bransonglobe.com LOCAL Face masks vital to controlling the spread of COVID-19 in Branson By Gary J. Groman, a.k.a. The Ole Seagull Nationally, there is an increased emphasis on the importance of face masks in preventing the spread of the COVID-19 virus. The headline of the June 25, 2020 edition of the Philadelphia Inquirer reads, “Coronavirus cases rise in states with relaxed face mask policies.” The article reports that in the 16 • MUSEUM Continued from page 1 And don’t come looking for Sammy Lane,” Jim adds. “You won’t find her.” That’s because the female singer was just a fictional character in Harold Bell Wright’s Shepherd of the Hills novel of 1907. You will find plenty of memorabilia and artifacts about the author and much more about Branson’s rich history. The Branson Centennial Museum features rotating exhibits and a small gift shop, with the largest selection of local books in Taney County. There you’ll find the historic timeline of Branson, as well as the music show timeline of stars and entertainers who have, and are tostates currently recommending, but not requiring the wearing of face masks in public, “coronavirus cases have risen by 84% over the last two weeks. In the 11 states that mandate wearing of masks in public... new cases have fallen by 25% over the last two weeks.” Kara Miller, Community Health Educator, and back up Public Information Officer for the Taney day, entertaining Branson visitors of all ages. The Museum is operated by the White River Valley Historical Society. Country Health Department, emphasized the importance of wearing face masks to reduce the spread of COVID-19. When asked if wearing a mask was as crucial as social distancing, Miller said, “It’s more important because COVID-19 spreads through droplets.” She said that they have found that the wearing of a face mask reduces the exposure SEE MASKS, PAGE 8 Admission is free. Donations are welcome and appreciated. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday. June 26-27, 2020 • 3 Pets of the Week Tri-Lakes Humane Society, Reeds Spring Call (417) 272-8113 or visit www.tri-lakeshumanesoc.org SHEILA is a 2 year old female. She was found as a stray. Sheila does well with people and she likes other cats as well. She is pretty calm and observant. This girl is such a charmer, you are going to want to take her home. Jean and Jim Babcock of the Branson Centennial Museum. (Branson Globe photo by Jay Mejia) Chance is a 3 year male old Terrier. His owners moved and abandoned him behind the police department. The police took him in, but while they were playing with him he took off and returned to his old home. They found him hiding in a closet. Such a loyal dog! Ruger is a 12 week old mini Meet RUGER, Our June Pet of the Month www.turtlecreekbranson.com Australian Shepherd. He has two modes play, play, play, or sleep. Ruger is very smart, sometimes too smart for his own good. He loves most people and kids but doesn’t quite know what to think of other dogs yet. info@turtlecreekbranson.com
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