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Dana Dale Haubein
Dana Dale Haubein, 82, of Shell Knob, Mo., passed away on April 18, 2025, at Cox Hospital in Monett,
Jackie Lee Flaxbeard
Jackie Lee Flaxbeard, 81, of Kearney, Mo. passed away Sunday, April 13, 2025, at his home.
Marguriett Faye Evans
Marguriett Faye Evans, age 89, of Cassville, Missouri passed away Saturday, April 12, 2025 at Circle of Life Hospice in Bentonville, Arkansas.
Shiveley thanked for 13 years of mayoral service to city
Former Cassville Mayor Bill Shiveley speaks with former State Sen. David Sater, right, and his wife, Sharon Sater, during his retirement party on April 15 at the Family Life Center in Cassville. Shiveley’s last day as mayor was on April 14, handing over the city gavel to newly elected Mayor Jon Horner. Shiveley served as Cassville mayor from 2012-2025.
Purdy school board reorganizes following election
The Purdy school board reorganized at its April meeting and reviewed recent facilities needs.
County passes SB190 ordinance
Following the April 8 General Municipal Election vote — with 91% in favor — the Barry County Commission passed an ordinance Monday enacting Senate Bill 190, which offers a property tax freeze for seniors 62-and-over.
Vital ICE app now available to Barry County residents
Barry County residents may now download and sign up for the Vital ICE (In Case of Emergency) app, which may help first responders and hospital staff better assess and treat residents in cases of emergency.
Purdy schools extends contracts, hires staff
The Purdy school board filled staffing posts for the coming year and reviewed facili ty needs during its February meeting.
Sales tax income surges in May
For second year, Cassville’s general fund rises by $34,000 After several months of flat or declining sales tax disbursements, May provided the traditional shot in the arm to local city and county governments, erasing much of the red ink incurred…
Fine arts students perform at annual assembly
Cassville’s Diego Haros plays trombone with the marching band during a performance at the fine arts assembly on March 20.
