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Nathan Toon: Living anxiety free
As I have sought the Lord in this time for what I should write considering His Word for my brothers, sisters, and neighbors of Cassville, Missouri, I have been given Philippians 4 verses 4-8. It reads out of the English Standard Version this way: “Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Barry County receives $10K in federal funding
Barry County has been awarded federal funds made available through the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/FederalEmergencyManagement Agency under the emergency food and shelter national board program. Barry County has been chosen to receive $10,253 for Phase 40 to supplement emergency food and shelter programs in the county.
Local tour operator to lead international travel association
Jerry Varner, owner of Making Memories Tours in Washburn, Missouri, will chair the National Tour Association board of directors in 2023. NTA, founded in 1951, is composed of tour operators who package group travel and connect with other NTA members — representatives of destinations, hotels, attractions, and experience providers from all 50 states and well over 35 countries around the world — to create unique multiday tours.
Able 2 recognizes employee service
Thirteen employees of Able 2 Products Company in Cassville were recognized for milestone employment anniversaries at a company-wide meeting on November 8th. In business since 1972, Able 2 Products Company sells lights and accessories to police, emergency and utility markets under the SHO-ME trademark. Company vice-president Caleb Buntin awarded gifts and certificates of appreciation to the honorees. Front row, from left: Kristin Stettnisch, 15 years; Kathy White, 15 years; Patricia Stringer, 10 years; Oralia Casas, 15 years; and Ashley Henderson, 20 years. Back row: Kathy Stansberry, 40 years; Arletta Donald, 35 years; Fred Davis, Jr., 15 years; Chantel Oberg, 10 years; and Joe Baxley, 20 years. Not pictured: Janet Boys, 5 years; Lea Hill, 15 years; and Sara Fink, 15 years. Able 2 Products is located at 804 East Highway 248 in Cassville.
Pet of the Week
This handsome and friendly soul is named Draco Malfoy. He is a happy-go-lucky-guy that would love a forever home. He is about 7-1/2 years old and been at the shelter for over 2 years. This joyful dog would make a great companion for anyone who is looking for a dog that loves to play and loves attention. He can get jealous for attention when other dogs are around. He would do well playing with other dogs but his home will ideally be just for him. He should not be around cats but does great with children. The Haven is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. every day, or people may call 417-835-3647. Contributed photo
Juniors crowned royalty at Southwest
Juniors Lyric Bernard, left, and Jordan Long, smile as they walk up to be crowned Queen and King at Southwest’s homecoming festivities on Friday.
A ’N-O-V-E-L’ winner
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Louise Racine Stockton
tockton Louise Racine Stockton, 99, of Aurora, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2023.
Dorcas Agnes Haney
aney Dorcas Agnes Haney, 83 of Cassville, passed away Saturday, Jan. 7, 2023 at her home.
Thaddeus Matthew “Matt” Cooper
Thaddeus Matthew “Matt” Cooper, 43, of Eagle Rock, Missouri passed away Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023, from a drug overdose.
