our community,” said Branson Utilities Director, Mike Ray. While wastewater is not a significant transmission pathway for the virus, sewage surveillance is a proactive effort to inform the public and mitigate any virus spread. Sewage testing has identified the presence of the Coronavirus in areas where no cases have been reported. July 24 - 25, 2020 • 15 City of Branson agrees to test wastewater for coronavirus This gives those communities an early warning and potentially provides earlier notice for implementing prevention measures. The City of Branson plans to conduct this monitoring for at least a year. _CۮmId_CۮmId P(בCט P(u׉׉ 7cassandra://EDZvlYKW6Q4mEAnRJGlQhuVFInNhkJdyOktS3HO9f78` ׉ 7cassandra://8OSUNKQAsU8DJBgfV0XmmiAmBH5phaTgXuYANxlhlYki`׉ 7cassandra://_IKnuc_kosZRlYWpkRUHCV3uT6OQ_4x-o6LMM7xpPHgv`׉ 7cassandra://sOA4pmKi58xp0blu054SWZAe_BthQTYLPHSfg1dDQOw\͠ _CۮmIdHנ_CۮmIdK b̟9ׁHhttp://www.taneycohealth.orgׁ ׁ Јנ_CۮmIdJ&A̷9ׁHhttp://bransonglobe.comׁ ׁ Јנ_CۮmIdLdA̷9ׁHhttp://bransonglobe.comׁ ׁ Ј׉E16 • July 24 - 25, 2020 LOCAL Comments? Questions? Call the Branson Globe at 417-334-9100 Submitted to Branson Globe The Taney County Health Department (TCHD) is reporting 160 cases of COVID-19 in Taney County. There have been 3 deaths, 83 recovered, and 74 active cases. The Taney County Health Department is notifying the public of potential community exposures from multiple COVID-19 positive residents and visitors. Prior to being diagnosed, these individuals went to the following locations: Friday, July 10 • 1 pm Dollar Tree • Saturday, July 11 • Sunday, July 12 • Clockers Café, supper time Casey’s in Forsyth, 15 minutes in the morning Casey’s in Forsyth, 15 minutes in the morning • 8 am Carly’s Health Food Branson bransonglobe.com Update: COVID-19 in Taney County • 12 pm Red Lobster • 1 pm Walmart on Hwy 76 Monday, July 13 • Casey’s in Forsyth, 15 minutes in the morning • 5:30 - 6:30 pm TR fitness Tuesday, July 14 • Casey’s in Forsyth, 15 minutes in the morning • Walmart Branson Hills Parkway, afternoon • 11 am Menards • 1:20 pm Best Buy • 5:30 -7 pm TR fitness Wednesday, July 15 • 9 am Cracker Barrel • 11 am Target If you were at any of these locations during this time, please monitor for symptoms. If symptoms do develop, please notify your healthcare provider for further consultation. For more information, see www.taneycohealth.org, or call 417-334-4544. ׉ 7cassandra://_IKnuc_kosZRlYWpkRUHCV3uT6OQ_4x-o6LMM7xpPHgv`_CۮmId ׉E bransonglobe.com LOCAL IN MEMORY: Kevin Michael Weigler and basketball and later completed a college degree in mathematics from the Evergreen State College in Olympia, Washington. He had a highly productive career during an era of major expansion for mainframe computing in Silicon Valley, working in large-scale computing projects in California, Europe, and Asia for Hewlett-Packard, Tandem, and other cutting-edge companies. He consistently demonstrated Kevin Michael Weigler, age 65, passed away peacefully on Tuesday July 21, 2020, at Shepherd of the Hills Living Center in Branson, MO. He was born July 10, 1955 in Portland, Oregon, growing up in a house filled with animals and next to beautiful forests. During high school he was very active in theater, science, leadership skills, both technically and as a business strategist, specializing in critical thinking and productivity coaching for human capital. Kevin later formed a private consulting company, using his 30 years of hands-on participation in computer systems and marketing to assist innovation and creativity for small and large start-up companies and personal colleagues. He awakened in later years of his life to embrace and promote Christian faith, honor, truth, and patriotic values among men and women, and to spend his time showing his love of country and those who serve that mission. He was a role-model for family and friends in promoting the virtues of hard work, character, and meaningful values, always showing up in the service of those in need. He enjoyed supporting the Music department and the Theatre department at the College of the Ozarks, attending their rehearsals and shows and encouraging the students in scholastics and performing arts. Kevin had a tireless passion for helping people. He frequently volunteered his time at the Hamner’s Variety Theater of Branson and showed faith, devotion and dignity for the elderly as a local volunteer for patients and their families in Compassus Hospice Care services. Kevin exemplified and inspired many by his desire “to be needed, to be wanted and to be able to help.” The license plate for a car he once owned said, “IAM6FT9” which speaks to his personal stature as well as the legacy he’s left in the lives of his friends and family. His absolute commitment to help others is unforgettable and forever. Kevin is survived by his mother, TR Factor, father, Jerry Weigler, sister, Sally DeJesus, brothers, Ben and Will Weigler, step-siblings Jacob and Miranda Weigler, and many nieces and nephews. Family, friends and others, whose lives Kevin touched are invited to the Hamner’s Variety Theater, 3090 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway, Branson, MO 65616 July 26 at 10AM for a Celebration of Life Service, Pastor Dave Hamner officiating In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations may be made to Kevin’s home Churchthe Branson Gospel Evangelistic Center, 3090 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway Branson, MO 65616. July 24 - 25, 2020 • 17 VOTE BRIAN FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE CHRISTIAN CONSERVATIVE VETERAN _CۮmId _CۮmId  P(בCט P(u׉׉ 7cassandra://D6gcv2GEKlFthLe8lg6AgaINXsQBjyPO_Tdf_pYRj7U` ׉ 7cassandra://OdFqgKj8qm-a78Xw7bzpq4F7RW22Ursj4Sbrlyj6Kf4o]`׉ 7cassandra://Sji8TgjzWE7-czJQGBy-Ojv6fX0WmI5w2eAadSJTCMsx`׉ 7cassandra://nFyqKAK87LXvGEvxHYEeJnQpyaGzIAqagfBlQCYrt7Q0`8͠ _CۮmIdMנ_CۮmIdQŁ9ׁH$http://s3licensing.com/Event/EventDeׁ ׁ Јנ_CۮmIdPA̷9ׁHhttp://bransonglobe.comׁ ׁ Јנ_CۮmIdO(]9ׁH%http://mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/ׁ ׁ Јנ_CۮmIdRdA̷9ׁHhttp://bransonglobe.comׁ ׁ Ј׉E 18 • July 24 - 25, 2020 STATE Dove hunters get tips at Aug. 8 program By Francis Skalicky, Courtesy of MDC ASH GROVE, Mo. – Dove hunting is a popular outdoors pastime in Missouri, but the speed and darting actions of a mourning dove in flight can make for a challenging target. People interested in getting more information on how to get this gamebird from the field to their table can sign up for the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) virtual program “Learning to Hunt: Dove Hunting.” MDC’s Andy Dalton Shooting Range and Outdoor Education staff will offer this online program from 8:30-9:30 a.m. on Aug. 8. Among the topics this free class will cover are dove identification, habits and habitats, regulations, safety, hunting strategies, shooting techniques, and game care. People can register for this program at mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/ Event/EventDetails/171721 Though this program is free, regbransonglobe.com Virtual programs offered by Missouri Department of Conservation istration is required to participate using the link above. Registrants must provide an e-mail, so a program link can be sent to them. This program will include a chat-based question-and-answer period where participants can interact with the presenters. MDC’s Andy Dalton Range, at 4897 N. Greene County Farm Road 61, has re-opened to the public. For more information about the Dalton Range, call 417-742-4361. Get tips for dove hunting at MDC’s virtual dove hunting program. (Photo by MDC staff. Courtesy Missouri Dept. of Conservation) July 29 program focuses on rain gardens By Francis Skalicky, Courtesy of MDC CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – Ever since humans began tending small patches of cultivated ground, the words “rain” and “garden” have gone together. Today, these two words have merged to describe an innovative and eco-friendly landscaping device. People can get learn more about rain gardens in the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) free virtual program “Rain Garden Tour.” This online program will be 10-10:30 a.m. on July 29 and is being put on by the staff of MDC’s Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center. This program is designed for people ages 12 and up. People can register for this program at: https://mdc-event-web. s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/173710 In essence, a rain garden is a shallow depression that captures rain water and holds it until it is absorbed into the ground, evaporates, or is taken up by plants. They are great landscaping devices for dealing with storm water run-off or for a soggy spot in the yard. With the appropriate soil, proper plants, and good design; water is absorbed quickly. A well-functioning rain garden is a small bio-retention cell that “cleans” storm water and reduces its volume (through rapid absorption) once it enters the garden. Rain gardens also provide important habitat for pollinating insects, birds, and other wildlife. Though this program is free, registration is required to participate using the link above. Registrants must provide an e-mail, so a program link can be sent to them. This program will include a chat-based question-and-answer period where participants can interact with the presenters. ׉ 7cassandra://Sji8TgjzWE7-czJQGBy-Ojv6fX0WmI5w2eAadSJTCMsx`_CۮmId ׉Ebransonglobe.com STATE July 24 - 25, 2020 • 19 St. Louis angler catches state record longear sunfish By Jill Pritchard Courtesy of Dept. of Conservation JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) congratulates Robert Audrain III of St. Louis for catching a new state record longear sunfish. Audrain was fishing from a private pond in Franklin County July 3 when he caught the 4-ounce fish. “I was fishing off my father-inlaw’s dock at a private lake a little south of Eureka,” Audrain said. “I was with my 12-year-old son and we knew there was some goodsized sunfish in the lake. I was using my handline and it was the first line I threw in when we caught the fish.” The sunfish was weighed on a certified scale at MDC’s St. Louis Regional Office. It’s the 8th state-record fish recorded for 2020. “It’s funny because most of my friends thought it was a joke,” laughed Audrain. “Because of the fish’s size, they really didn’t think that it was a record.” The previous record was a 3-ounce fish caught in 1993 in Lick Log Creek. “The previous record was recognized before the requirement to meet or exceed the Master Angler Award minimum was instituted,” explained MDC Fisheries Programs Specialist Andrew Branson. “Even though this new record is below the Master Angler Award minimum of 8-ounces, it still beats the existing record.” As for his new record, Audrain said he plans to mount the sunfish. “My buddy’s father is a taxidermist, and I think I’m going to have him mount it,” he said. “But I think my son and I are going to try for another record. We’re pretty sure there’s a bigger fish in that lake. I think it’d be cool for him to beat my record!” Missouri state-record fish are recognized in two categories: pole-and-line and alternative methods. Alternative methods include: trotlines, throwlines, limblines, banklines, juglines, spearfishing, snagging, snaring, gigging, grabbing, archery, and atlatl. Robert Audrain III of St. Louis is the latest record-holder after catching a 4-ounce longear sunfish July 3 off a private lake in Franklin County. (Photo by MDC Staff, courtesy Missouri Department of Conservation) _CۮmId _CۮmId  P(בCט P(u׉׉ 7cassandra://NukbgjRNdhfvC-GE4FXYZ3pJJcGLHZVSULRtdek0sjA^` ׉ 7cassandra://iKKgKRxPnMRDnwTjilvCIgtdKN2AeSlCSx75hsI9zQwR`׉ 7cassandra://y7W9kaTvqpyqRoAIk2KU7r6CJ4JieJlDlASBWbUggcÁ`׉ 7cassandra://CfUT_PucRRmoq7JEhR1PLrMTPyAIBHnTrrRh8wh1lv8A+0͠ _CۮmIdSנ_CۮmIdU@̷9ׁHhttp://bransonglobe.comׁ ׁ Јנ_CۮmIdVe@̷9ׁHhttp://bransonglobe.comׁ ׁ Ј׉E 520 • July 24 - 25, 2020 STATE Courtesy of MO Dept. Economic Development JEFFERSON CITY: The Missouri labor market’s recovery continued in June 2020, following the major job losses earlier in the year from COVID-19 shutdowns. Employment, seasonally adjusted, increased by 71,600 jobs over the month, and over-the year job losses, though still substantial, were less than in April and May. The state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased more than two full percentage points from May 2020 to June 2020, while May’s rate was unchanged from preliminary estimates. Missouri’s smoothed seasonally adjusted unemployment rate went down by 2.2 percentage points in June 2020, decreasing to 7.9 percent from a revised May 2020 rate of 10.1 percent. The national unemployment rate was 11.1 percent in June 2020. Missouri’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate has now been either below or equal to the national rate for 64 consecutive months. Employment, seasonally adjusted, increased by 71,600 jobs over the month to total 2,689,200. Combining May and June, Missouri recovered approximately one-third of the jobs lost in March and April. The estimated number of unemployed Missourians was 237,649 in June 2020, down by 65,998 from May’s 303,647. The state’s not-seasonally-adjusted rate was also 7.9 percent in June 2020, down by 1.9 percentage points from the May 2020 not-seasonally-adjusted rate of 9.8 percent. The corresponding national rate was 11.2 percent. bransonglobe.com Missouri Department of Economic Development releases June jobs report Missouri’s seasonally adjusted rate had reached a record low of 3.0 percent starting in July 2018, before edging up a tenth of a point in November 2018 and again in February 2018. The rate had remained at 3.2 percent through May 2019 before decreasing by a tenth of a point in June 2019. It then began a slow increase, reaching 3.4 percent in October 2019, where it remained for the remainder of 2019. The rate was steady at 3.5 percent in January and February 2020 before the COVID-19 spike began in March 2020. A year ago, the state’s seasonally adjusted rate was 3.1 percent, and the not-adjusted rate was 3.4 percent. Missouri’s seasonally adjusted nonfarm payroll employment was 2,689,200 in June 2020, up by 71,600 from the revised May figure. However, the May 2020 total was revised downward by 21,800 from the preliminary estimate, producing a revised increase of 50,900 jobs from April 2020 to May 2020 and a revised decrease of 282,400 jobs from May 2019 to May 2020. Private-sector employment gains SEE JOBS REPORT, PAGE 21 ׉ 7cassandra://y7W9kaTvqpyqRoAIk2KU7r6CJ4JieJlDlASBWbUggcÁ`_CۮmId ׉Ebransonglobe.com STATE • JOBS REPORT Continued from page 20 over the month were widespread, with substantial increases in both goods-producing industries (+9,700 jobs) and service-providing industries (+61,900 jobs). Goods-producing gains were concentrated in manufacturing (+9,900 jobs). Among service-providing industries, leisure & hospitality – the sector hardest hit by COVID-19 – added 36,400 jobs in June, with 31,100 of those coming in accommodation & food services. Trade, transportation & utilities added 20,500 jobs, professional & business services added 4,400 and “other services” added 2,700. An exception to the gains occurred in educational & health services (-3,000 jobs). An increase of 3,100 jobs in local government was mostly offset by a loss of 2,800 jobs in state government, while federal government employment showed little change. While payroll employment improved over the month, it still showed a sizable decrease over the year, though less so than in April and May. Total payroll employment decreased by 209,600 jobs from June 2019 to June 2020. As in May, over-the-year job losses were all but universal, with only federal government (+1,000, helped by hiring for the decennial census of population) and construction spared. Goods-producing industries lost 16,000 jobs over the year, and service-providing industries lost 193,600 jobs. Manufacturing employment was down by 16,100 (-5.8 percent), while construction showed a small increase of 400 jobs (+0.3 percent). Among service-providing industries, leisure & hospitality lost 77,300 jobs (-25.1 percent) over the year. The sector had lost half its total employment between April 2019 and April 2020, but has cut that loss to a quarter of its total employment between June 2019 and June 2020. Trade, transportation & utilities lost 26,700 jobs (-4.9 percent), while employment in professional & business services was down by 23,900 (-6.3 percent). Educational & health services lost 20,800 jobs (-4.3 percent). Government employment decreased by 28,500 jobs, (-6.5 percent), with losses of 18,900 jobs in local government and 10,600 jobs in state government. July 24 - 25, 2020 • 21 _CۮmId_CۮmId  P(בCט P(u׉׉ 7cassandra://FYfKB_nuZtmucy45bb76VA7gkTA84KVbDaW3teo8stQ-` ׉ 7cassandra://0Nxos2ocUpp3YKVKbA6NMYf6mc-JXMHbFURYfj2VISQ`׉ 7cassandra://SRhUaGAMz2tvlhtn6XUe2Tp1uwRoVwJCPfUeeYLjVfQv+`׉ 7cassandra://JETlNzd8DrXZywcagcXszhj2kyij2X_YwXuHZ5OYCyg/͠ _CۮmIdWנ_CۮmIdYA̷9ׁHhttp://bransonglobe.comׁ ׁ Јנ_CۮmIdZd@̷9ׁHhttp://bransonglobe.comׁ ׁ Ј׉E 22 • July 24 - 25, 2020 HISTORY bransonglobe.com Today in History: Movies, sports and more • 1148 Louis VII of France lays siege to Damascus during the Second Crusade • 1534 Jacques Cartier lands in Canada, claims it for France • 1567 Mary Queen of Scots is forced to abdicate; her 1-year-old son becomes King James VI of Scots • 1758 George Washington elected to Virginia House of Burgesses representing Frederick County • 1824 Harrisburg Pennsylvanian newspaper publishes results of 1st public opinion poll, with a clear lead for Andrew Jackson • 1832 Benjamin Bonneville leads the first wagon train across the Rocky Mountains by Wyoming’s South Pass • 1847 Brigham Young and his Mormon followers arrive at Salt Lake City, Utah • 1866 Tennessee becomes 1st Confederate state readmitted to Union • 1905 Tsar Nicholas II (Russia) and Emperor Wilhelm II (Germany) sign the Björkö Treaty, whereby each country agrees to come to the other’s defense if attacked by European powers • 1911 American explorer Hiram Bingham discovers Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas • 1917 Trial of Dutch exotic dancer Mata Hari begins in Paris for allegedly spying for Germany and thus causing the deaths of 50,000 soldiers • 1943 Operation Gomorrah: RAF begins bombing Hamburg (till 3rd August), creating a firestorm and killing 42,600 people • 1959 US Vice President Richard Nixon argues with Nikita Khrushchev, known as “Kitchen Debate” • 1967 First modern hospice St Christopher’s founded by Dr. Cicely Saunders in London, England, beginning of modern palliative care and the hospice movement • 1969 Apollo 11 returns to Earth • 1974 Supreme Court unanimously rules Nixon must turn over Watergate tapes • 1978 Billy Martin resigns as Yankee manager after “one is a born liar the other a convicted one” comment about Steinbrenner and Jackson • 2015 US President Barack Obama begins an historic 2 day visit to Kenya • 2017 Donald Trump’s sonin-law, Jared Kushner says he did not collude with Russia after meeting with Senate investigators • 2019 Global warming is the fastest in 2,000 years and scientific consensus that humans are the cause is at 99%, according to three major reports published in journals “Nature” and “Nature Geoscience” • 2019 New UK PM Boris Johnson drastically reshapes cabinet in his first day in office, appointing Dominic Raab as Foreign Secretary, Priti Patel as Home Secretary and Sajid Javid as Chancellor • 2019 Special counsel Robert Mueller reports to the US Senate that President Trump was not exonerated of obstruction of justice and that Russia interfered in US election to benefit Trump • 2019 Facebook agrees to pay $5 billion fine, largest ever for violating consumer privacy, to the US Federal Trade Commission EXP. 7/31/20 ׉ 7cassandra://SRhUaGAMz2tvlhtn6XUe2Tp1uwRoVwJCPfUeeYLjVfQv+`_CۮmId׉E bransonglobe.com HISTORY Movies & TV • 1952 “High Noon”, American Western film directed by Fred Zinnemann, starring Gary Cooper and Thomas Mitchell, is released • 1974 “Death Wish”, based on the novel by Brian Garfield, directed by Michael Winner and starring Charles Bronson is released in the US • 1998 “Saving Private Ryan”, directed by Steven Spielberg, starring Tom Hanks, Edward Burns and Matt Damon, is released (Academy Awards Best Director 1999) Music • 1942 Irving Berlin’s musical “This is the Army” premieres in NYC • 1965 Bob Dylan releases “Like a Rolling Stone” • 1982 Single “Eye Of The Tiger” by Survivor from “Rocky III” soundtrack starts 6-week run at No. 1 on US charts (Grammy for Best Rock Performance) • 1984 “Careless Whisper” single released by George Michael (Billboard Song of the Year 1985) Sports • 1958 Ted Williams is fined $250 for spitting at Boston fans again • 1961 Edwin Newman becomes news anchor of Today Show • 1983 Pine Tar Game: George Brett’s HR disallowed against Yanks (overturned) • 2005 92nd Tour de France: no winner; Lance Armstrong retires after winning a record seventh consecutive victory but disqualified in 2012 for doping • 2019 19-year-old Hungarian swimmer Kristóf Milák breaks Michael Phelps’ 10 year old 200m butterfly world record at the World Championships in Gwangju, South Korea; swims 1:50.73, 0.78s faster than Phelps Birthdays • 1783 Simón Bolívar, Venezuelan political and military leader (freed 6 Latin American republics from Spanish rule), born in Caracas (d. 1830) • 1802 Alexandre Dumas, French author (The Three Musketeers, The Count of Monte Cristo), born in Aisne, France (d. 1870) • 1897 Amelia Earhart, American aviator (1st woman to fly solo across the Atlantic), born in Atchison, Kansas (d. 1939) • 1900 Zelda Fitzgerald, American writer (This Side of Paradise) and wife of writer F. Scott Fitzgerald, born in Montgomery, 1948) Alabama (d. • 1920 Bella Abzug “Battling Bella”, American politician, feminist and activist (Rep-DNY, 1970-74), born in New York City (d. 1998) • 1936 Ruth Buzzi, Westerly RI, comedienne (Laugh-In, Margie-That Girl) • 1948 Marvin the Martian, Warner Bros. cartoon character created by Chuck Jones and Michael Maltese (Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies series), first debuts in “Haredevil Hare” • 1949 Michael Richards, American comedian (Fridays, Kramer-Seinfeld), born in Los Angeles, California • 1951 Lynda Carter, American actress (Wonder Woman, Sky High) and Miss USA (1973), born in Phoenix, Arizona • 1953 Claire McCaskill, American politician, junior senator from Missouri • 1957 Pam Tillis, American country singer (Melancholy Child), born in Plant City, Florida • 1963 Karl Malone, American Basketball Hall of Fame forward (Utah Jazz, Olympic • 1964 Barry Bonds, American • baseball left fielder (MLB home-run record [762], 7 x NL MVP), born in Riverside, California • 1968 Kristin Chenoweth, American singer and actress 1969 Jennifer Lopez, actress and pop singer (Selena), born in The Bronx, New York • 1981 Summer Glau, American actress • 1982 Anna Paquin, Canadian-born New Zealand Oscar-winning actress (The Piano, True Blood), born in Winnipeg, Manitoba • 1989 Carley Ann McCord, American sports reporter July 24 - 25, 2020 • 23 (Cox Sports TV; in-game host New Orleans Pelicans, New Orleans Saints), born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana (d. 2019) • 1998 Bindi Irwin, Australian TV personality, conservationist; daughter of Steve Irwin, born in Buderim, Australia _CۮmId_CۮmId P(בCט P(u׉׉ 7cassandra://o-SFSBKMQtNOQT_Y_Ztytwg1emMhCrXxwDXXHrVD8lgC` ׉ 7cassandra://xloJqiJaO8xQIIp9EAsoz7oR0L8eR5aDL2LRcAxVhk8`׉ 7cassandra://AO_g1_qauD1-9_t0P9VkfqCrYV6Z1-02fg2wT4c16xQ}~`׉ 7cassandra://hjoSPaA85Z8CMyKhZXrjyQpRP3sStcYoFQWPAQA1guQӕ3͠ _CۮmId[נ_CۮmId`NMe 9ׁHhttp://azsalesmo.comׁ ׁ Јנ_CۮmId_́f9ׁHhttp://goff-hvac.comׁ ׁ Јנ_CۮmId^X߁9ׁHmailto:info@bransonglobe.comׁ ׁ Јנ_CۮmId]'A̷9ׁHhttp://bransonglobe.comׁ ׁ Јנ_CۮmIdf FF̿ 9ׁH http://renttoownautosbranson.comׁ ׁ Јנ_CۮmIddN9ׁHhttp://www.soheapts.comׁ ׁ Јנ_CۮmIdbl̈9ׁHhttp://www.soheapts.comׁ ׁ Јנ_CۮmIdad@̷9ׁHhttp://bransonglobe.comׁ ׁ Ј׉E 24 • July 24 - 25, 2020 CLASSIFIEDS bransonglobe.com DEADLINES FOR CLASSIFIEDS Wednesday’s paper: Tuesday 9 am Friday’s paper: Thursday 9 am Sunday’s paper: Friday 11 am Email: info@bransonglobe.com Call: (417) 334-9100 NOTICES & MEETINGS TO ENSURE THE BEST RESPONSE TO YOUR AD... 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