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By Mindy Honey
Society Editor, Branson Daily Newspaper

A housing researcher shared his findings last week regarding the Tri-Lakes Area housing market situation.

Joe Zanola, the president of Zanola Co., a St. Louis-based real estate research company, presented findings from a tri-annual housing and market review of southwest Missouri. Highlights of the report indicate that the population growth supports a diverse range in new home products and the area has a good job growth.

“I’ve got good news today,” Zanola said.

According to his findings, unlike other Missouri markets, southwest Missouri hasn’t had to focus as much on the challenges of an oversupplied housing market, however, there are areas that need to be addressed.

“We are going to have to look at our spec-home market more carefully,” said Realtor and President of the Tri-Lakes Board of Realtors Kathy Clark, who was in attendance Thursday at the Branson City Hall meeting.

Zanola said the Taney and Stone counties area has a low supply of homes of less than $175,000 in value. He also said the area has an over-abundance of lots.

Not only were Realtors in attendance, but also many developers, Clark pointed out.

“I saw them understanding and seeing what is going on,” she said.

“As Realtors, we know people need places to live. We know the market under $175,000 is not there, although we are seeing more and more coming on the horizon.”

Clark said while there are many positive things about the Tri-Lakes Area housing market, there are some issues.

“I think the greatest thing is, we are a very good market here. We do have the employment that we need,” she said.

The newly opened “Payne Stewart Golf Club” (PSGC), announces it’s official Grand Opening celebration and ribbon cutting ceremony is scheduled for June 6, 2009. The Payne Stewart Golf Club is a tribute course honoring the life and legacy of Golf Legend Payne Stewart.

Branson, MO (PRWEB) June 2 2009 — Opening to much fanfare in Branson, Missouri is the spectacular Payne Stewart championship golf course. Located in the residential community of Branson Hills, the club is an 18-hole facility, managed by Hilton Golf that caters to community residents and visiting golf enthusiasts.

According to T. J. Baggett, Director of Golf, “We are excited to host this grand event as many people have anxiously been waiting our grand opening.”

A celebration for members and their guests, local dignitaries and the general public will begin on June 6th at 1:00 pm. The festivities will begin with an official ribbon cutting ceremony followed by an open house of the clubhouse and complimentary poolside barbecue. Special activities highlighting the amenities the club has to offer including tennis exhibitions, fitness and wellness presentations, mini course putting contests with prizes will also be conducted throughout the afternoon. Beginning at 5:00 pm Branson Ridge Winery will be hosting a wine and cheese tasting preview and to top off the evening attendees will enjoy a live concert by Take it to the Limit, the Eagles Tribute Band starting at 7:00 pm.

Property tours will be conducted throughout the day beginning at 1:30 pm through 7:30 pm. Any interested parties may schedule appointments beforehand to speak with a real state agent to become familiar with the property. “We would love for anyone to visit the Estates at Branson Hills and the Payne Stewart Golf Club at anytime, but I believe the grand opening is a fantastic occasion to experience many of the opportunities available at Branson Hills and our staff is excited to meet our future property owners,” said Robert Allen, V.P. of Sales.

Golf course architect, Chuck Smith and course collaborator, PGA commentator and golf professional, Bobby Clampett designed the Payne Stewart Golf Course and have made it a superb golfing experience for players of all levels.

The course meanders through lush, mature trees while passing by several lakes that come into play on multiple holes, and experiences significant elevation changes as it plays through the hills and valleys of the southwestern Missouri countryside. The topographic challenges encountered during the design of the course gave way to the esthetically pleasing beauty of the dogwoods and redbuds that dot the landscape. The course is a work of art and deserving of the Payne Stewart name, according to Bobby Clampett, course collaborator and PGA Professional.

“Mr. Smith and Mr. Clampett have designed an outstanding golf course, the owners are providing first class amenities and the Hilton staff will provide a level of service equal to other nationally recognized high-end private golf facilities,” stated Director of Golf, T.J. Baggett.

In addition to the top-quality course, the club offers a practice area including a driving range (opening in 2010), and recreational amenities such as tennis and swimming. The clubhouse features a full-service golf shop, fully appointed men’s and women’s locker rooms, lounge, restaurant, exercise facilities and meeting rooms. The clubhouse and surrounding facilities are built with Old English style and modern technology, taking into account the charm, culture and architectural subtleties of the natural landscape.

For more Information, contact:
Jennifer Penn
http://www.paynestewartgolfclub.com

BRANSON, Mo., May 27 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Responding to the current economic situation, the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and CVB is once again offering summer visitors a Gas Buster discount card. Good at dozens of live music shows, area attractions, lodging properties, retail shops and restaurants, the card is worth a total of $50 off purchases. Folks signing up for the 2009 Gas Buster discount card will also have a chance to win a Grand Prize Getaway to Branson!

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“Bringing back the Gas Buster discount card, Branson is helping people save some money on their vacation. Area businesses are willing to work together so that visitors can afford to do all the things they would like to do when they come to Branson,” according to Cathy Rigby, starring as Peter Pan at the Mansion Theatre. “I have six family members of all ages joining me in Branson. They are here because there is something for everyone! If you are looking for museums, theme parks, golf, lakes, along with shopping, dining and world-class entertainment, you will find it all in Branson.”

Between June 1 and Sept. 30, 2009, the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and CVB will give a Gas Buster discount card to anyone who presents a valid drivers’ license and a minimum of $40 in gas receipts incurred within 48 hours of their arrival at the Chamber’s Welcome Center, located at the intersection of U.S. Highway 65 and Missouri Highway 248 in Branson. Gas Buster card holders are automatically entered to win the grand prize 4-day/3-night vacation for four to Branson, which will be awarded on September 30, 2009.

Gas Buster discount cards and the list of participating sponsors will be issued only from the Chamber/CVB Welcome Center. Business hours are 8am to 5pm, Monday through Saturday, and 10am to 4pm on Sundays. Gas Buster promotion runs from June 1 through Sept. 30, 2009. For more information, check out www.ExploreBranson.com or call 800-214-3661.

For additional information about Branson’s more than 100 live shows, theme parks, lakes, golf courses, family attractions, shopping and other features, or to order a free Branson Vacation Guide, call the Branson/Lakes Area Convention & Visitors Bureau at 800-214-3661 or visit our website at www.ExploreBranson.com.

Website: http://www.bransonchamber.com