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Barry County Health Corner: What your child’s blood lead test means
The blood lead test tells you how much lead is in your child’s blood.
Through the Years, March 4
40 YEARS AGO: AT THE FINISH LINE — Cassville Cub Scouts Jeff Crumpler and Lane Truman are shown watching their Pinewood Derby entries finish a heat.
Craig promoted at Security Bank of Southwest Missouri
At Security Bank of Southwest Missouri, customers depend on clear systems, trusted leadership and a team that shows up ready to serve, said Jon Horner, bank CEO.
Hughes, McCullah awarded scholarships
The Cassville Board of Education has selected Misty Hughes and Cindy McCullah for the 2026 Board of Education Scholarships. The $2,500 scholarships are awarded annually to two teachers in the Cassville School District who exhibit exemplary performance and a commitment to continued professional growth. Hughes joined the Cassville teaching staff this school year as a special education teacher. She plans to pursue her master’s degree in special education. McCullah is the middle school art teacher and has served the district in that role for the past eight years. She is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Education Technology and Instructional Design (K-12) through Western Governors University and plans to complete her studies this Spring. In addition to teaching art, McCullah also serves as a member of the district’s transportation team. Board of Education Scholarships must be used to further educational pursuits and should be in the area of certification or teaching field. From left: Hughes, Board Member Jill LeCompte and McCullah. Contributed photo
Through the Years, Feb. 25
30 YEARS AGO —A LOT OF STOCKING GOING ON: The hatchery staff at Roaring River State Park is busy stocking the stream with trout in preparation for Friday's opener. In the photo above, Hatchery Manager Jerry Dean, on the left, and Assistant Hatchery Manager Tom Whelan are shown stocking one of the main fishing holes along the stream. Dean said his crews would stock at least 5,500 12-inch rainbow trout and 25 lunkers. He estimates that there are approximately 1,900 14-inch trout and 113 lunkers left in the stream from the winter catch and release program. Based on these numbers, fishermen can expect about 228 fish in each of Roaring River's 33 fishing holes. Over 2,500 anglers are expected streamside on March 1. Cassville Democrat file photo
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Feb. 25
Have you ever seen such an adorable face? Temperance is a shepherd mix with an estimated date of birth of Sept. 15, 2025.
Through the Years, Feb. 18
30 YEARS AGO — GREENWAY UNDERWAY — The Greenway project is underway along the shores of Flat Creek in Cassville. Les Chapman and Donnie Shelley of Chapman Construction Company prepare a portion of the trail for concrete.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Feb. 18
Tatum is a small mixed breed. Her date of birth is Jan. 21, 2025. She weighs 25 pounds. She gives snuggles and loves.
Purdy FBLA continues success under new leadership
Under new leadership this year, the Purdy FBLA programs continued its legacy of success at the District Leadership Conference on Feb. 5, producing 15 first-place winners, 45 medalists and 29 qualifiers for the FBLA State Leadership Conference in April. Melanie Grossman, who brings with her 26 years of success in business education and FBLA leadership from Cassville and East Newton, came out of retirement in August of 2025 to step into the program sponsor role following the retirement of Kay Wright in May 2025.
Through the Years, Feb. 11
50 YEARS AGO: IT'S GETTING READY TIME — The ardent type fly fisherman ties his own lures, and this is the time to make sure the favorite type is in ample supply. Jim Rogers, concessionaire at Roaring River State Park, furnished this example in preparation for opening activities March 1.
