Kyle Troutman
Barry Electric Cooperative Breaks Ground on Office Expansion
Barry Electric Cooperative has announced the groundbreaking of a significant office expansion project, adding over 5,000 square feet to its headquarters.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Oct. 22
Meet beautiful Burrito! Burrito was found abandoned in the Cassville Walmart parking lot. So many people tried to help her, but she was still waiting for her person, who sadly never came back. Finally, one young lady offered her a burrito, and she got right in her car.
Herrin Animal Hospital earns accreditation from top vet association
The Herrin Animal Hospital has announced that it has achieved the highest level of veterinary excellence following evaluation by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA).
Cassville runners compete at home, in area races
The Cassville cross country teams have competed in multiple races in recent weeks, including at the Cassville Pinkout XC Invitational at the Cassville Aquatic Center. Results include: 17th Annual Lamar Tigers Cross Country Invitational Varsity Boys — 3.1 miles, Top 25 medal, 112 runners 6th as a team Jacob Hudson, 18:20, 13th Trever Garnett, 18:34, 17th Peyton Anderson, 21:12, 66th Donovan Mikesh, 21:46, 70th Jarrett Paul, 23:37, 88th Vincent Buttrum, 25:15, 97th Clay Williamson, 26:03, 99th Daniel Sledden, 26:21, 100th Varsity Girls — 3.1 miles, Top 25 medal, 80 runners 7th as a team Kayli Anderson, 23:06, 22nd Lydia Cupps, 24:42, 37th Claire Reuter, 26:15, 50th Molly Cox, 26:25, 53rd Leah Walker, 31:26, 73rd
Old Barry County jail set to serve new purpose
When the Barry County Neighborhood Center closed in September, then-Family Resource Sepcialist Carrie Beck said the community was left in panic.
Greg Armstrong: Guardrails in our lives
I love living in the Ozarks. The beauty of our little slice of America is hard to beat. One thing that comes with the territory is curvy roads.
Wheaton Heritage Festival provides interactive history lesson
The second annual Wheaton Heritage Festival, organized by the Wheaton Historical Society and Depot Museum, was held Oct. 11. Spokesperson Chris Hay called the event a success. 'We had a lot more people in attendance this year than we did last year,' Hay said. 'We may even have made a little money.' The event featured local vendors, musicians, activities for kids and craftsmen who demonstrated skills and machinery from years past.
Cassville teacher recognized by MOSHAPE organization
The Cassville school district has announced that Cassville High School Teacher Erin Flehmer has been selected as the 2025 Physical Education Teacher of the Year for the Southwest District by the Missouri Society of Health and Physical Educators (MOSHAPE).
Michelle Hilburn: Fall into season’s readings
Even though summer temperatures are still lingering, the calendar says that fall has arrived, and I couldn’t be happier.
Jordan Troutman — TroutMom says: ‘Thank you for picking me, every day, I love you’
What a week I have had. First, and most importantly, my wonderful husband and I celebrated five years of marriage on Thursday, Oct. 16. More on that in a moment.
