Cassville
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Drew Crain, lineman with Barry electric Cooperative, attaches a snowflake light display to a telephone pole in front of the Rock Gym at Cassville schools. The annual holiday decorations were installed along Main Street on Thursday morning, with Crain receiving assistance from fellow Lineman Billy Woods.
Fire district tax passes
Voters have approved a 1/2-cent sales tax for the Cassville Volunteer Fire Protection District, an election result Chief Derek Acheson said signified the direction residents want the District to take regarding its services.
House fire caused by playing with lighter
A home was heavily damaged on Nov. 1 following a house fire that started with a juvenile and a lighter.
‘Cats mute Mountaineers, heading to the ‘Ship
For the first time since 2020, the Cassville football team has a shot at the district championship.
Kyle Troutman: Get to work, chief!
Voters in the Cassville Volunteer Fire Protection District made their voices heard on Nov. 4, approving the proposed 1/2-cent sales tax to support operations.
Major library renovations planned in Barry County
Major renovations on two Barry County libraries, including the Cassville Branch Library, have been planned for the months ahead and will require closings.
Lady Wildcats turn in 10 wins
Led by only two seniors, the Cassville volleyball team finished a youthful season with a 10-20-1 record, enjoying a district playoff win and a year of growth for the program.
Through The Years, Nov. 12
Nov. 19, 50 YEARS AGO: DAD WAS HANDY — Admitting dad had “to drag it out of the woods for me,” none the less took much glory away from Karen Pottebaum in downing a doe deer opening day.
Cassville McDonald’s honors Brooks as Outstanding Educator
Local McDonald’s of Cassville Owner/Operator Daphne Simpson, right, has recognized Alex Brooks, a dedicated educator at Cassville Intermediate school, as one of the 2025 Outstanding Educators. Simpson presented Brooks with a gift card in recognition of her exceptional commitment to students and the community. Now in its sixth year, the McDonald’s Outstanding Educator Award program celebrates teachers who demonstrate exceptional leadership, creativity, and passion in their classrooms. Each honoree receives a gift card and certificate as a token of appreciation for their hard work and positive impact on students.
Merry Christmas candidates announced
Cassville High School has announced the 2025 Merry Christmas candidates. The students are currently collecting financial donations that will support the Share Your Christmas program. Share Your Christmas is a community initiative that helps ensure children under the age of 18 get to experience the joy of Christmas. The two students who raise the most funds for Share Your Christmas will be crowned Christmas royalty. Students are collecting money through Dec. 15. Merry Christmas royalty will be crowned during the CHS Christmas Assembly on Dec. 19.
