Kyle Troutman
Man charged for car theft
A Fulton man has been arrested and charged with a felony after allegedly stealing a vehicle from a victim in Barry County, a crime for which he is on probation for a previous conviction. Richard Burwell, born 1993, of Fulton, is charged with first-degree tampering with a motor vehicle.
Randy Crane: The problems of life and the necessity of Christian growth
This devotional and directory is made possible by these businesses who encourage all to attend worship services. Paul writes to the church that we are to seek to grow in our Christian faith so that we might reach “fullness of Christ.” (Ephesians 4:13) He goes on to state the purpose of such growth, “Then we will no longer be infants, tossed back and forth by the waves, and blown here and there by every wind of teaching and by the cunning and craftiness of people in their deceitful scheming.
Samuel “Lex” Elliott
Samuel “Lex” Elliott, 89, of Cassville, Missouri passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024 at Roaring River Health & Rehabilitation in Cassville. Lex was born October 12, 1935 to Sam and Lois Elliott in the tiny town of Carnegie, Oklahoma.
Steven LaVerne Vore
Steven LaVerne Vore, 70, of LaVista, Nebraska, formerly of Pierce City, Missouri, died at 1:25 p.m. on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center – Bergan Mercy in Omaha, Nebraska, following a short illness.
News Briefs, Jan. 15
The Lawrence and Barry County Democrats will hold their January monthly meeting on Jan. 23 at 7 p.m.
Scoreboard, Jan. 15
The Purdy boys basketball team (10-6) has split games to start the new year, and the win was a significant one. The Eagles bested Marionville in overtime, 80-73, on Jan.
County elected officials sworn into positions
On Dec. 30, 2024, County Clerk Joyce Ennis, left, swore in Barry County officials elected in the November 2024 General Election.
Lady ‘Cats earn holiday hardware
It has been four years since the Cassville girls basketball team lifted the Southwest Girls Holiday Tournament trophy, and for the fourth time in the competition’s 11-year history, the Lady Wildcats are title-holders again.
Kyle Troutman: Taking a look ahead
Last week, we took a look back at 2024; this week, we’re looking ahead. With the kids back in school and normal routines resuming (finally), 2025 is in full swing, and we have a lot to look forward to here at the Cassville Democrat.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week
Meet Busta Rhymes! His date of birth is Dec. 14, 2021 and he’s a 60-pound tan German Shepherd/ Labrador mix. Busta Rhymes has a lot of energy and would thrive in a home that can help him burn it off with walks on a leash or playing ball (which he loves). Busta received training previously and knows the commands: sit, down, wait, place and come. He is a wonderful dog, but his new family would need to be able to keep a close eye on him if another dog is around or if meeting a dog for the first time. He does great with kids of all ages and is house and crate trained. Adopters can complete an application at www.havenoftheozarks. org/adopt. No appointment is needed. The Haven is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., seven days a week. All Haven of the Ozarks pets are fixed, up to date on their vaccinations, and microchipped. For more information, people may email havenozarksanctuary@ gmail.com, or call at 417-835-3647. Contributed photo
