March 2026
Seligman floats $10M bond proposal
The city of Seligman is seeking voter approval on April 7 to issue bonds to fund a major water infrastructure project at a cost of $9.2 million.
Cassville man guilty of child molestation
A Cassville man has been found guilty of child molestation in a bench trial held Thursday in Stone County Circuit Court.

3-phase renovation underway at Mercy Cassville
Mercy Hospital in Cassville is undergoing a multi-phase renovation project on its emergency room, placing a focus on expanding services and improving patient flow.

Trivia Night champs crowned
Threatening weather failed to dampen the enthusiasm of the six teams participating in the 14th Annual Trivia Night fundraiser on March 6.

Publisher’s View — Kyle Troutman: Crime and punishment
When it comes to covering news in small-town America, there are certain categories of stories that draw more attention than others.

American Insights — Dakoda Pettigrew: The Courage of Robert Graetz
On Monday night, Dec. 5, 1955, the Rev. Robert Graetz worked his way through a dense crowd of 6,000 people at Holt Street Baptist Church in Montgomery, Ala.

Through the Years, March 18
50 years ago: U.S. SENATE CANDIDATE HERE — Congressman Jerry Litton, right, a candidate for the Democrat nomination for U.S. Senate, visited in Cassville Saturday morning during a swing through this part of the state.

Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, March 18
Scoobie is a gorgeous German Shepherd mix. His date of birth is Aug. 14, 2024. Scoobie is a hit with our lady dogs in playgroups, and us humans agree that he is a good-looking dude! Scoobie is kind and very gentle and rarely barks.

Donald Lee “Don” Cooper
Donald Lee “Don” Cooper, 89 of Shell Knob, Mo. passed away Wednesday, March 11, at his home.

Patricia Karen “Patti” Doyle
Patricia Karen “Patti” Doyle, 75, of Branson, Mo., passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, surrounded by family after enduring multiple health issues.



