Shepherd of the Hills Fire!

Branson Mom · 05-01-2002, 11:17 PM

Around 7:30pm tonight I heard on the radio that Aunt Molly's Restuarant at Shepherd of the Hills was on fire and several units were called to fight the blaze. About an hour ago I was at the grocery store and ran into a woman who was buying apples and bananas for approximately 50 firefighters. She was a fireman's wife. She told me that the fire had taken out the gift shop, ticket office and restuarant and was still very intense. I believe she said that 23 units had been called out, but I may have misunderstood her. When we left the grocery store, we decided to drive out in front of The Grand Mansion and see if we could see anything. We didn't want to get in the way and figured we might be able to see something. It saddens me to say we did. The horizon was a yellowish-orange glow and there was a lot of smoke. We could even see the lights of the firetrucks. The fire is obviously, still very big if we could see it from the top of the Shepherd of the Hills Expressway. I haven't heard anything on the radio lately and I missed the news. I've checked the Springfield Newsleader website and KY3, so far I've not heard anymore on the situation. I'll let you all know when I find out more.

Cheesecake · 05-01-2002, 11:33 PM

Dear Branson Mom.....

I saw your post to my post re: this over in Misc. Info....I didnt know where to post it...I was just so upset.....I didnt even see yours right here.

I cant find anything on the websites....I posted KYTV's url...cause by morning they will have their site updated........they had Ellie Merritt on scene......and they had some amazing video...just such a big fire.....makes you worry about the firemen.

They interviewed the owner.....and they suggested that there will be a production on Friday nite......as the show arena is not harmed. But, this is a big loss to him and his family....apparently they ran all the concessions.....and now they dont have their jobs....they said it started...I think you mentioned that...in the restaurant....and spread so fast.

Oh me......just feel so sad about it...but grateful to God..that no one was physically hurt.

Ill look to your information.....thanksssssss Cheesecake

PS: Im editing here:.......From the Branson Internet News Online at http://bransondotcom.com/ there is a link to broadcast news here: http://100kwatts.tmi.net/tv/SGF.html ....... where there are links to all the news people in the area. One of them might have this by now...or by morning.

Branson Mom · 05-01-2002, 11:40 PM

Oh, Cheesecake I know, It is very sad. I'll keep you posted.

fours · 05-02-2002, 07:58 AM

Oh my, that saddens me. I hope no one was hurt or harmed. Thank you Branson Mom for the report.

VBeason · 05-02-2002, 09:32 AM

Shepherd of the Hills is resiliant -- I'm sure they will "rise from the ashes" much like the legendary Phoenix. So sad that it happened at the beginning of the season. But as stated in a prior post -- they rose back after the fire that destroyed props and costumes and I'm sure they'll come back from this as well. Just a shame, was a great little place to eat and always had the nicest gifts. We'll keep an eye on the board for updates on their proress.

Prayers are with all concerned. Hope no one was hurt and that all will be OK.

OkieAnon · 05-02-2002, 10:14 AM

there was a story about the fire in this mornings springfield online newspaper www.springfieldnews-leader.com

Maplenut Fudge · 05-02-2002, 03:24 PM

go to this site

http://www.oldmatt.com/fire.htm

Branson Mom · 05-03-2002, 09:42 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by fourstevens
Oh my, that saddens me. I hope no one was hurt or harmed. Thank you Branson Mom for the report.

You're welcome. Apparently there were quite a few customers in the restaurant when the fire broke out, but everyone got out just fine. I believe that two firemen, had minor injuries (I think it was a sprained ankle and nail puncture wound in a hand).

Cheesecake · 05-03-2002, 10:01 AM

Just as it should be the THE SHOW WILL GO ON....tonight's performance is scheduled as usual.

According to local TV news. Friday 5-3-02.....early....

sdcfan · 05-03-2002, 06:44 PM

I heard about it on the st.louis news this morning,that is just terrible! at least nobody was injured or worse.They problably will rebuild soon.we are going in july, the homestead feels like home, the show will go on!

Cheesecake · 05-03-2002, 07:01 PM

..........but the rain got the show tonight......but, its on for tomorrow night.....

THE SHOW WILL GO ON....and soon it will all be rebuilt....

Suselit · 05-04-2002, 11:08 AM

Thanks for the link to the Sheperd of the Hills --oldmatt's- I signed up for their free email magazine.

05-01-2002, 11:17 PM	#1
Branson Mom Just me Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Branson! Posts: 5,871	Shepherd of the Hills Fire! Around 7:30pm tonight I heard on the radio that Aunt Molly's Restuarant at Shepherd of the Hills was on fire and several units were called to fight the blaze. About an hour ago I was at the grocery store and ran into a woman who was buying apples and bananas for approximately 50 firefighters. She was a fireman's wife. She told me that the fire had taken out the gift shop, ticket office and restuarant and was still very intense. I believe she said that 23 units had been called out, but I may have misunderstood her. When we left the grocery store, we decided to drive out in front of The Grand Mansion and see if we could see anything. We didn't want to get in the way and figured we might be able to see something. It saddens me to say we did. The horizon was a yellowish-orange glow and there was a lot of smoke. We could even see the lights of the firetrucks. The fire is obviously, still very big if we could see it from the top of the Shepherd of the Hills Expressway. I haven't heard anything on the radio lately and I missed the news. I've checked the Springfield Newsleader website and KY3, so far I've not heard anymore on the situation. I'll let you all know when I find out more. __________________ Please visit Bransonmom.com!

05-01-2002, 11:33 PM	#2
Cheesecake Moooooooo Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: USA Posts: 33,778	Dear Branson Mom..... I saw your post to my post re: this over in Misc. Info....I didnt know where to post it...I was just so upset.....I didnt even see yours right here. I cant find anything on the websites....I posted KYTV's url...cause by morning they will have their site updated........they had Ellie Merritt on scene......and they had some amazing video...just such a big fire.....makes you worry about the firemen. They interviewed the owner.....and they suggested that there will be a production on Friday nite......as the show arena is not harmed. But, this is a big loss to him and his family....apparently they ran all the concessions.....and now they dont have their jobs....they said it started...I think you mentioned that...in the restaurant....and spread so fast. Oh me......just feel so sad about it...but grateful to God..that no one was physically hurt. Ill look to your information.....thanksssssss Cheesecake PS: Im editing here:.......From the Branson Internet News Online at http://bransondotcom.com/ there is a link to broadcast news here: http://100kwatts.tmi.net/tv/SGF.html ....... where there are links to all the news people in the area. One of them might have this by now...or by morning. Last edited by Cheesecake; 05-01-2002 at 11:38 PM.

05-01-2002, 11:40 PM	#3
Branson Mom Just me Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Branson! Posts: 5,871	Oh, Cheesecake I know, It is very sad. I'll keep you posted. __________________ Please visit Bransonmom.com!

05-03-2002, 10:01 AM	#9
Cheesecake Moooooooo Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: USA Posts: 33,778	The Show Goes On...Tonight !!! Just as it should be the THE SHOW WILL GO ON....tonight's performance is scheduled as usual. According to local TV news. Friday 5-3-02.....early....

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05-02-2002, 07:58 AM	#4
fours Catch Cyclone Fever! Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: ISU CYCLONE COUNTRY Posts: 3,954	Oh my, that saddens me. I hope no one was hurt or harmed. Thank you Branson Mom for the report.

05-02-2002, 09:32 AM	#5
VBeason Super Ultra Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Raytown, MO Posts: 6,161	Shepherd of the Hills is resiliant -- I'm sure they will "rise from the ashes" much like the legendary Phoenix. So sad that it happened at the beginning of the season. But as stated in a prior post -- they rose back after the fire that destroyed props and costumes and I'm sure they'll come back from this as well. Just a shame, was a great little place to eat and always had the nicest gifts. We'll keep an eye on the board for updates on their proress. Prayers are with all concerned. Hope no one was hurt and that all will be OK.

05-02-2002, 10:14 AM	#6
OkieAnon Moderator Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 23,232	there was a story about the fire in this mornings springfield online newspaper www.springfieldnews-leader.com

05-02-2002, 03:24 PM	#7
Maplenut Fudge Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: AR Posts: 236	go to this site http://www.oldmatt.com/fire.htm

05-03-2002, 06:44 PM	#10
sdcfan Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Posts: 422	I heard about it on the st.louis news this morning,that is just terrible! at least nobody was injured or worse.They problably will rebuild soon.we are going in july, the homestead feels like home, the show will go on!

05-03-2002, 07:01 PM	#11
Cheesecake Moooooooo Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: USA Posts: 33,778	..........but the rain got the show tonight......but, its on for tomorrow night..... THE SHOW WILL GO ON....and soon it will all be rebuilt....

05-04-2002, 11:08 AM	#12
Suselit Super Ultra Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Posts: 25,703	Thanks for the link to the Sheperd of the Hills --oldmatt's- I signed up for their free email magazine.

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