Branson Considers Entertainment Districts to Boost Tourism

By Joe Rios
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What We Know: Branson is considering allowing visitors to carry alcoholic drinks in designated outdoor entertainment areas.

What It Means: The idea came from Branson Landing, with supporters saying it could attract more festivals and boost tourism.

What’s Next: The Board of Aldermen has discussed the proposal but has not formally approved it.

The next step is a vote on whether to include the request in the city’s state legislative priorities.

Missouri lawmakers would then need to authorize the districts before Branson could establish its own rules.

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