Lake of the Ozarks Daily Digest Monday, July 20, 2026
Ty's Take
When a July Fourth storm knocked out power to half the region, the linemen showed up anyway—same ones who fix the lines after ice storms, who string cable through timber so a family on Shady Glade can watch the news. That's the invisible infrastructure nobody thinks about until it's gone, and this week those crews remind us why small-town resilience isn't about luxury details or championship trophies. It's about people who put on their boots when it matters.
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Weather Alerts
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 20 at 2:10AM CDT until July 21 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 108. * WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest Illinois and central, east central, and southeast Missouri. * WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses....
Lake Expo
The Hidden Luxury Detail Inside This $5M Lake Home
A $5 million lakeside home is drawing attention for its upscale architectural features and design details. The property showcases luxury finishes that appeal to high-end real estate buyers in the lake community.
When A July 4th Storm Plunged Missouri Into Darkness, Hundreds Of Linemen Put On Their Boots
Hundreds of electric utility workers mobilized across Missouri to restore power after a severe Fourth of July thunderstorm left many communities without electricity. The coordinated response by linemen helped get the region back online following the damaging weather event.
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KRMS Radio
Ryan Fox Picks Up First Championship Win In Golf
New Zealand golfer Ryan Fox claimed his first major championship title at the Open Championship held at Royal Brookdale in England. The 39-year-old's victory marks a significant milestone in his professional golf career.
Lake Ozark Looking At Finalizing Details On Teen Curfew Plans
Lake Ozark officials are moving forward with plans to implement a teen curfew on the popular Bagnell Dam Strip. The proposed ordinance would restrict unaccompanied minors under 18 from the area starting at 10 p.m.
Nine Counties Including Morgan Included In Disaster Request For Flash Flooding
Nine counties, including Morgan County, have been included in a disaster declaration following destructive flash flooding in the region. State and federal agencies are conducting joint damage assessments to evaluate recovery needs.
Two Facing Charges After Fatal Hit-And-Run In Hickory County
Two people are in custody following a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred near Hermitage in Hickory County early Sunday morning. The Highway Patrol is investigating the incident that left one person dead on Country Road 273.
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