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News Briefs, Sept. 4
A local organization is gauging interest in a downtown facade project, looking for property owners in the downtown area interested in restoring the historic facades and possibly neon signage to their buildings. Those interested may submit their contact information to the Cassville Democrat at 417-847-2610, or by email at ktroutman@cassville-democrat.com.
‘Cuing up summer fun for 66th year
Stormy Lyons, 11, of Pioneer, smiles as she is spun around and upside down on one of the free rides at the Wheaton BBQ on Saturday.
Siblings charged for altercation where child was shot
A brother and sister are facing five felony charges each relating to an alleged assault in the Cassville area on Aug. 6 where a juvenile sustained injures from a shotgun as a result of the incident.
Governor signs copies of ‘Sludge Bill’
Missouri Gov. Mike Parson greeted about 150 McDonald and Newton County residents, including students from McDonald County schools, at a ceremonial signing of House Bill 2134/1956 at the Pineville Community Center on Aug. 21.
Be wheel with yourself!
A hidden gem of the outdoor recreation world nestled in the curves of Highway 86 in Eagle Rock is celebrating completing its first year in business. Bicycle 86 & Fishing Tackle opened in August 2023, offering an extensive selection of pedal and electric bicycles, as well as fishing tackle and collectibles.
Gaming machine theft leads to charges
A Shell Knob woman and Cassville woman are each facing felony charges for allegedly stealing more than $2,500 from a gaming machine at a local gas station. Marti McNabb, born 1994, of Shell Knob, and Jacqueline McNabb, born 1973, of Cassville, are both charged with felony stealing.
MU Extension announces Tri-County Economic Summit
The University of Missouri (MU) Extension has announced a Regional Economic Development Summit for Barry, Dade and Lawrence counties on Sept. 3 at the Southwest Research, Extension and Education Center in Mt. Vernon.
Eric Lee Hahn fund carries on diver’s legacy
Endowment will spread diver’s love of exploration to new generations Nestled in the Ozark hills near Cassville, Roaring River State Park is home to one of the deepest underwater cave systems in the country. For decades, divers have tried to chart the vast caverns of Roaring River Spring, which, according to the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, pumps 20 million gallons of turquoise, 57-degree water into the river every day.
Denali plans expansion in Missouri, Arkansas
Waste-management companies Synagro and Denali Water Solutions are switching it up. According to an Aug.
Barry County Sheriff’s Office calls for service and reports taken, Aug. 19-25
Aug. 19-25 The Barry County Sheriff's Office responded to 214 calls for service for the week of Aug.
