August 2023
News briefs, Aug. 16
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.
Kyle Troutman: 2 in 2
On this day in 2021, I was suppose to be a dad already. In two days from now, we’ll celebrate the second birthday of our Olivia, the cutest, happiest, smartest and most ornery child to enter my life in the last few years — though her older sister gives her a run for her money on every one those qualities.
Cassville soccer wraps up offseason friendlies
The Cassville boys soccer team may have been down in games in its summer friendlies this year, but they were never out.
Truck and Tractor pull benefits local resident
Mike Stephens, of Wheaton, lifted the front wheels on his 8006 Deutz for just a moment before pulling his way to third place in the stock tractor series on Saturday.
John Robert Thomas
John Robert Thomas, 64, died suddenly on July 27, 2023. He was a beloved son, brother, father and uncle.
Dennis Lee Howard
Dennis Lee Howard, 87, of Shell Knob, Mo. passed away Friday, July 28, 2023, at Mercy Hospital Cassville in Cassville, Mo.
Joe Allen Fisher
Joe Allen Fisher, 86, of Cassville, Mo. passed away Tuesday, August 1, 2023, at his home.
Justin Robert McComb
Justin Robert McComb, 43, of Wheaton, Mo. passed away Friday, July 28, 2023, at his home.
Nancy G. Cox
Nancy G. Cox, 81, of Rocky Comfort, Mo. passed away Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at Mercy Hospital Springfield in Springfield, Mo.
Jig on the water
August 9, 2023 Water at Roaring River State Park is running low right now, at 13.5 CFS. The fishing is still really good, and the dry fly fishing is exceptionally good.
