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Cooking up a win
Purdy High School took home first place at Missouri State University’s annual Culinary Showdown on April 4, where students from across Missouri competed in a fast-paced culinary challenge that tested creativity, teamwork and technical skills.
Kid Kat, Middle School choirs sing for spring
Trinity Granger, left, and Elizabeth Whiteley, under direction of Katie Stockton, high school and middle school vocal music director and choreographer, perform “Beautiful Day/Best Day of My Life” at the Spring Vocal Concert on April 22.
3 years, one diploma
Exeter High School student Biaktha Hnem, daughter of Biak Cung and Biak Sung, has squeezed four years of instruction into a three-year career and will walk with the Class of 2025 during graduation ceremonies on May 16.
County schools collaborate to strengthen workforce development
In an effort to evaluate current job skills and strengthen workforce development in the community, educators, parents, employers, alumni, students and community members across Barry County have come together to discuss how best to prepare graduates for a successful future.
Officials sworn in: new mayor, alderman, mayor pro-tem
Cassville City Clerk Cherry Bailey, left, reads off the oath of office to officials elected in the April 8 General Municipal Election, including, from left, new Mayor Jon Horner, Alderwoman and new Mayor Pro-Tem Taylor Weaver, and returning Alderman Mike Phillips.
Wild C building gets green light
By the end of 2025, Cassville ag students will have a new facility geared toward hands-on learning.
News Briefs, April 30
The Old Church Gallery Farmers’ Market runs every Thursday from 8-11 a.m., offering farm fresh produce, eggs, jellies, relishes, baked goods, cut flowers, handmade crafts and more.
Shiveley thanked for 13 years of mayoral service to city
Former Cassville Mayor Bill Shiveley speaks with former State Sen. David Sater, right, and his wife, Sharon Sater, during his retirement party on April 15 at the Family Life Center in Cassville. Shiveley’s last day as mayor was on April 14, handing over the city gavel to newly elected Mayor Jon Horner. Shiveley served as Cassville mayor from 2012-2025.
Third person charged in McCullough murder
Charges have been filed against a third individual allegedly involved in the murder of Marvin Lance McCullough in March.
Purdy school board reorganizes following election
The Purdy school board reorganized at its April meeting and reviewed recent facilities needs.
