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More than 2,700 wet lines at Roaring River Saturday
Though it was not the most-attended Opening Day in Roaring River State Park history, Saturday’s annual event came close to the record, with more than 2,700 anglers casting lines on the first day of catch-and-keep trout fishing season in Missouri.
Cassville FFA takes tractors on Main
Main Street had some heavy traffic the morning of Feb. 26, as eight Cassville FFA members drove their tractors to school. Delayed by winter weather the previous week, the “Drive Your Tractor to School Day” is part of the district’s National FFA Week celebrations. Contributed photos
Roaring River recharge basin exceeds 47 square miles
Dye-tracing tests to determine the extent of Roaring River Spring’s recharge basin are complete, giving a new glimpse into the mystery of where the spring originates.
Local car dealership to close doors
After nearly three decades of service to Cassville and surrounding communities, Les Jacobs Ford announces its closure, scheduled for the end of this month.
Sales taxes rebound in February
Sales tax revenues to Barry County cities and the county logged a major rebound in February, erasing significant declines in January.
Aurora man charged with rape, sodomy
Walker being held on $100K cash bond for alleged crimes BY KYLE TROUTMAN ktroutman@cassville-democrat.com An Aurora man is facing four felony charges after allegedly committing sex acts with a minor.…
Let it blow!
Gordon Bennett, 8, of Wheaton, blows a handful of dry snow, part of the more than 7 inches fell Feb. 19-20 in Barry County.
Sale of old Purdy city hall again proposed
The Purdy City Council received a second inquiry about selling the former city hall building, prodding city leaders to revisit the question.
FEMA updating county Flood Insurance Rate Map
90-day appeal period began Feb. 19
