March 2026
Don Francis King
Don Francis King, 88, of Cassville, Mo. passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at Mercy Hospital Cassville.
Ruth Ann Price
Ruth Ann Price, 72, passed away on February 20, 2026, with her loving daughter, Emily, and John, her son-in-law, beside her in Albuquerque, NM.
Lee Ona Prier
After a full and wonderful life, Lee Ona Prier was welcomed into her heavenly home on March 20, 2026. She was at home, surrounded by her family, and lived 83 years marked by kindness, love, and warmth. She was always easygoing and never met a stranger.
Board celebrated in recognition month
The Cassville School Board has been recognized as part of School Board Recognition Month.
Young Trojans find ways to grow
The Southwest boys basketball team turned in an 8-17 record this season, and when considering their youth and the progress made, Coach Jeff Treat graded the campaign at a B+.
‘Cats prowl with a process
With multiple returning starters, the Cassville baseball team this spring is going through a philosophy change, shifting to put greater emphasis on the process as the season gets underway.
Purdy improves on defense, meets goals
A 7-19 campaign for the Purdy boys basketball team included plenty of defensive improvement, and Coach Brad Stewart said goals for the season were met.
Cassville anglers 3rd in tourney
Cassville Fishing Club members Deagan Gross and Colton Yockey competed in the third and final qualifier of the Missouri B.A.S.S. Nation Youth Tournament held March 15 at Pomme de Terre Lake.
Weldy wins state title
Brynn Weldy, wrestler in the Wildcat Takedown Club, wrapped up her season by placing first in the state in the 10U 80-pound girls division. She pinned all four of her opponents with a total mat time of just under 6 minutes, and not a single point was scored on her during the entire tournament.
Library basement open during renovations
The Cassville Branch of the Barry-Lawrence Regional Library is serving patrons from the basement this spring, as renovations are underway in the main level.
