Barry County
Through the Years, April 30
40 YEARS AGO: FOR ALL TO SEE — A mother Robin built her nest on the edge of Cassville for all passing the four-way east of town to see. Installed last week, the nesting bird didn’t seem concerned about passing traffic, even the breezes often generated by large trucks. Perched atop a road sign just south of the intersection, the bird remains in place this week, going about the business of getting her eggs hatched.
Jig On the Water, April 27
Roaring River is running at 152 CFS, much better now, but is still very murky. Powerbait is still catching lots of trout. We are using 1/4-ounce egg sinkers to keep the bait on the bottom.
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.
Greg Armstrong: Channeling the heroism of Jerusalem wall-builder Nehemiah
Have you ever told someone, “You should be more like Nehemiah!” Maybe you should start!
Trojans charging way through challenging season
After three seasons at .500 or better, the Southwest baseball team has found wins tough to come by in 2025, as it is rebuilding after graduating seven seniors last year.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, April 30
Diana is a Blue Heeler Cattle Dog looking for her forever home. She is incredibly sweet and is good with cats and dogs. She weighs 46 pounds and her date of birth if April 20, 2024.
Sheila Harris: Scope for the imagination
I’ve lived in the Ozarks for over 50 years, but until recently, I knew very little about the karst underlayment below us, nor, to be honest, was I even familiar with the word “karst.”
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.
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.
