July 2026
Barry County Prosecuting Attorney Questionnaire: Andrew Cole
A victim of a crime is likely going through one of the worst periods in their life. It is the role of the Prosecutor’s Office to communicate with victims from the beginning of the case through its final resolution. Victims should receive understandable information about charges, court dates, plea offers, sentencing and any significant developments.
Barry County Prosecuting Attorney Questionnaire: Amy Boxx
Crime victims or their family receives a packet of information when a case is filed. They are then signed up for notifications through the court system regarding all hearing dates. Questions are answered as they arise and meetings are conducted to ensure they are kept aware of the stage of the case.
Cassville public water concerns arise
Richard Asbill, city administrator of Cassville, is concerned about the future quality of the city’s public drinking water if the Missouri Department of Natural Resources (DNR) approves a pending operating permit for a sludge-storage tank.
Purdy man gets 8 years
A Purdy man was sentenced in federal court for trafficking fentanyl, cocaine and heroin, as well as illegally possessing a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime.
Dinolympics brings youth to Cassville library
Jayden, 4, of Cassville, carefully balances an egg through the dinosaur egg obstacle course at Cassville Branch Library during the Dinolympics on Thursday.
News Briefs, July 22
Cassville Health Care and Rehabilitation, located at 1300 County Farm Road in Cassville, will sponsor a Back to School Backpack Night on Aug. 7 from 5-7 p.m.
Publisher’s View — Kyle Troutman: Looming in optimism
It was 8:10 p.m. on Thursday in Cardiff, Wales, when I got the news. Three local newspapers and our press ceased operations — effective immediately.
Community Voices — Merlyn Johnson: Amendment 5 presents important questions about Missouri’s future
On Aug. 4, Missouri voters will decide the fate of Amendment 5, one of the most significant tax proposals to appear on a statewide ballot in many years.
Through the Years, July 22
50 years ago July 21, 1976 — Golden District Split Is Cassville And Shell Knob The Golden C-9 School District of Barry County, ordered to cease operations on June 30,…
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, July 22
Hi, I’m Hunny! I’m a 3-month-old Shepherd mix with a beautiful tan and white coat, and I’m full of energy and curiosity about the world around me. I’m smart and love to play, which means I’m ready for an adventure with the right family who can keep up with me. Just so you know, I’d do best in a home without cats — it’s just how I’m wired
