Welcome to this week’s Chamber Connection Newsletter! Historic Downtown Branson is launching a new holiday event—Jingle, Mingle and Shop—a festive way to kick off the season. Black Tie Gala tickets are going fast, so secure yours today for one of Branson’s top events. Vote today for Silver Dollar City "Best Theme Park Holiday Event!" Don’t forget to visit the member center for the latest updates and opportunities.

Candidate filing for the April 2026 Municipal Election will be open from December 9, 2025, through December 30, 2025. 

The City of Branson officials whose terms expire in 2026 are:

• Marshall Howden, Alderman, Ward 1
• Glenn Schulz, Alderman, Ward 2
• Ralph LeBlanc, Alderman, Ward 3

Residents who wish to participate in the April election must be registered to vote by March 11, 2026.

The Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and CVB's premier event, the Black Tie Gala, returns for its 79th year in 2025 at the Branson Convention Center. The elegant evening honors community spirit and celebrates the leaders who make a lasting impact on the Branson/Lakes Area. Reserve your table or become a sponsor today. Click register below.

Following the success of Fall Fest, Historic Downtown Branson is excited to bring a brand-new holiday event: Jingle, Mingle & Shop. Visitors can stroll through the beautifully decorated streets while enjoying Branson’s “The Gambler,” Rick McEwen, and a Holiday Treat Trail featuring cocoa, candy canes, cookies, and hot cider. Guests will also encounter strolling Mrs. Claus, pop-up carolers, dazzling decorations, and unique shopping opportunities at downtown’s local shops. This festive evening promises family fun, holiday cheer, and a chance to explore Historic Downtown Branson. To learn more, click below

Branson’s Silver Dollar City transforms into a stunning holiday wonderland with more than 6.5 million twinkling lights for its annual An Old Time Christmas celebration. Visitors can enjoy the towering eight story special effects Christmas tree, Broadway style holiday shows, Rudolph’s Holly Jolly parade, fifty foot light tunnels, and an incredible variety of seasonal food and treats. Support Silver Dollar City as the nation’s Best Theme Park Holiday Event and cast your vote today!

Branson High School senior Austin Matthews has achieved a perfect ACT superscore of 36 following his October test. A superscore is achieved by averaging the highest scores from each ACT test section across multiple test attempts. Dixie Bailey, Branson High School senior counselor who has been with the district for 18 years, said she could not recall another student reaching this milestone during her tenure. To read full article, click below.

Could you or your organization help make the holiday season more merry for those in our district? Branson Public Schools will be accepting monetary donations to help families in need purchase gifts for their children. You can donate by clicking the learn more link below.

College of the Ozarks President Dr. Brad Johnson will join America Reads the Bible, a national Scripture-reading event set for April 19–25, 2026, at the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C. Leaders from ministry, business, and government will read the Bible aloud as part of the lead-up to America’s 250th anniversary. Johnson, scheduled to read on April 21, said the event reflects the College’s belief that faith undergirds character and community.  To learn more, click below.

Killian Construction Co.
2664 E. Kearney St.
Springfield, MO 65803
417-883-1204

VHC Brands, Inc.
211 South 3rd St.
Branson, MO 65616
417-334-3099

Calm Waters Resort
Crystal Fish Gifts of Distinction
Home Instead
Edward Jones, Rob Johns, Financial Advisor
eSCO Recycling
Fields Mechanical
Freedom Encounter
James Financial Partners, Mike Nagle
KNEM KNMO Radio
Lakeside Tire & Wheel
Meadowvale
Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation
Northwoods Candy Emporium
Ozarks Technical Community College
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
Shoot For The Stars Mini-Golf
Westgate Entertainment
WonderWorks Branson

11:30 AM  |  December 3
Branson Police Department
1 Justice St.
Branson, MO 65616