The Purdy High School Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter raised just over $1,500 in their annual October Pink Out fundraising effort. Funds were raised from T-shirt and cake pop sales, a hat day, and a serving contest at the Pink Out Volleyball Game. The Purdy Community was especially generous, enabling the chapter to help two local women currently battling breast cancer.
Hailey Grace Foster, 26, of Washburn, Mo. passed away Saturday, November 2, 2024 at Cox Monett Hospital in Monett, Mo.
Cassville FFA officers attended the Annual Farm Bureau Banquet on Sept. 3 at the Family Life Center. Club officers assisted in serving guests as well as had the opportunity to hear from Farm Bureau members and state lobbyists regarding agriculture. The Barry County Farm Bureau Board presented a monetary donation to FFA officers that will be used to support the local CHS FFA Chapter. In addition, Langston Mitchell, Cassville FFA Officer and Missouri State FFA Vice President, addressed the crowd at the banquet.
Lawrence Dean “Larry” Dudley, Sr., 83, of Cassville, Mo. passed away Friday, November 1, 2024, at his home.
Virgil is a very handsome and gentle boy who was dumped with dog friend, Vienna. He loves her, but she’s found her new home. He’s a bit timid and needs a patient adopter who will help him build his confidence.
Diego Aldaba, 6, of Purdy selects a Blow-Pop with the hope of a larger prize a the Purdy Carnival on Friday. Running the game was Abby Schallert, a Purdy kindergarten teacher, and Aldaba’s mother, Griselda Rivera, provided support. Kyle Troutman/ktroutman@cassville-democrat.com
Volunteers are preparing to collect Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts during National Collection Week, Nov. 18-25.
The Cassville Family YMCA has announced a leadership change, aiming to reaffirm its commitment to promoting health and well-being in the community. “With an energized leadership team in place, the YMCA is set to continue its essential role in providing services that support families, youth, and overall community wellness,” said Danielle Wise, vice president of development for the Ozarks Regional YMCA.
After placing first in their division, the third-grade Cassville Wildcat Mighty Mite football team finished second at the Tournament of Champions in Harrison, Ark., falling to Seneca in the championship. On Saturday, the team earned a 12-6 win against Carthage, and in the championship on Sunday afternoon, after two lightning delays, the Wildcats suffered a 26-0 loss against the undefeated Indians.
The Eagle Rock-Golden-Mano Fire Protection District will host a Open House on Saturday from 1-3 p.m. to celebrate the completion of the new Fire Station at 30625 Hwy.
