SKITS play coming
A comedic, murder mystery, a classic who dunnit of thoroughly entertaining proportions takes center stage in the upcoming SKITS community theater production of “Murder in The House of Horrors.” The audience is invited into the museums lecture on famous Egyptian Pharaoh Menkaura’s tomb, which is laden with priceless treasures, but shrouded in mystery as a most coveted jewel is stolen and an unlikely murder is committed. This audience interaction murder mystery will have everyone fully engaged trying to guess who did this outrageous deed and why? A total of 15 actors, with some added extras, and an assembly of stage-builders, artists, sound and lighting personnel, line-readers, marketing folks and well, of course, a dedicated and inspiring director are again making this another fun and entertaining production. The public is invited to “Murder in the House of Horrors” showings on Nov. 11, 12 and 13, to be presented at the Central Community United Methodist Church in Shell Knob. For more information about SKITS please go to our website at Shell Knob in the Spotlight.
Voting equipment to be tested in November
Barry County Clerk, Joyce Ennis, reports a public pre-election tabulation test of the electronic tabulating equipment for the Nov. 8 General Election. It will be held at 10 a.m. on Nov. 1 in the County Clerk’s Office.
Farm Road 2040 bridge closed for repair
The Capps Creek Road District bridge on Farm Road 2040, west of the Polanski Catholic Church, will be closed for repairs until further notice.
Southwest NHS hosts elementary pumpkin carving contest
The Southwest High School Chapter of National Honor Society is hosting a pumpkin decorating/carving contest for elementary students in late October. The contest features five categories, including: scary/monster, cute/pretty, animal, funny/goofy and creative/ interesting. All students who participate will receive a small bag of candy, with the top winners in every category receiving a grand prize. Pumpkins can be turned in as early as Oct. 25. All pumpkins must turned in and decorated by judging day on Oct. 27. Winners will be announced Oct. 28. Anyone with questions may contact NHS President Signe Suchowski at ssuchowski@swr5.net, or NHS Advisor Steve Voyak at svoyak@swr5.net.
Pool hall hosting weekly live concerts
H&H Pool Hall in Cassville, housed in the old American Legion building, is hosting a Halloween Costume Party, and the 221 Band will perform at 8 p.m., coinciding with the party. There will be a minimum $5 cover charge. The Halloween Costume Party is 18-and-up. Pool tables will be available for use on all nights. Food, nonalcoholic and some alcoholic drinks are available.
Craft Fair coming to Cassville
The Barry County Genealogical and Historical Society will host its inaugural Holiday Season Craft Fair on Nov. 12 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Bayless/ Salyer House in Cassville. People may reserve a table for $25 for the day, and the house will be decorated for the holiday season. For more information or to reserve a table, people may call 417-825-9676 or 417-846-6110.
Absentee voting ongoing
Absentee voting for the Nov. 8 General Election runs through Nov. 7 at the Barry County Clerk’s Office in Cassville, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Two weeks of in-person, no-excuse absentee voting begin Oct. 25. If unable to vote in person, a voter may send a written request to the office of: Joyce Ennis, 700 Main St. Suite 2, Cassville, MO, 65625; or fax to: 417-8475311. The Office will need: Voter’s name, physical address, mailing address, date of birth, last four digits of Social Security number, phone number, reason for voting absentee and signature. Those who live in the Shell Knob or Monett areas can go to the Shell Knob Chamber or Monett Chamber and fill out the absentee application, and they will fax it to the Barry County Clerk’s office. Absentee applications are also available at sos.mo.gov. For more information people may call the Barry County Clerk’s Office at 417-847-2561, opt: 3, or email jennis@barrycountyclerk.com or ajohnson@barrycountyclerk.com.
Seligman dances ongoing each Saturday
The Seligman Chamber of Commerce country dances at the Seligman Chamber Event Center are every Saturday from 7-10 p.m. No alcohol is allowed. Admission is $10 per person, and 18-and-under are free. There is a potluck, 50-50 drawing and door prizes. For more information, people may call 417-662-3612.
