August 2022
News briefs
The Barry County Genealogical and Historical Society will host its inaugural Holiday Season Craft Fair on Nov. 12 from 9 a.m.
Purdy returns to school
With various school improvement projects scheduled for work throughout the coming school year, Purdy has amended its car pick-up and drop-off routes. This year, parents and others picking kids up from school are being asked to enter onto Gabby Gibbons Drive on the east side of the campus.
Barry County E9-1-1 awarded for excellence
Barry County Emergency Services E9-1-1 has been recognized by The International Academies of Emergency Dispatch (IAED) as an Accredited Center of Excellence (ACE) for Emergency Police Dispatching (EPD). Barry County Emergency Services E9-1-1 is the 27th EPD ACE in the world.
Southwest trap team finishes season strong
The Southwest Trap team ended its 2022 season at the World Shooting and Recreational Complex in Sparta, Ill., on Aug. 1-2. Day one of the competition brought high temperatures and uncomfortable conditions.
Lady Wildcats set lofty goals
A second-place finish in the district last season was just a whetting of the whistle for the Cassville softball team. Lori Videmschek, Cassville softball coach, said with six returners and four seniors, this year’s Lady Wildcats are ready to compete.
Original Washington quarter plaster models on display
A small but ubiquitous piece of American history will be on display this weekend at the Old Church Gallery near Shell Knob. Tom and Nancy Rochovansky, owners of the Gallery, are hosting a special display of the original plaster casts of the 1932 design of George Washington, used for a commemorative gold coin and son to be used on a new set of quarters.
8 ball, corner pocket
Earlier this year, Jarrod Henbest and JD Hunter found themselves with nothing to do. After traveling to a casino and believing they wasted their money, the duo decided to take action.
Sliding into fall
For more than 20 years Robyn and Artie Cole have offered a spooky, fun and frightening adventure for families to enjoy. The Exeter Corn Maze will soon open for the season with even more to offer their guests.
Dr. A. Sam Burton
Dr. A. Sam Burton, a long time Rolla resident was born to Homer M. Burton and Alcy A. Parmalee Burton on Jan. 12, 1929, in Monett and passed away on Aug. 25, 2022, at his home in Rolla at the age of 93. He is survived by two daughters and sonsin- law; Martha Burton Long and Paul Long of Rolla, and Sally Burton Brock and Robert Brock of Hiram, Ga.; two granddaughters, Stacy Troutt (Brian Mcgrath) and Laura Chatham (Logan Chatham) of Hiram, Ga.; siblings Emma Jean (Bob) McCormick of Monett, Bill (Elsie) Burton of Monett, and Elizabeth (Don) Pennel of Joplin. He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Ethel Caruthers Burton and five siblings.
Wildcats claw past Tigers
A rain delay did not dampen the Week 1 excitement, as the Cassville football team used a dynamic offense to sour Hollister’s home opener with a 35-26 win. The Wildcats started the contest by forcing a punt on the Tigers’ first drive, and Hernan Hernandez returned the ball from his own 40 to Hollister’s 32.
