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Corporal punishment policies vary locally
The Cassville school district’s revival of corporal punishment by paddle has sparked international reaction, but corporal punishment in Missouri — especially in Barry County and southern Lawrence County — is more often authorized than prohibited. In the eight local districts covered by CherryRoad Media newspapers, five, now including Cassville, have policies that allow for corporal punishment.
Cassville Pantry highlights hunger advocacy
September is National Hunger Action Month, and there has never been a more critical time to advocate for the persons across the nation and within the Cassville community who are struggling with the issue of food insecurity.
Local districts see small decrease in first day numbers
Once again, students showed up for the first day of school last week. New shoes, backpacks and even some new faces filled the halls and classrooms as students were welcomed by teachers and staff for the 2022-2023 school year.
Cassville student count up 27
Pencils sharpened and backpacks on, students filed into the Cassville building and classrooms on Aug. 23 for the first day of school.
Sewer project moving along
The city of Wheaton has been working toward a sewer project and has secured funding to move forward.
Veterans to fish for free at Roaring River State Park Sept. 17
The Missouri Department of Conservation and the Missouri Department of Natural Resources’ Division of State Parks invite veterans and those currently in active military service to fish for free on Sept. 17 at Roaring River State Park’s Veterans’ Fishing Day.
12 divers part spring water
Special to the Cassville Democrat A large group of divers affiliated with KISS Rebreathers were on hand Aug. 19 for the team’s first dive of the month into Roaring River Spring.
Wierman turns page on Democrat
For more than 50 years – and through three major editor changes – Darlene Wierman has been the face of the Cassville Democrat.
All that will change Wednesday, as Wierman has decided to retire.
Hired under Owner/Editor Bob Mitchell, Wierman’s career has been marked by her tireless work ethic and her friend-to-all personality.
Sliding into fall
For more than 20 years Robyn and Artie Cole have offered a spooky, fun and frightening adventure for families to enjoy. The Exeter Corn Maze will soon open for the season with even more to offer their guests.
8 ball, corner pocket
Earlier this year, Jarrod Henbest and JD Hunter found themselves with nothing to do. After traveling to a casino and believing they wasted their money, the duo decided to take action.
