Barry County
Progress continues at Generations Project
Jessica O'Conner, of Cassville, folds a long sleeved shirt to be given away in the clothing room at the Generations Project facility. Kyle Troutman/[email protected]
Stolen vehicle flees, wrecks in Barry County
Two Neosho residents and a Granby resident were arrested on Thursday after allegedly fleeing from a Missouri State Trooper in a stolen vehicle and wrecking in Barry County.
Jail inmate allegedly uses Bible to damage door
An Anderson man is facing a felony charge after allegedly attempting to damage the hinges on a door in the Barry County jail.
Homeschool youth SHINE in cooperative
A homeschool cooperative formed by local parents has grown steadily in recent years, providing educational classes, social opportunities and community support for families across Barry County and neighboring areas.
Man dies in wreck south of Aurora
A Miller resident died in a single-vehicle wreck at about 2:50 p.m. on Jan. 4 on Highway 39, approximately 10 miles south of Aurora.
Sales tax leaves mixed bag to end 2025
Sales tax revenues to the bi-county area ended 2025 on an unusually low note.
News Briefs, Jan. 14
The following events will be held at the Cassville Branch Library: Thursday, Move ‘N’ Groove Low Impact Exercise, 11 a.m., signup requested, STEAM Club (ages 6-12), 3:30 p.m....
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Jan. 14
Meet the dynamic Delton! This gorgeous guy is a Collie/Great Pyrenees mix. His date of birth is Sept. 25, 2025. This energetic boy is ready for lots of cuddles, fun and play in his forever home.
Through the Years, Jan. 14
40 YEARS AGO: THIS CAME TO AN END — There won’t be any more of this type of activity, at least this week. For the past couple of weeks, temperatures in the 50s, 60s and even climbing into the 70s brought out sun worshippers, golfers, gardeners, fishermen and women who enjoyed all of the above. Wednesday morning’s drop into the 30s removed all desire for outside activities, at least temporarily. These two mothers and their youngsters were enjoying the outdoors at Roaring River State Park last week.
Fire destroys home near Wheaton
A home near Wheaton was a total loss following a fire on Jan. 5, with one resident of the home suffering injuries.
