A sizable contingent of Southwest boys basketball fans collectively held their breath on Saturday as a Lamar 3-pointer sailed toward the basket as the game’s final buzzer sounded. The shot missed, and that held breath escaped into screams of joy as the Trojans secured their second consecutive Class 3, District 12 championship.
Meet Kaida! She is a curious, fun loving, energetic gal. She does well on a leash and is well behaved.
Lakeside Home Watch & Property Solutions in Shell Knob has earned accreditation from the National Home Watch Association for the third year. The NHWA was formed in 2009 to establish and maintain the highest industry standards for Home Watch and absentee homeowner services throughout the United States and Canada.
Cassville middle schoolers had the opportunity to give their Shark Tank ideas a shot when they attended the FBLA 8th Grade Entrepreneurship Day. Cassville high school FBLA members organized a full day of entrepreneurial ideas and activities for the eighth-graders, then held a competition among eighth-grade tables for a chance at prizes. Students had a lot of fun, and some amazing ideas were invented. Winners received prizes in both content and commercial categories.
Sales tax income to Barry County cities and county government held fairly even in February compared to a year ago, despite the shift resulting from Monett's use tax pulling down the overall county total.
The season of Lent began two weeks ago. Some reading this may wonder why that makes any difference.
The newly organized Cassville High School Wrestling Booster Club is proud to support Cassville wrestlers and honor their hard work year-round. The Club is depending on the generosity of the community to provide the best opportunities for each of Cassville's wrestlers. Funds collected through memberships, cash donations and fundraising activities throughout the year will be used to provided financial support to the Cassville wrestling program. Cash donations are accepted and appreciated; however, the Wrestling Booster Club invites all to become a member by choosing one of the membership levels.
Johnny Cowles, 83, of Cassville, Mo., passed away on Thursday, February 22, 2024, while under the care of Cox Medical Center South in Springfield, Mo. He was born March 29, 1940, in Hasty, Ark., the son of Aubry and Vernie (Fiveash) Cowles, who preceded him in death.
Joshua Ellis “Josh” Ayres, 49, of Washburn, Mo. passed away on Friday, February 23, 2024, at his home.
James Roland “Jay” Bowsher, age 92, of Cassville, Mo., passed away Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at Cassville Health and Rehab in Cassville, Missouri. He was born December 29, 1931, in Cassville, Mo.
