Kyle Troutman
Community Voices — Melissa Hamilton: July brings harvest, helpful insects and opportunities for fall planting
July is one of the busiest and most rewarding months at the Barry County Community Garden. With summer in full swing, gardeners are enjoying an abundance of fresh vegetables, colorful flowers and the many pollinators that help keep the garden…
Through the Years, July 15
30 YEARS AGO: MODERN DAY ROBIN HOOD — John Haggard of Washburn, Robbinhooded while target shooting at 7 Valleys Archery last Saturday.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, July 15
Hi, I’m Armani — a 7-month-old Great Pyrenees mix with a big personality packed into a growing frame! Right now I’m a strapping 56.7 pounds of fluffy white fur, and I’m already neutered and ready for my forever home.
Lorraine Irene Barkhoff
Lorraine Irene Barkhoff, 85, of Cassville, Mo. passed away Friday, July 3, 2026 at Mercy Hospital Northwest Ark., in Rogers, Ark. She was born October 12, 1940 in Spencer, Iowa the daughter of Louis William and Ora Irena (Miller) Schoning,…
Cecil Edward “Bill” Burdiss
Cecil Edward “Bill” Burdiss, of Cassville, Mo. passed away from cancer on Saturday, July 4, 2026 at his home. He was born January 12, 1962 in Kansas City, Kan., the son of Cecil Kenneth and Velma Sue (Poor) Burdiss, who…
Joanne Eileen Fehring
Joanne Eileen Fehring, 90, of Rocky Comfort, Mo. passed away Saturday, July 4, 2026 at her home. She was born October 14, 1935 in Conway, Mass., the daughter of John and Cora (Fairfield) Warger, who preceded her in death. Also…
John Randall “Papa Nubs” Harper
John Randall “Papa Nubs” Harper, Sr., 66, of Cassville, Mo. passed away Monday, July 6, 2026 at his home. He was born November 13, 1959 in Ukiah, Calif., the son of Vernon and Opal (Foster) Harper, who preceded him in…
David Sterling “Dave” Harris
David Sterling “Dave” Harris, 66, of Wheaton, Mo., passed away on Friday, July 3, 2026. He was born December 6, 1959, in Independence, Mo., to Johnny and Geneva (Birkes) Harris. Preceding him in death were his parents and sister, Deborah…
Illa Mae Hickam
Illa Mae Hickam, 74, of Granby, Mo. passed away Saturday, July 4, 2026 at her home. She was born May 15, 1952 in San Diego, Calif., the daughter of Illo Powell, Jr. and Kathryn (Ellis) Powell who preceded her in…
Eagles rack up 27 wins
Purdy Baseball Coach Joshua Hughes said the Eagles’ 27-win season was about far more than victories, pointing to the growth of his players on and off the field as the program’s biggest accomplishment.
