November 2022
The Rib is back!
An iconic Cassville restaurant that closed its doors a decade ago is reopening officially on Wednesday, with the new owners aiming to revive the times of old. Zanetta Campbell and Karlton Burbridge purchased the building with the goal of reviving old memories while creating new ones.
Pull out the putters!
A new attraction will open in 2023 near Cassville, inspired by the natural beauty and tourism at Roaring River State Park. James and Shannon Beemer, owners of Zone 4 Mini Golf & More, said the new mini golf course, which features the longest hole in the world, will open on March 1, 2023.
Whisenhunt signs with JUCO
Cassville’s Senior softball pitcher Alyssa Whisenhunt, takes advantage of early signing period by signing her national letter of intent to play college softball at Independence Community College in Independence, Kan., where she plans a study course to become an Athletic Trainer. Her accolades at Cassville include three-time All-Conference Pitcher; three-time All-District Pitcher; two-time All-Region Pitcher, Rookie of the Year and Pitcher of the Year, carrying a 2.3 ERA. Alyssa is the daughter of Jerry and Melissa Whisenhunt, of Cassville.
Through the years
Dec. 6, 1972 State Trooper Don Myers, now stationed at Rolla, was scheduled for a transfer to Troop D headquartered in Springfield after the first of the year.
Jay Chism: Agriculture needs to stay connected to consumers
While it is difficult for me to believe, there are still people that have a disconnect about where their food comes from. Even in today’s world where information is constantly at their fingertips, many young people don’t know that milk comes from cows or don’t understand how tomatoes are grown.
Pair charged with attempted murder
Two Barry County residents are facing attempted murder charges after allegedly beating a victim with a hand gun. Jason Swift, 40, and Sarena Tucker, 36, both of Cassville, are each charged with first-degree assault (effectively attempted murder in Missouri), armed criminal action and unlawful possession of a firearm.
‘Cats turn in first winning season since 2009
The Cassville boys soccer program has made small strides each season improving its play style and record, and the Wildcats earned an achievement this season not accomplished in the last 13 — a winning record.
Cassville students: We’re thankful for…
We asked Cassville third-grade students what they are thankful for, and here’s how they responded. .
Children’s Book Week celebrated in Cassville
The Cassville Branch Library recently donated 400 children’s and youth books to the Cassville Pantry for free distribution Nov. 7-10 in honor of Children’s Book Week.
