November 2025
Mystery solved at ‘Cafe Murder’
Jeremiah Blankenship, as Chef, performs in the "Cafe Murder" play put on by the Cassville High School drama program on Thursday and Friday at the performing arts center.
50 years in the mix
Fifty years after mixing his first load of concrete, Corles “Corky” Stehlik said the success of Barry County Ready Mix hasn’t come from big corporate strategies or flashy equipment — it’s come from grit, loyal customers and the ability to keep things running, even when the parts weren’t perfect.
Purdy approves equipment replacement
The Purdy City Council addressed infrastructure issues and dog challenges at its Nov. 12 meeting.
Sales tax income mixed in November
For the fifth time in six months, Barry County cities showed gains in sales tax revenues in November, and for the fourth time in six months, countywide taxes have also seen gains.
Ozark Festival Orchestra Christmas concert Dec. 7
The Ozark Festival Orchestra will continue its 46th season of concerts in Monett at 3 p.m. on Dec. 7, at the Monett High School Performing Arts Center with a celebration of Christmas.
Missouri State Parks seeks input
Missouri State Parks, in partnership with the University of Missouri, is gathering feedback to better understand how our parks and historic sites bring value to visitors and local communities. Anyone…
Cassville 3rd at Marion C. Early tourney
Cassville High School recently attended the Marion C. Early Speech and Debate Tournament. There were 18 schools in attendance, and as a team, Cassville placed third overall in points to win third in team sweeps.
Kyle Troutman: A sweet night
Saturday was a sweet night, not only because we auctioned off 26 pies for more than $1,000, but also because we will be able to donate about three times as…
Jamie Fugitt: Treasure hunting at Christmas
One doesn’t have to be very old to have experienced a lot of changes in life. For example, although artificial intelligence (AI) has been around several years, it has only…
Jeremiah Buntin: Ozark charity
Back on Nov. 25, 1941, a 19-year-old by the name of George Walker Gordon died about 7 miles southwest of Monett. The cause listed on the death certificate by Dr.…
