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Category Archives: Branson

"I Shop Crystal Lake" Symbol Found in Branson, MO, Elevator

Posted on 07/17/2008 by Cal SkinnerJuly 17, 2008
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Imagine my surprise when I discovered an advertising gimmick in our Comfort Inn Hotel in Branson, Missouri, that reminded me of the new “I Shop Crystal Lake” logo. I saw the “I” in IBranson.com. See for yourself. Compare the two. … Continue reading →

Posted in Branson, Crystal Lake, I Shop Crystal Lake, IBranson | 1 Reply

"I Shop Crystal Lake" Symbol Found in Branson, MO, Elevator

Posted on 07/16/2008 by Cal SkinnerJuly 16, 2008
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Imagine my surprise when I discovered an advertising gimmick in our Comfort Inn Hotel in Branson, Missouri, that reminded me of the new “I Shop Crystal Lake” logo. I saw the “I” in IBranson.com. See for yourself. Compare the two. … Continue reading →

Posted in Branson, Crystal Lake, I Shop Crystal Lake, IBranson | Leave a reply

Message of the Day – A Fire Hydrant

Posted on 07/15/2008 by Cal SkinnerJuly 15, 2008
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Remember how fire hydrants were painted in patriotic motifs in 1976? An echo of that can be seen in Branson, Missouri. We had just looked at some lawn ornament cows, so I thought this fire hydrant was painted to look … Continue reading →

Posted in Branson, Cow, Dalmation, Fire Hydrant, Message of the Day | 1 Reply

Back from Vacation

Posted on 07/15/2008 by Cal SkinnerJuly 15, 2008
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If you have noticed a dearth of local, breaking news since Independence Day, it was because our family was in Missouri on vacation. No need to go anywhere to see fireworks. Neighbors on each side were setting them off. I … Continue reading →

Posted in Big Brutus, Branson, Dickerson Zoo, Fantastic Caverns, Grand Lake, Griaffe, Joplin, McKenna Medley, Missouri, Springfield, Undercliff Bar and Grill | 1 Reply

Message of the Day – A Fire Hydrant

Posted on 07/14/2008 by Cal SkinnerJuly 14, 2008
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Remember how fire hydrants were painted in patriotic motifs in 1976? An echo of that can be seen in Branson, Missouri. We had just looked at some lawn ornament cows, so I thought this fire hydrant was painted to look … Continue reading →

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Back from Vacation

Posted on 07/14/2008 by Cal SkinnerJuly 14, 2008
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If you have noticed a dearth of local, breaking news since Independence Day, it was because our family was in Missouri on vacation. No need to go anywhere to see fireworks. Neighbors on each side were setting them off. I … Continue reading →

Posted in Big Brutus, Branson, Dickerson Zoo, Fantastic Caverns, Grand Lake, Griaffe, Joplin, McKenna Medley, Missouri, Springfield, Undercliff Bar and Grill | Leave a reply

Message of the Day – A Sign

Posted on 07/12/2008 by Cal SkinnerJuly 12, 2008
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Here’s what the gasoline prices were in Branson, Missouri, on Friday, July 11, 2008. The $3.87.9 price is quite a bit lower than those in McHenry County, I’ll bet. … Continue reading →

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Message of the Day – A Sign

Posted on 07/11/2008 by Cal SkinnerJuly 11, 2008
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Here’s what the gasoline prices were in Branson, Missouri, on Friday, July 11, 2008. The $3.87.9 price is quite a bit lower than those in McHenry County, I’ll bet. … Continue reading →

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