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6 new felonies filed in business burglary spree
A Cassville man suspected of multiple commercial burglaries is now facing six felonies and one misdemeanor in three separate cases. Jamison Jump, 20, of Cassville, is charged with stealing a motor vehicle and second degree burglary in one case; stealing a firearm, unlawful possession of a firearm and stealing $750 or more in a second case; and second-degree burglary and misdemeanor second-degree property damage.
Cassville shares in Christmas spirit
The Christmas season often brings out people who are more than willing to offer a helping hand to those who need it the most. For many reasons, the Barry County Neighborhood Center has organized program after program to help the community.
2 injured in head-on collision
Two people were injured on Dec. 7 in a wreck at 5:08 p.m.

Cassville Pantry seeks help for holiday meals
The Cassville Pantry is asking local residents with the ability to “bless your neighbor’s table” this holiday season. Janet Mills, Cassville Pantry director, said difficult times for low-income residents have become more difficult due to economic factors.

PHOTO GALLERY: Cheer spread at Wheaton Parade
Scenes from the Wheaton Christmas Parade on Saturday. Photos by Kyle Troutman

Santa sleighs through Cassville
Santa Claus was the main attraction at Saturday’s Christmas parade in Cassville, waving to crowds and even spilling secrets to some attendees about their status on the nice or naughty lists. See all the photos and some videos of the parade at: https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2022/12/04/photo-gallery-cassville-christmas-parade-2022.

Troutman Media buys Cassville Democrat
The Cassville Democrat has been corporately owned since 2004, and on Jan. 1, 2023, the 151-year-old publication will once again be locally owned.

Man injured in Hwy. 86 wreck
A Shell Knob man was injured in a wreck at 10:05 p.m. on Highway 86, one mile east of Golden.
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The Cassville United Methodist Church will host a Christmas Catana on Sunday at 6 p.m. It will include Handbells performance, soloist, children’s nativity play, and a reception.