For the second time this week, a local public servant has announced their retirement. Camdenton City Administrator Jeff Hancock has submitted a six-month notice to the Board of Aldermen. Hancock’s last day with the city will be January 21st. At that time, he will have worked for over 44 years in local government, spread over 10 communities. Osage Beach Fire Chief Jeff … [Read More]
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Sweet Gets Two Life Sentences for Killings at River View RV Park
A Rolla man who killed two people in Lake Ozark has been given two life sentences. Gary Sweet entered a guilty plea to two counts of second-degree murder for the … [Read More]
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Chief Dorhauer Hopes to Help Select Replacement
The Osage Beach Fire Protection District has officially posted the job opening to replace retiring Chief Jeff Dorhauer. Although it’s a board decision, Dorhauer … [Read More...]
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At Least Two More Drownings Statewide Over the Weekend
At least two more drownings, statewide, are being reported by the highway patrol. The first happened early Friday night when a 17-year-old from Springfield, Illinois, was walking in shallow water of Mark Twain Lake in Ralls County when he moved into the deeper … [Read More]
Another Boat Fire
Not many details are available but the highway patrol does say that no one was injured after another boat fire here at the Lake. A highway patrol tweet says the incident happened around the Saturday evening near the 59-mile mark. The vessel was, reportedly, … [Read More]
Lake Ozark May Regulate Golf Carts in City Limits
A lake area city is considering regulating the use of golf carts within city limits. There have been at least two injury accidents involving carts around the lake so far this year. After Police Chief Gary Launderville brought up the subject during a recent … [Read More]
MAAL Sues USDA Over Animal Welfare Act Enforcement
An organization that fights for legislation to protect animals is suing the USDA for what it says are recent actions that will weaken the ability to crack down on puppy mills. The USDA changed their guidelines and now list infractions as “teachable moments.” … [Read More]
Lake Ozark to Amend Noise Ordinance
An amendment to a recently-adopted noise ordinance tops the agenda for the Lake Ozark Board of Aldermen meeting this week. Earlier this year, the city adopted an ordinance banning amplified music after 11pm on weeknights and midnight Fridays and Saturdays. Now … [Read More]
Lake Area Narcotics Enforcement Group Releases Quarterly Stats
It’s been a busy few months for the Lake Area Narcotics Enforcement Group. According to a press release issued through the Camden County Sheriff’s Office, LANEG seized over 1000 grams of methamphetamine between April 1st and June 30th. That includes the … [Read More]
Eldon Woman Accused of Hiding Drugs in Kids’ Toys
An Eldon woman facing drug-related charges was allegedly hiding used syringes in her kids’ video game cases. Eldon Police were called when Shannon Wazir realized her two kids had been taken out of the home. Her husband said he knew where the kids were, and … [Read More]
Stolen Truck Linked to Burglaries in Morgan County
A truck reported stolen in Morgan County is apparently being used in a crime spree. Morgan County Sheriff Norman Dills says the truck was stolen from Highway FF southwest of Stover on July 7th. Since that time, the Sheriff says it has been linked to at least … [Read More]
Retiring Chief Dorhauer Says “Thank You” to the Community
Earlier this week, Osage Beach Fire Chief Jeff Dorhauer announced his retirement from the district after 30 years of service. The move is largely a result of medical issues. He says it was a difficult decision that he made after consulting with his family. The … [Read More]
ATVs, Tools Stolen from Barns in Iberia
There are more reports of thefts in the Iberia area. The most recent case involves a pair of ATVs and several tools, including chainsaws, saws, drills, and more. The theft occurred last weekend at a farm on Rabbit Head Road. The items taken, including a 2018 … [Read More]
