Kyle Troutman
Shell Knob-area teen found safe
UPDATE: 5 P.M. FRIDAY: According to the Stone County Sheriff's Office, Sherwood has been found safe in Barry County.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Dec. 3
Daisy Duck is a new addition to the Haven family. She is a 3-month-old mixed breed. She will grow to be a medium/large sized dog.
John Richard Woolis
John Richard Woolis, 91, of Shell Knob, Mo., passed away peacefully on November 28, 2025, in Springfield, Mo. Born on December 23, 1933, in Columbus, Kan., the son of Richard W. Woolis and Letha (Williams) Woolis, who preceded himin death.…
Rayma “Sue” Wilson
Rayma “Sue” Wilson, 92, of Herndon, VA, passed away on Thursday, November 27, 2025. Born on September 7, 1933, in Shell Knob, Mo, she was the daughter of the late Claude and Zelma James. Sue was preceded in death by…
Patrick Alan Rosentreter
Patrick Alan Rosentreter of Wheaton, Mo., passed away on November 28, 2025, at Freeman West Hospital in Joplin, Mo. He was born on April 25, 1950, in Carlinville, Ill., to Alvin and Paulene (Eichen) Rosentreter, who preceded him in death.…
Through the Years, Dec. 3
The Cassville city council went on record to replace chlorination equipment at two wells during their regular meeting Tuesday night. Mayor Bill LeCompte said the expenditure would involve slightly over $500. Present equipment is considered inadequate and will be replaced as soon as the new installation can be installed by local employees.
Kathryn Sue Peterson
Kathryn Sue Peterson, age 74, of Washburn, Mo., passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at Circle of Life in Bentonville, Ark. She was born November 1, 1951, in Bentonville, Ark. to Dale Self and Betty (Boatman) Self, who preceded…
Ralph Lee McKnight
Ralph Lee McKnight, age 83, of Verona, Mo., passed away peacefully while surrounded by his family on November 28, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Mo. He was born October 31, 1942, in Elsey, Mo. to Walter and Elsie (Daugherty)…
Kenneth Eugene “Kenny” Lechner
Kenneth Eugene “Kenny” Lechner, 84, of Springfield, Mo. passed away Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at his home. He was born October 31, 1941, in Verona, Mo., the son of Ferdi and Gertie (Pilkerton) Lechner, who preceded him in death. Also…
Tradition builds community in Purdy
In 2018, seven living Terry siblings of the original nine, all originally from Purdy, opened their arms to welcome the community at large to their annual family Thanksgiving dinner.
