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Branson has a special Tony Orlando ‘Yellow Ribbon’ moment
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November 11, 2022 • Vol. 3, Issue 45
By GARY J. GROMAN, Independent Journalist At its November 8, 2022, meeting, the Mayor and Branson Board of Aldermen celebrated a special “Yellow Ribbon” moment. They honored long-time Branson resident, entertainer and patriot, Tony Orlando, with a proclamation and Key to the City. After proclaiming Branson, Missouri, as “the most patriotic city in America,” Branson Mayor
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Larry Milton declared November 8, 2022, as “Tony Orlando Yellow Ribbon Day. Immediately after that, the mayor presented Tony with a Key to the City. “It’s been a long time coming,” Mayor Milton said. He acknowledged Tony’s unconditional support of veterans “every day of every year” and his representation of Branson throughout the nation. “Tony Orlando lives in Branson, Missouri, his heart SEE TONY ORLANDO, PAGE 11
Branson citizen recognized as hero
The Branson Landing Christmas tree lights up the night. SEE STORY ON PAGE 2. (Photo by K.D. Michaels)
By K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer A Branson resident has been called “a true hero” after he saved a family from a burning car. Branson resident Shane Childress helped four people to exit their vehicle following a serious car accident recently. Childress also used fire extinguishers to help put out the fire. Childress was awarded the ‘You’ve Been Caught Doing Something Good’ Award at
Branson’s Board of Aldermen meeting. Mayor Larry Milton presented the award to Childress, noting that Childress was receiving the award due to his heroic actions and quick response in helping to rescue the family “including a baby from a fiery car crash.” Assistant Police Chief Eric Schmitt added that Childress’ actions were “truly just heroic,” while reiterating how difficult SEE HERO, PAGE 11