News Staff
How can we make the most of this holiday season?
Given the feelings of unease that often punctuate our daily lives in many areas, the holiday season provides an opportunity for us not only to celebrate, but to discover lasting meaning that could carry us to new heights of understanding and rejuvenation.
Bill Hodgson: The season of Advent
In many places, groups of Christians observe seasons of the year as they correspond to events in salvation history or in the life of Christ. In many places, the beginning of a Christian year would be marked by a season commemorating the coming of Christ, called Advent.
Ellen May White
Ellen May White, 80, of Eagle Rock, Mo. passed away on Sunday, November 12, 2023, at her home surrounded by friends.
Carla Lanelle “Nellie” Eden
Carla Lanelle “Nellie” Eden, 69, of Shell Knob, Mo. passed away Friday, November 24, 2023, at Aurora Nursing Center in Aurora, Mo.
Douglas Lin “Doug” Oxford
Douglas Lin “Doug” Oxford, 59, of Seligman, Mo. passed away Monday, November 20, 2023, at home.
Lisa Lea Hayworth
Lisa Lea Hayworth, 58, of Bella Vista, Ark. passed away Friday, November 24, 2023, at her home.
Patricia Jeanne Perriman
Patricia Jeanne Perriman, 74, of Cassville, Mo. passed away Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at Cox Medical Center South in Springfield, Mo.
Cosper tapped for middle school principal
The Cassville R-IV School District has selected Wildcat alumna and current Cassville Middle School (CMS) Assistant Principal Samantha Cosper to serve as the next principal at CMS. Cosper will assume her role as principal beginning July 1, 2024.
Michael Brian Hatton
Michael Brian Hatton, 64, of Joplin, Mo. passed away Monday, November 20, 2023, at NHC HealthCare Joplin in Joplin, Mo.
CS Bank’s Manley receives award
Jason Tennant, president and chief lending officer at CS Bank, is pleased to announce Mickey Belle Manley has been selected by the Arkansas Bankers Association to receive the Bill Holmes Leadership Award, in honor of former ABA President Bill Holmes (1949-2018). This prestigious distinction recognizes outstanding leadership among the emerging leaders in Arkansas banking.
