Kyle Troutman
Publisher’s View — Kyle Troutman: Big change, bigger benefit
A big change is happening today. After years — more than a decade — of offering a 100% free website, as of this morning, original content comes at a premium.
American Insights — Dakoda Pettigrew: Joseph Warren’s last stand
He could hear the cannons roar in Boston as he lay in bed, frozen by a headache. He hadn’t slept in days. His body wanted to rest.
Pat Allison: Post Office collection box should be moved
I am writing to express my concern regarding the recent decision to relocate the blue collection mailbox outside our local post office.
Lillian “Lil” Gaddis
Lillian “Lil” Gaddis of Shell Knob, Missouri on June 9, 1942, in Robinson, Illinois to Earl and Erma (Dennis) Murphy. Lillian passed away December 29, 2025, in Berryville at the age of 83.
Virginia Ann Meek
Virginia Ann Meek, 83, of Golden, Mo., passed away Friday, January 2, 2026, at her home.
Dianna Lynn Thompson
Dianna Lynn Thompson, 65, of Cassville, Mo. passed away Monday, December 29, 2025 at Mercy Hospital Springfield in Springfield, Mo.
Sales tax leaves mixed bag to end 2025
Sales tax revenues to the bi-county area ended 2025 on an unusually low note.
News Briefs, Jan. 14
The following events will be held at the Cassville Branch Library: Thursday, Move ‘N’ Groove Low Impact Exercise, 11 a.m., signup requested, STEAM Club (ages 6-12), 3:30 p.m....
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Jan. 14
Meet the dynamic Delton! This gorgeous guy is a Collie/Great Pyrenees mix. His date of birth is Sept. 25, 2025. This energetic boy is ready for lots of cuddles, fun and play in his forever home.
Through the Years, Jan. 14
40 YEARS AGO: THIS CAME TO AN END — There won’t be any more of this type of activity, at least this week. For the past couple of weeks, temperatures in the 50s, 60s and even climbing into the 70s brought out sun worshippers, golfers, gardeners, fishermen and women who enjoyed all of the above. Wednesday morning’s drop into the 30s removed all desire for outside activities, at least temporarily. These two mothers and their youngsters were enjoying the outdoors at Roaring River State Park last week.
