Karen Lee Garrett

Karen Lee Garrett, 81, of Exeter, Mo. passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at her home.
Through the Years, May 21

30 YEARS AGO: Breaking ground for the original plant of 150,000 square feet came on a late summer day in a former hay field. In the photo above, officials at the time included: Morris Castleberry, plant manager; mayor Bill Le Compte; Bill Wiley, IDC chairman; Richard Gysel, FASCO division vice-president; Bob Mitchell, Chamber of Commerce president; and Pete Weis, Missouri FASCO Vice-President.
Lynn Hilburn: The story of land in early America and early Missouri

Over the next few weeks and months, I am going to endeavour to tell the history of Southwest Missouri and Barry County. I realize that Emory Melton and others have done an excellent job of laying out of the history and development of Barry County, but I would like to provide a summary what I think is interesting and important.
Exeter, Wheaton seniors turn tassels

Exeter Valedictorian Biaktha Hnem delivers her address at the high school’s graduation on Friday.
Hotdog restaurant cuts ribbon

Cassville Hotdogs, located at 494 State Hwy 76 in Cassville, recently held a ribbon cutting with the Cassville Area Chamber of Commerce. The business’ owners are Rob, Christina, Jade and Rozie Burr.
News Briefs, May 21
Consumer confidence report for Cassville water system now available
35 celebrate commencement in Purdy

Purdy graduate Will Henderson sprays silly string with a smile as he takes in the moment of celebration after graduating Saturday. A total of 35 Purdy seniors turned their tassels at the commencement ceremony. Kyle Troutman/ktroutman@cassville-democrat.com
City hires PW director
Hagins has more than 10 years experience in city operations
Reading innovation drives Purdy success
Program in third year boosting student achievement
Barry County Youth Camp Celebrates 60th Anniversary
Donation-funded summer camp for children in need hosting Alumni Dinner