Kyle Troutman
Community Voices — Terry Held: The radical spirit of Cassville
The word radical has become a strange word in modern America. Turn on the television or scroll through social media, and it is usually used as an accusation. A radical is someone unreasonable. Someone extreme. Someone bent on tearing things down.
Through the Years, March 11
30 YEARS AGO: FAMILY WELCOMES JOSH BACK WITH LOVING ARMS — Josh Carlisle Coffey was in good condition Monday at Cox Medical Center-South in Springfield after being lost in the woods for 72 hours in extreme conditions. He has since been released from the hospital. During a reunion with his family, Josh smiled, laughed and told stories. Pictured from left are Rex Owens, Josh’s grandfather from Monett; Lynn Coffey; mother Johnny Sue Coffey; Josh; and sisters Rawn and Gerri Netzer. Not pictured is Josh’s oldest sister, Missy Reeves, who was away from the hospital room when the photo was taken. Cassville Democrat file photo
Donna Marie Brant
Donna Marie Brant of Cassville, Missouri, passed away Friday, March 6, 2026, at Mercy Hospital in Rogers, Arkansas. She was 59 years old.
Robert Merideth “Bobby” Frye, Jr.
Robert Merideth “Bobby” Frye, Jr. of Shell Knob, Mo. passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at his home.
Sue Robb
Sue Robb, 90, passed away on March 9, 2026. She was born on February 4, 1936, her dad’s birthday, in Golden, Mo. the oldest of three daughters born to John and Elizabeth (Easley) Sparks, who preceded her in death.
Melissa Jane Robertson
Melissa Jane Robertson passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, leaving behind a legacy of love, resilience, and deep devotion to those she held dear.
George Washington Witherspoon Williamson Wardlaw
George Washington Witherspoon Williamson Wardlaw was born on November 26, 1947, in Columbia, South Carolina to Frank Harper Wardlaw and Jane Williamson Wardlaw.
Knowledge Bowl teams compete in Big 8
Cassville Middle School and High School Knowledge Bowl teams recently competed in the Big 8 Conference Tournament that was held at Monett High School. Both teams are led by Mrs. Lisa Reid, Knowledge Bowl Coach. The CHS team finished in second place. Freshmen Jonah Cupps earned second place individual overall and Hale Cox finished in 15th place individual overall. The CMS team earned a third-place finish, and San Junior placed second individual overall. The high school team, top, includes, front row, from left: Jacie Hudson, Shelby Knoefler, Cohen Adams and Roxanne Tilford. Back row: Cooper Phillips, Jonah Cupps and Hale Cox. Not pictured: Daniel Sledden. The middle school team, bottom, includes, front row, from left: Max Fields, San Junior, Jace Hayworth and Carly Odom. Back row: Kaizen Haney, Avalynn Press and Elise Remenar. Not pictured: Jenson Ritchie. Contributed photos
Delta Dental expands Land of Smiles
Establishing strong oral health habits in life is essential. Nearly 25% of children ages 2-5 have cavities, even though tooth decay is preventable.
MDC to host tree planting workshop March 20
Ever wondered about the best way to plant tree seedlings, but didn’t know where to get started?
