Cassville

Author ent-ARR-tains on Family Night
Author Izzy B, dressed as a pirate, speaks to the audience during a Title I Family Night stage presentation Thursday, featuring animated produce characters projected behind him that will be characters in his soon-to-be-released book.
Sales tax income rises in February
Sales tax revenues to Barry County cities and county bodies showed continued growth in February, though not all the totals showed across the board increases.
New topics to be detailed at ‘Let’s Get Growing’
Barry County Master Gardeners will host the annual “Let’s Get Growing” spring workshop on March 21 in Cassville, starting at 9 a.m.
Weather Service urges Barry County residents to prepare for spring storms
With spring approaching in the Ozarks, meteorologists are urging residents in Barry County and surrounding areas to review severe weather safety plans as the region enters one of its most active storm seasons.

Staff promotions announced at Security Bank of Southwest Missouri
Security Bank of Southwest Missouri has announced several staff promotions, recognizing the experience, dedication, and leadership of team members across multiple departments, a bank press release said..

Community Voices — Terry Held: The radical spirit of Cassville
The word radical has become a strange word in modern America. Turn on the television or scroll through social media, and it is usually used as an accusation. A radical is someone unreasonable. Someone extreme. Someone bent on tearing things down.

Through the Years, March 11
30 YEARS AGO: FAMILY WELCOMES JOSH BACK WITH LOVING ARMS — Josh Carlisle Coffey was in good condition Monday at Cox Medical Center-South in Springfield after being lost in the woods for 72 hours in extreme conditions. He has since been released from the hospital. During a reunion with his family, Josh smiled, laughed and told stories. Pictured from left are Rex Owens, Josh’s grandfather from Monett; Lynn Coffey; mother Johnny Sue Coffey; Josh; and sisters Rawn and Gerri Netzer. Not pictured is Josh’s oldest sister, Missy Reeves, who was away from the hospital room when the photo was taken. Cassville Democrat file photo

Knowledge Bowl teams compete in Big 8
Cassville Middle School and High School Knowledge Bowl teams recently competed in the Big 8 Conference Tournament that was held at Monett High School. Both teams are led by Mrs. Lisa Reid, Knowledge Bowl Coach. The CHS team finished in second place. Freshmen Jonah Cupps earned second place individual overall and Hale Cox finished in 15th place individual overall. The CMS team earned a third-place finish, and San Junior placed second individual overall. The high school team, top, includes, front row, from left: Jacie Hudson, Shelby Knoefler, Cohen Adams and Roxanne Tilford. Back row: Cooper Phillips, Jonah Cupps and Hale Cox. Not pictured: Daniel Sledden. The middle school team, bottom, includes, front row, from left: Max Fields, San Junior, Jace Hayworth and Carly Odom. Back row: Kaizen Haney, Avalynn Press and Elise Remenar. Not pictured: Jenson Ritchie. Contributed photos
Delta Dental expands Land of Smiles
Establishing strong oral health habits in life is essential. Nearly 25% of children ages 2-5 have cavities, even though tooth decay is preventable.

3 Cassville students enlist
Three Cassville High School students have enlisted to serve in the military.




