Community

Locals take spins at Cassville Carnival
Cory Zeigler, 10, of Cassville, and Ardith Barnes, 6, of Washburn, held on to the Tidal Wave tight as they spun in circles on the ride at the Cassville Carnival on Thursday.

Crowds gather at annual Wheaton BBQ
Cam Jett, 3, of Wheaton, had a smile on his face as he rode the swings at the annual Wheaton BBQ on Saturday.
City extends trash service contract
The city of Cassville has extended its contract with Ecowaste Solutions (formerly CARDS) for supplying trash and recycling services, citing improvements in communication and resolving issues as a reason for the extension.

Slides and sounds punctuate Wheaton celebration
Hundreds of people attended the annual Fourth of July celebration, hosted by the Wheaton Fire Protection District, at the Wheaton City Park, where The Black Moods put on a show prior to the fireworks display.

Run, walk, bid for a cause
Runners in the Power of Pink timed 5K race take off along Main Street in Wheaton.

Sugary treats delight at Harvick Farms Spring Fest
From left, Rya McIntyre, 10, Reef McIntyre, 10, and Noah Stumpff, 9, all of Cassville, peruse the kettle corn stand at 2026 Spring Fest at Harvick Farms on Saturday.
Arvest Bank’s Million Meals Campaign Returns for 16th Year
Arvest Bank has officially launched the 16th year of its annual Million Meals campaign, a two-month effort to raise awareness and funds to fight hunger in Missouri, Arkansas, Oklahoma and Kansas.

On the hunt!
Brooklyn Ramey, 9, of Fairview, races to one of the last eggs left during the inaugural Cassville Fire Protection District egg hunt on Saturday at Cassville South Park.
Pedestrian bridge project moves forward after decades of discussion
A long-discussed plan for a pedestrian bridge in Cassville is once again moving forward, as city officials are revising plans aimed at reducing costs and improving accessibility for residents.

Community Care Coalition cuts ribbon at brick-and-mortar
The Cassville Area Chamber of Commerce was honored to celebrate a new brick-and-mortar location with a special ribbon cutting surrounded by board members, volunteers, community partners, and supporters who believe in their mission. "Having a permanent location marks an exciting new chapter — one that allows them to expand services, increase accessibility, and better serve those in need.



