Timothy Tschram
3 Cassville events medal at state
The Cassville boys and girls track and field teams took a total of 13 athletes to the Class 3 State Championship Friday and Saturday, and six returned with All-State honors. Bradan Dickinson led the field with a third-place finish in shot put, throwing for 16.44 meters (53-11.25) to set a new school record.
Bob Mitchell: Washboards, wringers were once Monday chores
Back in the days of washboards and wringer washers Monday washdays were not as quick or convenient as they are today, with computer-driven appliances such as the washers and dryers on the market these days.
CCTA celebrates Cassville staff
Before leaving campus for summer break, the Cassville Community Teachers Association (CCTA) celebrated the end of the school year with its annual awards and recognition for Cassville staff. During the celebration, several staff members were recognized for their accomplishments. Becky Haynes was awarded Middle School/High School Teacher of the Year. New Quarter Century Club members Priscilla Craig and Lisa Hoffman were also recognized. Contributed photo
138 Wildcats walk
A total of 138 Cassville seniors turned their tassels on Sunday, celebrating on the track with confetti cannons and silly string. Kyle Troutman/editor@cassville-democrat.com Some families get more animated than others at graduations, such as the family of Kairi Berry, who brought a striking visual to the celebration.
Purdy falls to Marionville in district championship
Two state-ranked teams rarely play for a district championship, but that was the case Wednesday when Class 2 No. 6 Purdy took on No.
Kyle Troutman: The cost of summer fun
Summer is coming, and gas prices have been hotter than the weather. The national average per gallon at the pump is the highest it has ever been at $4.56, which thankfully is 57 cents higher than the gas station nearest me as I write this.
ALMON MONROE WILLIAMS
Almon Monroe Williams, Jr., 80, of Springfield, passed away Thursday, May 5, 2022, in Cox South, Hospital in Springfield. He was the son of Monroe and Maxine Holman Williams, of Cassville.
Wheaton launches $2.7 million tornado shelter
In 2016, the Wheaton taxpayers approved a $1 million bond issue for a FEMA shelter to be built on district property. Originally, the district aimed to build a practice facility or gymnasium that would replace the current gymnasium that would double as a tornado shelter for area students and residents.
Trojans receive diplomas
Southwest High School co-salutatorian, Amy Reeves, delivered a memorable address at Thursday night’s commencement ceremony in the high school gym. Sheila Harris/Special to the Cassville Democrat Southwest High School valedictorian, Natalie Johnson, inspired her classmates with a stirring motivational address at Thursday night’s commencement ceremony in the high school gym.
Rock ’n Roll, it’s summer school
After the goodbyes on the last day of school, and a brief break from pencils and crayons, some students head back to the classroom for a few weeks of summer school. Cassville Cassville’s last day of school is Thursday, with a release at 1 p.m.
