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MYSTIC RIVER FALLS AT SILVER DOLLAR CITY With the tallest drop on a water raft ride in the western hemisphere, Mystic River Falls is now open. The water adventure includes winding, roaring rapids set in an authentic Ozarks mountainous river theme, culminating with a waterfall drop that sends riders down more than four stories of splashing, rafting, family fun. A $23-million investment set in an authentic design of river towns of yesteryear, Mystic River Falls is the focus of the all-new area called Rivertown that includes the new expansive Rivertown Smokehouse, with an array of meats smoked on-site, and a new cinnamon bread bakery, featuring bakers in full view to guests as they create legendary specialties. VOTED #1 AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK – AGAIN! Shepherd of the Hills, has been voted USA Today's Best Aerial Adventure Park in the nation for the second year. They won the award through an online poll. Nominations came from a panel of travel industry judges and were then turned over to the general public to vote. After saving the historic site in 2017, the owners have been hard at work. They continue to provide updates and quality entertainment, without sacrificing the park's tradition. Among the new attractions and opportunities are new night Zipline Canopy tours and night rope courses to give visitors fun adventures, even after dark. BRANSONBULLETIN BRANSONBULLETIN DINNER AND A SHOW In Branson, you don't have to choose between entertaining shows and delicious home-style cooking. From horseback riding stunts and murder mystery to a trip on a riverboat, you won't want to miss these popular dinner show favorites: Enjoy a four-course meal at Dolly Parton's Stampede with equestrians leaping through a ring of fire, entertaining wagon races, pig races and more in a 35,000-sq.-ft. arena. Shepherd of the Hills is offering a brand new murder mystery, Whodunnit Hoedown, with pork chop, roasted chicken, grilled corn on the cob, cherry cobbler and detective work. Experience a three-course meal with beautiful views and fun entertainment onboard a nineteenth-century-style riverboat. Showboat Branson Belle takes you on a two-hour journey across Table Rock Lake for lunch or dinner and a variety show featuring music, magic, dancing, comedy and more. A 60th Anniversary Diamond Jubilee comes with a great big bow as Silver Dollar City in Branson, Missouri takes the crown for #1 Amusement Park in all the land by 10Best/USAToday Readers' Choice Awards. In total, Silver Dollar City was awarded three amusement- related awards in this nationwide poll of USA TODAY readers. The two additional awards go to the 2015 Guinness World Record- holding wooden roller coaster, Outlaw Run, ranked in the Top 10 Best Roller Coaster poll (#10) and Buckshot Annie's, home of the City's favorite skillet meals, ranks as the #5 Best Restaurant. This news is during a season when the 1880s-themed park opens a historic ride and an all-new area. Mystic River Falls, considered an engineering marvel in the global attractions industry, includes a rotating 4-platform, 8-story lift and massive waterfall drop – creating an only-of-its-kind water ride, rightfully claiming "The Tallest Drop on a Water Raft Ride in the Western Hemisphere." "These awards highlight the world-class offerings at Silver Dollar City," said Brad Thomas, President of Silver Dollar City Attractions. "Our guests come from all over America's heartland. The Silver Dollar City team strives hard every day to ensure these families can escape the concerns and worries of today to enjoy our crafts, our rides, our food, our shows and festivals. We appreciate these guests for believing in us and supporting us for over 60 years, and certainly for voting for us in this poll." For a complete schedule and more information, visit www.silverdollarcity.com. THE BEST OF BRANSON SILVER DOLLAR CITY TAKES #1 AMUSEMENT PARK IN THE LAND! 48 WHAT'S UP! AUGUST 9-15, 2020