bransonglobe.com LOCAL More COVID-19 cases active in Taney County Staff Reports COVID-19 continues plaguing Taney County with the number of cases at 97 at press time. As always, TCHD is investigating the cases, and will release more information as it becomes available. Many of these cases are community spread. There have been 2 deaths, and 31 recovered. Last week was a particularly active week, with the department confirming 12 new COVID-19 cases in just 24 hours. Prior to being diagnosed, these 12 cases are known to have visited the following locations: SATURDAY, JUNE 27TH 10:30 am – 7:30 pm Smith Creek Moonshine at Tanger Outlet Mall (masked) Submitted to Branson Globe The American Red Cross has scheduled a blood drive at Our Lady of the Lake Parish Center, 202 Vaughn Drive, Branson on July 24 from noon until 5 p.m. The blood drive is sponsored by the Knights of Columbus at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church. There is a critical shortage of all blood types and blood products, and all eligible donors are SUNDAY, JUNE 28TH Morning Walmart Super Center at Branson Hills (masked) MONDAY, JUNE 29TH 4:45 am – 2:45 pm Scooters in Forsyth (masked) 10:30 am – 4:00 pm Smith Creek Moonshine at Tanger Outlet Mall (masked) 4:00 pm – 4:30 pm Walmart Super Center at Branson Hills (unmasked) 5:00 pm – 5:30 pm Walmart Super Center at Branson Hills (masked) TUESDAY, JUNE 30TH 4:45 am – 7:30 am Scooters in Forsyth (masked) 12:30 pm – 12:40 pm Walmart on Hwy 76 (masked) Early afternoon Pancho Villa, Branson (unmasked) encouraged to give. If you are at least 18 years old, weigh at least 110 lbs., and are in good health, you may be eligible to donate. To donate, bring a valid photo I.D. and/or a Red Cross donor card. For the safety of donors, volunteers and collection staff, all health precautions will be enforced. Temperatures will be checked at the door. Wear a Afternoon YMCA, Hollister (unmasked) WEDNESDAY, JULY 1ST 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Smith Creek Moonshine at Branson Landing (masked) 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. Taney County Health department is asking that everyone wear a face covering or mask, follow social distancing guidelines and stay home if you are sick. For more information contact the Taney County Health Department at 417-334-4544, visit our website at www.taneycohealth.org, or like our FaceBook, Instagram and Pinterest pages. American Red Cross blood drive scheduled July 24 mask; if you don’t have a mask, one will be provided for you. And, as always, if you are not feeling well, please stay home. Appointments to donate are recommended. Go to www.redcrossblood.org to schedule your appointment. Support Our Local Veterans! July 8-9, 2020 • 3 City requires face coverings in city facilities; offers virtual alternatives for doing business Submitted to Branson Globe BRANSON, Mo – Starting Wednesday, July 8, 2020, at 8 a.m. the City of Branson will require anyone entering a City facility to wear a face-covering to help slow the spread of COVID-19. This includes the Branson Parks & Recreation’s RecPlex, the Branson Police Department and City Hall. In addition, anyone who attends Municipal Court at City Hall will also be required to wear a face covering. The city also remind citizens to use the city website – www.bransonmo.gov – to take care of almost everything that would typically be handled in person at city offices. Utilities and tickets can be paid • FORD TRUCKS Continued from page 1 9 AM – 3 PM - Registration Saturday, July 11, 2020 9 AM Flag/Remembrance Ceremony Following Ceremony – Noon Registration 9 AM – 4 PM Live DJ “Wildman” 1:30 PM - Games (Weather Permitting) online at bransonmo.gov/308/Online-Payments. Payments can also be mailed, or patrons can utilize the dropbox located on the south side of City Hall near the Police Department. Business and liquor licensing and tourism tax payments can be done electronically as well, or can also be dropped in the City Hall dropbox. More detailed payment instructions can be found at http:// bransonmo.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1065. It is also possible to report an incident to the Branson Police Department and request records virtually. Find more detailed information about that at http://bransonmo. gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1076. 4:00 PM - Trophies “There are plenty of shade trees to sit under so bring your lawn chairs,” Weather suggested, adding “ but don’t be surprised if you don’t sit in them much. Come expecting to have lots of fun and make friends that will last a lifetime.” Show organizers ask the public to practice Social Distancing and wear face masks if that makes them feel comfortable. Meet Hachi, Our July Pet of the Month www.turtlecreekbranson.com Hachi is a great dog and an emotional support animal. He's unique when it's time to work. He is very energetic when it's time to play. He brings peace and happiness to his owner's home. info@turtlecreekbranson.com
4 Publizr Home