May 2026
Open House to celebrate courtroom renovation
Renovations to the historic Barry County courtroom are complete.
19 walk in Wheaton
A total of 19 Wheaton students celebrated graduation on Thursday with confetti, silly string and the traditional hat toss.
Learning on the fly at Kids’ Fishing Day
A volunteer helps a young participant learn how to fish during Kids Fish Day at Roaring River State Park. Volunteers and sponsors fishing classes during the event, teaching children how to tie flies and make fishing lures. The class was sponsored by Missouri Parks Association, Mako Fly Fishing Club, and Mid-West Flies.
News Briefs, May 20
The Barry County Commission will host an Open House in the historic courthouse on the square, located at 700 Main St. in Cassville, celebrating the newly renovated courtroom.
Publisher View — Kyle Troutman: A nod to Faith for exemplifying courage
Most people — myself included — know Faith James for her accomplishments on the wrestling mat, but for the last seven years, she has been wrestling with a different opponent.
Staff View — Sheila Harris: Hungry giants this way come
Some say the mushroom-like proliferation of data centers across the country can’t be stopped.
Through the Years, May 20
30 YEARS AGO: A BITTERSWEET GOODBYE — Cassville High School graduates Britt Stimson and Noelle Edie, pictured on the left, succumb to a tearful embrace following Friday night's commencement activities.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, May 20
Say hello to Wilbur! He was found as a stray, but he was already neutered when brought to us.
John Rollin Keckler, Jr.
John Rollin Keckler, Jr., 64, of Monett, Mo. passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at home, surrounded by loved ones. He was born October 31, 1961 in Woodland Pointe, Md.,…
Catherine Eilene “Katie” McKean
Catherine Eilene “Katie” McKean, 80, of Exeter, Mo. passed away Friday, May 8, 2026 at Mercy Hospital Springfield in Springfield, Mo. She was born February 26, 1946 in Seattle, Wash.,…
