NEWS BRIEFS
The Southwest Missouri Waste Management District N will hold its Annual Council Meeting at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday at the Angus Branch Steakhouse in Monett. This meeting is open to the public. A teleconference number will also be available for this meeting. People may contact the district office at 417-236-9012 or 417-342-6306 prior to the day of the meeting for the call-in number and passcode.
Capps Creek Road District meeting
The Capps Creek Special Road District will meet in regular session on Nov. 20 at noon at the home of Garry and Pam Bartkoski, located at 5086 Farm Road 2057 in Monett. The public is welcome to attend.
Lawrence and Barry County Democratic Meeting
Lawrence and Barry County Democrats will meet on Nov. 20 at the Angus Branch Steakhouse in Monett at 7 p.m. Those wishing to eat should arrive by 5:30 p.m., with each paying their own meal expenses. Will Westmoreland will be the guest speaker. He is a rural Missouri advocate with a powerful message to rural voters on agriculture, rural health care and local Public Schools. Also speaking will be State Rep. Candidate Bryce Lockwood, a Marine veteran, Purple Heart recipient from the attack on the U.S. Liberty in Israel. He is the Democrat candidate in the 137th District in Eastern Greene County. The group will also be gathering food items, hygiene items, and/or donations for local food pantries in Lawrence and Barry Counties. Please fill a grocery bag and bring it to the meeting. Items will be distributed by Thanksgiving. All local Democrats and like minded friends are invited and encouraged to attend. For questions, call Jim Kabell at 417-848-4640.
Work days scheduled for Generations Project
A series of work days have been scheduled at the Generations Project facility, the former Barry County Jail, now dubbed the Andey Hunter Community Resource Center. Work will be on Fridays, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Saturdays, starting Nov. 15, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; as well as on Sundays, starting Nov. 9, from noon to 5 p.m. Work may include cleaning, painting and other various chores.
Lego Club to meet Saturday
The Eagle Rock Lego Club will meet on Saturday at 10 a.m. for the Club’s monthly get together. This month, participants will do a patriotic build for the children to take home.
2025 tax statements in mail
Barry County Collector, Skyler Bowman, has announced the 2025 Tax Statements were mailed to Barry County taxpayers on Nov. 4. Anyone that does not receive a statement by Nov. 18 should call the collector’s office at 417-847-2113 to inquire about them. The 2025 taxes become delinquent on Jan. 1, 2026. Taxpayers are able to make payments by mail, in person or online. Payment can be made in person at the collector’s office with cash, check, debit or credit card. When paying with a debit or credit card, the provider of this service will be charging a fee. Also, payment can be made on-line at barrycountycollector.com and a fee will be applied when paying in this matter. The Collector’s office is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, and the office will be closed Dec. 24-26 for Christmas.
ERCA hosting annual Fall Harvest Dinner
The Eagle Rock Community Association will host its Annual Fall Harvest Dinner on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The dinner will be held at 27824 Hwy. 86 in Eagle Rock. This dinner is free to all, but donations are encouraged.
Cassville Farmers’ Market open on Saturdays
The Cassville Farmers Market is open weekly on Saturdays on the Barry County Courthouse Square, from 8 a.m. to noon. Vendors are offering eggs, vegetables, hand-made crafts, baked goods and more. Those interested in becoming a vendor may contact Chad Sprinkle at 417-846-3539.
Wheaton Depot Museum open
The Wheaton Depot Museum is open from 1-5 p.m. on Sundays for individuals to come in and see exhibits. For more information, people may call 417-846-3146.
Lessons offered before Seligman’s Saturday dances
The Seligman Chamber of Commerce country dances at the Seligman Chamber Event Center are every Saturday from 7-10 p.m. No alcohol is allowed. Admission is $10 per person, and 18-and-under are free. There is a potluck, 50-50 drawing and door prizes. Free dance lessons will also be given from 5-6 p.m. For more information, people may call 479-9033640.
Seligman Bingo Night on first Tuesday of month
A Bingo Night will be held the first Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at the Seligman Chamber Event Center, located on Highway 37 north of the city. If at least 50 people attend, two train tickets will be raffled. In the case of bad weather, bingo will be postponed. The building is handicap accessible, and all ages are invited. Bingo cards are $1 per play, and there is no limit on plays. A variety of prizes, excluding cash, will be awarded. Sodas and water are available for $1 each. Alcohol and smoking are not allowed in the building. For more information, people may call Eldora at 417-342-3895.
OATS rides available in Barry County
OATS Transit offers regular transportation services for the rural general public of any age, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. People may call the local OATS Transit office at 417-887-9272 or 800-770-6287 to schedule a ride or find out about services in the Barry County area. People may also visit the OATS website at oatstransit.org to view local schedules under “Bus Schedules,” then click on the county of service. OATS Transit is hiring drivers statewide to continue serving riders. Openings are listed on the OATS website.






