Kyle Troutman
Through the Years, Sept. 17
40 YEARS AGO: PLAYFUL SUBJECT LION — Object of a 24 hour lion hunt’ in the Eagle Rock area over the weekend, and now an obvious target of county regulations, this was the playful lion at a Hilltop area tavern last week. With the owner, Larry Rainey, the 11-month-old cub, although hot because of the weather, was enjoying the romp. Since, the lion which ended a walk through the countryside of Table Rock Lake on Sunday, faces possible county regulations and the owner possible charges for animal abuse due to inadequate facilities. Previously kept on a chain, after being raised indoors at another Cassville business, the lion was joined by a second of the species early this week, according to information available from the Barry County sheriff’s office, mainly through complaints from neighbors in the Hilltop area. Democrat file photo
5 get CFO scholarships
Five graduates of Barry County high schools have received scholarships administered by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks.
Year in Photos — Barry County softball
Publisher’s note: Throughout the summer, the Cassville Democrat will feature the best unprinted photos from each team photographed during the 2024-2025 athletics seasons. — KT
CHS music program shares sound accomplishments
Multiple band members, vocalists recognized
Donnie Spears: Lukewarm
Lukewarmness starts with individuals just like you and me.
Purdy school board focuses on preparation
The Purdy school board reviewed developing programs and preparations for the opening of school during the August meeting.
Shell Knob woman arrested after crash
A Shell Knob woman was injured and subsequently arrested following a wreck at 6:15 p.m. on Highway 248, one mile east of Route C.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Sept. 17
Meet Matilda! She is an Australian shepherd mix. Her date of birth is July 8. Matilda and her siblings are adorable and ready to go home.
Wildcats craft small goals to achieve big results
Like any year, the Cassville boys soccer team has set its sights on winning both the conference and the district, but this season, the team is putting a larger focus on smaller steps along the way.
Kathy Casey: Media should check drumbeat of rhetoric
Recently, I wrote a letter condemning the language used by a staff member of the paper.
