Troutman

Publisher’s View — Kyle Troutman: May the odds be in our favor
I don’t often write about national politics in this space, but this week, I’m making an exception.

Publisher’s View — Kyle Troutman: You won’t regret it
For the past few years, Cassville’s fall sports programs have been on the up, and this year, things have started exceptionally positive. On Friday, the football team lit up Wildcat…

Publisher’s View — Kyle Troutman: Memories incoming
Beyond the weeks of school supply and clothes shopping, making sure all needs are met before school begins, there is always one event that signals the first day of a new year is just around the corner.

Publisher’s View — Kyle Troutman: Routines we live by
The longest summer ever is nearing its end.

Publisher’s View — Kyle Troutman: Primary surprises
This year’s primary election, much like the August of 2024, was unlike any other.

Publisher’s View — Kyle Troutman: Old news to celebrate
In the past two weeks, there have been more important topics to cover in this space than my mid-July trip to Wales, my first time across the pond for a mix of business and vacation.

Publisher View — Kyle Troutman: See you at the polls!
In less than a week, Barry County voters will have their say on numerous local races and issues, as well as a few prominent constitutional amendments — all of which have the potential of maintaining or altering the future paths of our county and state.

Publisher’s View — Kyle Troutman: Looming in optimism
It was 8:10 p.m. on Thursday in Cardiff, Wales, when I got the news. Three local newspapers and our press ceased operations — effective immediately.

Publisher View — Kyle Troutman: Reflecting and preparing
May and December are typically our busiest months of the year at the newspaper, but July is giving the other two a run for their money this year.

Publisher View — Kyle Troutman: In our backyard
For the next month or so, keeping my normal level of work productivity will be a challenge.



