Targets hit, national title won

Southwest trap team member Colten Phillips, left, encourages teammate Jesse Jones during competition at the AIM Grand Nationals Championship in Sparta, Ill., in July. Contributed photo
Year in Photos — Barry County boys basketball

Southwest’s Kasen Holder rises above the crowd for 2 during a Southwest Holiday Tournament game last season.
Big boys line up
Size is not everything when it comes to offensive and defensive lines, but being bigger overall than last year won’t hurt the Cassville football team.
Rex Alan Pendergraft

Rex Alan Pendergraft, 72, passed away on July 30, 2025, in Colorado. Born on January 18, 1953, to the late Lester and Pauline Tate Pendergraft, Rex grew up in Washburn, Missouri, where he learned a deep love of the outdoors and a strong work ethic.
Mary Lou Olson

Mary Lou Olson, 84, of Golden, Mo. passed away Friday, July 25, 2025, at her home.
Outgoing coach lauds squad for effort in spring season

The Southwest softball season in the spring brought moments of triumph, personal growth and lasting memories, both on and off the field.
Judah William Mitchell

Judah William Mitchell, 21, of Pierce City, Mo. passed away Sunday, July 27, 2025, when the truck he was driving crashed.
James Ralph “Jim” Giddings

James Ralph “Jim” Giddings, 85, of Washburn, Mo. passed away Thursday, July 31, 2025, at Circle of Life Hospice in Bentonville, Ark.
Winnafred L. “Winnie” Cummons

Winnafred L. “Winnie” Cummons, age 95, of Perry, Florida passed away Monday, July 28, 2025, at her home.
Classic cars, community fun at 7th Annual Depot Exeter Auto Show

The 7th Annual Depot Exeter Auto Show, hosted by Phillips Phabworks, will be Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Front Street in Exeter.