Stories from Wednesday, March 25, 2020

The Barry County Commission and the Barry County Health Department have each made an emergency declaration, aiming to slow the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus) with multiple cases in adjacent counties, as well as prepare for the need for any state or federal assistance...

About 25-30 school district leaders in Barry, Lawrence and Newton counties met via conference call Wednesday morning to review their responses to COVID-19 (coronavirus). Richard Asbill, Cassville superintendent, said due to Greene and Christian county schools extending their wellness breaks through April 24, local districts are reevaluating...

Dear Editor: Congratulations on your March 18 issue.  I found Kyle Troutman’s article on the front page very helpful (Cancellations rack up amid COVID-19).  Then on page 4, Lisa Craft’s community must be family in these times is something everyone should read — more than once. ...

This election season brings to mind a couple of personalities out of the past that were just about as opposite politically as they could be, but that didn’t keep them from being the best of friends. Both were capable gardeners and could most always during the growing season be found comparing their results and throwing brags at each other...

The Wheaton boys and girls landed six combined players on the Ozark 7 All-Conference basketball teams.

The Ozark 7 Conference named its top basketball players last week with the release of its All-Conference squads. Local schools picking up honors include: • Exeter: Lindsey Nelson, Corey Hilburn and Kris Allen • Wheaton: Zoie Simpson, Lily Ray, Monica Hinojosa, Allison Whitman, Chad Meyer and Jack Mitchell...

Carolyn S. Brattin, 77, of Cassville, passed away Friday, March 20, 2020, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield. She was born May 9, 1942, in Stella, the daughter of Argyle and Geneva (Smith) Haynes. On May 27, 1960, she was united in marriage to Charles R. Brattin, who survives...

Vicki Kay Cornman, 74, of Jenkins, passed away Thursday, March 19, 2020, at Landmark Hospital in Joplin. She was born March 12, 1946, the daughter of Victor Kenneth and Eunice (Henderson) Jones. On Dec. 29, 1964, in Joplin, she was united in marriage to Walter Leslie Cornman, who preceded her in death on Dec. 2, 2018. Also preceding her in death were her parents and two brothers...

Eddie Douglas Hill, 58, of Aurora, passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2020, in Monett. He was born June 5, 1961, in Corning, Ark., the son of John and Mildred (Mayville) Hill. He was united in marriage to Samantha Klewer, who survives. Additional survivors include: three sons, Josh Hill of Pleasant Hill, Logan Hill of Purdy, and Douglas Hill of Arkansas; two daughters, Thea Hill and Misty Hill both of Arkansas; three stepsons, Brian Jasso of Pierce City, Jeremy Jasso of Kimberling City, and Brandon Jasso of Pleasant Hills; four brothers, Earl Hill, Jimmy Hill, Teddy Hill and Johnny Hill; and two sisters, Ruby Hill and Mary Jane Keaton.. ...

Terry Lee Luney, 74, of Eagle Rock, passed away Thursday, March 19, 2020, at his home. He was born April 23, 1945, the son of Marjorie Luney. On April 22, 1996, he was united in marriage to Linda Howerton, who survives. Additional survivors include: his mother, Marjorie of Eagle Rock; four sons, Jamie Chambers of Galena, David Chambers of Savannah, Ga., Gary Atkinson of Aurora, and Donnie Atkinson of Sarcoxie; three daughters, Tina Luney and Terrie Luney both of Aurora, and Sheila Sane of Joplin; and several grandchildren and great grandchildren.. ...

Albert Leon “Buster” Roller, 65, of Seligman, passed away Monday, March 16, 2020, at his home. He was born Jan. 9, 1955, in Wheaton, the son of Glen and Patsy (Stewart) Roller. On Aug. 14, 1978, he was united in marriage to Debbie Hayworth, who survives...

• Christopher G. Nickle, Cassville, possession of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid, misd. D, $200 and court costs. • Donald Eugene O’Brien, Shell Knob, speeding, misd. C, $70.50 and court costs. • Jonathan Perez-Mejia, Monett, speeding, misd. C, SIS, one year unsupervised probation and court costs...

Meet Brett, the Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week.

A passenger on a large jet was observed acting strangely. He looked at the magazine in the seat back pouch and whispered, “Wonderful!” He stroked the fabric of his seat cushion and repeated that word, “wonderful!” He looked out the window and said, “Wonderful!” He looked at the Hostess, and uttered, “Wonderful!”...

The Cassville school district has announced screening dates for Kinder Academy and kindergarten have been postponed The Cassville High School Alumni Association will hold its annual Alumni Banquet on May 23 in the commons area of CHS high school. Doors will open at 4:30 p.m. Dues are $15 to cover dinner and a scholarship donation. Any class holding a reunion may contact Kay Baker at 417-847-4219 to reserve tables. All CHS graduates are invited to attend...

The city of Seligman has been approached with the idea of opening a rodeo inside the city limits, which brings concerns to the council on the topic. Brian Nichols, Seligman city clerk, said a group of individuals inquired about the idea, which has been discussed at city council meetings and planning and zoning meetings over the last couple of months...

Cassville Heights is gearing up to expand by 32 units with its $1 million Phase 2 development project. “The project could start as soon as fall 2020,” said Steve Walensky, Cassville city administrator. “But, building projects are dependent on so many factors, including the current concern of COVID-19.”...

Sater Pharmacy in Cassville and Plaza Pharmacy in Shell Knob, which have the same owner, pulled resources together to help the fight against COVID-19 in a big way. The pharmacies donated 1,000 Hydroxychloroquine tablets to Cox Hospital in Springfield to aid in the treatment of COVID-19...

Kevin Lingle uses the Protexus Px300ES sprayer to help disinfect areas on Cassville campus to prepare for students to return from the wellness break.