Franklin Delano “Frank” Edwards

Franklin Delano “Frank” Edwards, 88, parted ways with this world on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, in his home after a lengthy battle with colon cancer. He was born May 28, 1936, near Cape Fair, Mo.
Lola Aunzell Smith

Lola Aunzell Smith, age 92, of Cassville, Missouri passed away August 7, 2024, at the home of her caregiver. Lola was born in Morrow, Arkansas on March 30, 1932, the daughter of Eugene Clay and Martha Lee (Brock) Cuzick.
Challie Ann Allison

Challie Ann Allison, 61, of Cassville, Mo. passed away Tuesday, August 6, 2024, surrounded by her loving family, in her home.
Wilma Ruth Saunders

aunders Wilma Ruth Saunders, 91, of Cassville, Mo. passed away Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas in Rogers, Ark.
Leroy C. Utter

Leroy C. Utter, 67, of Joplin, Mo., finished his earthly mission and departed this life on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at Mercy Hospital in Rogers, Ark.
Governor to visit Pineville for signing of ‘Sludge Bill’
Gov. Mike Parson will be at the Pineville Community Center in McDonald County on Aug.
New super at Roaring River
Roaring River and Big Sugar Creek State Parks have a new superintendent. “I am pleased to announce that Mike Busekrus is the new superintendent,” said Carl Bonnell, Missouri State Parks deputy Ozarks regional director.
Barry County Sheriff’s Office calls for service and reports taken
The Barry County Sheriff's Office responded to 221 calls for service for the week of July 29 to Aug. 4.
News Briefs, Aug. 14
The Lawrence and Barry County Democrats will meet at 7 p.m. on Aug.
GOP incumbents hold in Primary

By Kyle Troutman ktroutman@cassville-democrat.com Sheriff race unofficially decided by 48 votes Republican incumbents for county positions held their ground on Aug. 6, as Sheriff Danny Boyd, Northern Commissioner Gary Schad and Coroner Gary Swearingen all won GOP bids to be…