March 2026

Through the Years, April 1
— 30 YEARS AGO: A boost for computer literacy— Money raised through a Cassville P.T.A. fundraiser was used to purchase eight Power Macintosh personal computers and software for the elementary library.

Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, April 1
Sweet Georgia wants to find her forever humans soon. She is a medium sized Pointer/Lab mix. Her date of birth is July 15, 2025. She is good with other dogs, cats and kids. She would be a great addition to your family.

Rebecca Ann “Becky” Henningson
Rebecca Ann “Becky” Henningson, age 79, of Cassville, Missouri, passed away Friday, March 27, 2026, surrounded by her family at Lakewood Memory Care in Springfield, Missouri.

Daniel “Danny” Looney
Daniel “Danny” Looney, 81, of Butterfield, Mo. passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026.

Faustine Marie (Craig) Penn
Faustine Marie (Craig) Penn, 87, of Cassville, Mo. passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at Oak Pointe of Monett in Monett, Mo.

Geraldine Fay “Gerry” Barbeau
Geraldine Fay “Gerry” Barbeau, 64, of Eagle Rock, Mo., passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at Mercy Hospital Aurora in Aurora, Mo.

Focused on food
Harvick Farms, situated along State Highway 76/112, on the south edge of Cassville, is shifting its business model this year toward becoming a community food resource: a cooperative outlet where area farmers and producers can sell their goods.
Sportsman’s Corner under new management
A new chapter has begun for Sportsman’s Corner, as local resident Garrett Hoppes has stepped in as the store's new owner, bringing both years of experience and passion for the outdoor business.

A fair way to find a good read
Jackson Frye picks up a book to consider buying at the spring Book Fair at Cassville Primary School.
News briefs, April 1
The Cassville Community Collective has announced upcoming Adult and Infant CPR/AED/First Aid Classes for the Cassville community.


