The Mile Marker Friday, August 21, 2026
On the Water TodayToday 91° Patchy Fog then Sunny · Tonight 70° Partly Cloudy · Saturday 88° SunnySources: USGS gauge 06925500, National Weather Service
Ty's Take
The Juggalo arrests this week pulled in enough drugs to stock a small pharmacy, which tells you something about what's flowing through these communities and who's bringing it. Meanwhile, the school board just gave a kid a commendation for pulling people out of an apartment fire, and that same week we're watching city council approve a curfew and reading about a Christian mission working overtime to shelter women and children in crisis. It's the same tension that shows up everywhere around here: the lake draws people in for the good life and the bad one both, and it takes real people doing real work to keep this place from tipping. The rest of it, the new decking materials and the Labor Day sales and the car shows, that's the life people come here for. But this week the hard work caught your eye for a reason.
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Two Stories, Two Balconies & Plenty Of Space In This Lake Ozark Condo
A two-story Lake Ozark condo offers spacious living with two balconies and multiple rooms for buyers seeking waterfront property in the area.
Lake Area Author Joy Corwin Brings Medieval England To Life In Debut Novel, 'The Miller's Daughter'
Lake area author Joy Corwin has released her debut novel, 'The Miller's Daughter,' which transports readers to medieval England through her storytelling.
60% Off Labor Day Sale At Slumberland
Slumberland Furniture in Osage Beach is offering 60 percent off select home furnishings, decor, and dining items through their Labor Day sale, with financing options available.
A Few More Juggalos Arrested For Ketamine, Ecstasy, Mushrooms
Additional arrests have been made in connection with drug possession charges following activity at a Juggalos gathering in the area.
Inside A City Of Refuge: The Christian Mission Serving Women, Children & Veterans
A Christian mission in the region provides shelter and support services for women, children, and veterans in need.
Lake Ozark Curfew Approved, Outlet Mall Bass Pro Update & Camden County Justice Crisis
Recent developments include approval of a Lake Ozark curfew ordinance, updates on construction at an outlet mall Bass Pro location, and ongoing concerns about the Camden County justice system.
Your Dock Deserves Better Than Another Coat Of Paint — Meet EverDeck
EverDeck offers dock owners a durable alternative to traditional paint maintenance for their waterfront structures.
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Family Funday brings Laurie community together
The First Baptist Church of Laurie hosted a free Family Funday and barbecue on August 15, serving hot dogs, hamburgers, and homemade ice cream to community members.
Exotic cars steal the show at August Hot Summer Nights
Car enthusiasts gathered on the Bagnell Dam Strip on August 14 for Hot Summer Nights, showcasing rare hypercars, supercars, and classic vehicles at a free, family-friendly event.
Day Trippin’ Dogs and Stuff in Union
A gourmet hot dog stand in Union offers travelers a convenient dining option, with a Chicago-style hot dog restaurant also coming soon to the Camdenton square.
Iowa Reunion Club’s “IRC Hot August Lake Night”
The Iowa Reunion Club will host its Hot August Lake Night event on Tuesday, August 25, at Neon Taco for current 2026 club members.
Camdenton School District Sets Tax Rate Levy at $3.06
The Camdenton R-III School District Board of Education set the 2025-2026 school tax levy at $3.06 during a hearing held Monday, August 10.
Annual Back-to-School Fair held Aug. 7
Families packed the Camdenton High School Commons on August 7 for the annual Back-to-School Fair, a six-hour event that drew hundreds of attendees.
Desert Storm U.S. Army Charlie Warriors 2-502 Infantry Reunion to be held Aug. 21-23
Veterans from the U.S. Army Charlie Company 2-502 Infantry 101st Airborne will gather at Lake of the Ozarks from August 21 to 23 for their 35th Anniversary Desert Shield/Desert Storm reunion.
Camdenton Board of Education commends Laker student’s quick action during an apartment fire
The Camdenton R-III School District Board of Education recognized 12-year-old Laker student Kendra Pierson for her quick thinking during an apartment fire in Rolla, earning praise from city fire and rescue officials.
Village of Four Seasons questions PWSD’S fee increases
The Village of Four Seasons has requested an independent review from the Missouri Attorney General's office regarding proposed water and sewer impact fee increases from Camden County.
KRMS Radio
CCSO Reports Four Juggalos-Related Arrests, Hundreds of Pounds of Drugs Seized
Camden County Sheriff's Office deputies seized hundreds of pounds of illegal drugs and made four arrests in a coordinated law enforcement operation connected to a Juggalos gathering in the Macks Creek area of Camden County.
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