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Q&A With Greg Hasty

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Greg Hasty recently participated in a Q&A session with the Lake Sun editorial staff. We're happy to share some of his answers to questions about his experience as Presiding Commissioner of Camden County and his visions for the future! Take a look below to learn more. Q: What sets you apart from the other candidates? A: I am a Christian, conservative Republican, with over 30 years as a successful business owner at the Lake of the Ozarks. My Democratic opponent retired at the lake recently and has little knowledge of Camden County. The Libertarian candidate hasn't shown up anywhere for any event and remains an enigma. Neither of these challengers can match my lifetime of knowledge about Camden County. I am a licensed Professional Surveyor, as well as Real Estate Broker, with over 40 years experience in Camden County. I am, by far, the most qualified candidate to serve as your Camden County Presiding Commissioner. Q: Why are you running for office?  A: Five years a

Top 5 Reasons to Exercise Your Right to Vote

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Voting is an important task as a citizen of the United States. With the upcoming general election, now is a great time to review why this is such an important thing to do for your city, county, state, and country. As your Presiding Commissioner of Camden County , Greg Hasty knows how impactful a vote can be. Set a reminder to get out and exercise your right on November 6th! Learn why you should below. Top Reasons to Vote: Reason #1 - Be Heard Voting is YOUR voice. It is your chance to select who you think would best represent that position. It's your way of telling the government what you feel is the best for your country, state, county, and/or city. Reason #2 - Be Patriotic Not every country gives its residents the ability to elect officials. Help make a difference for the place you love! Take pride in your country and participate in elections - it's the patriotic thing to do! Reason #3 - Stand for Your Beliefs If you don't vote for what you believe, who

Halloween Festivities in Camden County

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Halloween is one of the most popular holidays of the year. It's a fun time for people of all ages to dress up and have fun! Whether it's trick or treating or an adult party - there are a TON of local events happening in Camden County. As a resident of the county, this is a great opportunity to get out and enjoy the festive events. Take a look below to check out some of the upcoming events surrouding this festival holiday. Hy-Vee Hollow Trick-or-Treat Oct 25, 2018 Hy-Vee Parking Lot Come join us in our Hy-Vee Parking lot for our annual Hy-Vee Hollow Trick-or-treat event! This event will be held on Thursday October 25th from 4-7 PM in the Hy-Vee Parking Lot. Don't forget your costumes! Admission for this event is $2.00 per child. All of the proceeds will be donated to two local organizations - The Dream Factory and Camp Wonderland. Refreshments will be provided for the kids. HOWL-O-WEEN Festival Oct 27, 2018 Dogwood Animal Shelter Save the date for Dogwood Anim

What the Camden County Commission has Accomplished - Part 2

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Camden County needs leadership that you can trust. Nothing is as important as having ethical leadership that will do the right thing. To be an effective commissioner, you really need to have a comprehensive knowledge of Camden County and its residents to make sound decisions. With over 40 years as a surveyor in Camden County, Greg Hasty  knows this county end to end. The Presiding Commissioner of Camden County must to be willing to make a stand for the right thing, even when it is unpopular. As Presiding Commissioner I’ve delivered on every promise I made when I chose to run for office 4 years ago. I’ve worked to build a close relationship with the other commissioners. We now have a Camden County Commission that works together as a team to make improvements to the operation of government. We’ve taken a hard look at how we do “the business of government”, to make improvements and enhance the quality of life of the citizens. So what have we accomplished for you? As promised 4

What the Camden County Commission has Accomplished - Part 1

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Camden County needs leadership that you can trust. Nothing is as important as having ethical leadership that will do the right thing. To be an effective commissioner, you really need to have a comprehensive knowledge of Camden County and its residents to make sound decisions. With over 40 years as a surveyor in Camden County, I know this county end to end. The Presiding Commissioner of Camden County must to be willing to make a stand for the right thing, even when it is unpopular. As Presiding Commissioner I’ve delivered on every promise I made when I chose to run for office 4 years ago. I’ve worked to build a close relationship with the other commissioners. We now have a Camden County Commission that works together as a team to make improvements to the operation of government. We’ve taken a hard look at how we do “the business of government”, to make improvements and enhance the quality of life of the citizens. So what have we accomplished for you? In Camden County, we have

October Events for Camden County

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Fall excitement is in the air! Now's the perfect time to get out and enjoy the breathtaking views our area has to offer. Along with the changing leaves, there are a TON of fun events happening this month around the Lake of the Ozarks. This is just ONE of the perks of living in Camden County. Take a look below to check out some of the hot upcoming events. Thunder Mountain Fall Festival Oct 05, 2018 - Oct 27, 2018 Bridal Cave & Thunder Mountain Park Each Fall Thunder Mountain comes alive for the fall season. Included in your tour of Bridal Cave is all of the fall festival activities. Live Bluegrass music, sarsaparilla making, pumpkin painting, pumpkin chunkin' range, hay bale mountain, fire pits for smores, bat bag toss, face painting, pumpkin tic tac toe, pedal tractor races, hike the pumpkin trail and pick out your favorite pumpkin. Its fun for the whole family. Osage Beach Fishing Derby Oct 06, 2018 Osage Beach City Park Lake Front From 9:00am - 1:00

Why Vote Hasty for Presiding Commissioner?

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The election for Presiding Commissioner of Camden County is approaching. As we near election day -  November 6th, 2018 - it's time to start deciding who will get your vote. If you're wondering why you should vote for Greg Hasty , take a look below! This is a crucial time for Camden County, and an experienced, knowledgeable, visionary leader is what this community needs. The Presiding Commissioner of Camden County should not just be the person with the most money behind him, catering to special interests. There is too much at stake in Camden County for its citizens to tolerate pettifogging politicians. Elected officials should lead, not dictate. Every time you turn around, there is a new map and a new fee associated with it. The rapid erosion, or outright taking of the rights of property owners, in favor of special interests, has to be put in check by competent leadership. George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Abraham Lincoln were trusted surveyors, before enteri