July 2026
Year in Photos — Barry County volleyball
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
Wheaton Elementary receives recognition
Each year, Missouri Schoolwide Positive Behavior Supports (MO SW-PBS) recognizes Missouri schools that implement Schoolwide Positive Behavior Supports (SW-PBS) at exemplary levels with the MO SW-PBS Award of Excellence.
Biking across America
A dream to sustain a family legacy has inspired former Monettan Andrew Rausch to take his bicycle this summer and ride across the country.
Lions roar into 80th year
One prominent organization in Monett is celebrating this year, as the Monett Lion’s Club celebrated its 80th anniversary in late May.
Jack Henry marks 50 years in business
On June 2 and 3, the financial technology company Jack Henry in Monett marked its 50th anniversary with special activities and commemorations.
Dropping by, flying in
Crowds at the fourth annual fly-in event in Monett got to explore numerous aircrafts that frequent the airport.
Cubs football schedule set
After finishing the 2025 season with a 5-6 record, the Monett football team will look to take another step forward in year three under head coach Ben Mauk.
Jared Lankford: The stars of the crown
For Eliza Hewitt, becoming an educator was her life’s ambition and passion.
Devotional Column — Raymond Ticknor: A new way of seeing
In recent times in the latter days of the second half of my life, God has opened·my eyes to a new way of seeing.
Barry County Health Corner: Advice on septic setups
Septic systems are the unsung heroes of public health, treating wastewater for roughly one in five U.S. homes.
