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Woman injured in wreck with tanker
A Republic woman was injured on Jan. 17 in a wreck at 8:40 a.m.
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OATS Transit offers regular transportation services for the rural general public of any age, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. Please call the local OATS Transit office at 417-8879272 or 800-770-6287 to schedule a ride or find out about services in the Barry County area.
The Show shines spotlight in Shell Knob
Crystal Wilson donned her best Paul McCartney garb as she performed “Get Back” during The Show for a crowd of about 100 at the Shell Knob school auditorium on Sunday
Elections coming for Cassville, Southwest school boards
Two local school districts will see contested elections for board of education seats, and three others will bypass the ballot box with as many filers as open positions. Contested elections will occur in the Cassville and Southwest districts, while Exeter, Wheaton and Purdy will retain a full slate with no election.
Christmas campaign record set
Freshman Logan Wingo is crowned Mr. Merry Christmas, and Gwendylan Harmon was named Miss Merry Christmas, during a ceremony at Cassville High School last week.
Memories of Hahn live on
Parents, colleagues remember youngest member of dive team Oct. 14, 2022, dawned crisp and clear – a chilly 37 degrees, with temperatures forecast to rise into the mid-70s.
Fitzpatrick highlights work as treasurer
Former Missouri State Treasurer Scott Fitzpatrick, now officially sworn in as the state auditor, has reflected on his accomplishments from his four years as State Treasurer. One of the youngest to hold an elected state office, Fitzpatrick was appointed to the treasurer position in 2018, following former treasurer Eric Schmitt’s appointment to attorney general due to Josh Hawley’s election to the senate.
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A Pesticide Applicator Training will be held at Cassville High School’s Agriculture Department. The training provides certification to obtain a Missouri Private Pesticide Applicators License for agricultural producers and will also count for recertification requirements by the state.
PHOTO GALLERY: Wheaton crowns homecoming royalty
Steven Chavis, left, and Allison Whitman were crowned Wheaton’s Homecoming King and Queen on Friday.
Eagle eyes in the skies
Desmond McIntyre, 10, of Bentonville, Ark., looks through a scope aimed at the treeline south of Roaring River State Park, hoping to see a few bald eagles flying in the area.
