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Adella Jane Horner
Adella Jane Horner, age 90, of Cassville, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, July 16, 2023, at Circle of Life Hospice in Bentonville, Arkansas. Adella, daughter of Willie and Mabel (Webb) Gowen, was born on July 17, 1933, in Seligman. When she was born, the doctor proclaimed she was the prettiest baby he had ever seen. She was a lifetime resident of Barry County, and attended school in Washburn where she was the Salutatorian of the 1951 graduating class. Following graduation, Adella went to work in Cassville for Royle Ellis as a legal secretary.
Arvest announces first ATM with Live Teller in Barry County
Arvest has announced the recent opening of the bank’s first ATM with Live Teller in Barry County, located at the Cassville branch. Located inside the lobby at 503 Main St.
Jim Erwin: Spiritual birthday celebrations
Everyone has a physical birthday; a day in which one celebrates their physical birth. When one becomes a Christian, they have a spiritual birthday.
EJ Adams: A guide to fall crops in your garden
Several years ago, during a late summer chat, a friend mentioned to me that she was planting green beans in her garden. I learned to garden from my mother, an avid gardener, and all our planting was done in the spring.
Through the Years, July 26
Aug. 1, 1973 — Although it probably won’t be reflected in tourist numbers this year, area gasoline stations continue watching the number of gallons they pump each day.
Cassville graduate awarded Olin J. Brattin scholarship
Tyra Campbell, a 2023 graduate of Cassville High School, has received the Olin J. Brattin Scholarship, administered by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks.
Trees, limbs litter highways after 70-mph gusts
A bow echo storm created damaging wind gusts in Barry County on Friday, uprooting trees and causing road blockages and home damage, especially in the Purdy and Butterfield areas. David Compton, Barry County Emergency Management director, said most of the damage was to large, mature trees, pushed over from the root ball and covering areas of Highways 97, 148, 76 and 39.
Troutman Media LLC buys Cassville Democrat building
Troutman Media LLC, which purchased the Cassville Democrat newspaper in January, hopes to revitalize its office after purchasing the building on June 7. Kyle Troutman and Jordan Troutman, managers of Troutman Media LLC, purchased the property from Barry County Properties LLC for an undisclosed amount.
Through the years, July 19
July 18, 1973 Cassville Truss Co., owned by Richard Hackett, this week observes its first year of operation. Builders of construction roof trusses and walls, the plant is located on County Farm Road in Cassville.
Solution coming for trash delays
Republic Services moves Cassville from Springfield unit to Bella Vista The city of Cassville has been dealing with ongoing trash pick-up delays, and Republic Services has presented the city council with a plan of action to solve the issue. Don Collins, area senior manager for Republic Services, addressed the council on Thursday, recognizing the shortfalls and promising a resolution.
