Kyle Troutman
Securing scholarships: A guide for Cassville seniors
Counselor details where students can access resources, opportunities By Gwendylan Harmon Cassville Democrat Intern Navigating the scholarship process can feel overwhelming, especially with deadlines quickly approaching. To ease any anxiety, Cassville High School Counselor Kristie Preddy encourages students to take…
Exeter man dies in train-versus-car collision
An Exeter man died after his vehicle collided with a train at 1:20 p.m. on Feb. 20, three quarters of a mile north of Purdy.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, March 4
Meet the adorable Phestus! He is a black with white collie mix. His date of birth is Dec. 17, 2025. He’s at that perfect age to bond with his new family and grow up knowing nothing but love and stability. Adopters can complete an application at www.havenoftheozarks.org/adopt.
Barry County Health Corner: What your child’s blood lead test means
The blood lead test tells you how much lead is in your child’s blood.
Cassville man facing attempted child molestation charge
A Cassville man is facing a felony charge for allegedly attempting to molest a child at a home in Washburn.
Publisher View — Kyle Troutman: Mission accomplished
The last week of February every year has repeatedly come to be one of the most coverage-heavy weeks of the year — and while 2026 gave no shortage of challenges, it gave as many rewards.
American Insights — Dakoda Pettigrew: A centennial call for freedom
American independence at one hundred years, The New York Times wrote on Tuesday, July 4, 1876, was nothing short of “a complete century of trial.”
Through the Years, March 4
40 YEARS AGO: AT THE FINISH LINE — Cassville Cub Scouts Jeff Crumpler and Lane Truman are shown watching their Pinewood Derby entries finish a heat.
Jessie Mae “Chubby” Starnes
Jessie Mae “Chubby” Starnes, age 80, of Rogers, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord on February 19, 2026. She passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Circle of Life in Bentonville, Arkansas.
LaVeta Crowe
LaVeta Crowe, 65, of Cassville, passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at Mercy Hospital Cassville.
