Rhoads rides to record

A Cassville boys track and field record first set in 1986 and tied in 1996 has officially fallen in 2026.
Sights set on 14

The Cassville girls soccer team has a chance to make history this season. At 9-3 after bagging a second 1-0 victory over Monett this season, with the April 21 victory coming via an extra-time goal by Makayla Connolley, the Lady Wildcats have five regular-season games remaining and the possibility of topping the 13-win 2024 season by one.
Wheaton ball teams thriving
The Wheaton High School Baseball and Softball teams are having a spring worth celebrating.
Wildcat Jazz sparks toe tapping at Barry Electric annual meeting

Jonah Cupps plays a clarinet solo during one of the Wildcat Jazz songs at the Barry Electric Annual Meeting on Thursday.
Jazz bands play at Bikes, Blues & BBQ

The Cassville Band Boosters hosted CHS Band’s Blues & BBQ on Friday at the Cassville High School Football Stadium parking lot.
Malone found guilty of murdering Aspen Lewis
An Exeter man has been found guilty of four felonies — including first-degree murder — by a Jasper County jury following a three-day trial April 14-16.
Property tax freeze available to seniors
Barry County residents of all ages have been receiving a document from the collector’s office in the mail, titled “Barry County Senior Tax Credit.”
Challengers file for prosecutor, presiding commissioner
The filing period for the Aug. 4 Primary Election closed on March 31, with two local races and two state races seeing challengers.
CHS jazz band earns top honors in competitive season

The Cassville High School Jazz Band is off to a strong start in its 2026 competitive season, earning top ratings and individual honors at multiple collegiate festivals across the region.
Purdy school board welcomes new members

The Purdy school board reorganized at its April 9 meeting, returning one incumbent and adding two new members following the April 7 election.



