Purdy

Eagles continue chasing district title
Since the 2020 season canceled for COVID, the Purdy baseball team has been living a “Groundhog Day” experience. Setting the goal every season to win a district title, the last four attempts in a row have all come to an end thanks to one opponent — Marionville.
First State Bank celebrates 80 years
Events scheduled at each local branch, culminating in concert First State Bank of Purdy is excited to announce the celebration of its 80th anniversary, marking eight decades of unwavering commitment to the community. “Since our founding in June 1944 as the successor to the First National Bank of Purdy, we have proudly served our neighbors with integrity, dedication, and a personal touch,” a bank press release said.

Purdy seniors awarded diplomas
Purdy graduates celebrated their accomplishments on Saturday with poppers and silly string, having ended their high school educations. A total of 33 students earned their diplomas. Kyle Troutman/ktroutman@cassville-democrat.com

Prom-goers cut rugs across county
Jackson Hilburn, left, and Izabella Pack had the floor nearly all to themselves at Purdy’s prom on Saturday, using the opportunity to spin freely at the Barn at Bear Ridge.
Firearm pulled in Purdy burglary
A Butterfield man is facing a felony charge after allegedly attempting to steal items from a home being built in Purdy, caught and confronted by area residents. Timothy Plopper, 34, of Butterfield, is charged with second- degree burglary and misdemeanor second-degree property damage.

Purdy FCCLA hosts eye-opening mock crash for high school students
On April 5, Purdy Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) chapter orchestrated a powerful demonstration aimed at educating high school students about the consequences of reckless driving. The mock crash event, organized in collaboration with various local agencies, offered a sobering glimpse into the potential aftermath of a serious car accident.

PURDY SCHOOL BOARD QUESTIONNAIRE: Josh Conner
Age: 40 Current Occupation: EO Supervisor at Balchem in Verona Past Experience: 10 years with Balchem, 8 of those being a Union Representative Education: Cassville High School graduate and attended…

PURDY SCHOOL BOARD QUESTIONNAIRE: Lee Ann Shamblin
Age: 44 Current Occupation: Family Manager Past Experience: Former Purdy Reading Coach, Insurance Agent, Treasurer of Purdy First Baptist Church Education: Graduate of Purdy High School, Crowder College 1. Why…

PURDY SCHOOL BOARD QUESTIONNAIRE: Ken Terry
would like to be re-elected because I have a strong desire to serve this community that I love and have lived in all my life. My qualifications are 12 years on the BOE for Purdy R-II Schools.

PURDY SCHOOL BOARD QUESTIONNAIRE: Reuben Henderson
Age: 39 Current Occupation: Commercial/Ag Loan Officer at CS Bank and Farmer Past Experience: 6 years serving on the Purdy School Board Education: Purdy High School Graduate 1. Why do…