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Pictured from left to right: Elizabeth Heser, St. George Episcopal Church; Linda Marrs, Lake Presbyterian Church; Pat Woodward, Manager LAMB House, Bob Reiskamp, Can Do Chairman; Diann Jacobs, Christmas Committee Chairman; Jani Humiston, First Baptist Church and Laura Salvage, Community Christian Church.

The Camdenton Area Chamber of Commerce Can-Do Challenge collected 18,434 cans and box food for the LAMB House food pantry. Area Churches collected 14,878 items, Business & Organizations collected 2,016 items, and 1,440 canned goods were turned at the Christmas on the Square event.

Lake Presbyterian Church stepped up to the Can-Do Challenge for the 4th year in a row collecting 4,781 items; First Baptist Church collected, 3,323 items, Community Christian Church, collected2,116 items, and St George Episcopal Church, Brotherhood of St. Andrew collected 2,002 items. United Methodist Church, Sonlight Christian Church, Our Saviors Lutheran Church, Graceland Church and Lake Family Church turned in a total 2,653 items.

In the Business & Organization category, Kinderhook Association collected, 1,038 items to win first place. Mac Decker - State Farm Insurance, Kiwanis Club and Gull-Ables collected an additional 1,673 items. Youth group winner was Cub Scout Pack 229, Den 3, collecting 343 items. Top winners received Gift Cards or Gift Certificates from area business in the Camdenton and Osage Beach area.

Bob Reiskamp, Can-Do Challenge Chairman, and Diane Jacobs, Christmas on The Square, Chairman say THANK YOU CAMDEN COUNTY RESIDENTS for donating the cans and boxed food items this year.

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Suzy Akers (left) and Heidi Ebert

Gattermeir Davidson is pleased to announce that Suzy Akers and Heidi Ebert have joined our team of talented agents. Ryan Gattermeir states “We are proud to welcome these new agents and believe they are a perfect addition to our growing company.”

Suzy Akers has been in the real estate profession for 11 years specializing in residential properties. Akers is a Graduate of REALTOR® Institute and currently serves as a State Director for the Bagnell Dam Association of REALTORS®. Akers is a member of the National Association of REALTORS®, Missouri Association of REALTORS®, and Bagnell Dam Association of REALTORS®. Akers is also a bit of a “local celebrity” as she and her husband Don Akers sing and entertain at many local establishments. Akers states, “I love to help clients find that perfect home at the Lake be it full time or vacation property! There is nothing more satisfying than helping to make their dream of lake living a reality!”

Heidi Ebert relocated to the Lake in 2002 from Minnesota. Ebert began her real estate career in 2003 as a Closing Coordinator and began selling in 2005. She’s a graduate of Star Power Buyer University and also of Brian Buffini’s 100 Days to Greatness Program in 2007. Ebert’s mission statement is “Building Lasting Relationships One Client at a Time.” Ebert is a member of the National Association of REALTORS®, Missouri Association of REALTORS®, and Bagnell Dam Association of REALTORS®.

“I am thrilled to have Real Estate professionals like Heidi & Suzy on board here at our office!” said Conda Davidson. Heidi commented back “I am pleased to be a part of a progressive, professional, energetic and fast growing company with so many quality agents & visionary leadership! This is the Company my clients have been looking for at the Lake!”

Gattermeir Davidson has quickly become a Top 5 company in both Real Estate Boards at the Lake in 2009. “We are happy to ring in the New Year with a company on track from doing business the Right Way!” says Ed Schmidt. Gattermeir Davidson Real Estate continues to grow and expand in 2010 with their strength in technology and their knowledge based in tradition.

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Lake Regional Health System will hold an informational forum on the LAP-BAND® Adjustable Gastric Banding System for area residents from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 19. The forum will be held in the third floor conference rooms at Lake Regional Hospital in Osage Beach. Attendance is required to be considered for the program.



Lake Regional Surgeon Mark Drake, D.O., will discuss the popular weight-loss procedure. He also will answer common questions prospective candidates have about requirements for the procedure and the dietary changes required of patients after surgery.

Lake Regional surgeons, including Dr. Drake, now offer the LAP-BAND® procedure for patients who meet certain eligibility requirements. Those interested in learning more about this weight-loss option are encouraged to attend this free informational meeting.

The forum is free, but registration is required. Visit www.lakeregional.com and click “Classes/Events” to register, or call 573-348-8988 for more information.

Lake Regional offers a variety of educational programming topics during the year, such as diabetes, heart disease and childhood obesity. Several health fairs and screenings also are held annually throughout the lake area. For information on upcoming events, visit www.lakeregional.com.

Lake Regional Health System General Surgeon Mark Drake, D.O., recently received a three-year appointment by the American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer to serve as cancer liaison physician for Lake Regional’s accredited cancer program.

Dr. Drake is among a national network of more than 1,600 volunteer physicians who are responsible for providing leadership and direction to establish, maintain and support their facilities’ cancer programs. He has a significant interest in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with malignant diseases and is a member of Lake Regional’s multidisciplinary cancer committee.

As cancer liaison physician, Dr. Drake works with Lake Regional Cancer Center staff to facilitate the submission, presentation, use and interpretation of data from the CoC’s National Cancer Database. He also is responsible for spearheading CoC initiatives within Lake Regional’s cancer program; collaborating with local agencies, such as the American Cancer Society; and facilitating quality improvement initiatives using NCDB data. In addition, Dr. Drake facilitates participation in the Commission’s Facility Information Profile System — a data-sharing activity between the CoC and the ACS. The system provides public information about resources, services and annual cancer cases diagnosed at CoC-accredited facilities online at www.cancer.org.

The Commission on Cancer is a consortium of 44 professional organizations dedicated to improving the survival and quality of life for cancer patients. The Commission achieves its goal through standard-setting, cancer prevention, research and educational activities, as well as monitoring comprehensive quality care. Its membership includes national organizations representing the full spectrum of cancer care and Fellows of the American College of Surgeons. Currently, there are more than 1,400 CoC-accredited cancer programs in the United States and Puerto Rico, and approximately 80 percent of newly diagnosed cancer patients are treated in these institutions.

Lake Regional Health System provides comprehensive cancer care services, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, diagnostic imaging and surgery, for lake-area residents and visitors. The hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and is a past recipient of the Missouri Quality Award.

Micah Kaige Colwell, son of Tim and Kim Colwell of Brumley, Mo., is Lake Regional Health System’s 2010 New Year’s baby. Micah was born at 9:53 a.m. Jan. 1. He weighed seven pounds, four ounces and was 20 1/2 inches long.

Micah’s paternal grandparents are Dwight and Patsy Boren of Crocker, Mo., and his maternal grandparents are Paul and Sherry Pritchett and Ken and Brenda Pritchett of Iberia, Mo. He has one brother, Kadyn Colwell.

As the New Year’s baby, Micah received a $100 savings bond donated by Central Bank of Lake of the Ozarks and a portable play yard donated by Lake Regional Health System.

Lake Regional Health System provides comprehensive health care services to the residents and visitors of the lake region. The hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and is a past recipient of the Missouri Quality Award. Lake Regional Health System also operates primary care, urgent care, specialty and rehab therapy clinics, retail pharmacies and home health services throughout the lake area.


Lake Regional Health System’s 2010 New Year’s baby, Micah Kaige Colwell, and his brother, Kadyn, with parents Tim and Kim Colwell of Brumley, Mo.