Kyle Troutman
Through the Years, Aug. 27
30 YEARS AGO: FIRST TIME AT SCHOOL — These new kindergartners found a great way to beat the heat. In addition to fans blowing and lights off, these students got to enjoy Flavor-Ices. Students in Kathy Sheehy’s first grade class are pictured above.
Jeremiah Buntin: Cassville’s favorite teacher
As the end of summer signals the beginning of another year back to school, our memories become entwined with the changing of the seasons, recalling all that we have learned and mourning how much has been forgotten.
Michael Patrick Gasporovic
Michael Patrick Gasparovic, Sr., 77, of Cassville, Mo. passed away Monday, August 18, 2025, at Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas in Rogers, Ark.
Thoughts on TroutMan vs. TroutWoman
Two weeks ago, I lost an argument to my wife — and I have not been coerced in any way to make this statement.
Michael Miller
Michael Miller, 77, of Cassville, Mo., passed away on August 20, 2025. He was born on May 10, 1948, in Miller, S.D., to Christine (Sahl) and Conrad Miller, who preceded him in death.
News Briefs, Aug. 27
The Cassville Branch Library, in partnership with Mid America Insurance Solutions LLC, will host a Medicare 101 Educational Event on Sept. 16 from 2-3 p.m.
Activities abound at Kids’ Fishing Day
Emerie Declue, 5, of Neosho, makes sure her stamp has ample ink at an activity at Kids’ Fishing Day at Roaring River State Park on Saturday.
Roller sex crimes case heading to jury trial
A jury trial has been scheduled in Stone County for a Washburn man facing seven total charges across three cases, all involving alleged child sex crimes.
Cassville man faces 6 charges in 3 cases
A Cassville man is facing six total charges in three separate cases relating to alleged stealing, possession of controlled substances and fleeing.
Purdy Council approves tax levy
Getting a break from citizen complaints during the monthly meeting, the Purdy City Council set its property tax levy for the upcoming tax cycle and heard reports from police and public works on Aug. 13.
