Kyle Troutman
2 win district titles for Wildcat Takedown Club
The Wildcat Takedown Club youth wrestling program in Cassville had a strong showing at the district tournament, with multiple wrestlers battling their way onto the podium and several earning spots at the upcoming state championships.
Pickleball team defends tourney title
The Cassville High School Pickleball Team continued its winning tradition by successfully defending its title at the 2026 Cassville Invitational High School Pickleball Tournament.
News Briefs, March 18
The Barry County Community Garden has scheduled its monthly meetings on the first Monday of every month, at Harvick Farms, located at 16062 Hwy. 76 in Cassville.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, March 11
Adorable Alani is an energetic young German Shepherd/Red Heeler mix pup. Her date of birth is Dec. 26, 2025.
Author ent-ARR-tains on Family Night
Author Izzy B, dressed as a pirate, speaks to the audience during a Title I Family Night stage presentation Thursday, featuring animated produce characters projected behind him that will be characters in his soon-to-be-released book.
Sales tax income rises in February
Sales tax revenues to Barry County cities and county bodies showed continued growth in February, though not all the totals showed across the board increases.
New topics to be detailed at ‘Let’s Get Growing’
Barry County Master Gardeners will host the annual “Let’s Get Growing” spring workshop on March 21 in Cassville, starting at 9 a.m.
Weather Service urges Barry County residents to prepare for spring storms
With spring approaching in the Ozarks, meteorologists are urging residents in Barry County and surrounding areas to review severe weather safety plans as the region enters one of its most active storm seasons.
Staff promotions announced at Security Bank of Southwest Missouri
Security Bank of Southwest Missouri has announced several staff promotions, recognizing the experience, dedication, and leadership of team members across multiple departments, a bank press release said..
Community Voices — Lynn Hilburn: Barry County and people
In previous editorials, I’ve discussed land in Missouri and in Barry County and how things developed for the first white settlements in Barry County. I will review some of that briefly.
