July 2025
2025 ‘Back 2 You’ campaign
Each year, the Cassville Democrat dedicates at least 2 percent of all special project sales to local non-profits. This year, the 2024 total was split evenly between four entities that serve the Cassville and Barry County community
Jig On the Water, June 29
Roaring River looks very good right now, running at 53 CFS. This is fantastic. We really needed this kind of water. The dry fly fishing has become very good. With the hot, dry weather, we are now having a bit of rain here and there, but that doesn’t hurt anything.
Terry Lee Scates
Terry Lee Scates, 69, of Wheaton, Mo. passed away at his home on Wednesday, June 25, 2025.
Wheaton’s Bateman snags All-State honor
Wheaton High School sophomore Brody Bateman was has earned Second Team All-State honors for his performance on the baseball diamond this year.
Rich Cummings: How will you use your freedom?
The value of freedom can be assessed in various ways and tends to increase when it is threatened or becomes scarce.
Year in Photos — Cassville softball
Cassville’s Aubrey Stoufer sends a pitch to the plate in the district championship game against Nevada last season.
Animals abound at Barry County Fair
Cara Leach was busy prepping her rabbits for show at the Barry County Fair on Saturday, trimming their nails before the showing began.
SBA disaster loan outreach centers open
U.S. Small Business Administration Disaster Loan Outreach Centers (DLOC) are opening in Greene, Lawrence and Newton counties following SBA’s approval of Governor Mike Kehoe’s request that it make available low interest federal disaster loans to homeowners, renters and businesses and private nonprofits impacted by severe storms and flooding that occurred on April 29.
Haven of the Ozarks celebrates new facility
On June 20, the Haven of the Ozarks Animal Sanctuary, located between Exeter and Washburn dedicated their new facility, Angel’s Haven, with a Chamber Ribbon Cutting and Open House. The funding for Angel’s Haven was provided by Patricia Hall of Monett, who named the building after her cherished cat, Angel. Angel’s Haven serves as both a cat housing facility and an adoption center office. The Haven of the Ozarks Animal Sanctuary celebrates 30 years of rescuing abused, abandoned and neglected animals. Cats and dogs receive medical treatment, spaying or neutering, vaccinations, microchipping and loving care before adoption into their forever homes. About 500 pets are adopted from the Haven annually, and the facility cares for over 100 animals daily. Funding comes from donations and adoption fees. The Haven of the Ozarks Animal Sanctuary operates seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. No appointment is necessary for adopters or visitors. The Haven is currently operating at full capacity, and urges all pet owners to spay or neuter their pets. For more information on the Haven, people may visit www.havenoftheozarks.org. Contributed photo
Mattingly named SW Regional Teacher of the Year
The Southwest Center for Educational Excellence in Webb City recently hosted its annual Regional Teacher of the Year Luncheon to celebrate the best of the best in education.
