THE 8TH ANNUAL GP M.A.D.E. FOUNDATION PAR 3 INVITATIONAL was held on May 18 at The Club at Old Hawthorne in Columbia, Missouri. The event welcomed 216 golfers and featured John Anderson of ESPN as special master of ceremonies. Hosted by Hall of Fame Coach Gary Pinkel and his wife, Missy, the invitational remains one of the Foundation’s premier fundraising events.
THE 47TH ANNUAL HK’S LAKE OF THE OZARKS OPEN brought together golf enthusiasts, sports celebrities and fundraisers on June 7–8, benefiting Lake Regional Health System. Held at The Lodge of Four Seasons and The Club at Porto Cima, the event featured a scramble golf tournament, a benefit party, and appearances by the honorary chair, former NFL player Bill Maas, along with numerous NFL and NHL alumni. Originally founded to support local healthcare, the tournament raised more than $225,000 this year for Lake Regional Health System.
L•O PROFILE is dedicated to promoting and elevating local businesses. Serving our partners is a privilege, and many return issue after issue, seeing measurable growth in sales and increased consumer engagement. This ongoing partnership strengthens both our clients and the Lake of the Ozarks community as a whole, helping it thrive for years to come.
L•O PROFILE’s MAY/JUNE LAUNCH SOCIAL was held May 5 at The Club at Porto Cima, celebrating the magazine’s Build, Design and Real Estate Edition release. The evening spotlighted cover person, Bill Maas, who also serves as Celebrity Chairman for the HK’s LOTO Open Golf Tournament.
THE LAKE OF THE OZARKS POLICEMAN’S BALL, hosted by Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) Lodge 101, was held on March 21, 2026, at Margaritaville Lake Resort. The annual fundraiser welcomed community members for an evening dedicated to honoring the men and women who serve and protect the Lake area.
THE 42ND ANNUAL ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE returned to the historic Bagnell Dam Strip on March 14, filling the Lake area with a sea of green and festive energy. Floats, cars, motorcycles, bicycles, and even boats rolled through the Strip as participants and spectators alike the spirited holiday tradition. From mischievous leprechauns and St. Patrick himself to creative costumes in every shade of green, the Lake community showed up in full celebration. With record numbers of participants and spectators, the festivities began early in the morning and continued well into the evening. The beloved annual parade once again brought families, visitors, and locals together. This event marks the unofficial start of the Lake’s busy season and celebrates the community spirit that makes Lake of the Ozarks such a vibrant place to gather.
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L•O PROFILE LAUNCH PARTY for the March/April 2026 Health, Fitness & Beauty, plus The Love of Pets edition brought the Lake community together for an energetic evening at the Tri-County YMCA. Guests gathered to celebrate the newest issue featuring cover star Sophie Cunningham, the Mizzou legend and WNBA powerhouse redefining strength, confidence, and femininity. Attendees […]
MEET THE ADORABLE FURRY FRIENDS FROM AROUND THE LAKE! L•O PROFILE is incredibly grateful for the continued support of its amazing Facebook community. Each year, followers share photos of their beloved pets, and this special VIP Scene highlights some of the four-legged (and two-legged) family members that make life at the Lake even sweeter. From playful pups to photogenic companions, these submissions showcase the love, personality, and joy pets bring to their families every day. L•O PROFILE is proud to celebrate the Lake area community and the pets who hold a special place in their homes—and hearts—bringing smiles to readers throughout the region.
1932 Reserve hosted the School of the Osage High School culinary team’s ProStart dinner on Feb. 1, 2026, highlighting the students’ skill, teamwork, and ability to perform under pressure. The five-member team prepared a refined three-course menu featuring caramelized trumpet mushroom tagine, pan-seared garam masala lamb chops, and malva bread pudding. With more than 100 guests in attendance, students were tasked with prepping, cooking, and serving the entire meal without electricity, using only three small gas burners and just 20 minutes to measure ingredients and 45 minutes to prepare their three dishes. The challenge closely mirrored real ProStart competition conditions. Led by Parrie Bayles and supported by chefs Scott Romano and Andre Torres, the dinner served as valuable preparation for the team’s February 20 competition in Springfield, Missouri.
