Barry County

Training for the unexpected: BEC conducts mock mayday drill
According to Barry Electric, safety isn't just a policy — it's a promise the cooperative makes every day.

Ozark Chinquapin Foundation holds 2026 Public Meeting
The Ozark Chinquapin Foundation held its 2026 Public at Roaring River State Park on Aug. 8.
News Briefs, Aug. 26
The last day to register to vote in the Nov. 3 General Election is Oct. 7. People may register to vote at the County Clerk’s Office or the Monett Chamber of Commerce.

Publisher’s View — Kyle Troutman: Memories incoming
Beyond the weeks of school supply and clothes shopping, making sure all needs are met before school begins, there is always one event that signals the first day of a new year is just around the corner.

Community Voices — Jon Horner: The sounds of August
There is something about the sounds of August that can take a person back in time.

Through the Years, Aug. 26
30 YEARS AGO — RIDING THE RING AT RECESS: Shannon Bond and Shelly Jones, both first grade students at Cassville, seem to be enjoying recess during their first full week of school.

Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Aug. 26
Hi, I’m Pamela — a precious 2-month-old grey and black domestic longhair kitten ready to steal your heart! I’m already litter box trained, which means you can skip the messy part and jump straight to the fun.

Cassville Women’s Invitational well-attended
Janie Watson, of Cassville, sends a tee shot toward the green during action at the Cassville Women's Invitational at the Cassville Golf Club on Thursday. Kyle Troutman/[email protected]
DNR selects firm to deliver Home Energy Rebates Program
The Missouri Department of Natural Resources is partnering with the Environmental Improvement and Energy Resources Authority and BDO Government Services to deliver the Home Owner Managing Energy Savings Program and the High-Efficiency Electric Home Rebate Program to Missouri citizens.

Families find fun at Roaring River
Cole Vaughn, of Alma, Ark., helps his daughter, AnaLee Vaughn, 7, fish for trout during Family Fishing Day at Roaring River State Park on Saturday. Formerly the second Kids' Fishing Day of the year, Family Fishing Day allowed everyone in the family to fish together, instead of an area marked off only for children to fish. Kids' tags were free, and multiple booths and activities were set up around Zone 1.




