Kyle Troutman
Cassville sends 11 to state speech and debate
Cassville Speech and Debate won big at districts this year, placing second overall as a team. Cassville medaled in 18 events, and 11 of those go to state. The following students are going to state:
Morgan Williams: The lifeline of small communities — The vital role of tourism and shopping local
In many small towns and rural communities, tourism is more than just an industry — it is a lifeline that fuels local economies, preserves culture, and fosters community development.
Barry Lawrence Ambulance seeks tax hike
Rising equipment costs cited as primary need
Doyle Eugene Edie
Doyle Eugene Edie, 85, of Exeter, Mo., passed away on March 26, 2025 at Roaring River Health and Rehabilitation in Cassville, Mo.
Teresa Fay King
Teresa Fay King, 66, of Seligman, Mo. passed away Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Mo.
Strong March numbers boost sales tax income
Most Barry County recipients up for 2025
Elks Lodge announces contest winners
The Elks Lodge 1042 in Holiday Island, Ark., has announced that three Cassville Intermediate students have placed in the top three entries for the Grand Lodge Americanism Essay Contest. Addison Myers finished in first place, Arianna Melchor earned second place and Jaelyn Cavness placed third. Students were asked to complete an essay answering the question, “What does patriotism mean to me.”
Richard Asbill: It’s not a new tax — we’re just rolling it to the city
On Tuesday, April 8, Cassville voters will consider a local ballot question regarding a proposed 3% sales tax on adult-use (recreational) marijuana.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, April 2
Valens is a friendly, gorgeous gray domestic longhair cat looking for his forever home. His date of birth is May 10, 2023. He does require sensitive stomach cat food. Come out to the Haven and meet Valens and his friends today.
News Briefs, April 2
Potluck, inaugural Plant Exchange in Eagle Rock
