Purdy
Purdy Council refines disorderly conduct laws
The Purdy City Council adopted two ordinances on disorderly conduct at its Oct. 8 meeting.
Purdy school board studies facility needs
The Purdy school board reviewed pressing facilities needs and updates on operations at its September meeting.

Local schools clear nets at Volleyfest
Southwest’s Emma Outhouse plays a ball during a match at Volleyfest on Saturday. Pierce City won the tournament over Crane, with Thomas Jefferson third, Wheaton fourth, Verona fifth, Exeter sixth, Southwest seventh and Purdy eighth.
Purdy Council discusses dog issues
The Purdy City Council spent its September monthly meeting revisiting old business, including its city clerk position, animal control and practice ammunition.
Cassville man killed in big rig wreck
A Cassville man died on Thursday in a wreck at 1:36 p.m. on Route B, one mile west of Purdy.
Purdy school board focuses on preparation
The Purdy school board reviewed developing programs and preparations for the opening of school during the August meeting.

Year in Photos — Barry County baseball
Wheaton’s Bodie Lauderdale lats a pitch go in action against Exeter last season.

Fledgling Lady Eagles prepare to fly
A year removed from its first double-digit wins season since 2016, the Purdy volleyball team is hungry — and young.

Purdy hosts Student Development Day
Purdy High School held its first Student Professional Development Day on Friday, offering students in grades 9-12 a unique opportunity to gain valuable life and career skills.
Purdy man injured in motorcycle wreck
A Purdy man was injured in a wreck on Aug. 19 on Farm Road 1100, three miles east of Purdy.



