College of the Ozarks will host the 2013 Work Ethic Forum: Developing a Strong Character for Your Vocation featuring FOX News Anchor Harris Faulkner on Thursday, April 11, at 7 p.m. in Jones Auditorium. Three hundred free tickets to this event are available on a first-come, first-serve basis on Monday. Individuals interested in attending, may pick up their tickets at The Keeter Center front desk on Monday, April 8, between 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
“Even though seating at this event is limited because of space, the College wants to ensure that interested community members have a chance to hear this accomplished individual speak,” said Dean of Character Education Dr. Sue Head.

As a news anchor and popular radio talk show host, Mrs. Faulkner has earned six Emmy Awards for journalism, a lifetime achievement award from the state of Kansas, and degrees in mass communications and media. Raised on Army bases in the U.S. and Germany and after many years as a journalist, she has learned a key to accomplishment is accepting that change is inevitable and necessary.

Mrs. Faulkner considers her latest victory joining the #1 cable news network, FOX News Channel, as an Anchor.
She recently authored Breaking News: God has a Plan, in which she writes of her journey as a public figure with a deadly secret that a dangerous man was stalking her and wanted her dead. In Breaking News, Mrs. Faulkner demonstrates for readers how to turn their worst circumstances into opportunities. “Sometimes life forces us to choose excellence,” she says.

After reporting and anchoring for the nationally syndicated newsmagazine “A Current Affair,” Mrs. Faulkner could be seen on CNN “Headline News” and as a fill-in host on the “Nancy Grace Show.” She also made some 50 guest appearances as a correspondent on MSNBC, COURT TV, CNBC and CNN in 2005.
Seating to this ticketed event is limited; tickets will go fast and may only be acquired in person at The Keeter Center on Monday. For more information on the Work Ethic Forum featuring FOX News Anchor Harris Faulkner, please contact (417) 690-2242.

Branson Country USA with Special Guest CJ Newsom of Patsy Cline Remembered Show – April 5th, 2013

Branson Country USA is co-hosted by Grand Country nuts, Jamie Haage, as Jim Dandy, and Mike Patrick! With a rotating roster of talent, the show features special guest stars from the rich Branson entertainment industry. From celebrities such as Mickey Gilley and Roy Clark to the up-and-coming stars of tomorrow, the weekly line-up is always a hit!

Audiences also enjoy the incredible voices of Jackie Brown, Melody Hart and the power harmonies of New South, both weekly regulars on the show. The entire show is backed by the dynamic Grand Band.

Recorded LIVE on Friday night at 10:30 PM
This show is broadcast on radio stations around the country.
Airing Saturday nights at 7:00 PM on KRZK – 106.3 in Branson, MO.
And Sunday nights at 9:00 PM. on KHOZ – 102.9 in Harrison, AR.

You can also listen via the internet. www.bransoncountryusa.net
Show airs at 7:00 PM (cst.) – Every Saturday Night

Grand Country Music Hall
1945 W. 76 Country Blvd.
Branson, MO 65616
417-335-2484 – Reservations
417-336-5829 – Fax

By: Tyler Lopez

Former classmates and choristers of Associate Professor of Music Lynda Jesse are invited to join the 2013 Chorale for an Alumni Reunion Concert Retreat and Performance. “Come join us as we raise our voices in song by singing our favorite repertoire from the early days of Doc John (Mizell) to the recent songs of the last Italian tour and beyond,” said Jesse.

Rehearsals will take place on Friday, April 12, at 7 p.m., and on Saturday, April 13, at 10 a.m., in the Gittinger Music Center. A pre-rehearsal mixer is scheduled to take place in the recital hall lobby at 6:30 p.m. on Friday night.

The concert is free and open to the public and will take place on Sunday, April 14, at 3 p.m., in the Williams Memorial Chapel.

Alumni interested in participating should contact Ms. Jesse at [email protected].

(From L) C of O Rotaract President Paige Wilson, Branson Daybreakers member Gabe Miller, RYLA Scholarship recipient/S of O student McKenna Bliss, Daybreakers President Inez Gibbs, and Assistant District Governor for Rotary District 6080 Shawn Pingleton.

The Branson Daybreakers Rotary Club awarded School of the Ozarks freshman McKenna Bliss with a scholarship to attend the Rotary Youth Leadership Academy (RYLA) at William Woods College. The scholarship will cover expenses associated with attending the summer RYLA academy, Rotary’s leadership training program for young people.

A Daybreakers selection committee chose McKenna based on her demonstrated service to the community.
“Daybreakers wants to recognize Miss Bliss for her commitment to service and honor her publicly in front of her peers,” said Gabe Miller, Daybreakers member who is active in the New Generations Program.

Branson Daybreakers President Inez Gibbs, Assistant District Governor for Rotary District 6080 Shawn Pingleton and Mr. Miller presented the scholarship to McKenna during an S of O morning assembly on Wednesday, April 3. For more information on RYLA, go to www.moryla.org.

As many of you may know, Joey Riley has been diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer, surgery was inoperable and he is facing chemo treatments in the very near future. Joey does not have medical insurance and we at the Clay Cooper Theatre are having a benefit show and silent auction for him, to help him and his family with his overwhelming medical expenses. We would be grateful for any items that can be auctioned both large and small. Thank you in advance for your support. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Pat Veach @ (417) 337-7123 or (417) 332-2529.

When: April 20th @ 2pm
Where: The Clay Cooper Theatre
Donation: $25.00 at the door
Details of the show will be announced soon!
Silent Auction: donated items will be auctioned

(All proceeds will go to the “Benefit of Joey Riley”)

Donations may also be made in the name of “Benefit of Joey Riley” at Bank of Missouri, 800 Highway 248, Ste. C, Branson, MO 65616