Lake of the Ozarks Daily Digest — Monday, March 16, 2026

Ty's Take

While we're always glad to see new small businesses putting down roots here at the Lake, that Highway 17 closure north of Iberia is what really demands your attention this week. Any time a major route gets shut down in our area, it ripples through everything from emergency response times to how long it takes to get supplies to local businesses. If you're one of the folks who regularly travels that stretch for work or to get to town, you'd better start mapping alternate routes now before you're sitting in unexpected traffic or adding an extra thirty minutes to your commute.

Lake Expo

Fresh Color! Mother-Daughter Duo Launches New Painting Business At Lake Of The Ozarks

A mother and daughter team has opened Fresh Color, a new residential and commercial painting company serving the Lake of the Ozarks area. The locally-owned business offers interior and exterior painting services to meet growing demand in the region's construction and renovation market.

Highway 17 To Close North Of Iberia This Week

Highway 17 north of Iberia will be temporarily closed this week for road maintenance work. Motorists should plan alternate routes and expect delays in the area during the closure period.

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