August 2025
Barry County Neighborhood Center to close Sept. 19
OACAC services going through Branson; Beck hopes to save other services
Nathan Toon: Like Peter on the water
Recently, things have begun to change in my life and those around me. I can sense a call for faith to be tested and for obedience to heed that call.
Targets hit, national title won
Southwest trap team member Colten Phillips, left, encourages teammate Jesse Jones during competition at the AIM Grand Nationals Championship in Sparta, Ill., in July. Contributed photo
Year in Photos — Barry County boys basketball
Southwest’s Kasen Holder rises above the crowd for 2 during a Southwest Holiday Tournament game last season.
Big boys line up
Size is not everything when it comes to offensive and defensive lines, but being bigger overall than last year won’t hurt the Cassville football team.
Rex Alan Pendergraft
Rex Alan Pendergraft, 72, passed away on July 30, 2025, in Colorado. Born on January 18, 1953, to the late Lester and Pauline Tate Pendergraft, Rex grew up in Washburn, Missouri, where he learned a deep love of the outdoors and a strong work ethic.
Mary Lou Olson
Mary Lou Olson, 84, of Golden, Mo. passed away Friday, July 25, 2025, at her home.
Outgoing coach lauds squad for effort in spring season
The Southwest softball season in the spring brought moments of triumph, personal growth and lasting memories, both on and off the field.
Judah William Mitchell
Judah William Mitchell, 21, of Pierce City, Mo. passed away Sunday, July 27, 2025, when the truck he was driving crashed.
James Ralph “Jim” Giddings
James Ralph “Jim” Giddings, 85, of Washburn, Mo. passed away Thursday, July 31, 2025, at Circle of Life Hospice in Bentonville, Ark.
