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Sharon Charlene Washam
Sharon Charlene Washam Sharon Charlene Washam, age 80, of Washburn, Missouri passed away Saturday, November 12, 2022 at Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas in Rogers, Arkansas. Graveside services were held at 2:00 P.M.
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Herrin Animal Hospital in Cassville is hosting its 23rd Annual Toy Drive, ongoing through Dec. 12.
Cassville honors 51 individuals
Cassville High School students spent nearly an hour on Friday honoring local veterans, an annual Veterans Day tradition for the school, where a flag is presented to one local military member. This year’s assembly began with a welcome from Principal Tyler Willis; the presentation of colors, featuring Mathew Whittenburg and Brennen Cieslinski, both Cassville seniors and current U.S.
Weldy sees potential in Cassville underclassmen
The best qualities of a football team could be described with word like speedy, intelligent or powerful, but Cassville Football Coach Clay Weldy used another word to describe his Wildcats this season — Gritty.
Southwest Sets Tipoff for Nov. 22
Southwest High School will celebrate Tipoff to the basketball season on Tuesday, Nov. 22 against Pierce City. The candidates are: senior Feanne Damen, junior Julika Petermann, sophomore Ashlin Batts, cheer candidate junior Kayla Hendrix and freshman Lilian Sanders. The queen will be crowned between the junior varsity and varsity boys’ basketball games. Contributed photo
LaDonna Denise Tallant
LaDonna Denise Tallant, age 67, of Seligman, Missouri passed away Wednesday, November 9, 2022 at Cox Monett Hospital in Monett, Missouri. Services will be held at a later date.
Connie Sue Bobo
Connie Sue Bobo, age 70, of Purdy, Missouri passed away Thursday, November 3, 2022 at her home. No services are scheduled at this time.
Helen Marie O’Dell
Helen Marie O’Dell, age 65, of Golden, Missouri passed away Sunday, November 6, 2022 at her home. Services were held at 2 P.M. Friday, November 11, 2022 at Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville. Pastor Shaun Crawford conducted the services. Contributions may be made to Golden Baptist Church in memory of Helen.
Joe R. Carlisle
Joe R. Carlisle, age 78, of Cassville, went to be with beloved Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, November 4, 2022.
Wheaton finishes second in district
The Wheaton volleyball team nearly met its goal of a district title, falling to Galena in the championships, but the Lady Bulldogs still achieved a winning record and immense growth with a revamped offense. Robert Creekmore, Wheaton volleyball coach, said overall, it was a successful year.
