Kyle Troutman
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Feb. 5
Meet Daizy Mae! She is an adorable coonhound mixed pup. Her date of birth is Nov. 10, 2024. She was found as a stray and is eager to go to her forever home where she can run, play and be loved.
Senior tax credit on ballot
Voters in Barry County will have the opportunity on April 8 to allow the county to pursue enacting Senate Bill 190, and six elected county officials are on record as being against the proposal. Senate Bill 190, which was BARRY COUNTY VOTE What: On Senate Bill 190 When: April 8 municipal election Outcome: Approval would allow county to freeze property tax levies for residents over 62 modified by Senate bill 756 in August 2024 authorizes counties to grant property tax credits to eligible senior citizen taxpayers.
Flamenco master to play in Cassville
Cassville Arts Council hosting free concert Saturday ktroutman@cassville-democrat.com The Cassville Arts Council presents Ronald Radford, Flamenco guitarist, in concert at Crowder College at 7 p.m. on Saturday, performing the original Spanish Gypsy guitar music known as Flamenco.
Through the Years, Feb. 5
40 YEARS AGO: VISITORS COME ASHORE FOR LUNCH — Grazing on a campground area near Eagle Rock Landing, these Canadian geese have been attracting considerable attention the last few weeks. Their trips from the water to the land area result in grazing over grass areas and paying little attention to spectators who drive through the area. They probably feel secure, as the fellow at upper left, was constantly eyeing their observers this particular day.
Southwest athletic teams donate to Power of Pink
Three Southwest athletic teams raised more than $1,171 for the Power of Pink organization and breast cancer awareness.
Exeter proposes bond issue for campus improvements
April 8, voters in the Exeter R-VI School District will have an opportunity to vote on the district investing in the future of its schools and students. Voters will be asked to approve the issuance of $2.5 million in General Obligation Bonds to fund critical improvements and new construction across the district’s facilities.
Brendan Arthur Mathis
Brendan Arthur Mathis, 21, of Purdy, Mo. passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025, at his home.
Julianna Jo Schroor
Julianna Jo Schroor, 81, of Cassville, Mo. passed away Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Republic Nursing and Rehab in Republic, Mo.
Judith Lynne “Judy” Byrd
Judith Lynne “Judy” Byrd, 74, of Goodman, Mo. passed away Saturday, January 25, 2025.
Big blaze knocked down on Highway CC
A large blaze in freezing temperatures proved a test for the Exeter Fire Protection District, but not an unsurmountable one. In the early morning hours of Jan.
