April 2026
Della Marie Warner
Della Marie Warner, 71, of Ridgley, Mo. passed away Monday, March 30, 2026 at her home.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, April 8
Ruger is such a good boy! He is a Hound mixed breed born March 30, 2022. He is good with dogs, cats and kids. He also knows basic training commands. Adopters can complete an application at www.havenoftheozarks.org/adopt. No appointment is needed. The Haven is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., seven days a week. All Haven of the Ozarks pets are fixed, up to date on their vaccinations, and microchipped. For more information, people may email [email protected], or call at 417-835-3647. Contributed photo
Through the Years, April 8
40 YEARS AGO: CURRY FAMILY POSTMASTERS — Willis Curry's retirement at the end of the month as postmaster at Eagle Rock ends a family era. His mother, Jean, served 45 years and six months in the post.
News briefs
Carr Lane Baptist Church, located at 9276 Hwy. 86, south of Shell Knob, will host the “God Loves People” revival meeting April 19-22.
Lady Tigers overcome adversity in championship season
The Exeter girls basketball team faced a season defined by adversity, but that did not stop the Lady Tigers from turning in a campaign to remember.
Off and running
The Cassville boys track and field team enters the 2026 season with a focus on steady improvement and postseason performance as the Wildcats build toward the state series.
Southwest softball enters new era
The Southwest softball team begins the season under new leadership, with a mix of returning players and new faces as the Lady Trojans work to establish their identity.
Devotional Column — Jeff Fugitt: The story of the cross and resurrection is a way of living
We just celebrated the most important events on the Christian calendar.
Southwest senior sets 2 school track records
Over the span of four days in two meets, Southwest Senior Dylan Frost set school records in the high jump and the long jump.
His House Foundation receives Strengthening Our Network Grant
His House Foundation, located in Shell Knob, recently received a Strengthening Our Network Grant thanks to Ozarks Food Harvest’s $1 million investment in agency infrastructure in southwest Missouri.
