Cassville
2 fires Friday in Cassville
The Cassville Fire Protection District responded to a pair of structure fires back-to-back on Friday.

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.
News briefs, Aug. 26
A Barry County family is receiving community support after Gracie Patton, of Purdy, was seriously injured in a 4-wheeler accident and now requires around-the-clock care.

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 — Merlyn Johnson: New year always special
There is something special about the beginning of a new school year.

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.

Strong core returns from Final Four run
After a memorable and historic season that built excitement around the Cassville softball program, Coach Jordan Savage said the Lady Wildcats enter this fall’s campaign with momentum, experience and a determination to keep improving.

Veterans lead Lady Wildcats into new season at the net
Cassville volleyball enters the 2026 season with a veteran core, a growing program and expectations of making a deeper postseason run.

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]




