October 2022
Double the cooks!
The annual Chili and Salsa Cook-Off in Cassville is set for this weekend, and with about twice as many participants as last year. Morgan Williamson, director of the Cassville Area Chamber of Commerce said 15 people have signed up for the chili competition, and seven will put their salsas to the test in the “Grease”themed event.
Local woman beats breast cancer
One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer, according to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, and Marcie McDaniel, a 65-year-old Wheaton woman, was one. McDaniel has worked at Cassville Mercy Hospital as the Environmental Services Lead for 7 years.
Cassville utility rates changing for some
The Cassville City Council voted this month to leave water and sewer rates the same as they are, though about 55 percent of customers will still see a change to their monthly rates. David Brock, Cassville Public Works director, recommended to the board that no changes be made to water and sewer rates this year.
‘FutBrawl’ lives up to name
It’s one of the most widespread superstitions in soccer — a 2-goal lead is the worst lead to have. The Cassville boys soccer team (9-9-1 as of Friday) took a 2-0 lead into halftime against Monett Thursday in front of a record crowd, but ultimately allowed the Cubs to tie, and Monett’s goalkeeper saved a shot to hand the Wildcats a 3-2 loss on penalty kicks.
Lady Wildcats fall in title tilt
The Cassville softball team’s season came to an end on Friday at the hands of Seneca, 1-0.
Back to back!
The Cassville eighth-grade volleyball team earned first place in the Big 8 Conference Tournament on Oct. 8 at the Nevada School District, a backto- back feat for the high schoolbound athletes.
A super competition
It all started a year ago. After a friendly social media post wager between Monett Superintendent Mark Drake and Cassville Superintendent Merlyn Johnson based on the outcome of the Barry county Brawl football game, Drake raised the stakes.
Through the Years, Oct. 19
Carol Duncan, 7, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Duncan of Crystal View, wsa all ready for Halloween with a set of jack-o-lanterns that had been planted in July, including an 86-pounder pictured at right. While the pumpkins were impressive, the growers said they were planted specifically for jack-o-lanterns and would not make good pies.
Education briefs
Missouri State University awarded 574 degrees to students in summer 2022. The graduates will participate in the fall commencement ceremony on Dec.
Wheaton Students of Month named
August Students of the Month at Wheaton schools were: Mallory Royer, 8th grade, daughter of Lewis and Deanna Royer, and Elijah Holenda, senior, son of Jeff and Shanda Holenda.
