Barry County
Scoreboard, April 9
The Cassville baseball team (3-3-1) picked up a pair of wins in three tries last week. The Wildcats defeated Purdy, 4-0, at home, then fell to Logan-Rogersville, 6-2, on the road, before ending the week with a 9-4 away win over Marionville.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week
Oregano would love to find his forever home soon. He has been in the shelter for nine months and all of his siblings have found their homes.
JAG lends hands at Community Garden
Partnership accelerated planting schedule for greater harvest
2 charged with murder
Two Barry County residents are facing first-degree murder charges, among other felonies, with each blaming the other for the shooting death of Marvin Lance McCullough, whose body was found in the trunk of a burned vehicle at a towing facility in Shell Knob.
Morgan Williams: The lifeline of small communities — The vital role of tourism and shopping local
In many small towns and rural communities, tourism is more than just an industry — it is a lifeline that fuels local economies, preserves culture, and fosters community development.
Through the Years, April 2
40 YEARS AGO: AND, THEY ARE OFF TO HUNT— One age group of Easter egg hunters had just received the ‘go’ signal Saturday by Cassville FHA members when this photo was snapped.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, April 2
Valens is a friendly, gorgeous gray domestic longhair cat looking for his forever home. His date of birth is May 10, 2023. He does require sensitive stomach cat food. Come out to the Haven and meet Valens and his friends today.
Purdy aldermen review unsightly property options
The Purdy City Council discussed property maintenance and hiring a collection agency to address overdue utility bills during its March 12 meeting.
When things fall apart
God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.
Jig On the Water
On Sunday morning, Roaring River’s CFS was at 30, so still low and clear. We caught ‘em on caddis, crackle backs, para Adams and blue wing olives all week.
