Lifestyle
Elementary Beta members compete at state
A total of 36 Elementary Beta members represented Cassville Intermediate School and competed in various events at the Missouri Beta Convention. Cassville club members earned five first-place awards and eight top-five awards. The following members received invitations to compete at the National Elementary Beta Convention in Nashville, Tenn., in June:
Barber becomes 1st CHS student to complete tech apprenticeship
Bentley Barber is the first Cassville High School student to complete the Registered Youth Apprenticeship program through the U.S. Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship. Serving as a Technology Intern (IT Generalist), Bentley completed 2,000 hours of on-the-job training along with required coursework.
Through the Years, April 29
30 YEARS AGO — STORMY WEATHER — One of the largest casualties of Sunday's storm was the destruction of a bridge over Flat Creek at Stubblefield Crossing.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, April 29
We are excited to introduce Burton, a handsome new addition to the Haven family. Burton is a relaxed, 80-pound boy who loves being around people and receiving affection. He is very submissive and gets along well with cats, children and other dogs. His estimated date of birth is Nov. 13, 2024.
CHS jazz band earns top honors in competitive season
The Cassville High School Jazz Band is off to a strong start in its 2026 competitive season, earning top ratings and individual honors at multiple collegiate festivals across the region.
Through the Years, April 22
30 YEARS AGO — HERE'S PIE IN YOUR EYE — Cassville fifth graders celebrated the end of a grueling Missouri Master Achievement Test week on Friday, April 19 by throwing pies. Happy youngsters looked on and cheered as several lucky students got to throw pies at their teachers. In the photo above, fifth grader Alyssa Gummert is shown giving Elementary Principal, Martha Dunnam, a pie in the face.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, April 22
Meet Tizzy. This pretty shepherd/Carolina dog weighs 70 pounds. Her est date of birth is Nov. 13, 2022. Tizzy is good with dogs and seems to be more submissive while playing. When playing with other dogs Tizzy is very high energy, and she starts off every play session with a play bow. Tizzy also loves her human interactions and gets exceptionally happy just going for a walk. If your looking for a dog that will love you and your current fur baby; this could be the one for you.
Purdy FBLA wins big at Crowder
Purdy FBLA students competed at the Crowder Business Contest on March 25 and had a very successful day, winning the Division II Sweepstakes for first time in over 10 years. Purdy also won team and individual events at the competition including firsts in computers apps, business communication, sales presentation, marketing, economics and general business.
Arvest Bank’s Million Meals Campaign Returns for 16th Year
Arvest Bank has officially launched the 16th year of its annual Million Meals campaign, a two-month effort to raise awareness and funds to fight hunger in Missouri, Arkansas, Oklahoma and Kansas.
Through the Years, April 15
50 YEARS AGO: RAINS FLUSH CREEK, CAUSE CAVE-IN — Much welcome rains, measuring up to six inches in some areas, produced many a smile in the county since it began last Friday.
