September 2025

‘Cats keep pace with Indians
In the last two seasons, Seneca had outscored Cassville 147-16 over three contests, and the Wildcats are hoping a one-possession loss to the Indians on Friday can be a springboard for the rest of this season.
Taba’s Tiny Town staying put
A three-month special use permit saga has come to a close, with the more than 25 residents attending the July Cassville City Council meeting feeling vindicated for their efforts to obtain the permit for a daycare facility at the Masonic Lodge on Main Street.
City mostly recovered from $35K in lightning damage
The city of Cassville has tallied the full effects of three lightning strikes in April that damaged a myriad of equipment.

6 starters back for Lady ‘Cats
A court full of returners and a strong team chemistry is what the Cassville volleyball team hopes will fuel a winning season.

TroutMom Says: Lake Superior edition, Part III — Juxtaposing healthy selfishness, appreciating home
Picking up where I left off from Part II of this series, once I saw the storm rolling in on the radar, I tied my tent down, gathered what I could, and tucked it under a tarp.

Fledgling Lady Eagles prepare to fly
A year removed from its first double-digit wins season since 2016, the Purdy volleyball team is hungry — and young.

Year in Photos — Cassville girls soccer
Publisher’s note: Throughout the summer, the Cassville Democrat will feature the best unprinted photos from each team photographed during the 2024-2025 athletics seasons. — KT

Cassville Pantry seeks community support during Hunger Action Month
Cassville Pantry is calling on the community to help “fill a food basket” in September in honor of National Hunger Action Month.
CS Bank adds 2 to Board of Directors in Southwest Missouri
Charlie Cross, Chief Executive Officer, CS Bank, has announced the appointment of two new board members for the growing bank’s Cassville/ Southwest Missouri market.
Kings Prairie Festival expanding
The annual Kings Prairie Music Festival and Craft Show will be held on Saturday, Sept. 6, on the grounds of the historic Kings Prairie Schoolhouse, southeast of Monett.



