School
23 join Cassville teaching staff
The Cassville R-IV School District will welcome 23 new members to the Wildcat teaching staff during the 2026-27 school year.
Publisher’s View — Kyle Troutman: Routines we live by
The longest summer ever is nearing its end.
Community Voices — Terry Held: The people who taught us
It is back-to-school time. Clean slate. Sharpened pencils. Keen minds. Beating hearts.
Barry County Health Corner: Back-to-school immunizations available
Did you know that immunization programs are considered one of the most important public health achievements in the world? Together with clean water and improved access to health care, immunizations have contributed to most countries’ life expectancy.
Community Voices — Merlyn Johnson: Amendment 5 presents important questions about Missouri’s future
On Aug. 4, Missouri voters will decide the fate of Amendment 5, one of the most significant tax proposals to appear on a statewide ballot in many years.
Purdy schools grappling with smaller budget
The Purdy school board, meeting on June 29 to assess year-end finances, approved a reduced budget for the coming year and took stock of other pressing issues such as roof repairs.
Wheaton Elementary receives recognition
Each year, Missouri Schoolwide Positive Behavior Supports (MO SW-PBS) recognizes Missouri schools that implement Schoolwide Positive Behavior Supports (SW-PBS) at exemplary levels with the MO SW-PBS Award of Excellence.
Compass Academy Network hosts graduation at Cassville location
Compass Academy Network (CAN) hosted its public graduation ceremony on Friday at the Cassville Performing Arts Center, celebrating the students’ achievements with families, educators and mentors.
Painting up the pocket park
Cassville art student Lili Naugle paints a portion of the new mural being painted at the incoming pocket park where the former Hall Theatre stood in Cassville. Williams said the class aims to have the mural completed by the week of June 20.
Purdy school board reviews state law action
There was both good news and bad news at the Purdy school board meeting in May as district leaders try to navigate uncertain financial waters.
