August 2025
3 injured in Big M area boat explosion
Three North Carolina Residents were injured at about 3:36 p.m. on Aug. 12 in a boat explosion on Table Rock Lake.
John Tiedeman: In response to city of Washburn letter
In response to the letter from Washburn in the Democrat, the loss of revenue for the city is because the city clerk failed at her job in December.
Eyes up, devices down
All six superintendents of schools in Barry County say Missouri’s new law banning cell phones during school hours reinforces efforts they have already made to limit distractions and improve engagement.
Cassville man charged with sexual misconduct
A Cassville man has been charged for alleged sexual misconduct with a child on multiple occasions.
A mighty donation: Arvest accords 100 helmets
Arvest Bank in Cassville recently donated 100 helmets to the Cassville Mighty Mite Football Program, which league president Bobbie Jo Meek said would last the program about 10 years.
Jeff Fugitt: Create a good world here
Amemory that popped up on social media today included pictures of our daughter, her husband and their daughter shortly after our granddaughter was born.
Year in Photos — Barry County girls basketball
Exeter’s Jaylee Hawkins (No. 2) and Dawnee Sorensen (No. 44) go for a rebound in a contest at Wheaton last season.
Wildcats’ defense locking in
The Cassville football team will bring back a decent amount of experience, skill and leadership to its linebacker and defensive back positions this season, aiming to enforce the traditionally physical brand of Wildcat defense.
Car enthusiasts enjoy The Exeter Depot Auto Show
Carson Woolaway, 16, of Rocky Comfort, added some shine to his classic Ford truck Saturday at The Depot Exeter Auto Show.
William Isaac “Bill” Yocum
William Isaac “Bill” Yocum, 81, of Exeter, Mo. passed away Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at his home.
