New season, wiser ‘Cats
A season of young starters and growth in 2023 is giving way to age and experience as the Cassville football team opens the season Friday against the team that ended the Wildcats’ last campaign. After two sub-.500 seasons on the heels of a district title and state semifinal run, Cassville climbed back to a positive record last year with a youthful squad Coach Clay Weldy said has only gotten better in a year’s time.
Kyle Troutman: A stir about early out

When it comes to scrutinizing government entities, a frequent target is the local school district. Administrators do their best to provide quality educations that prepare students for the workforce or college, and the task is a monumental one, worthy of a healthy dose of criticism from time to time.
Jon Horner: Flying with faith into uncharted territory

School has started for so many kiddos and school staff in our communities. This brings excitement and also unchartered waters for many as they are about to open a new door in their life, whether it’s kids or school staff.
LETTER: Wheaton Historical Society thanks helpers at BBQ
Dear Editor: The Wheaton Historical Society and Depot Museum would like to thank everyone that helped us during the 66th Wheaton Barbecue. Special thanks to the city of Wheaton for getting our new culvert installed before the barbecue and the use of an air compressor.
Brice Christopher “Chris” Hadley

Brice Christopher “Chris” Hadley, 79, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 13th, in Aurora, Colo. He was born on May 20, 1945, to Dr.
Janice Kay Henson

Janice Kay Henson, 77, of Cassville, Mo. passed away Sunday, August 25, 2024, at Roaring River Health and Rehab in Cassville, Mo.
Eldon Eugene Skinner

Eldon Eugene Skinner, 76, Purdy, Mo., passed away at home on Friday, August 23, 2024. He was born on December 31, 1947, in Chouteau, Okla., the son of Ellard and Lila (Smith) Skinner, who preceded him in death.
Denali plans expansion in Missouri, Arkansas
Waste-management companies Synagro and Denali Water Solutions are switching it up. According to an Aug.
Barry County Sheriff’s Office calls for service and reports taken, Aug. 19-25
Aug. 19-25 The Barry County Sheriff's Office responded to 214 calls for service for the week of Aug.
News Briefs, Aug. 28
The city of Cassville has extended its deadline for residents to complete vegetation debris removal, especially as a result of the May 26 windstorm, to mid-late September. To accommodate the volume of debris, a special waste site has been opened on Farm Road 2160, just west of the Cassville Municipal Airport entrance.