Purdy Alumni Association to meet
The Purdy Alumni Association will meet on June 29 at 6 p.m. at the Purdy school cafeteria. For more information, people may call Mickey Henderson at 417-442-7312.
Washburn conducting smoke test
The city of Washburn is conducting a smoke test of its sewer system on June 27-28. The smoke is non-toxic, non-staining, has no odor and creates no fire hazards. The smoke should not enter a home unless it has defective plumbing or dried up drain traps. If anyone at a home or business suffers from respiratory issues and is immobile, they should notify city hall by calling 417-846-3203 or 417-826-5242. More information about the tests may be found in person at city hall.
Lawrence and Barry County Democrats to meet
Lawrence and Barry County Democrats will be holding their regular monthly meeting on June 27 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 5:30-5:45 p.m., with each responsible for their own meal expense. Two state-wide candidates have been invited to speak. It’s also the night of the Presidential Debate that starts at 8 p.m. The meeting will conclude in time to watch the debate together. All area Democrats and like minded friends are invited and encouraged to attend. Come join us. For more information, people may call Jim Kabell at 417-848-4640.
Voter registration ends July 10 for August Primary
The last day to register to vote is July 10 for those who are not current registered voters of Barry County and who wish to vote in the Aug. 6 Primary Election. People may register to vote at the County Clerk’s Office, the Monett Chamber of Commerce or the Shell Knob Chamber of Commerce. Those who have moved and not updated their address, or had a name change, should notify the Clerk’s Office. Absentee voting starts June 25 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 July 23. 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, party preference and signature. Those who live in the Shell Knob or Monett can visit the Shell Knob Chamber or Monett Chamber Office and fill out the absentee application. Staff there will fax it to the Barry County Clerk’s office. Absentee applications are also available at sos.mo.gov. For more information, people may call the barry county clerk’s office at 417847-2561 opt. 3, or email jennis@barrycountyclerk.com or ajohnson@barrycountyclerk.com.
Old Church Gallery Farmers’ Market open for season
The Old Church Gallery Farmers’ Market runs every Thursday from 8-11 a.m. The market has farm fresh produce, flowers, eggs, jams, relishes, baked goods, handmade crafts and more. Selection varies every week, so come early for the best choice. Old Church Gallery is on Farm Road 1240 in Shell Knob and can be reached at 417-858-2510.
Cassville Branch Library activities scheduled
Activities at the Cassville Branch Library this week include: Thursday, Tot Time at 9 a.m. (registration required), Story Time at 10 a.m. (ages 3-5, registration required), Happy Faces at FEMA Event Center at 1:30 p.m. (all ages), Happy Faces Murder Mystery in Cassville Library Meeting Room at 6 p.m. (teens and adults); Friday, Pre-teen and teen painting at 4 p.m. (registration required), Spider Sniff Friday at 8 p.m. (all ages, at Roaring River State Park Amphitheater); Saturday, Movie Under the Stars at Roaring River State Park, beginning at dusk (all ages, registration required); Monday, Adult Summer Sewing Series at 5 p.m. (registration required); Tuesday, American Sign Language at 3 p.m. (registration required, all ages). For more information on any programs, people may call 417-847-2121. The library is located at 301 W. 17th St. in Cassville.
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.
Lessons offered before Seligman’s Saturday dances
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. Free dance lessons will also be given from 5-6 p.m. For more information, people may call 479-903-3640.
