FIRE & THUNDER FIREWORKS T-SHIRTS GO ON SALE MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND!
PSA FROM THE SHELL KNOB CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR SHELIA HOUSE
Shell Knob, Missouri – May 18, 2012 Fire & Thunder Fireworks t-shirts go on sale Memorial Day Weekend. In 2012, the public was invited to participate in the design of the popular t-shirts via an open contest. Forty-nine entries were received and the committee of six narrowed the choices down to three finalist. The three final designs were put on display for anonymous voting at the April Home & Business Show. The winning design, a night scene with fireworks over the Shell Knob bridge, was created by Blue Eye High School Junior Shanna Martin. The other two finalist were Shell Knob resident T. J. Gureski with a tie-dyed theme and Shell Knob Middle School student Randy Robbins, with his fishing bobber entry. Congratulations to all the contestants!
Fireworks t-shirts will be available for sale at the Chamber of Commerce office, Country Fresh Market, Cabin Fever, Pla-Port Resort, Jug ‘N Plug, Williams Brothers Ski & Sports and many other locations. For more information on Shell Knob or area events, visit shellknob.com or call 417.858.3300.
Coming SOON! FLY-IN AT TURKEY MOUNTAIN AIRPORT WILL BENEFIT THE WOUNDED WARRIOR PROJECT
FLY-IN AT TURKEY MOUNTAIN AIRPORT WILL BENEFIT THE WOUNDED WARRIOR PROJECT written by Mary Reynolds Turkey Mountain Airport will be hosting its first fly-in of the season on Saturday, May 26. Besides the area pilots/planes arriving, a Super Cub gathering from Gaston’s Resort will use Turkey Mountain Airport as a stopping off lunch spot during their poker-run fundraiser for the Wounded Warrior Project. (The Wounded Warrior Project assists returning soldiers from war zones in physical rehabilitation or financial support.) Turkey Mountain Airport will offer a 50/50 donation pot with proceeds designated to the Project.
The Super Cub group has offered to do an exhibition of short takes-offs, spot landing and possible flour bombing. So, bring lawn chairs and enjoy the entertainment. The event is free.
A lunch consisting of all-beef hot dogs, beans, chips, dessert and drink is available for a nominal fee, and will be served from 11AM to 2PM. Turkey Mountain Airport , Shell Knob, Missouri on Table Rock Lake, is located at the end of Lake Road 39-5 (About 4 ½ miles from Hwy 39); also named FR 1230. Air identifier is MO00.
For more information call 417.858.6345 or www.TurkeyMountainAirport.com.
Rita Hlasney and Brad Hayes at the New Welcome Stone south of Shell Knob
Sandblasting images on Shell Knob Welcome Stone
Good Weather is Helping Boat and RV Storage Business Progress
There are several new businesses opening in Shell Knob. One of those was the Shell Knob Boat RV Storage LLC., owned by Bernard and Susan Dick. As with other projects that Bernard and Susan have pursued this one will be a state of the art storage facility located on north highway 39 across from Liberty Dock Builders. The location will be advantageous to renters as it will one of the first on the north side of town and those that want to pick up their boats/RV’s etc, can do it as they arrive. It will feature perimeter fencing, interior and exterior lighting, gated with keypad, concrete floors, security cameras, and insulated roof and side walls. Three sizes will be built and allow the renter to select from 12’x40’units, 12’x35’ units or 12’x45’ concrete floored units. These sizes are hard to come by in the area and will help build visitor growth. The two acres that the Dick’s have purchased will allow renters easy maneuverability of larger vehicles and trailers. As a newer storage facility it will provide the latest in security and customer amenities. Bernard said, “We are happy to have an opportunity to show our new project here at the Home and Business Show. We have joined the Chamber and want to grow our business after my retirement from our business in Chanute, Kansas. We are booking rentals now as the summer season will be on us soon. Storage is something everyone needs at one time or another and we want to be there for that opportunity. People need to store their toys safely and access them anytime.”
News from the Shell Knob Senior Center written by Glenn Phillips
May 16, 2012 Central Crossing Senior Center – Shell Knob, Missouri
Ralph Branson celebrates 100th Birthday with friends and Family
On Tuesday May 15, 2012 friends and family of Ralph Branson gathered at the Central Crossing Senior Center in Shell Knob, Missouri in celebration of Ralph’s 100th Birthday.
It is ironic that the City of Branson is also celebrating it’s 100th Birthday this year.
This centurion was born May 15, 1912 in Lynn, Missouri. He spent many years in that area with his brother Ray. Both were aviation enthusiasts and Ray flew the old bi-wing planes. During that time Ray roomed with Charles Lindbergh, and so Ralph got a chance to meet Mr. Lindbergh, and recalls many fine moments of exchanging stories. Ralph moved to Shell Knob, and enjoyed fishing and boating on the lake. His nephew Grant Branson and his Wife Mary were able to attend his birthday party, which was staged and presented with the efforts of Christie Good, Ralph’s friend. We remember Ralph at the Senior Center, his warm smile and many stories. Thank you Ralph for letting your friends at the Senior Center share in this monumental event. Thanks to Christie Good, and all of Ralph’s Friends and Family for sharing this precious moment with us. Happy Birthday – from all of your Senior Center Friends.
Decked out in their Hawaiian Outfits the Clines are enjoying the Celebration
John and Jeannie Cline were seen last night in their Hawaiian togs at the Country Fresh store. Jeannie was dressed from head to toe in flowers. (note flowers in sandals ). Asked if the food was good, John’s reply was GREAT! 
Tuesday Night was FoodFantastic at Country Fresh Market in Shell Knob
Country Fresh Market in Shell Knob held their 3rd Annual Hawaiian Luau Kickoff to Summer Party 2012 or their Customer Appreciation Partybetween the hours of 6 to 8 pm Tuesday night. There were samplings of smoked whole hog fresh from the smoker, pineapple upside down cakes, fresh fruit, fresh shrimp and a couple of Coconut and fruit drinks to wet customer’s appetites. There were prize giveaways every 15 minutes for those holding winning tickets. Owner Larry Gayer, and managers John Dingman and Tom Braun voiced their appreciation of the Shell Knob community’s
Country Fresh manager Tom Braun, Owner Lary Gayer, Manager John Dingman welcome customers to the 3rd annual Hawaiian Luau in Shell Knob
support of the store. “This is our way of giving back and playing it forward to our community. The employees enjoy it as we get to dress up and have some fun for the evening. We are now on our summer hour schedule of staying open until 10 pm on Fridays and Saturdays through Labor Day. The rest of the week will be 7 am until 9 pm Sunday thru Thursday”, said manager John Dingman.
Sandy Whitehead won the big prize of a Basketball hoop and stand. She added it was her lucky day as she had won a lovely serving dish earlier in the day at the Shell Knob Senior Center.
Tom Braun awards Sandy Whitehead winner of the grand prize at the Country Fresh Market.
Her picture with Tom Braun, store manager is included.
Brian Standley 10th Annual Summer Ozarks Fun Auction in Shell Knob
This year the auction will take place on a Friday before Memorial Day. Contact Brian Standley to move your boats, RVS, CAMPING GEAR, FISHING GEAR, and other items to the sales lot on highway 39 N. His number is cell 417-846-3652 call him for details.
Lost and Found
News from Executive Director of the Shell Knob Chamber of Commerce
I received a call this morning from a gentleman who lost the cushion to his sundeck on May 10. At the time it disappeared, he was between the bridge and Campbell Point Marina. He is looking for a blue and white cushion measuring 78”x16”x2”. If you know the whereabouts of this item, please call or Email me at the Chamber and I will relay the details.
Thanks,
Sheila
Library Notes by Suzy Anglim
“A perfect summer day is when the sun is shining, the breeze is blowing, the birds are singing, and the lawn mower is broken.”
~James Dent ~
The Shell Knob Home School Program will be May 18th at the Dickerson Park
Zoo. We will be doing a behind the scenes tour of the animal hospital and nursery plus we will be feeding the Hippos. For more details please call Miss Suzy at the Shell Knob Branch location.
Stop in the library and ‘check out’ our new book selections:
New fiction books are: Breaking News by Fern Michaels; The Wind Through the Keyhole by Stephen King; Crystal Gardens by Amanda Quick; Forbidden by Ted Dekker.
A new LP fiction book is The Replacement Wife by Eileen Goudge.
New western books are Guns of Wolf Valley by Ralph Cotton and Ordeal of the Mountain Man by William W. Johnstone.
Our hours remain Tuesday through Friday, 8:30-5:30, and Saturday, 8:30-12:30. Phone: 417-858-3618. Look at our online catalog at http://tlc.library.net/bll and email us at: shellknob@blrlibrary.org to ask questions or reserve books.
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