Jeremiah Buntin: A million ways to die in the Ozarks

The beginning of autumn signals the start of the spooky season, that time of year now rivaling Christmas in popularity among youth and adults alike, highlighted by tidings of fear.
District volleyball brackets take shape
All five local high schools will see their volleyball teams on the court with their seasons on the line on Tuesday, as district tournament brackets have been released.
Betty Marion Phoenix

Betty Marion Phoenix, 91, of Shell Knob, Mo. passed away Sunday,
Through the Years, Oct. 15

30 YEARS AGO: Pictured are “man on the street” quotes from community members following the opening of the new Cassville High School building on Highway Y. The question asked is, “What do you like about Cassville’s new high school.”
Mary Beck

Mary Beck, 96, of Cassville, Mo., passed away peacefully on Monday, October 6, 2025, at her home.
WOW completes 28th season of outdoor classes

Linda Hahn selects a rock to identify during WOW School’s Missouri Rocks and Minerals class.
Josilyne Creason: Boxx’s excuses are an insult to victims
I could write a book about what waiting five years for justice — only to end with a $1,000 plea deal — has done to my family.
Roe Neal Strickland

Roe Neal Strickland, 78, of Eagle Rock, Mo., passed away surrounded by his family.
Brother Joseph Robert “Joe” Wogoman

Brother Joseph Robert “Joe” Wogoman, 74, of Purdy, Mo. passed away Monday, October 6, 2025, at his home.
Wildcats battle Tigers!

After four games of big-scoring football with Willard, the Mighty Mites Wildcats split games.



