Through the Years, Sept. 16

40 YEARS AGO — MASONS GROUND BREAKING: For just under 100 years, Cassville Masonic meetings have been on the east side of the public square. When a building at 17th and Main is completed next year, they will change locations.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Sept. 16

Hi there — I’m Waylon, a 2-month-old black and white Border Collie/Terrier pup, and I’m ready to bring joy into your home! At a petite 12.6 pounds, I’m small enough to cuddle but big enough for adventure — plus, I’m already great with cats, so blended households are totally my thing.
Harry Allen Shuman

Harry Allen Shuman, of Butterfield, Missouri, passed away on September 12, 2026, at the age of 72. Harry was born on September 7, 1954, in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, to Arden and Arlene Shuman. Harry proudly served his country in the United…
A win by the bookends

Over the last five years, the Cassville football team has fallen to Seneca seven times and been shut out three times — but not on Friday.
Wildcats start hot, staying cool

The Cassville boys soccer team has started the season at 4-3 against teams mostly a class or two higher, yet for the past two weeks, the team has had to deal with a unique way to prepare — indoors.
Mighty Mites recognized at Seneca contest

The Cassville Mighty Mite football teams and cheer squads were recognized at halftime of the Cassville-Seneca football game on Friday night.
FOOTBALL LIVE UPDATES: Cassville vs. Seneca, Week 3

This week’s live updates are sponsored by Missouri Farm Bureau – Chad Yarnall. Field a great policy with Chad — he’s got you covered! Kellen Weldy fields a short opening kick and returns across the field to the Cassville 41.…
Countywide burn ban issued
The Barry County Commission has issued a countywide burn ban, effective Sept. 10 and until further notice, as the county is in the midst of experiencing extreme or severe drought.
Monett Waterthrashers finish season 4th in league

The Monett Waterthrashers swim team completed its season by hosting the league A division meet, held at the Monett Area YMCA on Aug. 1 and 2.
Exeter expansion complete

A project years in the making has given Exeter students new spaces for weightlifting, agricultural education, career exploration and band, also providing the district facilities designed to serve students long into the future.



