Kyle Troutman
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, June 18
Meet Farah! She is an adorable lab mix. Date of birth is March 20. This young pup will grow to be a medium sized dog. This angel would be the perfect addition to a family.
‘Cats crafting culture
In his first season as head baseball coach at Cassville, Simon Beeson said his squad put more emphasis on culture and mentality than wins and losses, an approach he hopes will build the program in future seasons.
Kyle Troutman: Values up; causes, effects laid down
Last week, 14,644 real estate owners in Barry County received a letter they probably did not enjoy reading much, and I was one of them.
Welcome to Cruise-ville
Burnouts were part of the fun on Saturday at the third annual Cassville Memories Cruise, which saw hundreds of people line and drive Main Street in an ode to days past when cruising back and forth through town provided a source of entertainment. At the event, a vehicle was raffled, and all funds raised benefit scholarship opportunities for local seniors, five of which were awarded this year.
Jig On the Water, June 15
Roaring River’s water level is not bad right now, still producing a good strong flow — but clear — running at 125 CFS on Sunday morning.
Barry County Health Corner, June 18
Did you know that immunization programs are considered one of the most important public health achievements in the world?
County property values rise
New valuations sent to property owners; SB190 tax freeze unaffected
Shirley Ann McKinley
Shirley Ann McKinley, 86 of Anderson, Mo., passed away peacefully Friday, June 6, 2025, at McDonald County Living Center in Anderson, Mo.
Barton transferring to Arkansas Tech
Maci Barton, 2023 Cassville graduate and daughter of Jim and Wendy Barton, of Cassville, has completed her A.A. Degree in General studies and is transferring to Arkansas Tech University in Russellville, Ark., to major in wildlife and fisheries.
Jeff Fugitt: Will you choose wisdom, or gold?
On Father’s Day, I was thinking of my dad. I was blessed to have had a good dad, and I am grateful for that. He was a Baptist pastor, so I grew up listening to him speak often, typically twice every Sunday and once on Wednesday.
