Barry County Republican Club Rally on Nov. 2

The Barry County Republican Rally will be held Monday, Nov. 2 at the Cassville High School at 5:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend, and a free meal will be provided.

Wheaton Road District to meet

The monthly Wheaton Road District Meeting will be held on Nov. 2 at 5 p.m. at the Wheaton Road District barn on Highway A across from Holmes Farm Supply.

Community luncheon to benefit Imagination Library

On Nov. 10 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., a community luncheon will be held at Cassville First United Methodist Church, located at 601 Gravel Street in Cassville, with proceeds benefitting the Community Care Coalition, specifically for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. All are invited and the cost is $12, including the meal, dessert and a drink. 

Extension Council nominations sought

Nominations are being accepted for the January 2027 election of the University of Missouri Extension Council in Barry County. Council members are elected or appointed to two-year terms and may not serve more than two consecutive terms. Nominees must be at least 18 and must reside in the district from which they are selected. Nominations must be made prior to Dec. 7. “We want nominees who are interested in improving our community and the education of our youth,” said Carolyn Kilts. “The resources of the University of Missouri System are available to us through this statewide partnership. We need active council members who recognize the needs in the community and can help plan, locate funds and promote educational programs with University of Missouri Extension specialists.” MU Extension offers educational programs in agriculture and natural resources, families, business and workforce development, community development, youth development, community health and various continuing education courses, seminars and workshops. Nominations may be made through the Council Chair Carolyn Kilts or the county extension center at 417-847-3161 or [email protected]. Nominees will be contacted to secure their permission to place their names on the January 2027 ballot.

Cassville Branch Library hosting events

The Cassville Branch Library will host the following events in the coming week: Today (Wednesday), Chair Yoga, 9 a.m., Kids Book Club, 3:30 p.m. (registration required); Thursday, Tot Time, 9:30 a.m., Storytime, 10 a.m., Home School, 11 a.m., Library for Everyone, 1 p.m., Refit, 5:30 p.m.; Friday, Screpbook, 1 p.m., Spooky Bingo, 5:30 p.m.; Saturday, Crochet/Knitting Class, 10 a.m. to noon.

In-person absentee voting ongoing for Nov. 3 General Election

Two-week in-person, no excuse absentee voting for the Nov. 3 General Election is underway. Please notify the Clerk’s Office if there has been an address or name change for a currently registered voter. Photo ID is required to vote in the November General Election. Absentee voting is ongoing at the Barry County Clerk’s Office in Cassville, Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Office will also be open from 8 a.m. to noon on Oct. 31 for absentee voting. For more information, people may call the Barry County Clerk’s Office at 417-847-2561 or email [email protected] or [email protected].

Barry County Community Garden meetings set

The Barry County Community Garden has scheduled its monthly meetings on the first Monday of every month, at Harvick Farms, located at 16062 Hwy. 76 in Cassville. The work in the garden days are from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Garden, located at on 10160 Farm Road 2160. Tentative working days depend on the weather and will be updated on the organization’s Facebook page, “Barry County Community Garden,” and people may contact the page fort more information. Produce from the garden goes to the Cassville Pantry. New members and/or volunteers may come and reserve a plot.

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 479-903-3640.

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.