Lake of the Ozarks Daily Digest Sunday, June 14, 2026
Ty's Take
Offshore racing season out here brings the best and worst of lake culture into sharp focus—the skill and speed that draw thousands to watch, and the split-second decisions that separate a good day from a tragedy. Two separate powerboat crashes during last weekend's race, including a flip that could've ended badly, is the kind of wake-up call this place gets every few years. Then Saturday's weather forecast rolls in with 80-mile-an-hour winds and hail, which means anybody still thinking about being out on the water needs to reconsider that plan. The lake doesn't care how fast your boat is or how many times you've run it before. Respect it or it'll teach you different.
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TWO Powerboats Crash In Separate Incidents At Lake Of The Ozarks Offshore Race [VIDEO]
Two powerboats collided during separate incidents at the Lake of the Ozarks Offshore Race, marking a dangerous day on the water for competitors. Details on injuries and damages from the crashes remain limited at this time.
VIDEO: Powerboat Flips During Race At Lake Of The Ozarks
A powerboat flipped during the Shootout Offshore race at Lake of the Ozarks, captured on video by spectators. The incident added to the challenging conditions faced by racers on the lake.
Lake Weather Alert: 80mph Wind Gusts, Hail, Tornadoes Possible In Storms Saturday Night
A severe weather alert has been issued for Saturday night, with forecasters warning of 80 mph wind gusts, large hail, and the potential for tornadoes across the Lake of the Ozarks region. Residents are urged to prepare and monitor weather updates closely.
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Columbia Man Being Charged with DWI-Death of Another in Camden County
A Columbia man faces DWI-Death of Another and DWI-Serious Physical Injury charges following a fatal accident in Camden County. The 27-year-old's case highlights ongoing concerns about impaired driving in the region.
Job Postings Rise For April Of This Year Compared To 2025
Missouri job postings climbed in April, with employers posting 70,760 openings—an 8.7 percent increase compared to the same month last year. The uptick suggests continued economic activity across the state's labor market.
Camdenton Woman Injured After Being Rear-ended On HWY 54
A 70-year-old Camdenton woman sustained serious injuries after being rear-ended on U.S. 54 near Cedar Heights Drive Thursday evening. The woman was stationary when struck in the two-vehicle crash.
Investigation Underway Following Fish Kill In Black River
The Department of Natural Resources is investigating a fish kill discovered last weekend in a Reynolds County tributary of the West Fork Black River. Officials are working to determine the cause of the incident.
Camdenton & Osage Beach BOA Meetings Set For Next Week
The Camdenton Board of Aldermen will meet next Tuesday with a light agenda that includes street department staffing matters. Osage Beach officials are also scheduled to convene the same week.
A Grain Valley man was ejected from his personal watercraft at Lake of the Ozarks after making a hard turn and suffered minor injuries. He was arrested at the scene on outstanding failure to appear warrants.
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