Barry County

Road commissioners sworn in
Road district commissioners in Barry County were sworn in on Thursday during a dinner and informational meeting held at the First Christian Church in Cassville.

Publisher View — Kyle Troutman: Storm season kicking up
Storm season is upon us once again. In the past couple days, wind and hail damage has been reported all around us in the Ozarks, and close to home for some Barry County residents.

Chicken truck overturns in Seligman
A Monett man was injured in a wreck at 7:04 a.m. on April 20 on Highway 37, at the city limits of Seligman.
News Briefs, April 29
The Cassville school district is gearing up for a summer full of learning at summer school. “Traditional Seated Summer School: Launch into Learning” will be May 18 to June 12, from 7:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., offered to incoming kindergarten to current eighth grade students.

Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, April 29
We are excited to introduce Burton, a handsome new addition to the Haven family. Burton is a relaxed, 80-pound boy who loves being around people and receiving affection. He is very submissive and gets along well with cats, children and other dogs. His estimated date of birth is Nov. 13, 2024.
Wheaton ball teams thriving
The Wheaton High School Baseball and Softball teams are having a spring worth celebrating.

Wildcat Jazz sparks toe tapping at Barry Electric annual meeting
Jonah Cupps plays a clarinet solo during one of the Wildcat Jazz songs at the Barry Electric Annual Meeting on Thursday.
Malone found guilty of murdering Aspen Lewis
An Exeter man has been found guilty of four felonies — including first-degree murder — by a Jasper County jury following a three-day trial April 14-16.
Property tax freeze available to seniors
Barry County residents of all ages have been receiving a document from the collector’s office in the mail, titled “Barry County Senior Tax Credit.”
Challengers file for prosecutor, presiding commissioner
The filing period for the Aug. 4 Primary Election closed on March 31, with two local races and two state races seeing challengers.



