Cassville
Hardware to hair
Carl Schell, center, with Carl Schell Construction, hands down a piece of plywood to Frank Diaz while working on the facade of Zachary Fields' building on Main Street on Monday. Under the wood was a "Hardware" sign made of single-pane glass. The former Haddock & Meador Hardware Store operated through the 1970s. Now, the building houses J&L Hair Fashion salon and Stumpff Barbershop.
County Commission has tank concerns
On July 27, the Barry County Commission adopted a written Resolution highlighting concerns the commission has about a pending operational permit for an industrial food and meat-processing-residuals storage tank to be constructed in the county.
News Briefs, Aug. 5
The Monett Historical Society will hold its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Aug. 18, at 7 p.m. in the Event Center at the Museum.
Publisher’s View — Kyle Troutman: Old news to celebrate
In the past two weeks, there have been more important topics to cover in this space than my mid-July trip to Wales, my first time across the pond for a mix of business and vacation.
Community Voices — Jon Horner: The two words that never go out of style
I recently received one of many “Thank You” cards from various members of the Class of 2026.
Through the Years, Aug. 5
40 YEARS AGO: ARTIST WHO USES GOURDS — Sighting down a line of long-handled gourds, Harold Clark of Seligman uses the know-how of raising gourds and decorating them for a business.
Harvick Farms offers fresh options
Harvick Farms — situated along State Highway 76/112, on the south edge of Cassville — shifted its business model this year to that of a community food resource.
Wildcats aiming high
The Cassville boys soccer team returns an experienced group this fall with aspirations of building on the 2025 campaign by converting more scoring chances and making a run to the district championship.
Year in Photos — Cassville boys wrestling
Publisher’s note: Throughout the summer, the Cassville Democrat will feature the best unprinted photos from each team photographed during the 2025-2026 athletics seasons. — KT
Publisher View — Kyle Troutman: See you at the polls!
In less than a week, Barry County voters will have their say on numerous local races and issues, as well as a few prominent constitutional amendments — all of which have the potential of maintaining or altering the future paths of our county and state.
