Kyle Troutman
OFO presents 2 Texas Tenors for pops concert
The Ozark Festival Orchestra will conclude its 45th season with its annual Marty Beckwith Memorial Pops Concert, slated for 3 p.m. on Sunday at the Monett High School Performing Arts Center.
Quilts of Valor to honor 7 veterans on Thursday
Seven local veterans will be honored Thursday at a public Quilts of Valor ceremony in Cassville.
News Briefs, July 2
The Purdy Community Picnic & Fireworks Show will be held Thursday at The Gathering Place in Purdy, located at 100 Old Business 37 and Highway C, beginning at 6 p.m. There will be a picnic meal, live music and a huge fireworks show at dark.
Rebecca Ann Kelley
Rebecca Ann Kelley, passed away unexpectantly on June 21, 2025, in Pineville, Missouri. Born on July 23, 1967, in Rogers, Arkansas, Becky's journey began with a heart that would touch many throughout her 57 years.
‘7 Valleys’ mural skies over downtown
Cassville High School art student Audrey Kennedy completes a sky scene as part of the “7 Valleys” mural on the southwest corner of the Barry County Courthouse square, on the wall of You Name It Collectibles.
Old jail sells for $60K
The old Barry County jail has been sold. Cody Stehlik, of Cassville, purchased the property on June 19 with a negotiated bid of $60,000, which one county commissioner voted against.
Proposal could combine Washburn, Exeter police
Sheriff addresses how county would assist if cities combine
Southwest ends regular season on 3-game streak
A young Southwest baseball team battled through a difficult season this spring, but the Trojans ended the campaign on a high note by bagging half of their win total in consecutive games.
Through the Years, June 25
30 YEARS AGO: ALL-PURPOSE VISITOR—-Early day visitors to Cassville included those traveling types that could provide assorted services. In this instance, Dr. David Morgan was ready to provide veterinary, surgery or dental services. There is no indication as to why the number of observers were on hand, unless there was the possibility they either brought animals to town for the services provided or needed help themselves.
2 teachers receive scholarships
The Cassville Board of Education has selected Kaylyn Whitham and Calista Burns as the recipients of the 2025 Board of Education Scholarships.
