The Branson Tri-Lakes News recognized 100 years of continuous publication by itself and its various precursors in January 2012.
[7] Branson Tri-Lakes News was acquired by Lancaster Management Inc in November 2013.
[8] The paper also produces several regular special publications, including the monthly entertainment-themed Ozark Mountain Visitor, and Branson This Week.
All of its publications, including both editions of the Branson Tri-Lakes News, are full color.
[9] In 2022, the Branson Tri-Lakes News received first place for Best Overall Design, second place for Best Investigative Reporting, and third place for Best News Story, Community Service, General Excellence, Best Story about Education, Magazine/Alternative Publication, and Best Business Story as part of 12 awards from the Missouri Press Association's Better Newspaper Awards.