Wheaton preschool and kindergarten screenings set
Screening for children entering preschool or kindergarten for the 2023-24 school year in the Wheaton school district is scheduled for March 22-24 and April 4-6 in the cafeteria of the Elementary Building. Any child who will be 3 (for Preschool) or 5 (for Kindergarten) by July 31 and is planning on enrolling in either class, must be screened before starting school. March 22-24 appointment times for screenings are 9-9:45 a.m., 9:45-10:30 a.m., 1:15-2 p.m. or 2-2:45 p.m.. April 4-6 appointment times are 1:15-2 p.m. or 2-2:45 p.m. Parents and guardians of children not already enrolled in Wheaton’s preschool program should bring current immunization records, birth certificate, Social Security card and proof of residency. Be prepared to fill out the preschool or kindergarten enrollment packet at this time. To schedule an appointment, people may call the school at 417-652-7240, ext. 2101.
Exeter announces pre-K and kindergarten screening dates
Exeter elementary has announced early childhood preschool, preschool and kindergarten screening dates as April 13-14. Parents of students who need to enroll for the upcoming 2023-2024 school year can call the elementary office at 417-835-2922, ext. 1, to sign up for a time to come in for screening. Parents and guardians will need to bring the student’s immunization record, birth certificate and proof of residence in the district when they come for screening.
Exeter National Honor Society announces blood drive
Exeter National Honor Society has announced its spring blood drive themed “Every Drop Tells a Story” will take place on March 23, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the commons area at Exeter school. Those wanting to participate can call 417-227-5006 or register online at www.cbco.or/donate-blood.
Work day at Bayless-Salyer House
The Barry County Genealogical and Historical Society is having a work day/cleanup day at 9 a.m. on March 25 at the Bayless-Salyer House, located at 9th and Townsend. Handymen and women are needed to help repair the front porch, and also needed is anyone who can push a broom or wash windows.
Democrats group to meet
The regular monthly meeting of Lawrence and Barry County Democrats will be held on March 23 at the Angus Branch Steakhouse, located at 114 Chapel Drive in Monett. The meeting will start at 7 p.m. Those wishing to eat should arrive by 5:45 p.m., with each responsible for their own meal. All area Democrats are invited and encouraged to attend.
Preschool, Kinder Academy screening information released
Preschool screening will be held March 28 and March 30. Screenings are open to 3- and 4-year-old children living in the Cassville School District. Screenings will be held on campus at Cassville R-IV in the W.I.L.D. Academy, located on Kid Cat Drive. Please park in the gravel parking lot and cross the street. Plan for a 30-45 minute appointment. Call 417-847-2445 to schedule a child’s screening. Appointments will be available from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Screening results will be used to determine eligibility for the Cassville R-IV School District’s preschool program. Kinder Academy and Kindergarten screenings will be March 27 and March 29. Screenings are open to children that are 5 years old by July 31 living in the Cassville school district. Screenings will be held on campus at Cassville R-IV in the W.I.L.D. Academy, located on Kid Cat Drive. Please park in the gravel parking lot and cross the street. Call 427-847-2445 to schedule an appointment. Appointments will be available from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Please bring the following: proof of residence, birth certificate and immunization record.
Cassville Branch Library activities scheduled
Activities at the Cassville Branch Library this week include: Thursday, Preschool Storytime at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., sign-up required, and a movie matinee with a new release starring Tom Hanks at 1:30 p.m., and Toastmasters at 6 p.m.; Friday, Chair Yoga/QiGong at 9 a.m.; Saturday, LEGO Club at 10:30 a.m.; Monday, Chair Yoga/QiGong at 9 a.m., and craft/sewing group at 2 p.m.; Tuesday, free Homeschool Enrichment at 10 a.m., sign-up required, and trivia at 1:30 p.m; and March 25, Noon Spring Fling at 10 a.m.
Library activities scheduled in Eagle Rock
On Saturday, the Eagle Rock Lego Club will host its 10th anniversary celebration at 10 a.m. On April 1, the Friends of the Library will host its annual Easter Event with Egg Hunt starting at 1 p.m. and special guest Mr. E. Bunny. On April, 5, there will be “Storytime in the Library” with a story and craft at 10 a.m. Registration is required. The Eagle Rock Branch Library is located at 27824 Hwy. 76 in Eagle Rock. For more information, people may call 417-271-3186.
Shell Knob Branch Library hosting book sale
The Shell Knob Branch Library Friends of the Library will host a book sale on Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
ERCA hosting potluck, coffee club
The Eagle Rock Community Association will host a potluck at 6 p.m. on Monday and Coffee Club from 7-9 a.m. on Tuesday. The Community Association building is located at 27824 Hwy. 86 in Eagle Rock.
Voter registration deadline today
The last day to register to vote is today (Wednesday) for those who are not current registered voters of Barry County and who wish to vote in the April 4 General Municipal Election. People may register to vote at the County Clerk’s Office; the Monett Chamber of Commerce; or the Shell Knob Chamber of Commerce. Voters should notify the Office if they have moved and have not updated their address, or had a name change. Photo ID is required to vote in the April General Municipal Election. Absentee voting starts Tuesday at the Barry County Clerk’s Office in Cassville, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Two-week in-person, no excuse absentee voting begins March 21. 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: 417-847-5311. The office will need: 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 area may go to the Shell Knob Chamber or Monett Chamber Office and fill out the absentee application, which they will fax to the Barry County Clerk’s office. Absentee applications are also available at sos.mo.gov. The last day to request an absentee ballot is March 22. 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.
OATS rides available in Barry County
OATS Transit offers regular transportation services for the rural general public of any age, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. Please call the local OATS Transit office at 417-887-9272 or 800-770-6287 to schedule a ride or find out about services in the Barry County area. People may also visit the OATS website at oatstransit.org to view local schedules under “Bus Schedules,” then click on the county of service. OATS offices will be closed, and regular routes will not be running on Feb. 20 for Presidents’ Day. Please keep this in mind as trips are scheduled near these holidays. OATS Transit is hiring drivers statewide to can continue serving riders. Openings are listed on the OATS website.
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.
