July 2023
News briefs, July 26
The Wheaton High School Class of 1973 invites family, friends, former classmates and neighbors to stop in the shade by Railroad Depot Museum, located at 311 Main St., during 65th Annual Wheaton BBQ. Plans are flexible and will be determined by those there.
Trees, limbs litter highways after 70-mph gusts
A bow echo storm created damaging wind gusts in Barry County on Friday, uprooting trees and causing road blockages and home damage, especially in the Purdy and Butterfield areas. David Compton, Barry County Emergency Management director, said most of the damage was to large, mature trees, pushed over from the root ball and covering areas of Highways 97, 148, 76 and 39.
Troutman Media LLC buys Cassville Democrat building
Troutman Media LLC, which purchased the Cassville Democrat newspaper in January, hopes to revitalize its office after purchasing the building on June 7. Kyle Troutman and Jordan Troutman, managers of Troutman Media LLC, purchased the property from Barry County Properties LLC for an undisclosed amount.
Through the years, July 19
July 18, 1973 Cassville Truss Co., owned by Richard Hackett, this week observes its first year of operation. Builders of construction roof trusses and walls, the plant is located on County Farm Road in Cassville.
Kyle Troutman: A wild goose chase
I have never considered myself a history buff, but for a few hours on June 7, my wife, daughter and I sent ourselves on a wild goose chase to learn every single thing we could about Lot 114 in the city of Cassville.
Solution coming for trash delays
Republic Services moves Cassville from Springfield unit to Bella Vista The city of Cassville has been dealing with ongoing trash pick-up delays, and Republic Services has presented the city council with a plan of action to solve the issue. Don Collins, area senior manager for Republic Services, addressed the council on Thursday, recognizing the shortfalls and promising a resolution.
TroutMom Says: Celebrating milestones, successes
As I write this, the temperature outside is climbing to the expected 98 degrees for the day. We have experienced a heat wave these last couple of weeks that has broken records all over the country.
Lady Wildcats wrap up play days next week
The Cassville volleyball team has more seniors on its roster this year than positions on the floor, and the Lady Wildcats’ confidence is blooming because of it. Paige Huddleston, Cassville volleyball coach, said the team’s 20 contact days began in June with games in Mt.
Purdy Festival draws families to fun
Ed Lassley, of Purdy, his grandson, Titus Lassley, in the foreground, and granddaughter, Charlie Brown, at rear, visit with Butch Patrick, right, who portrayed Eddie Munster in the long-running television show, The Munsters.
