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crime2 years ago•1 min saved

Rent Dispute Ends in Tragic Murder-Suicide at Branson Senior Apartment Complex

A murder-suicide occurred at a Branson apartment complex for seniors, with the victim identified as Whitney Davis, the manager of Branson Manor, and the shooter as Stephen Walsh. The incident, believed to be sparked by a rent dispute, resulted in Davis being shot and killed, while Walsh was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Authorities are continuing their investigation, and support services have been provided to the residents affected by the tragedy.

via KY3|

#apartment-complex #branson #crime

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

Legendary Performer Shoji Tabuchi Remembered and Mourned by Branson, Mo. Music Community

The Branson, Missouri music community is mourning the loss of Shoji Tabuchi, a legendary performer and former theater owner who was inducted into the National Fiddle Hall of Fame. Tabuchi, known for his mastery of the fiddle, began his career in Japan before moving to the United States to pursue his dream of playing Bluegrass music. He opened his own theater in Branson in the 1990s and became a star in the local music scene. Despite a fire that temporarily closed his theater in 2017, Tabuchi continued to perform and was honored with his induction into the Fiddle Hall of Fame in 2020.

via KY3|

#branson #entertainment #fiddle-hall-of-fame

entertainment2 years ago•0 min saved

Legendary Branson Entertainer Shoji Tabuchi Passes Away at 79

Longtime Branson entertainer Shoji Tabuchi, known for his family variety show, has passed away at the age of 79. Tabuchi, a beloved fiddler, began playing the violin at a young age and developed a passion for bluegrass music. Over the course of his 30-year run, his show expanded to include various genres and performances, leaving a lasting impact on the Branson entertainment scene.

via KOLR - OzarksFirst.com|

#branson #entertainment #fiddler

social-issues2 years ago•7 min saved

Branson's Motor Scooter Program Offers Relief for Commuters.

Elevate Branson, a nonprofit group, has launched a new program to help alleviate the transportation and housing challenges faced by the working poor in Branson, Missouri. The program offers motor scooters for no money down and no credit check, with payments of about $160 per month. The nonprofit pays for scooter training, insurance, maintenance, repairs, a helmet, and motorcycle jacket. The program aims to help those who live far from their jobs on the strip or in motels, where getting around can be difficult.

via The New York Times|

#branson #housing-crisis #missouri