I lived there for a decade and overall good experience. Traffic noise varies depending on which unit you reside. I never minded the noise of traffic or neighbors but noticed a difference between near office and near Kansas expressway. If you ever run late, the only two traffic lights out will betray you every time though lol.

I tend to try most new restaurants in town at least once. I looked at Taco Habitat google reviews and decided to never go. Small portions, long wait time and the kicker - complaints of a person in charge (not him) openly yelling and talking down to employees.

Yep. The one today was particularly loud/distinct.

I had not heard of this, thanks. Burgers, chicken sandwiches, roast beef, baked potatoes, chili, loaded fries and sweet potato fries, etc. Menu

Hmm..

>Pinecone Holdings

>Pinecones are complicated. They've got lots of little pieces, there are hundreds of different types, and they can even get sticky. But if you give them the right circumstances, fertile soil, and some care, they have the potential to become something much greater.

>At Pinecone Holdings, our projects are like pinecones. They may be complicated, they have lots of little pieces, they come in all shapes and sizes, and there's bound to be a sticky situation or two. But with our management team, they too will become something great.

I stuck mine to the thermostat at home. I don't know why.

I got my sticker!

Edit: yay can post gifs now

Hmm, they did reduce the capacity:

>The expansion of Thunder Ridge, increasing capacity from 10,000 to approximately 50,000, is the latest in Big Cedar Lodge’s proud tradition of hosting world-class hospitality and entertainment experiences that span a variety of recreational markets. These enhancements – which have been done without any tax dollars – will more than double the previous seating capacity, without sacrificing the venue’s stunning nature-based charm. It provides another grandiose outdoor venue for a resort that hosts 7 million guests per year, and a Branson community that attracts 10 million visitors every year. July 2022

According to the website the capacity is 20k but they sold 25k each night.

10/05/2022 >SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Police have identified a pedestrian killed in a crash in Springfield on Tuesday.

>Ronnie Highbear, 35, of Rapid City, South Dakota, died in the single-vehicle crash.

>Officers responded to Republic Road and Fremont Avenue intersection around 7:30 a.m. Police say Highbear walked northbound across Republic Road when he was struck by a 2019 Nissan Rogue traveling eastbound. Police say impairment is not suspected in the crash.

>The crash was the 20th traffic fatality in Springfield in 2022.

The real quote is maybe worse than my short version:

>Reynolds said during the interview, “There are thousands of families who spent a lot of money that night to never even get in the venue. What do you want to say to them?” she asked.

>“I want to apologize. We are extremely sorry that they didn’t. For the vast majority, lots of people had an incredible time. You can tell by that aerial picture there were 20,000 people that had an incredible time. But for those folks that were not able to make it in, especially on Friday night when we had challenges, we are definitely sorry about that,” he said.

And blamed the lack of shuttles on.. Hurricane Ian.

Not that we have a lack of shuttle bus companies in the area or lack of people jumping to drive for that wage perhaps. Finding bus and limo drivers has always been difficult. Easy answer.

Bass pro "20+ year employee" being interviewed: What would you say to those who had a bad experience?

"We are truly sorry.... A few moments later "Look at the aerial view though! Lots of people, most were smiling and having fun."

Bonus: check out the Google reviews. There was a truly stellar one that has since been deleted (reviews continue to be deleted) that went something like:

"(rant about experience)... I don't care if Jesus is on the schedule and the parking is free, I will never go back"

Someone please find it on the way back machine and get a screenshot 🙏