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Dennis Hernet/Seniorside: Branson trip is good time, good bargain
Herald Times Reporter, WI 
Oct 5, 2008

In all, we took in seven shows, spent a day at Silver Dollar City and one evening at Branson Landing. The Landing was a major disappointment ... its huge ...

Branson tourism report indicates continuing challenges
Branson Courier,  United States 
Sep 28, 2008

According to the report the city tourism tax dropped 2.5 percent, the TCED Tourism Tax dropped 1.52 percent, and the Taney County Sales Tax dropped by .25 ...
Confusing numbers impact tourism, the budget, but praise God, not ...
Branson Courier
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Hotel occupancy rises slightly on Missouri side of metro KC
Kansas City Star, MO 
Sep 30, 2008

The numbers were released as more than 250 representatives of Missouri’s $13.4 billion tourism industry gathered in Kansas City for the annual Governor’s ...

Springfield Business Journal

Herschend researcher keeps eye on Branson tourism
Springfield Business Journal, MO 
Sep 16, 2008

That data is showing both short-view and long-view changes in Branson tourism, Henry said. This year through July, visitor numbers were down 4.7 percent and ...

State ballot petition drive for later school start date considered
Lake Sun Leader (subscription), MO 
Oct 2, 2008

“We’ve been asked to explore the possibility and we’re hoping to work with the Branson and other CVB’s to accomplish it,” he said. ...

A little bit about me...

Overlooking Southwestern Branson and Lake TaneycomoMy views on Branson are simply that--MY views. That doesn't mean they're right, it doesn't mean they're wrong. I am simply pulling from my personal experience as a resident in Branson having lived here for the past 8 years. No matter what position a person takes in life, he or she will offend someone. I don't mean to intentionally offend anyone but I believe in stating what I think is right. Anyone who takes offense will simply have to deal with that personal issue themselves. That is my "official disclaimer."

I love Branson! The area is one of the most beautiful around and the people here are phenomenal! As I stated above, my family has lived here for about 8 years. My wife and I work in separate locations but we both deal with the same thing--entertainment. I have often said that those who live in Branson do one of three things: work in hotels, work in restaurants, or work in the entertainment industry . No, I am not an entertainer. I stay as far away from the stage as humanly possible. In fact, all my work is done behind the scenes; I do the business end of things. I deal with a lot of numbers and a lot of Branson businesses.

Again, my intent is not to ruffle feathers but rather to discuss the issues that Branson is facing (as I see it). If any criticism is given, I ask that it be taken in a constructive way. I'm not going to dance around sensitive issues, although I may try to gently sugar coat the bitter pills so they're easier to swallow. I hope that what I write will be beneficial to building a better and brighter future for Branson, Missouri.

-The Branson Blogger

 

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