News briefs, Feb. 1

‘All That Jazz’ concert set for Feb. 9

The Cassville Wildcat Band Boosters proudly present a music-filled evening provided by the high school and middle school jazz bands on Feb. 9 at 6 p.m at the FEMA Event Center. Tickets are $10 each prepaid, $15 at the door and $100 for a table of eight seats, which included cupcakes and drinks. Tickets may be purchased at the Cassville High School office or Tomblin’s Jewelry and must be presented on performance night.

Barry County Soils and Crops Conference set

Livestock producers can learn about three important agricultural topics at the Barry County Soils and Crops Conference, set for 6-9 p.m. Thursday in Cassville. University of Missouri Extension Agricultural Business Specialist Jennifer Lutes will present an economic overview of multi-species grazing. Drought-induced pasture reset will be taught by MU Extension Agronomist Tim Schnakenberg. MU Extension Ag Business Specialist Wes Tucker will explain how current land values affect succession plans and fairness among heirs.

“This long-running conference continues to equip livestock producers to better manage their operations and provide quality meat products for consumers,” Schnakenberg said. The event, at First Christian Church, located at 905 Old Exeter Road in Cassville. The event will start with a catered meal by John Sullivan. For details and registration, people may visit www.cvent.com/d/vlq27n/4W or call 417-847-3161.

Groundbreaking for jail, health department scheduled

Groundbreaking for the Barry County Health Department and the Barry County jail will be held Feb. 16 at 10:30 a.m.

OATS rides available in Barry County

OATS Transit offers regular transportation services for the rural general public of any age, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. Please call the local OATS Transit office at 417-887-9272 or 800-770-6287 to schedule a ride or find out about services in the Barry County area. People may also visit the OATS website at oatstransit.org to view local schedules under “Bus Schedules,” then click on the county of service. OATS offices will be closed, and regular routes will not be running on Feb. 20 for Presidents’ Day. Please keep this in mind as trips are scheduled near these holidays. OATS Transit is hiring drivers statewide to can continue serving riders. Openings are listed on the OATS website.

Seligman dances ongoing each Saturday

The Seligman Chamber of Commerce country dances at the Seligman Chamber Event Center are every Saturday from 7-10 p.m. No alcohol is allowed. Admission is $10 per person, and 18-and-under are free. There is a potluck, 50-50 drawing and door prizes. For more information, people may call 417-662-3612.