Kyle Troutman
Through the Years, Jan. 7
40 YEARS AGO: PROGRESS IN WEATHER BREAK — With springlike temperatures, MECO Construction of Springfield is progressing rapidly on the Walmart store site near Cassville. South wall construction and concrete pouring are underway, and the store is scheduled to open in mid-1986.
Evelyn Elaine Hopkins
Evelyn Elaine Hopkins, 86, of Cassville, Mo. passed away Saturday, January 3, 2026, at her home.
John Tong Lee
John Tong Lee, 69, of Inola, Okla., passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at Saint Francis Hospital in Tulsa, Okla.
Lily Ann Petersen
Lily Ann Petersen, 84, of Monett, Mo., passed away Monday December 29, 2025.
John Riley Sullivan
John Riley Sullivan, 76, of Cassville, Mo., passed away peacefully on Friday, January 2, 2026, at his home.
Charles W. Williams, Jr.
Charles W. Williams, Jr., 92, of Rogers, Ark., passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026, at Innisfree Health & Rehabilitation in Rogers, Ark.
John Eugene Miller
John Eugene Miller, passed away from cancer on December 23, 2025.
News Briefs, Jan. 7
The Barry County Democratic Central Committee will meet on Tuesday at 6 p.m. at the El Mariachi Restaurant, located at 482 Hwy. 76 in Cassville.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Jan. 7
Meet Phil! He’s a very adorable and energetic boy. Phil is very friendly and social and is a family dog. He likes other pups but wants to play and rough house, so a playful dog sibling will be the best match.
James Sherman “Jim” Young
James Sherman “Jim” Young, age 78, of Washburn, Mo., passed away Friday, December 26, 2025, at his home.
