Kyle Troutman
Slides and sounds punctuate Wheaton celebration
Hundreds of people attended the annual Fourth of July celebration, hosted by the Wheaton Fire Protection District, at the Wheaton City Park, where The Black Moods put on a show prior to the fireworks display.
News Briefs, July 8
The Eagle Rock Community Association is inviting the community to a Meet and Greet with Andrew Cole on Monday at 6 p.m. at the Eagle Rock Community Center, located at 27824 Hwy. 86 in Eagle Rock.
Publisher View — Kyle Troutman: Reflecting and preparing
May and December are typically our busiest months of the year at the newspaper, but July is giving the other two a run for their money this year.
Staff View — Sheila Harris: Death threats are not OK
I learned last week that Mike Henbest, owner of the property where HydroAg Environmental proposes to construct a sludge-storage tank, has been receiving death threats.
American Insights — Dakoda Pettigrew: Alice Paul’s dream
Women voting: It was her dream. It was also the unfulfilled promise of America’s founding principles.
Through the Years, July 8
30 YEARS AGO: ALTERNATE ENERGY TEAM EXAMINES SOLAR BIKE — Members of the alternate energy group examine the solar bike before their preliminary run. Three members of the group are from Barry County.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, July 8
Hey there — I’m Fee, a vibrant 1-year-old orange domestic shorthair with plenty of life ahead of me! I’m already spayed and ready to bring some serious affection to your home. At just under 6 pounds, I’m the perfect size for snuggles and lap time. Come meet me and let’s start our purr-fect friendship together — my adoption fee is $65.
Norman Ray Boles
Norman Ray Boles, 78, of Bentonville, Ark., formerly of Wheaton, Mo., passed away at his home on Sunday, June 28, 2026. He was born April 18, 1948, in Wheaton, Missouri the son of Loren and Ferry (Dalton) Boles, who preceded…
Shannon Dwayne Bruton
Shannon Dwayne Bruton, age 56, of Cassville, Mo., passed away on Friday, July 3, 2026, at his home. He was born on September 19, 1969, in Monett, Mo., to Joe Bruton and Donna Faye (Isley) McCloud. Survivors include his mother,…
Edward “Scott” Marbut
Edward “Scott” Marbut, 65, of San Antonio, Texas passed away Thursday, June 18, 2026, at his residence. He was born July 13, 1960, in San Antiono, Texas, the son of Stanley Edward and Patsy Ann (Miller) Marbut. Survivors include his…
