Barry County
Summer school students dig into learning
Sixty-five second-grade students and their teachers from Cassville summer school visited the Barry County Community Garden for a morning of hands-on activities focused on helping their community, growing food, healthy eating and the role of pollinators.
Barry County Health Corner: A bad septic system is a crappy problem
Septic systems are the unsung heroes of public health, treating wastewater for roughly one in five U.S. homes.
Man charged for shooting
A Shell Knob man is being held in the Barry County jail on four felony charges after allegedly shooting a victim during an altercation.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, June 3
Meet sweet young Muggsy. Muggsy is a mixed breed with an estimated date of birth Nov. 18, 2025.
National Nursing Home Week celebrated
Pam Hall has recently joined the team at Cassville Healthcare and Rehab as the new Administrator of the facility, which celebrated National Nursing Home Week May 11-15 with residents, families and staff. This year’s theme as an “International Cruise” to bring fun, laughter and engagement to residents throughout the week. Residents received passports, participated in themed activities, enjoyed daily “Captains Announcements,” and traveled the world through music, decorations, food and fellowship.“
News Briefs, June 3
The City of Cassville’s water quality report for the year 2025 is now available online at https://dnrservices.mo.gov/ccr/MO5010144.pdf.
Barry County Health Corner: Stay safe in the summer sun
Now that Summer is approaching and warmer weather is here, it is always important to remember how to protect yourself and practice smart sun safety. It’s not always possible to avoid sunlight completely, but there are things you can do to ensure that you are not getting too much sun when you are outdoors:
6 Retire From Southwest school district
A total of six Southwest School staffers retired last week at an end-of-the-year ceremony hosted by Superintendent Tosha Tilford.
The real graduation begins now
The caps have been tossed. The selfies have been taken. Mom, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa shed more than a few tears. And, Aunt Maggie has told you at least four times that it seems like yesterday when you were playing tee ball and playing with the dirt the whole time.
Southwest middle school track shines
The Southwest Middle School track team wrapped up a highly successful season with 28 student-athletes competing throughout the spring.
