Kyle Troutman
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Sept. 9
Hi, I’m Tristan! I’m a spirited 4-month-old black and red terrier with a whole lot of personality packed into my pint-sized 6.5-pound frame. I’m adventurous and friendly, and I’m already proving to be a great buddy for cats — so I’ll fit perfectly into homes with feline friends. My adoption fee is $150, and I’m ready to bring fun and energy to your family. Adopters can complete an application at www.havenoftheozarks.org/adopt. No appointment is needed.
David Lloyd “Dave” Kreeger
David Lloyd “Dave” Kreeger, age 66, of Exeter, Missouri passed away Thursday, September 3, 2026 at his home. He was born July 5, 1960 in Kansas City, Kansas, the son of J. Lloyd and Sadie (Sanders) Kreeger. On September 22,…
Neil Curtis Roller
Neil Curtis Roller, 48, of Monett Missouri, died on Sunday, August 30, 2026, after a catastrophic stroke. He was born on October 19, 1977, in Monett, Missouri to Curtis and Pam Roller and lived his childhood years in Purdy. He…
Patsy Ruth “Pat” Savage
Patsy Ruth “Pat” Savage, age 80, of Exeter, Missouri passed away Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at Cox Medical Center South in Springfield, Missouri. She was born November 7, 1945, in Newton County, Missouri, the daughter of Ted and Margie (Stephenson)…
Cassville woman gains mental health insights at Women’s Conference
Cathy Esler, Cassville Ward Relief Society member, attended the August 29th Women’s Conference of the Monett Missouri Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints held at the Monett Stake Center.
Master Gardeners to host fall workshop
Barry County Master Gardeners will host the annual fall workshop on Sept. 26 in Cassville.
Wildcats blank Houn’ Dawgs 44-0
The Cassville football team followed its season-opening Barry County Brawl victory with another dominant performance Friday, shutting out Aurora 44-0 on the road.
XC aims for postseason push
The Cassville cross country program has started the season with its sights set on the same destination it has pursued in recent years — the state meet.
Twinning and winning
For nearly 13 years, twin sisters Audrey and Taylor Kennedy have done everything together, and their teamwork recently helped one of the pair achieve a goal she had been chasing since freshman year.
Wildcats top Bolivar in overtime
The Cassville boys soccer team bested district opponent Bolivar in overtime on Thursday, 2-1. Junior Preston Driskill opened the scoring with a goal from a header, assisted by senior Mason Rillstone. Tied 1-1 at the end of regulation, freshman William Ray scored his first ever varsity goal — in walk-off fashion — by tucking in the rebound of a shot by Driskill in the first half of overtime.
