Lake of the Ozarks Daily Digest — Monday, April 06, 2026
Ty's Take
The serious traffic accident in Camden County that left a Macks Creek woman with major injuries is a stark reminder of how dangerous our rural roads can be, especially as we head into tourist season with more traffic on highways that weren't built for the volume they're seeing. Meanwhile, Osage Beach taking a hard look at updating their building codes is exactly the kind of unsexy but critical work that protects property values and lives - after years of breakneck development around the Lake, it's about time someone's asking whether our standards are keeping up with reality. Both stories point to the same challenge: our infrastructure and safety systems are struggling to match the pace of growth we've seen, and that's going to require some tough decisions from local leaders who'd rather cut ribbons than raise standards.
Lake Expo
Lake Life, But Off-Water: Peek Inside These Three Lake Of The Ozarks Homes For Sale
Lake Expo is showcasing three residential properties currently on the market in the Lake of the Ozarks area that are located away from the waterfront. The featured homes offer lake area living without direct water access for potential buyers.
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KRMS Radio
Macks Creek Woman Seriously Injured in Camden County Accident
A woman from Macks Creek sustained serious injuries in a traffic accident on U.S. Highway 54 near Elliott Drive in Camden County on Sunday morning around 7:00 a.m. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported the crash involved an SUV driven by the injured woman.
Masters Underway With JJ Spawn Picking Up Win In Final “Tune Up” Game
Golfer JJ Spawn captured victory in the final tournament before the Masters Tournament began this week at Augusta National. Spawn's unexpected win demonstrates the unpredictable nature of professional golf as players prepare for one of the sport's major championships.
Royals Fall To Brewers 2 To 1 In Their Weekend Games
The Kansas City Royals had a disappointing weekend series against the Milwaukee Brewers, losing two games to one. The Royals managed to win one game during Saturday's doubleheader but fell short on Easter Sunday to lose the series.
Osage Beach Looks At Updating Building Codes Across The Board
Osage Beach city officials have approved comprehensive updates to various development codes affecting future construction projects. Building Official Ron White presented the code modernization proposal to the board of aldermen, emphasizing the importance of keeping current building standards up to...
Camdenton BOA Meeting Set For Tuesday Of This Week
The Camdenton Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing Tuesday to gather community input on adopting 2024 international building codes. City officials will also review a potential municipal agreement during the scheduled meeting.
Employment Numbers Increase For January Across Missouri
Missouri added 9,700 nonfarm jobs in January 2026 while the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate reached 3.9 percent. The Missouri Economic Research and Information Center released the positive employment data showing continued job growth statewide.
Annual CADV Brunch Scheduled For October Of This Year
Citizens Against Domestic Violence has announced plans for their annual fundraising brunch scheduled for October. The lake area organization has already secured four title sponsors for this year's event, building early momentum for the fall gathering.
Net General Revenue Falls Slightly For March Compared To Last Year
Missouri's net general revenue collections dropped 1.7 percent in March 2026 compared to the same month last year, according to State Budget Director Dan Haug. Collections fell from $878.9 million in March 2025 to $864.3 million this March.
Latest Flu Numbers Show A Decrease Across Most Of The Lake Region
Flu activity across Missouri has decreased to low levels as of week 12 ending March 28th, with the Lake of the Ozarks region seeing improvements. Statewide, health officials reported 1,200 new confirmed cases, bringing the seasonal total higher but showing declining transmission rates.
NWS Confirms 2 Tornadoes For Southern Missouri Back In March
The National Weather Service has confirmed two tornadoes struck southeast Missouri during March 15th storms. The first tornado was classified as an EF-0 that caused damage while touching down in the region.
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