Category Archives: January – February

A Life Built on Hard Work, Heritage, and Heart

For Khalid Mundwiller, choosing to build his life in Eldon, Missouri, had nothing to do with convenience or career strategy. It had everything to do with family, especially his grandparents, J.R. and Nina Atwell. “Grandpa and Grandma are the reason I moved here,” he says—a simple truth that shaped his early years. Week after week, his grandmother drove to Rolla to pick him up so he could spend weekends in Eldon. Those visits became the rhythm of his childhood—days spent helping, learning, and absorbing the presence of the man who would become his greatest influence.

Rooted In Family – The Story of Governor Mike & First Lady Claudia Kehoe

When Governor Mike Kehoe talks about his life, he doesn’t start with politics. He doesn’t even start with business. He goes straight to the thing he and his wife, Claudia, are proudest of—their family. “Before anything else,” he said, “our greatest accomplishment is our children.”

Stronger Together – Missouri’s Promise to Its Families

For many Missouri families, a visit to a food bank is the moment between fear and relief. Governor Mike Kehoe understands that feeling. Raised by a single mother and the youngest of six children, he remembers the days when money was tight, and kindness from others made all the difference. His support for food banks comes from that place, wanting every child to feel secure and every family to know help is there.

Influential Leaders With Style

Chris Wilson, executive manager at Van Chevrolet/Cadillac/Subaru in Kansas City, Missouri and Lake of the Ozarks Shootout board member, brings more than 31 years of industry experience to his role. His sharp, professional look from Bingham’s Traditional Clothing in Columbia reflects his commitment to excellence, customer care, and high-level leadership in the automotive world.

A Home Built For…Family, Function & Lakefront Living

Perched on a beautifully wooded lakeside lot in Osage Beach, Missouri, the Roberts residence is a testament to what happens when personal vision meets exceptional craftsmanship. Designed and built by Thomas Construction, with architectural design by Matt Stephens and interior styling by Cindy Herman, this 5,500-square-foot home reflects not just luxury, but a lifestyle centered around family, comfort, and connection to the lake.

Golf – Winning with Big Numbers

I think it’s safe to say it’s officially cool to play golf. 2025 was another record-breaking year, with over 500 million on-course golf rounds played in the U.S. Golf is no longer the snooty sport exclusively reserved for the elite. A record 47 million Americans played golf in 2025, including on-course golf, simulators, and driving ranges. There were over 3.4 million beginner golfers in 2025. Social golfing is redefining the sport, placing more focus on fun than score, and driving revenue and participation sky high.

Always on – How our Devices Define Daily Life

At the Lake of the Ozarks, even relaxation hums at 5G speed.
From sunrise selfies to streaming music on the boat, technology now anchors nearly every moment of life at the Lake. Our phones wake us, guide us, and entertain us — but sometimes, they exhaust us.

LOP News – January-February 2026

Osage Beach broke ground November 14, 2025 on the Hatchery Ridge Trail, an almost three-mile single-track loop for hiking, trail running, and mountain biking. The project is a partnership between the City of Osage Beach, Missouri State Parks, and Magic Dragon Trails. Missouri State Representative Jeff Vernetti, Missouri State Parks personnel, Osage Beach Mayor Michael Harmison, and Aldermen Phyllis Marose, Justin Hoffman, and Becca Collins attended the ceremony along with numerous trail enthusiasts.