The Mile Marker Friday, October 02, 2026
On the Water TodayLake level: 659.39 ft (0.6 ft below full pool)
Today 71° Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny · Tonight 51° Mostly Clear · Saturday 75° SunnySources: USGS gauge 06925500, National Weather Service
Ty's Take
Wildfire warnings, new amusement park renderings, a sewer problem getting solved in Osage Beach, and the Big Bass Bash spinning up again. It's the kind of week where you can see the lake region doing what it does best: managing growth on one hand while keeping the tourism engine running on the other. Between the developers showing off that $500 million Oasis project and folks gearing up for rock and gem shows and boutique crawls, there's money moving through here. But wildfire season in the Ozarks doesn't care much about what's being built or what's being bought. That's the real story underneath all of it. We'll take the economic news gladly, but October in Missouri means you keep one eye on the dry timber and the other on the sky.
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Wildfire Warnings, Outlet Mall Update & Osage Beach Sewer Smell Solution
Osage Beach officials have identified and are implementing a solution to address persistent sewer odors affecting the community. The announcement comes alongside updates on regional wildfire warnings and plans for the outlet mall.
The Wildest, Biggest Big Bass Bash Stories From Lake Of The Ozarks
Anglers at Lake of the Ozarks have shared their most memorable and impressive catches from the Big Bass Bash fishing competition. The stories highlight the excitement and success stories from this popular lake event.
K-9 Leon, A Beloved Fixture At Missouri Capitol, Dies At Age 3 After Brief Illness
K-9 Leon, a familiar security dog at the Missouri Capitol, has died at age 3 following a brief illness. The beloved canine had become a fixture at the state building and will be remembered by those who encountered him.
Developers Release New Renderings Of $500M Oasis Amusement Park & Resort At Lake Of The Ozarks
Developers have unveiled new design renderings for a planned $500 million Oasis Amusement Park and Resort project at Lake of the Ozarks. The updated visuals showcase the developers' vision for the major regional attraction.
From The Setting To The Menu, 1932 Reserve Makes Dining Out An Experience
1932 Reserve delivers an elevated dining experience where both the ambiance and culinary offerings work together to create a memorable night out. The restaurant demonstrates how setting and menu combine to make dining special for guests.
Girls’ Day Out! Shop Fall Finds & Chase A $1,400 Prize At The Lake Boutique Crawl
The Lake of the Ozarks Boutique Crawl returns October 2 and 3, featuring 14 local boutiques across Eldon, Lake Ozark, Osage Beach, and Camdenton with a grand prize worth over $1,400 for shoppers who visit all participating stores. Shoppers aged 16 and older can collect punch card stamps at each...
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Fields of Faith Wednesday, Oct. 14
Eldon area students will participate in Fields of Faith on Wednesday, October 14, joining thousands of young people nationwide for an evening of fellowship and faith on athletic fields. The local event will take place at Victor Field at Mustang from 7 to 8 p.m.
Day Trippin’ the annual Mozarkite Rock and Gem Show
Rock and gem enthusiasts are invited to the annual Mozarkite Rock and Gem Show in Lincoln, where vendors display their collections under tents and the pavilion at Lincoln City Park. The event brings together local rockhounding fans for a day of browsing and purchasing specimens.
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