bransonglobe.com LOCAL Woman is county’s third death during pandemic Special to Branson Globe The Taney County Health Department announces the third death from COVID-19 in Taney County. The individual was a woman in her 80’s. “We are heartbroken to announce the third death in our county from COVID-19,” said Lisa Marshall, Director of the TCHD. “We want to express our sincerest condolences to the patient’s family and loved ones.” Marshall went on to state, “This is a time for each community member to take social responsibility to slow the spread of COVID-19. Please wear a face covering or mask, follow social distancing guidelines, Submitted to Branson Globe The northbound lane of Veterans Boulevard at the Main Street intersection will be closed beginning at 6 a.m. through 9 a.m. Monday, July 13, 2020, for the wash your hands and stay home if you are sick.” TCHD continues to urge those with COVID-19 symptoms to seek testing through their healthcare provider. Our news partner Hometown Daily News was one of several media outlets that received information about a possible confirmed case of COVID-19 at the K-1 Camp outside of Branson. While no official confirmation has been received as of Friday morning, a story published on the NBC News Website Thursday indicates that a parent of a camper at the K-1 camp received an e-mail from officials at Kanakuk Monday night that K-1 had a confirmed COVID installation of an HVAC unit. Traffic delays are expected in this area. Motorists are encouraged to follow the detour signs that will be in place and use an alternate route if possible. Please be aware case and was ending their session midterm. Springfield’s NBC Affiliate KY-3 asked for confirmation from Kanakuk Communications Director Jeff Mason but only got confirmation of the cases being worked from the K-2 Camp in Stone County. Kanakuk did release a statement later confirming the 34 positive cases that were confirmed with onsite testing at the K-2 Camp in Lampe. For more information about COVID-19 Taney County, contact the Taney County Health Department at 417-334-4544. In Stone County, call the Stone County Health Department at (417) 272-0050. Veterans Boulevard lane closure Monday, July 13 of signage, traffic cones, and work crews in the marked Work Zone. For questions regarding this project, please contact the Public Works Department at 417-3378559. Thank you for reading the Branson Globe! SYCOYA is a 2 year old male. He was owner relinquished because the owner couldn’t care for him anymore. He is good with kids, cats and dogs. This sweet babe is very curious and loving. Come by the shelter and meet this cutie. 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 July 12 - 14, 2020 • 3 Pets of the Week Tri-Lakes Humane Society, Reeds Spring Call (417) 272-8113 or visit www.tri-lakeshumanesoc.org LINDA is a 4 year old female Terrier mix. She was left with a friend to babysit and the owner never came back to get her. She is house trained and loves to play. She is good on a leash and gets along well with other dogs but don’t ask her to share her food. She is a very very sweet dog and loves to be loved.
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