Reclaiming a depth of faith

School is officially back in session across our area.
Jeremiah Buntin: Cassville’s favorite teacher

As the end of summer signals the beginning of another year back to school, our memories become entwined with the changing of the seasons, recalling all that we have learned and mourning how much has been forgotten.
Michael Patrick Gasporovic

Michael Patrick Gasparovic, Sr., 77, of Cassville, Mo. passed away Monday, August 18, 2025, at Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas in Rogers, Ark.
Misha Ann Hull

Misha Ann Hull, age 84, of Cassville, Missouri passed away Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at her home.
Year in Photos — Cassville Baseball

Cassville’s Masin Bryan slides safely into second in a game against Lamar in the spring.
Lady Bulldogs return 6, show promise

With a strong core of players returning, the Wheaton volleyball team is excited to hit the floor.
Through the Years, Aug. 27

30 YEARS AGO: FIRST TIME AT SCHOOL — These new kindergartners found a great way to beat the heat. In addition to fans blowing and lights off, these students got to enjoy Flavor-Ices. Students in Kathy Sheehy’s first grade class are pictured above.
Irene Carmack Hood (Fisher)

Irene Carmack Hood (Fisher), 95, of Shell Knob, Mo., passed away Saturday, August 16, 2025, at Roaring River Health and Rehab in Cassville, Mo.
Shell Knob man dies in boat collision
A Shell Knob man died in a boat collision at 1:45 p.m. on Aug. 18 on Table Rock Lake in Viola.
Rosario Keele: Thank you to all involved in quilt presentation
Thank you, Kyle Troutman and the Cassville Democrat newspaper, for covering the first time in Cassville, the Quilts of Valor of the Ozarks (QOVO) presentation at the Cassville Senior Center during the Independence Day Celebration.