Southwest volleyballers earn 10th victory on season
Led by Seniors Marissa Freeman, Emma Outhouse and Addison Park, the Southwest volleyball team picked up wins over Exeter and Purdy last week to reach the 10-win plateau.
District volleyball brackets take shape
All five local high schools will see their volleyball teams on the court with their seasons on the line on Tuesday, as district tournament brackets have been released.
Wildcats battle Tigers!

After four games of big-scoring football with Willard, the Mighty Mites Wildcats split games.
Josilyne Creason: Boxx’s excuses are an insult to victims
I could write a book about what waiting five years for justice — only to end with a $1,000 plea deal — has done to my family.
Jeremiah Buntin: A million ways to die in the Ozarks

The beginning of autumn signals the start of the spooky season, that time of year now rivaling Christmas in popularity among youth and adults alike, highlighted by tidings of fear.
Bridge bids too high
The plan to construct a pedestrian bridge parallel to the Highway 76/112 vehicular bridge in Cassville is falling by the wayside.
WOW completes 28th season of outdoor classes

Linda Hahn selects a rock to identify during WOW School’s Missouri Rocks and Minerals class.
Brother Joseph Robert “Joe” Wogoman

Brother Joseph Robert “Joe” Wogoman, 74, of Purdy, Mo. passed away Monday, October 6, 2025, at his home.
Exeter Class of 1965 gathers for 60th

Members of the Exeter High School Class of 1965 celebrated their 60th class reunion on Sept. 6.
News Briefs, Oct. 15
The Cassville Senior Center’s Fall Craft Fair will be held on Oct. 25 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m at the Center, located at 1111 Fair St.



