November 2022
Multiple starters return, freshman class to make impact
A giant leap forward is what the Cassville boys wrestling program hopes to do this season, returning multiple state qualifiers and welcoming a buzz-creating freshman class. Nathan Fortner, Cassville wrestling coach, said about 20-25 boys will come out for the team this year, led by a trio of returning state qualifiers.
The sky is falling!
High school theatre students put on a quick production of “Chicken Little” for elementary students last week. The performance is part of a competition routine the group uses at area drama events.
Bob Mitchell: Nativity scene concern causing conversations
Whether or not the Christmas Nativity Scene will appear atop the Oak Hill Cemetery hill this year reminds me of a situation that was prompted by telephone conversations several years ago that were completely uncalled for had adequate preparations been in place.
News Briefs
Herrin Animal Hospital in Cassville is hosting its 23rd Annual Toy Drive, ongoing through Dec. 12.
A Thanksgiving parade
Cassville Intermediate School special education students were cheered by their peers last week as they completed a balloon parade through the school. Brady Mueller, instructional assistant for Cassville, led the group of students through the halls of each grade level.
Monett woman injured in crash
A Monett woman was injured on Nov. 21 in a wreck at 2:10 p.m.
Lady Wildcats to perform in Hawaii
LeCompte, Stillings representing Varsity Spirit at Pearl Harbor Parade Two Cassville High School cheerleaders will travel nearly 4,000 miles from home for an upcoming performance. Jillian LeCompte and Caysee Stillings will be representing Varsity Cheer at the Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade in Honolulu, Hawaii, Dec.
Back to the ‘ship!
A district championship appearance last season has this year’s Cassville girls basketball team hungry for more, and the Lady Wildcats will hope to achieve their goals under new management. Clayton Bagby takes over the program, headed up by Reed Smith for just one season last year, that went 14-14, its first .500 season since 2017-2018, defeating East Newton and Mt.
Michael ”Shane” Kisler
Michael “Shane” Kisler, age 50, of Purdy, Missouri passed away Tuesday, November 22, 2022 at his home. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville, Missouri.
Lennis Edward Rose
Lennis Edward Rose, age, 93, of Washburn, Missouri passed away Friday, November 18, 2022 at Circle of Life Hospice Home in Bentonville, Arkansas. Services were held at 10:00 A.M.
