Kyle Troutman
David Alan Waugh
David Alan Waugh, age 64, of Cassville, Missouri passed away Thursday, August 14, 2025, at his home.
Lynn Hilburn: History – Part IV — What’s in a name
There have been several good books written about the history of Barry County and Cassville, including, but not limited to, Goodspeed’s 1888 History of Barry County, Nerva Brock England’s History of Barry County, Missouri and Emory Melton’s “The First 150 Years in Cassville, Missouri”, but I’m trying to look at things from a little bit different angle.
Milton Dwain “Doc” Tate
Milton Dwain “Doc” Tate, 62, of Cassville, Mo. passed away suddenly in his home on Friday, August 8, 2025.
Cassville Keno player ‘almost hit the floor’ after $77,715 win
A Missouri Lottery Club Keno player who used birthdates and anniversaries to choose her Spots (numbers) knew right away she had won on the ticket she purchased at L&L Stores on Highway 112 in Cassville.
5 new teachers start at Southwest
The Southwest school district has added five new teachers for 2025-2026. They are: Tyler Wallace, middle school math and assistant high school softball coach; Cassie Hoadley, middle school social studies; Anna Church, kindergarten; Danielle Yoho, 1st grade; and Matt Tripp, RootED Coordinator and middle school baseball coach.
Cassville named National Beta School of Merit
The Cassville school district has been named a 2024-2025 National Beta School of Merit.
Through the Years, Aug. 20
40 YEARS AGO: IT TAKES A LOT OF WATER — In these hot and humid days, it takes a lot of water, for people and animals alike. Often the usual watering method isn’t used, especially if your pet is in need of a drink. Brad LeMon, 6, used a hose recently to give his pet Schatze, 7, a refreshing swallow of water. His spectator, Audry Peterson, 2, wasn’t too sure about the process. Brad is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Bob LeMon and Audry is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Peterson.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Aug. 20
Koda is an Australian Shepherd/ Chow Chow mix. His date of birth is Dec. 30, 2017. He is smart, goofy and protective of the ones he loves.
Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign underway
The Cassville Police Department is working alongside the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over high-visibility enforcement campaign.
DNR seeking comments on new rules
The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has filed proposed amendments to the rules listed below.
