JAMES KIRK HAMPEL

James Kirk “Jim” Hampel, 61, of Aurora, passed away Wednesday, June 1, 2022, near Jenkins. He was born Feb.
Roaring River dive team preps for camera
Telepictures, of Bentonville, Ark., put the KISS team’s only female diver, Gayle Orner, in the spotlight first.
LeCompte to compete at Nationals

Jillian LeCompte will travel to Louisville, Kentucky in June to compete in the 2022 National Speech and Debate Tournament along with 6,000 other students representing 1,500 school districts across the country.
SHIRLEY “JOANN” BEESON

Shirley “Joann” Beeson, 87, of Monett, passed away Monday, May 30, 2022, at her home. She was born in Butterfield, on March 15, 1935, to Luther and Dorthy (Boyd) Roller.
Southwest grad now CFO of O’Reilly
O’Reilly Automotive, Inc. announced that Jeremy Fletcher, the Company’s Senior Vice President of Finance and Controller, has been promoted to the position of Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.
Les Jacobs recognized for 25 years of service

Les Jacobs was recently recognized by representatives from Ford Motor Company for his 25 years of service. From left: Tom Evans, Jacobs, Ann Tummons and Chris Psomas..
ANNA MAE VINEY

Anna Mae Viney, 91, of Purdy, passed away Tuesday, May 31, 2022 at her home. She was born Nov.
Wildcat Youth Camp held

The 2022 Cassville Football Youth Camp was put on by the high school and middle school coaches and high school football players. More than 100 youth participated in the camp. The shirt sponsor was Marck Recycling. Contributed photo
Barry County Fair Board announces fair dates
The Barry County Fair Board has announced the 2022 dates and exhibits. The Barry County fair will be held June 25, in Butterfield.
Three indicted for large-scale meth conspiracy
Three defendants have indicted by a federal grand jury for their roles in an alleged conspiracy to distribute large amounts of methamphetamine in south west Missouri after law enforcement officers seized approximately 29 pounds of methamphetamine.