July 2026
Community Voices — Terry Held: The fight for reading; Literacy on the ropes
There are battles that announce themselves with headlines and protests, and there are also quiet battles.
Letter to the Editor — Kathy Casey: Memories of Melton’s letter inclusion, assistance
I am sure many people have stories relating to The Advertiser and Emory Melton. It was a sad day when Emory was gone and no longer in charge.
Through the Years, July 29
50 YEARS AGO — THREE IN A BOOTH: While mom marks her ballot in the polling booth, in this case, Marilyn Peters has company in the person of her two daughters, Christine and Catherine.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, July 29
Meet Ward! Ward is a gorgeous brindle Shepherd mix with an estimated date of birth of May 5, 2016.
Penelope Edwina “Penny” Brown
Penelope Edwina “Penny” Brown, 68, of Exeter, Mo. passed away Monday, July 20, 2026 at Mercy Hospital Springfield in Springfield, Mo. She was born August 28, 1957 in Green County,…
Alvah Elzie Cassity
Alvah Elzie Cassity, 82, of Purdy, Mo., passed away peacefully at his home on July 25, 2026. Born on July 13, 1944, in Klamath Falls, Ore. He was preceded in death by…
Paula Marie Crigger
Paula Marie Crigger, 71, of Seligman, Mo. passed away peacefully at her home July 24, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 26, 1954 in Wichita,…
Norma L. Hayward
Norma L. Hayward, 88, of Cassville, Mo. passed away Monday, July 20, 2026 at her home. She was born February 19, 1938 in Cassville, Mo., the daughter of Clarance D.…
Elizabeth Janna Stapleton
Elizabeth Janna Stapleton, was called home to be with the Lord on July 18, 2026. Elizabeth was born June 24, 1962 in Denver, CO to William Sr. and Martha VanTwuyver.…
Harvey Lee Stockton
Harvey Lee Stockton, age 85, of Cassville, Mo., passed away Monday, July 20, 2026 at his home. He was born May 16, 1941 in Shell Knob, Mo., the son of…
