May 2023
Police: Missing doctor died of gunshot wound
The Benton County Sheriff’s Office in Arkansas has confirmed the body of Dr. John Forsyth, missing Cassville ER physician, was located Tuesday afternoon in Beaver Lake.
Trout Tales, May 31
Donned my cowboy hat again and went to Bill Hailey Arena on Saturday for one of my favorite events, Ridin’ With Mason Lowe. The competition is amazing and the stock is strong, judging by the number of buck-offs in the first section. That entertainment is fun, but even better entertainment for me is Pork Chop! The rodeo clown may have hips that connect to his ankles (his words, not mine) but what he lacks in shins he makes up for in jokes. It’s got me thinking about trying my hand at the rodeo entertainer game. If Pork Chop can elude bulls as easily as he does, why can’t I? I’ll be testing out my fins over the next year to see how quick I can be. I am a little anxious about using a barrel though. Isn’t there some saying about those and fish? More research needs to be done.
Kyle Troutman: Growing as a community
The Cassville community is growing, and in more ways than one. This week, we have a story on the Barry County Community Garden, a project pushed by Cassville business Harvick Farms and with the help of the MU Extension and a host of volunteers and donors.
Records down, medals up
A strong senior class helped propel the Cassville track and field teams to new heights at the state meet, highlighted by two medals and two new school records for the Lady Wildcats. The Cassville boys and girls competed in 10 events at the MSHSAA Track and Field Championships Friday and Saturday, with the girls taking fourth place in the 4x800 relay and Jolie Evans placing fifth in the 3200-meter run.
Community celebrates Chief Kammerlohr
More than 250 Cassville and Barry County community members celebrated the 34-year law enforcement career of Dana Kammerlohr, Cassville police chief, who retires on June 1. Kammerlohr’s retirement party was Friday at the Family Life Center in Cassville.
Celebrate Recovery: Where are they now?
Sandy Larson, of Cassville, first told her story of recovery two years ago, on May 26, 2021. Sandy’s Celebrate Recovery testimony was part of a 12-part series published in the Cassville Democrat, one step of the 12-step program for each month of the year.
First Cars & Pizza Cruise In a hit
A Cars & Pizza Cruise In was held Saturday at Roaring River Health and Rehab. The event, organized by Caden Swearingen and RRHR Activities Director Norma Kirkpatrick, served as a fundraiser for the residential care facility’s upcoming Golden Age Games. Pictured are Norman and Linda Phillips, left, and Kevin Phillips, right, standing beside their automotive entries.
Jig On the Water, May 31
May 31, 2023 As of Sunday, the water is low and clear at 39 CFS, perfect for dry flies and sight-fishing with marabou jigs and worms. We have really good quality water right now.
Stumpff appointed to CS Bank Board
Charlie Cross, CEO, CS Bank, has announced the appointment of Donnie Stumpff to the bank’s Advisory Board of Directors. Stumpff is the President and Owner of Stumpff’s Realty & Auction Service Inc., in Cassville and resides in Cassville with his wife Teresa.
Merlyn Johnson: Advocacy does not go unnoticed
With the rap of a gavel in both chambers slightly before 6 p.m. on May 12, the Missouri legislative session came to a close.
