Kyle Troutman
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.
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.
Mary Beck
Mary Beck, 96, of Cassville, Mo., passed away peacefully on Monday, October 6, 2025, at her home.
Southwest volleyballers earn 10th victory on season
Led by Seniors Marissa Freeman, Emma Outhouse and Addison Park, the Southwest volleyball team picked up wins over Exeter and Purdy last week to reach the 10-win plateau.
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.
News Briefs, Oct. 15
The Cassville Senior Center’s Fall Craft Fair will be held on Oct. 25 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m at the Center, located at 1111 Fair St.
FOOTBALL LIVE UPDATES: Cassville at Nevada, Oct. 10
This week’s live updates are sponsored by Johnson Chiropractic Sports & Wellness Clinic — save your back post-road trip with care from Johnson Chiropractic!
FROM THE ARCHIVES: Murder on the tracks — who killed Justin Hocutt?
The body of a 14-year-old boy was found on the train tracks in Seligman on the cool, crisp fall morning of Oct. 9, 1999. The body belonged to Justin Hocutt, a Southwest student, and resident of Seligman.
Hunt for a Cause a hit in Monett
The Monett Fire Department’s Hunt for a Cause benefit fundraiser for the Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks raised at least $7,000 to help support local efforts fighting breast cancer in a first-of-its-kind event in Monett on Sept. 13.
