Kyle Troutman
Pettigrew book on sale Aug. 13
History reminds us that Americans are just people: capable of love and hate, compassion and cruelty, failure and greatness. There is no special virtue in our blood. As Calvin Coolidge observed, it is not ancestry but ideals that animate the American soul.
Kyle Troutman: Hand up requires reach out
When Barry County residents need financial assistance, one of the first places they could seek help is the Barry County Neighborhood Center.
Band Camp wraps up with water day
The Cassville Volunteer Fire Protection District provided a waterfall of sorts on Friday to end Band Camp for the Cassville High School band.
Merlyn Johnson: New school year on the horizon
The Board of Education and staff at Cassville R-IV are excited about the upcoming academic year that is already filled with optimism, energy and opportunity.
Woman facing felony for allegedly throwing toddler
A Cassville woman is facing a felony charge and a misdemeanor charge after allegedly throwing a toddler onto a cot at a local daycare facility.
Man charged with 3 felonies in child sex crimes case
A Monett man has been charged with three felonies for alleged child sex crimes.
Guillermo “Willie” Parra Moreno
Guillermo “Willie” Parra Moreno, 58, of Monett, Mo. passed away Sunday, July 27, 2025, at home.
Barry County Neighborhood Center to close Sept. 19
OACAC services going through Branson; Beck hopes to save other services
Nathan Toon: Like Peter on the water
Recently, things have begun to change in my life and those around me. I can sense a call for faith to be tested and for obedience to heed that call.
Targets hit, national title won
Southwest trap team member Colten Phillips, left, encourages teammate Jesse Jones during competition at the AIM Grand Nationals Championship in Sparta, Ill., in July. Contributed photo
