June 2026

Community Voices — Janet Mills: Grab a lesson from the dumpster
Day in and day out, serving as director of the local food pantry, I see a lot of things most folks never get the chance to see.

Community Voices — Jon Horner: Why not in Cassville?
As we know, it’s late June in Barry County.

Through the Years, June 24
40 YEARS AGO: LITTLE MISS AND COURT — Jennifer O'Neill, a six year old cutie, was named Little Miss Cassville in a Chamber of Commerce program that included publication ballots.

Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, June 24
I’m Willa, a 6-year-old calico domestic shorthair with a gentle spirit and a heart ready for a loving home. At 9.5 pounds, I’m a perfectly portioned companion who’s already spayed and settled into my personality.

Rex Howard Eaton
Rex Howard Eaton, 90, of Jenkins, Mo. passed away Friday, June 12, 2026 in Delaware, Okla. He was born June 30, 1935 in Kearney, Mo., the son of R.H. and…

William Allen Pritchard
William Allen Pritchard (Al), passed away on June 13, 2026, at his home in Cassville, Mo., in a tractor accident at the age of 86. He was born on July…

Wheaton delivers most wins in 45 years
A record-setting season provided evidence of progress for the Wheaton baseball team, but Coach Nathan Jones believes the Bulldogs still left opportunities on the table.

Anglers compete at NYFA State
The Cassville Bass Fishing Team was represented by two teams at the NYFA State Championship held June 13-14 at Pomme de Terre Lake.
Barry County Health Corner: Protecting our community starts underground — Permit your septic system
Every time you flush your toilet, run your dishwasher or take a shower, your septic system goes to work. When a septic system is designed and installed correctly, it safely…

Year in Photos — Cassville football
Publisher’s note: Throughout the summer, the Cassville Democrat will feature the best unprinted photos from each team photographed during the 2025-2026 athletics seasons. — KT




