‘Cats mute Mountaineers, heading to the ‘Ship

For the first time since 2020, the Cassville football team has a shot at the district championship.
Kyle Troutman: Get to work, chief!

Voters in the Cassville Volunteer Fire Protection District made their voices heard on Nov. 4, approving the proposed 1/2-cent sales tax to support operations.
Major library renovations planned in Barry County
Major renovations on two Barry County libraries, including the Cassville Branch Library, have been planned for the months ahead and will require closings.
Inaugural Parade of Trees lights up park

From left, Emory Melton Inn & Conference Center staff Courtney Dutton, Laurie Jack, Evelyn Elliott, Olivia Richmond, Christina Corriston and Harper Brown, 9, front, joined Santa and Mrs. Clause in welcoming visitors to their inaugural Parade of Trees open house event Nov. 8.
6 return to Bulldogs hoops
The Wheaton boys basketball team is looking to improve on a 3-win season last year, welcoming back six returners to a squad that prides itself on defense.
Lady Wildcats turn in 10 wins

Led by only two seniors, the Cassville volleyball team finished a youthful season with a 10-20-1 record, enjoying a district playoff win and a year of growth for the program.
Lady Trojans tout defense, chemistry
With a new basketball season starting on Nov. 22, Shawn Johnson, Southwest girls basketball coach, said his squad is focused on steady growth and team-minded play.
Dorothy Louise Prewitt

Dorothy Louise Prewitt, 96, of Wheaton, Mo. passed away on November 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 1, 1929, in Neosho, Mo., to Irl and Ruth Dyer, who preceded her in death.
Leslie Alan “Les” Lyons

Leslie Alan “Les” Lyons, 67, passed away on November 1, 2025, in Cassville, Mo.
Michael Ray Lamb

Michael Ray Lamb, 76, of Cassville, Mo passed away Sunday, November 2, 2025, at Mercy Hospital Joplin in Joplin, Mo.


