School
Guard X gives taste of military to local high school students
Cassville student Aiden McBroom pulls a set of weights in a physical fitness drill at the Guard X program at Cassville High School on March 11.
Law office team wins Trivia Night
The Malcontents, a team representing Ellis, Cupps and Herrin, were crowned Trivia Night champions on March 7, by winning the overall competition.
April 8 election filings, issues determined
Voters will take to the polls on April 8 throughout Barry County to vote on numerous city and school board positions, as well as some tax issues and bonds.
Hometown Heroes unite!
Dominic Dankert, 5, of Cassville, was moving too fast to capture on camera as he completed the firefighter obstacle course at Hometown Hero Family Night for Cassville Intermediate and Middle School students on March 4. Kyle Troutman/ktroutman@cassville-democrat.com
Cassville takes 1st in Big 8 Speech and Debate
Cassville High School Speech and Debate students competed in the Big 8 Speech and Debate Tournament at Mt. Vernon on Feb. 8.
Merlyn Johnson: Education legislation review
As legislative discussions continue in Jefferson City, several key bills and budget considerations are progressing that could impact our students, staff and community.
Cassville wins awards at Missouri Senior Beta Convention
Students place in 4 competitions, one receives $1,500 scholarship
Cassville FFA takes tractors on Main
Main Street had some heavy traffic the morning of Feb. 26, as eight Cassville FFA members drove their tractors to school. Delayed by winter weather the previous week, the “Drive Your Tractor to School Day” is part of the district’s National FFA Week celebrations. Contributed photos
Southwest FFA to celebrate 50 years
The Southwest High School FFA officer team is inviting the public to its 50th anniversary celebration at the high school. In honor of this milestone, the current officer team also invites any former FFA advisors, officers or members to come to its chapter banquet. The banquet is scheduled for Sunday, May 4. People may RSVP for more details by calling Linda Morgan at 417-826-5413 or emailing lmorgan@swr5.net.
