News
Man charged for shooting
A Shell Knob man is being held in the Barry County jail on four felony charges after allegedly shooting a victim during an altercation.
Purdy school board reviews state law action
There was both good news and bad news at the Purdy school board meeting in May as district leaders try to navigate uncertain financial waters.
Exeter woman charged with setting trailer ablaze
An Exeter woman had been charged with two felonies after allegedly setting a trailer home on fire while a person was sleeping inside.
Cassville man dies in sidewipe wreck
A Cassville man died in a wreck at 8:20 p.m. on May 25 on Farm Road 2020, one mile south of Cassville.
85-year-old injured in ATV wreck
A Washburn man was injured in a wreck at 2 p.m. on May 26 on Farm Road 1040, two miles west of Washburn.
News Briefs, June 3
The City of Cassville’s water quality report for the year 2025 is now available online at https://dnrservices.mo.gov/ccr/MO5010144.pdf.
Check it out!
Nicole Sutphin, assistant supervisor and youth services director at the Cassville Branch Library checks out a young patron at the library on Friday.
A fresh take on history
Renovations to the Barry County Courthouse's courtroom included the reopening of the balcony, decorated patriotically to give a historical feel.
Public meeting for Cassville sludge tank set
The Missouri Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host an in-person public meeting on June 25 from 12:30-2:30 p.m. in response to requests and concerns about the proposed operation of sludge storage tanks in Barry, Hickory and Newton Counties, including one tank that will be located two miles north of Cassville.
Trout Fest on tap!
Families, anglers and visitors from across the region are invited to gather in Cassville on June 5-6 for the return of Trout Fest, a weekend celebration focused on community, outdoor recreation and family-friendly entertainment.
