Lily Ann Petersen

Lily Ann Petersen, 84, of Monett, Mo., passed away Monday December 29, 2025.
John Riley Sullivan

John Riley Sullivan, 76, of Cassville, Mo., passed away peacefully on Friday, January 2, 2026, at his home.
Charles W. Williams, Jr.

Charles W. Williams, Jr., 92, of Rogers, Ark., passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026, at Innisfree Health & Rehabilitation in Rogers, Ark.
John Eugene Miller

John Eugene Miller, passed away from cancer on December 23, 2025.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Jan. 7

Meet Phil! He’s a very adorable and energetic boy. Phil is very friendly and social and is a family dog. He likes other pups but wants to play and rough house, so a playful dog sibling will be the best match.
News Briefs, Jan. 7
The Barry County Democratic Central Committee will meet on Tuesday at 6 p.m. at the El Mariachi Restaurant, located at 482 Hwy. 76 in Cassville.
James Sherman “Jim” Young

James Sherman “Jim” Young, age 78, of Washburn, Mo., passed away Friday, December 26, 2025, at his home.
Jethro “Carol” Hutchens

Jethro “Carol” Hutchens, 91, of Cassville, Mo., passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at his home.
James William “Gunny” Stephens

James William “Gunny” Stephens, 72, of Cassville, Mo. passed away Thursday, December 18, 2025, at his home.
East Newton sweeps Holiday Tourneys

It was a patriotic four days of basketball at Southwest High School over the winter break, as East Newton’s boys and girls doubled up in tourney titles.



