News Staff
Barry Electric hosts annual meeting
Laura Holycross, right, Barry Electric Cooperative public relations and marketing coordinator, and Heyley Hudson, Barry Electric CFO, enlist a member of the crowd to draw a door prize Thursday at the annual Barry Electric meeting.
Special guest shakes up Purdy Prom
Jeremiah Williams, left, and Elaine Saocy sing and dance to a song at the Purdy Prom Saturday.
Cassville teams win home meet
Cassville’s Kaid Williams runs in the 800-meter race at the Cassville Relays on April 18.
Travis Earl Bryant
Travis Earl Bryant, 83, of Cassville, passed away Saturday, April 22, 2023, at home. He was born in Skene, Miss.
Alta Mae Harmon
Alta Mae Harmon, 86, of Cassville, passed away Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at Roaring River Health and Rehabilitation in Cassville. She was born August 2, 1936, in Springfield, the daughter of Roy and Virginia (Lowe) Harmon, who preceded her in death.
Lloyd Eugene Fleming
Lloyd Eugene Fleming, 90, of Rocky Comfort, passed away Friday, April 21, 2023, at home. He was born July 31, 1932, in Port Huron, Mich., the son of Robert and Velma (Hall) Fleming, who preceded him in death.
Joyce Jost
Joyce Jost, 82, of Cassville, passed away April 19, 2023 at home surrounded by family. She was born October 16, 1940, in Vernon County, Mo., the daughter of James and Ruth (Woody) Nickell.
News briefs, April 26
A benefit softball game will be held at the Wheaton ballfields on June 24 at noon. Funds raised will benefit Garrett Roller, 12, of Wheaton, who broke both bones in his leg in a UTV accident in October.
Trout Tales, April 19
I left the river on Thursday to attend part of the Missouri State School Board meeting at Emory Melton Inn. They don’t put fish on the agenda, but I have an item for the board on behalf of students. Bring back sodas and energy drinks! I’ve had many students promise they’ll behave better if you give back “my precious Red Bull.” There’s also a potential for behavior improvement — at least the kids won’t be tired or asleep!
Purdy bests Exeter in district battle
Two top teams in Class 1, District 5 squared off in Exeter on Friday, giving Barry County softball fans a possible peek into the postseason. The Lady Tigers (8-3) hosted Purdy (18-6), and the Lady Eagles took home the win, 7-2.
