Kyle Troutman
Arts Council’s ‘The Lightning Thief’ swipes spotlight
Kaito Oliphant, as Mr. D (Dionysus), hits a key note in a number using a crutch as a microphone during the Cassville Arts Council’s “The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical” on Saturday at the Community Building at Crowder Cassville.
TroutMom Says: Lake Superior edition, Part II — Pushing through pain and fear
Picking up where I left off from Part I of this series, the next morning after my 10-mile hike as part of my solo camping trip in Munising, Mich,, I was thankfully much warmer, and after a very deep sleep, I dragged myself up and dressed for the day’s adventure — a full-day kayaking tour.
Wildcats enjoy wealth of returners
Following arguably one of the oddest seasons — with two losses to East Newton and a win over eventual Class 2 state champion Lamar — the Cassville football team is going into 2025 with a spark.
Rosario Keele: Thank you to all involved in quilt presentation
Thank you, Kyle Troutman and the Cassville Democrat newspaper, for covering the first time in Cassville, the Quilts of Valor of the Ozarks (QOVO) presentation at the Cassville Senior Center during the Independence Day Celebration.
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.
Purdy hosts Student Development Day
Purdy High School held its first Student Professional Development Day on Friday, offering students in grades 9-12 a unique opportunity to gain valuable life and career skills.
Shell Knob man dies in boat collision
A Shell Knob man died in a boat collision at 1:45 p.m. on Aug. 18 on Table Rock Lake in Viola.
Reba Loretta Adams
Reba Loretta Adams, 75, of Purdy, Mo. passed away Monday, August 18, 2025, at Granby House in Granby, Mo.
Reclaiming a depth of faith
School is officially back in session across our area.
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.
