Cassville
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.
FARM AND RANCH: 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.
Community Voices — Terry Held: The fight for reading; Literacy on the ropes
There are battles that announce themselves with headlines and protests, and there are also quiet battles.
Through the Years, July 29
50 YEARS AGO — THREE IN A BOOTH: While mom marks her ballot in the polling booth, in this case, Marilyn Peters has company in the person of her two daughters, Christine and Catherine.
Nearby summer adventures include Carver Day
Summertime offers many activities for weekend adventures and opportunities to do new and different things.
Lady ‘Cats evaluate depth over summer
With five returning starters and several varsity roles still to be filled, Clayton Bagby, Cassville girls basketball coach, used this summer’s practices and team camps as an opportunity to evaluate the Lady Wildcats’ depth while experimenting with new ideas before the upcoming season.
Year in Photos — Cassville boys basketball
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
