Kyle Troutman
Vehicles, face paint, dunk tank mark inaugural BCSO event
Luke Olson, right, 2, of Pea Ridge, Ark., crinkled his nose as Jenna Kruse, with Jennaroo Creations, gave him a Shrek-themed face of paint at Saturday's Barry County Sheriff's Office Community Assistance Car Show.
Purdy Recycling Center hosts tour
Gerry Wass, of Purdy, who was instrumental in organizing the Purdy Recycling Center over 20 years ago, said he believes the center now processes about 1% of the waste stream in the Purdy School District.
2 fires Friday in Cassville
The Cassville Fire Protection District responded to a pair of structure fires back-to-back on Friday.
Lack of poultry CAFO regs ruffle feathers
According to Tim Bull, with the Water Pollution Control Branch of the DNR, there are no state regulations that limit the number of poultry broiler houses that can be built on a specific amount of acreage.
Teens charged with stealing
Two teenagers have been charged with felony stealing after allegedly taking tools and other items from a property in Barry County.
Training for the unexpected: BEC conducts mock mayday drill
According to Barry Electric, safety isn't just a policy — it's a promise the cooperative makes every day.
Ozark Chinquapin Foundation holds 2026 Public Meeting
The Ozark Chinquapin Foundation held its 2026 Public at Roaring River State Park on Aug. 8.
News Briefs, Aug. 26
The last day to register to vote in the Nov. 3 General Election is Oct. 7. People may register to vote at the County Clerk’s Office or the Monett Chamber of Commerce.
7 join Southwest staff
The Southwest school district has seven new staffers for the 2026-2027 school year.
Publisher’s View — Kyle Troutman: Memories incoming
Beyond the weeks of school supply and clothes shopping, making sure all needs are met before school begins, there is always one event that signals the first day of a new year is just around the corner.
