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Roaring Inn-to fine dining
After turning the ripe old age of 38 just a couple of weeks ago, I had my first-ever amuse-bouche.
Publisher View — Kyle Troutman: A nod to Faith for exemplifying courage
Most people — myself included — know Faith James for her accomplishments on the wrestling mat, but for the last seven years, she has been wrestling with a different opponent.
Publisher’s View — Kyle Troutman: Letting the shutter fly
In the month of May, my camera goes into overdrive.
Kyle Troutman: A moment to brag
As the school year comes to an end and graduation season is in full swing, I want to take a moment to brag.
Publisher View — Kyle Troutman: Storm season kicking up
Storm season is upon us once again. In the past couple days, wind and hail damage has been reported all around us in the Ozarks, and close to home for some Barry County residents.
Publisher View — Kyle Troutman: Predictably sad
It’s a funny thing, news. Largely, it’s unpredictable what will elicit the biggest reactions from the public, especially on social media. Sometimes, what we feel like are our best stories get a mere flicker of attention. Other times, a story lands on my desk that I am certain will bring a waves of attention — and not always the good kind.
Publisher View — Kyle Troutman: A generational problem
Last week, a flurry of chatter in the Cassville community surrounded a news report about something I had never heard of — nitazenes.
Publisher’s View — Kyle Troutman: Crime and punishment
When it comes to covering news in small-town America, there are certain categories of stories that draw more attention than others.
Publisher View — Kyle Troutman: Mission accomplished
The last week of February every year has repeatedly come to be one of the most coverage-heavy weeks of the year — and while 2026 gave no shortage of challenges, it gave as many rewards.
Publisher’s View — Kyle Troutman: Bringing back ‘Everyday Heroes’
Every now and again, when leafing through our bound editions for the weekly Through the Years page, my wife, Jordan, or I come across things from those days of old that make us ask: Why did the Democrat ever stop doing this?
