News Staff
Man injured in Hwy. 86 wreck
A Shell Knob man was injured in a wreck at 10:05 p.m. on Highway 86, one mile east of Golden.
Robert ” Clayton” Montgomery
Robert “ Clayton” Montgomery, age 104, of Exeter, Missouri breathed his last breath on earth and his first breath in heaven on Monday, November 28, 2022 He was born April 8, 1918 on the family farm in Exeter, Missouri the son of Samuel Marvel and Ruby Leah (Reed) Montgomery. In 1976 he was united in marriage to Iva Mae Haynes Collings, who preceded him in death on January 1, 2019.
Donald Edward ”Don”
Donald Edward “Don” Wagner, age 56, of Washburn, Missouri passed away Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at his home. Private services will be held at a later date.
Homer C. ” Jack”
Homer C. “Jack” Highbarger, age 86, of Exeter, Missouri went to be with his heavenly Fat her on Thursday, November 24, 2022.
Lillian ”Irene” Snyder
Lillian “Irene” Snyder, age 94, of Cassville, Missouri passed away Sunday, November 27, 2022 at Mercy Hospital Springfield in Springfield, Missouri. Graveside services were held at 10:00 A.M.
Lady Wildcats clock progress
Through the season, the Cassville volleyball team’s goals shifted to a focus on team cohesion, building a program under a new coach and nurturing young talent. Paige Huddleston, Cassville volleyball coach, said the Lady Wildcats (2-27) made some big strides despite their record.
Lady Trojans bank on experience
Nine returning letter winners aim to lead the Southwest girls basketball team to a winning season this year, and the Lady Trojans say the only thing in their way is themselves. Destiny Jalbert, Southwest girls basketball coach, said the Lady Trojans feel some pressure this year to perform well.
Bob Mitchell: Day Still Lives in infamy
Tuesday, Dec. 7, will long live in memory, especially for those who were around that Sunday 71 years ago when news reached the mainland that the Japanese had bombed Pearl Harbor and virtually destroyed this country’s Pacific Fleet.
Merlyn Johnson: Seasonal thanks from a superintendent
The first 14 weeks of the school year have gone by quickly, and it has been both exciting and productive thus far. We have already completed the first quarter and are well into our second.
Bob Mitchell: Nativity scene concern causing conversations
Whether or not the Christmas Nativity Scene will appear atop the Oak Hill Cemetery hill this year reminds me of a situation that was prompted by telephone conversations several years ago that were completely uncalled for had adequate preparations been in place.
