Kyle Troutman
Herrin Animal Hospital earns accreditation from top vet association
The Herrin Animal Hospital has announced that it has achieved the highest level of veterinary excellence following evaluation by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA).
Cassville Middle School teacher receives grant
Cassville Middle School (CMS) agriculture teacher, Mrs. McKenzie Brashers, has been awarded a $500 grant from the Missouri Retired Teachers Association and Foundation (MRTA). The grant is one of only 84 funded out of 595 applications statewide.
Wheaton Heritage Festival provides interactive history lesson
The second annual Wheaton Heritage Festival, organized by the Wheaton Historical Society and Depot Museum, was held Oct. 11. Spokesperson Chris Hay called the event a success. 'We had a lot more people in attendance this year than we did last year,' Hay said. 'We may even have made a little money.' The event featured local vendors, musicians, activities for kids and craftsmen who demonstrated skills and machinery from years past.
Greg Armstrong: Guardrails in our lives
I love living in the Ozarks. The beauty of our little slice of America is hard to beat. One thing that comes with the territory is curvy roads.
Cassville runners compete at home, in area races
The Cassville cross country teams have competed in multiple races in recent weeks, including at the Cassville Pinkout XC Invitational at the Cassville Aquatic Center. Results include: 17th Annual Lamar Tigers Cross Country Invitational Varsity Boys — 3.1 miles, Top 25 medal, 112 runners 6th as a team Jacob Hudson, 18:20, 13th Trever Garnett, 18:34, 17th Peyton Anderson, 21:12, 66th Donovan Mikesh, 21:46, 70th Jarrett Paul, 23:37, 88th Vincent Buttrum, 25:15, 97th Clay Williamson, 26:03, 99th Daniel Sledden, 26:21, 100th Varsity Girls — 3.1 miles, Top 25 medal, 80 runners 7th as a team Kayli Anderson, 23:06, 22nd Lydia Cupps, 24:42, 37th Claire Reuter, 26:15, 50th Molly Cox, 26:25, 53rd Leah Walker, 31:26, 73rd
Old Barry County jail set to serve new purpose
When the Barry County Neighborhood Center closed in September, then-Family Resource Sepcialist Carrie Beck said the community was left in panic.
Barry Electric Cooperative Breaks Ground on Office Expansion
Barry Electric Cooperative has announced the groundbreaking of a significant office expansion project, adding over 5,000 square feet to its headquarters.
News Briefs, Oct. 22
Beginning with the 2026 election cycle, candidates will need to submit form 5120 online. The link for Form 5120 can be accessed through the DOR website at sa.dor.mo.gov/candidate-affidavit.
Lady Wildcats blank Seneca to win second softball district title
Behind the arm of senior Aubrey Stoufer, the Cassville softball team held Seneca scoreless in the Class 3, District 6 championship, claiming its second district title in school history with a 4-0 victory.
FOOTBALL LIVE UPDATES: Cassville at Monett, Oct. 17
Tonight’s Barry County Brawl is brought to you by Security Bank of Southwest Missouri, proud supporter of Cassville football and Wildcat Nation.
