Cassville
Cassville grad to cheer on College GameDay
Jacob Hall, a 2020 Cassville graduate and lineman for the state runner-up football team, will likely be featured on national television Saturday as part of College GameDay. After graduation, Hall attended Pitt State University, graduating in 2024 with a Bachelor’s degree in physical education. He was a member of the Pitt State Cheer Squad and competed nationally every year. After graduating from Pitt, he was accepted to the University of Oklahoma, pursuing a Master’s degree in educational administration, curriculum and supervision. Hall tried out and was selected to the OU Cheer squad in May. College GameDay will be broadcast on Saturday from the OU campus in Norman, Okla.
Tomblin’s celebrates 60th Anniversary
Mattie Hurt, a fourth-generation employee of Tomblin’s Jewelry, curls ribbon on a gift while working during Tomblin’s 60th Anniversary celebration on Saturday, where visitors could take advantage of deals and win door prizes.
Scoreboard, Sept. 18
The Cassville cross country teams went to Seneca on Thursday to compete in a large field of runners. The middle school boys, led by race winner Dade Zajac, were the champions of their division, and the middle school girls were runners- up.
Lady Wildcats tee off
The Cassville girls golf season is underway, with retired Coach Jay Rogers returning to the links to help the program continue to grow. Rogers retired from education at the end of the 20232024 school year, but when the opportunity arose to continue as girls golf coach, there was only one answer.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Sept. 18
Barnaby’s date of birth is Dec. 22, 2021, and he’s a blue Bluetick Coonhound/ Mixed Breed. Barnaby is a sweet boy who can be a little shy at first. However, when he opens up, he is energetic, playful and happy to be with his people as much as he can!
Through the Years, Sept. 18
30 YEARS AGO: SHOWED WELL — Jim Hinson, 15, above, and Tyler Hinson II, below, showed well enough in the Missouri State Fair Santa Gertrudis FFA divisions to win recognition. The more senior of the pair received a grand champion award for his bull.
Cruisers award scholarships
Cassville Cruisers Representative Patti Daniels, left, recently awarded two $300 scholarships to students attending the Scott Regional Technology Center in Monett. Receiving a scholarship is Jacey Lee, a 2024 graduate of Aurora High School and Scott Technology Cente.
4 Cassville grads get CFO scholarships
Four 2024 graduates of Cassville High School have received scholarships administered by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks. • Avery Chappell, daughter of John and Julie Chappell, received the Olin J.
Campground 3 improvements progressing at Roaring River State Park
Roaring River concessions to stay open year-round Roaring River State Park superintendent Mike Busekrus said the construction work at Campground 3 continues on schedule, with concrete work due to be completed this week. “The new sites will have lots of room to spread out,” Busekrus said on a video he recently posted to the park’s Facebook page.
E3 Meat Co. supplies The Rib
The Rib Steak House in Cassville is continuing its partnership with E3 Meat Co., which supplies beef to the iconic restaurant while doing some good at the same time. Zanetta Campbell, owner of The Rib, said the product, which the restaurant has used since reopening in November 2022, is all-natural and well-liked among area cattlemen with high standards.
