Kyle Troutman
Barry County Health Corner, June 18
Did you know that immunization programs are considered one of the most important public health achievements in the world?
County property values rise
New valuations sent to property owners; SB190 tax freeze unaffected
Shirley Ann McKinley
Shirley Ann McKinley, 86 of Anderson, Mo., passed away peacefully Friday, June 6, 2025, at McDonald County Living Center in Anderson, Mo.
Barton transferring to Arkansas Tech
Maci Barton, 2023 Cassville graduate and daughter of Jim and Wendy Barton, of Cassville, has completed her A.A. Degree in General studies and is transferring to Arkansas Tech University in Russellville, Ark., to major in wildlife and fisheries.
Jeff Fugitt: Will you choose wisdom, or gold?
On Father’s Day, I was thinking of my dad. I was blessed to have had a good dad, and I am grateful for that. He was a Baptist pastor, so I grew up listening to him speak often, typically twice every Sunday and once on Wednesday.
Year in Photos — Cassville football
Cassville’s Easton Hughes jukes past a Monett defender during a Barry County Brawl win last season.
Public meeting highlights connection between park, community
About 50 people, including Roaring River State Park personnel, were on hand for the park’s annual public meeting at the Emory Melton Inn & Conference Center on June 5.
First on Front for first time in Cassville
The First on Front concert series, sponsored by First State Bank of Purdy, is making a move to Cassville this year. Following Monett concerts in May and June (pictured), the first ever First on Front Pop-Up Event in Cassville will be held on July 11 from 6-9 p.m. at Cassville South Park. Jake Stringer will take the stage at 6 p.m., followed by Mark Chapman Band at 7 p.m. and The Black Moods at 8 p.m. The event is free to the public, and food trucks will also be on site. The park is located at 501 Sale Barn Road in Cassville.
Amy Phillips Washington
Amy Phillips Washington, 41, of Golden, Mo. passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at her home.
Douglas Gene “Doug” Samuel
Douglas Gene “Doug” Samuel, age 72, of Highlandville, Missouri passed away Monday, June 9, 2025 at his home.
