Grey Out Night honors Exeter sophomore

On Oct. 7, the Exeter High School volleyball team hosted Grey Out Night in honor and support of sophomore Blazi Lowe.
District volleyball brackets take shape
All five local high schools will see their volleyball teams on the court with their seasons on the line on Tuesday, as district tournament brackets have been released.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Oct. 15

Meet sweet Jency. She is a mixed breed pup. Her DOB is 6/18/25. Sadly, Jency and her 4 siblings were dumped at an apartment complex. They are receiving the love and care they need now at the Haven, but they deserve a better life with their own family.
WOW completes 28th season of outdoor classes

Linda Hahn selects a rock to identify during WOW School’s Missouri Rocks and Minerals class.
Betty Marion Phoenix

Betty Marion Phoenix, 91, of Shell Knob, Mo. passed away Sunday,
Bridge bids too high
The plan to construct a pedestrian bridge parallel to the Highway 76/112 vehicular bridge in Cassville is falling by the wayside.
Through the Years, Oct. 15

30 YEARS AGO: Pictured are “man on the street” quotes from community members following the opening of the new Cassville High School building on Highway Y. The question asked is, “What do you like about Cassville’s new high school.”
Roe Neal Strickland

Roe Neal Strickland, 78, of Eagle Rock, Mo., passed away surrounded by his family.
Larry Arnold Watts

Larry Arnold Watts, 74, from Eagle Rock, Mo., passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, after a hard-fought battle with health issues.
Brother Joseph Robert “Joe” Wogoman

Brother Joseph Robert “Joe” Wogoman, 74, of Purdy, Mo. passed away Monday, October 6, 2025, at his home.



