Cassville
County sees 68% turnout
More than 16,000 Barry County voters cast ballots in the Nov. 5 General Election, which carried not only the presidential ticket, but multiple issues and down-ballot races driving turnout.
Operation Christmas Child seeking shoeboxes
Volunteers are preparing to collect Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts during National Collection Week, Nov. 18-25.
New leadership team named at Cassville Family YMCA
The Cassville Family YMCA has announced a leadership change, aiming to reaffirm its commitment to promoting health and well-being in the community. “With an energized leadership team in place, the YMCA is set to continue its essential role in providing services that support families, youth, and overall community wellness,” said Danielle Wise, vice president of development for the Ozarks Regional YMCA.
News briefs, Nov. 13
The Eagle Rock-Golden-Mano Fire Protection District will host a Open House on Saturday from 1-3 p.m. to celebrate the completion of the new Fire Station at 30625 Hwy.
Buttram wins 1st at disc golf fundraiser
Cassville Wildcat Disc Golf Club members participated in the Throw Long, Pink Strong: A Throw Pink Fundraiser in Lowell, Ark., recently. The event was able to raise over $1,500 for Throw Pink and the Pink Fund, and Cassville’s Veronica Buttrum took first place in her division.
Candy delivered across Cassville
A music-playing and dancing unicorn delighted Trunk or Treat goers at the Community Faith Chapel Trunk or Treat on Thursday.
Motion to dismiss ‘taken under advisement’ in murder case
Polk County Associate Judge Jill Porter has “taken under advisement” a motion to dismiss charges against Richard Randolph, accused of stabbing Andey Hunter to death in June 2023. Eight days prior to a scheduled case review, Randolph’s attorney, Brian Smith, submitted the motion to dismiss the case with prejudice, claiming violation’s to Randolph’s right to due process.
Man charged in alleged assault
An Arkansas man is facing two charges after allegedly assaulting a person on his property on Oct. 29.
BARRY COUNTY NOV. 4 GENERAL ELECTION RESULTS (Unofficial)
Unofficial results for Barry County from the Nov. 5 General Election.
DMV getting new license system
The Missouri Department of Revenue’s Motor Vehicle and Driver License (MVDL) division is preparing to deploy its modernized driver license and processing system at all license offices, with a launch date of Tues., Nov. 12.
