Back-to-school information released
Parents and guardians of Cassville school district students may find important back-to-school information at https://tinyurl.com/3nt5uapj. Included is information on returning to classes, enrollment, food service information, Stop, Drop and Go information and more.
City of Washburn offering limb disposal area
The city of Washburn will allow residents to bring any tree limbs damaged by recent storms to the corner of County Road and Farm Road 1065, the City Lagoon, for disposal on Sept. 9 from 8 a.m. to noon.
Roaring River State Park hosts Kids Free Fishing Day Aug. 19
Anglers can make their way to Roaring River State Park Saturday for Kids Free Fishing Day. Everyone 15 and under will be able to get free tags the day of the event from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. A section of the river, from the first low-water crossing up toward the hatchery, will be specially designated for youth to fish in throughout the day. Adults will not be allowed to fish by themselves in this area. Parents and guardians are welcome to help the children as needed, but only one pole between the helper and the kid may be used at any time. Volunteers also will be present to help. A free lunch of hot dogs, chips and drink will be provided by the park concessionaire in the lower section of the CCC Lodge. The event will be held rain or shine, assuming conditions are deemed safe. Regular fishing hours are from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. in August. This is a joint event held in conjunction with Missouri Department of Conservation. If you have any questions or concerns, please call the park office at 417-847-2539, MDC hatchery at 417-847-2430 or park store 417-847-4971. Roaring River State Park is located 7 miles south of Cassville on Highway 112 in Barry County.
BCGHS meeting Saturday in Cassville
Jim Lassiter will present the program at the Barry County Genealogical and Historical Society meeting on Saturday at the Bayless/Salyer House in Cassville. The meeting begins at 1 p.m. The program will be followed by a planning meeting for fall activities including a trip to Belvedere House in Claremore, Okla., Holiday Craft Fair in November and Cookies and Milk with Santa in December. All members of the community are welcome to attend.
Wheaton Class of 1973 meeting Aug. 26 at BBQ
The Wheaton High School Class of 1973 invites family, friends, former classmates and neighbors to stop in the shade by Railroad Depot Museum, located at 311 Main St., during 65th Annual Wheaton BBQ. Plans are flexible and will be determined by those there. The group aims to to be there from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, people may contact Ron Renkoski at 608-242-7321.
Cassville school supply lists available
Schools supply lists for the 2023-2024 school year may be found in links above the school calendar at https://tinyurl.com/5a7k85et. Printed copies are also available at the Walmart Supercenter in Cassville.
Cassville Farmers’ Market open twice per week
The Cassville Farmers’ Market is open for the season, running twice a week on Tuesdays from 4-7 p.m. across from Security Bank and Saturdays on the Cassville Square from 8 a.m. to noon. The market offers local fresh cut flowers, produce, eggs, baked goods, hand made crafts and more. For more information, people may call 417-846-3539.
Cassville Branch Library events scheduled
Activities at the Cassville Branch Library this week include: Thursday, Toastmasters, 6 p.m. (adults); Friday, Chair Exercise at 9 a.m. (adults); Saturday, Movie Under the Stars at dusk next to the Roaring River Park Store (all ages); Monday, Chair Exercise at 9 a.m. (adults); “Taking Care of You” session three at 2 p.m.; Tuesday, Trivia at 1:30 p.m. (teens/adults). Registration is also now open for fall preschool storytime and homeschool enrichment sessions.
Old Church Gallery Farmers’ Market open
The Old Church Gallery Farmers’ Market runs every Thursday from 8-11 a.m. The Market offers fresh produce, eggs, jellies, relishes, baked goods, cut flowers, handmade crafts and more. The selection varies every week, so come early for the best choice. Old Church Gallery is located on Farm Road 1240 in Shell Knob and can be reached at 417-8582510.
