Lake of the Ozarks Daily Digest Sunday, May 17, 2026
Ty's Take
Memorial Day weekend's going to pack the lake harder than most years, and that tow report ought to worry anybody who spends time out there—nearly 200 rescues in a season tells you people are running fuel tanks empty, running boats they don't know how to handle, or both. Gas prices are what they are this weekend, but it's the other costs that stick with you: the embarrassment of a tow, the risk to your family, the fact that a five-year-old up in northeast Missouri didn't make it home from a fishing trip. You can't regulation-proof the water or the sky, but you can know your limits before you cast off.
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Boat Gas Report! Fuel Prices On Lake Of The Ozarks This Weekend (May 16-17)
Boaters planning to hit Lake of the Ozarks this weekend should expect sunny skies and busy conditions on the water. Marina fuel prices across the lake range from $4.10 to $5.79 per gallon depending on octane level and location, with several docks offering discounts for club members.
We Towed Nearly 200 Boaters On Lake Of The Ozarks. Here’s What We Learned
A local towing service shared insights from nearly 200 boat rescues at Lake of the Ozarks, revealing common reasons boaters needed assistance and practical lessons for water safety.
Affordable Housing Is Being Built At The Lake, And This Company Is Helping To Power It
New affordable housing development is underway at Lake of the Ozarks, with a local company stepping in to support the construction project and its power needs.
5-Acre Commercial Lot With Prime Highway Access For Sale In Camdenton
A five-acre commercial property with highway frontage is currently on the market in Camdenton, offering prime visibility and access for business development.
Osage Beach City Attorney Resigns
The city attorney for Osage Beach has resigned from his position, creating a vacancy in the municipality's legal department.
60% Off Memorial Day Sale at Slumberland
Slumberland is offering customers significant discounts of up to 60 percent off select items during a Memorial Day sale.
Lawsuit Challenges Missouri Ballot Plan To Phase Out Income Tax, Expand Sales Tax
A legal challenge has been filed against a Missouri ballot measure that would gradually eliminate state income tax while expanding the sales tax base.
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Newley Appointed Miller County Prosecuting Attorney Seeks No Charges In Iberia R-5 Child Sex Case
Miller County's newly appointed prosecuting attorney has decided not to file charges in a recent child sex case involving Iberia R-5 schools.
Community Cleanup Set For Morgan County Residents This Month
Morgan County residents can drop off recyclables and unwanted items at a community cleanup event scheduled for later this month at Alum Springs Road in Versailles.
2026 Legislative Session Was More Productive Than 2025 For Missouri
Missouri's 2026 legislative session proved more productive than the previous year, with lawmakers passing additional bills before the final scheduled day.
Missouri Sees Nearly 9,000 Applications For New Businesses According To April Report
Missouri saw nearly 9,000 new business applications in April, as part of a nationwide trend showing a 2.1 percent seasonal increase in entrepreneurial activity.
MODOT Preparing For Mowing Season With Projects Throughout The Week
Drivers should exercise caution around the lake area as the Missouri Department of Transportation begins its spring mowing season this week.
5-Year-Old Boy Drowns While Fishing in Northeast Missouri
A five-year-old boy from Arbela drowned Friday after falling from a private dock in northeast Missouri while fishing with family.
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