Soroptimist Club donates to 8 local organizations

The Soroptimist Club of Barry County has announced the club has awarded $5,000 in grant money through the annual Dreams in Action grant program. Grant recipients included: Pregnancy Care Center, Dress A Girl, Barry County Youth Camp, Community Care Coalition, Cassville Middle School Backpack Program, Cassville School District Success Program, Lives Under Construction Boys Ranch and Life Change. The Dreams in Action grant is available for non-profit organizations (501c3 status) that make a positive impact on the lives of women and children in Barry County.
Eagles gliding through season

The Purdy baseball team has not won a district championship since 2019, and though the defending state champion is in their district, the Eagles are hoping to return to their championship ways.
Stoufer signs to pitch for Crowder

Cassville softball pitcher Aubrey Stoufer will continue her career in the circle, signing recently to play for Crowder College in Neosho.
Hinson to keep for Crowder

The 2025 Big 8 Goalkeeper of the Year is moving on up, having signed recently to play soccer at Crowder college in Neosho.
Southwest trap team claims state championship

The Southwest Trap Team rose to the top of Missouri high school trapshooting this weekend, capturing the state championship with a team score of 468 out of 500.
News Briefs, May 6
The Cassville Alumni Association’s annual dinner will be held on May 23 at 6 p.m. at the Cassville High School commons area. Doors open at 5 p.m., and dinner is at 6 p.m.
First on Front returns for 2026 Season
The highly anticipated First on Front event series is back for 2026, continuing a beloved tradition that has brought the community together since 2018.
Cassville Prom stellar in Stella

Mika Sherwood, right, and Kolten Lingo take a break on the dance floor to pose for a photo at Cassville Prom. Kyle Troutman/[email protected]
MSHP gives drug presentation at high school

On April 20, Cpl. Sam Carpenter, with the Missouri State Highway Patrol, gave a presentation to Cassville High School students aiming to spread awareness regarding the nitazenes crisis in the community, sharing information about the serious issues regarding drug use that could affect students and the broader community.
Motion for new murder trial
A motion has been filed for a new trial for an Exeter man found guilty of four felony counts, including first-degree murder, in an April 14-16 jury trial.



