Lifestyle
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Feb. 4
Koda is an Australian Shepherd/Chow Chow mix. His date of birth is Dec. 30, 2017. He is smart, goofy and protective of the ones he loves.
Through the Years, Jan. 28
50 YEARS AGO: AND SOON THERE WILL BE TWO — This telephoto shows work in progress in putting a new 150,000-gallon water tower in place for Cassville. The tower will be used by contractors to hoist sections of the water storage facility into place.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Jan. 28
Meet Rolly! She is a beautiful pit mix. Her date of birth is Sept. 16, 2025. Rolly was abandoned with her two siblings, but they are hoping to find their forever people soon.
Barry County Health Corner: Safe sleep program available
The Barry County Health Department hosts free safe sleep education sessions for new and expecting parents and caregivers. These events provide hands-on demonstrations, expert guidance, and even free portable cribs for families in need that meet certain requirements.
Students supporting students
Cassville High School Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) recently demonstrated the power of compassion and community by raising $1,700 to support fellow CHS student Cooper Hendrix, who is preparing for an upcoming kidney transplant. SADD members organized and hosted a Color Fun Run in October, with all proceeds from participant registration and donations going directly to Hendrix and his family to help offset medical expenses related to the transplant.
Bright Futures gets winter clothing from Amazon
The Cassville R-IV Bright Futures program has been selected as a recipient of the Amazon Together We Give program.
New crochet class at Cassville High School
A new crochet class has started during engage hour in the high school library, taught by student Emma Bowling. Bowling often crochets during the school day, and when asked if she’d be willing to teach others, she jumped right in. The group meets once a week during the second half of engage.
Through the Years, Jan. 21
30 YEARS AGO — HONORED FOR LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AND COMMUNITY SERVICE — A highlight of this weekend's annual Cassville Chamber of Commerce banquet was the awarding of the organization's Community Service and Lifetime Achievement Awards.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Jan. 21
Meet Mary Kay! Mary Kay came to us with 8 puppies, and she has been a great mom, but her puppy raising days are behind her. She is looking for a loving home.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Jan. 14
Meet the dynamic Delton! This gorgeous guy is a Collie/Great Pyrenees mix. His date of birth is Sept. 25, 2025. This energetic boy is ready for lots of cuddles, fun and play in his forever home.
