Community
Through The Years, June 11
30 YEARS AGO: EMERGENCY ALERT — Minutes after a tornado hit Roaring River State Park, volunteer firemen, sheriff’s deputies and park workers were securing the area.
Victory Baptist awards pair of scholarships
Victory Baptist Church in Cassville recently awarded scholarships to two local graduates. Kinlee Holman, left, is a 2025 graduate of Cassville High School. She is an active member of Corinth Baptist Church and is the daughter of Travis and Tiffany Holman. Dylan Criswell is also a 2025 graduate of Cassville High School. He is an active member of Victory Baptist Church and is the son of Steve and Tasha Criswell. Contributed photo
Ramaeker, Holenda awarded Shelter scholarships
The Shelter Insurance Foundation recently awarded a pair of $1,500 scholarships to Elly Ramaeker, a graduate of Cassville High School, and Sarah Holenda, a graduate of Wheaton High School.
Vincents enjoy ruby anniversary
In November of 1984, Matt Vincent of Bristow, Okla., asked Dorinda Hendrix, of Tulsa, Okla., for her hand in marriage.
Homans celebrate 40 years
Pastors Paul Homan and wife Susan Homan are celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary on June 8.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, June 4
Meet Selma! She is an adorable Blue Heeler mixed breed. Her date of birth is July 3, 2023. She is a petite girl, weighing only 32 pounds.
Exeter celebrates third decade of Arbor Day
The City of Exeter celebrated Arbor Day for the 30th year on April 12 in the Exeter City Park. In attendance this year was Sheila Raney, Tree Board President; Ashley Lowe, Tree Board Vice President; Susie Sorenson, Tree board member; and Jon Skinner, municipal forester with the Missouri Department of Conservation.
Through The Years, May 28
30 YEARS AGO: BETTER THAN EXPECTED CROP — Although few and far between, Barry County strawberries, when you can find them, are of top quality, despite all the moisture this spring. One of the continued producing families, Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Nickle are shown here providing berries to a willing customer. Picking was expected to continue into this week, hopefully with some sunshine to provide a better level of sweetness to the berries.
Burnside piano students complete recital
Students of Ruth Burnside, of Purdy, recently held their “Piano Spring Fling Thing Recital” on April 13 at Countryside Christian Church in Monett.
Soroptimist Club donates $5K to 9 recipients
The Soroptimist Club of Barry County has awarded $5,000 in grant money through their annual Dreams in Action grant program.
