Kyle Troutman
National Nursing Home Week celebrated
Pam Hall has recently joined the team at Cassville Healthcare and Rehab as the new Administrator of the facility, which celebrated National Nursing Home Week May 11-15 with residents, families and staff. This year’s theme as an “International Cruise” to bring fun, laughter and engagement to residents throughout the week. Residents received passports, participated in themed activities, enjoyed daily “Captains Announcements,” and traveled the world through music, decorations, food and fellowship.“
News Briefs, June 3
The City of Cassville’s water quality report for the year 2025 is now available online at https://dnrservices.mo.gov/ccr/MO5010144.pdf.
Barry County Health Corner: Stay safe in the summer sun
Now that Summer is approaching and warmer weather is here, it is always important to remember how to protect yourself and practice smart sun safety. It’s not always possible to avoid sunlight completely, but there are things you can do to ensure that you are not getting too much sun when you are outdoors:
Boxx receives Missouri Lawyers Media award
Barry County Prosecutor Amy Boxx is a recipient of the 2026 Women’s Justice Award — Public Service, given annually and sponsored by Missouri Lawyers Media.
6 Retire From Southwest school district
A total of six Southwest School staffers retired last week at an end-of-the-year ceremony hosted by Superintendent Tosha Tilford.
Roaring Inn-to fine dining
After turning the ripe old age of 38 just a couple of weeks ago, I had my first-ever amuse-bouche.
The real graduation begins now
The caps have been tossed. The selfies have been taken. Mom, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa shed more than a few tears. And, Aunt Maggie has told you at least four times that it seems like yesterday when you were playing tee ball and playing with the dirt the whole time.
Letter to the Editor — Yvonne Kerr: Quit fighting for me, work for me
So far, Barry County has the best county office holders anyone could possibly want.
Barbara Jean “Honey” Davis
Barbara Jean “Honey” Davis, 84, of Shell Knob, Mo. passed away Monday, May 25, 2026 at Mercy Hospital Springfield in Springfield, Mo. She was born January 11, 1942, in Licking, Mo., the daughter of Elmer and Dorine (Beasley) Poore, who…
Morgan Diane Huff
Morgan Diane Huff, 41, of Grain Valley, Mo. passed away Monday, May 18, 2026. She was born September 17, 1984 in Landstuhl, Germany, the daughter of Michael S. Poe and Wendy (Barrett) Poe. Survivors include her husband, Charles Huff, III;…
