Kyle Troutman
Southwest volleyballers earn 10th victory on season
Led by Seniors Marissa Freeman, Emma Outhouse and Addison Park, the Southwest volleyball team picked up wins over Exeter and Purdy last week to reach the 10-win plateau.
Mary Beck
Mary Beck, 96, of Cassville, Mo., passed away peacefully on Monday, October 6, 2025, at her home.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Oct. 15
Meet sweet Jency. She is a mixed breed pup. Her DOB is 6/18/25. Sadly, Jency and her 4 siblings were dumped at an apartment complex. They are receiving the love and care they need now at the Haven, but they deserve a better life with their own family.
Victoria Mae “Vicky” Knight
Victoria Mae “Vicky” Knight, 83, of Stark City, Mo., passed away Friday, October 10, 2025.
Wildcats battle Tigers!
After four games of big-scoring football with Willard, the Mighty Mites Wildcats split games.
District volleyball brackets take shape
All five local high schools will see their volleyball teams on the court with their seasons on the line on Tuesday, as district tournament brackets have been released.
Jeremiah Buntin: A million ways to die in the Ozarks
The beginning of autumn signals the start of the spooky season, that time of year now rivaling Christmas in popularity among youth and adults alike, highlighted by tidings of fear.
Josilyne Creason: Boxx’s excuses are an insult to victims
I could write a book about what waiting five years for justice — only to end with a $1,000 plea deal — has done to my family.
Luella “Lue” Dunbar
Luella “Lue” Dunbar, 73, of Cassville, passed away at Roaring River Health and Rehab in Cassville, Mo., on Saturday October 11th, 2025, after a long illness of Alzheimer’s and Parkinsons. She was the daughter of Alonzo and Lucinda (Potter)Wallace, who preceded her in death.
Larry Arnold Watts
Larry Arnold Watts, 74, from Eagle Rock, Mo., passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, after a hard-fought battle with health issues.
