Celebrating the Heart of Stone County :
Celebrating the Heart of Stone County :
EMBRACING THE SPIRIT OF COMMUNITY
Throughout this magazine , you ’ ll hear about living , working , and playing in Stone County from its residents . Stone County , Missouri , is a community that cherishes connections among residents , supports local businesses , and values our natural resources .
What truly sets Stone County apart is its people . Here , neighbors aren ’ t just neighbors — they ’ re family . In area businesses you ’ ll be met with smiles and often stories that echo through generations .
But it ’ s not just about the individuals ; it ’ s about the collective spirit that thrives here . In Stone County , community isn ’ t just a word — it ’ s a way of life . It ’ s the volunteers who tirelessly devote their time to local causes , the small businesses that form the backbone of our economy , and the educators who shape the minds of future generations .
Doug and Brenda Minton Crane , Missouri
Brenda is originally from Stone County and returned to Stone County after Doug retired from the military .
Charlie and Diane Hackman Kimberling City , Missouri Retired to Stone County from Omaha , Nebraska , in 2017 .
Courtney and Kim Reed Galena , Missouri Courtney is originally from Stone County and Kim has lived here for 14 years .
Hadley Givens Galena , Missouri Works full-time in Branson West , Missouri .
Travis and Sheryl Peak Branson West , Missouri Moved to Stone County in 2020 and started their business the same year .
Matt and Steph Bekebrede Kimberling City , Missouri Matt has lived in Stone County for 16 years , and Steph is originally from Stone County .
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