Kyle Troutman
Cassville Fire District proposes .5% sales tax
The Cassville Fire Protection District (CFPD) has announced a proposed sales tax initiative that will appear on the Nov. 4 ballot.
Phyllis Marie Fulton
Phyllis Marie Fulton, 83, of Houston, Texas, passed away on Monday, September 1, 2025, at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas.
Roxanne L. McIntire
Roxanne L. McIntire, 83, of Purdy, Mo. passed away Sunday, August 31, 2025, at her home.
Vehicle catches fire by Aquatic Center
A vehicle caught fire on Sept. 2 in the parking lot of the Cassville Aquatic Center.
Springfield Area 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb on Saturday
On Saturday, firefighters and civilians from all over will come together in person and virtually to remember those lost on September 11, 2001.
Wildcats alumni celebrated at home opener against Seneca
The Cassville High School Football program recognized football alumni from the classes of 2000-2004 prior to the varsity game on Aug. 29. “Alumni Night is just a small way for us to show how much we appreciate the tradition that comes before us,” said Clay Weldy, Cassville High School head football coach. “The community of Cassville has embraced football, and Wildcat Nation has become an amazing 12th man for us over the years. Alumni Night is just a small way for us to show how much we appreciate the tradition that comes before us.” Alumni present at the time of the photo include, front row, from left: Joshua Robinson, Matt Weatherman, Robbie Artherton, Charles Garner and Shannon Hollingsworth. Back row: Richie Norris, Rodney Rambo, Trevor Williams, Matt Holtzman and Coach Lance Parnell.
Southwest spikers 3rd at Verona Volleyball Invitational
The Southwest volleyball team finished third in the 10-team Verona Tournament Saturday. The Lady Trojans defeated Golden City, Gloria Deo Academy and tied Thomas Jefferson before losing to Lockwood and Galena, who played for the championship.
Barbara Lee “Barb” Travis
Barbara Lee “Barb” Travis, 76, of Cassville, Mo. passed away Friday, August 29, 2025, at her home.
Jimmie Ward “Jim” Scritchfield
Jimmie Ward “Jim” Scritchfield, 82 of Cassville, Mo., passed away Saturday, August 30, 2025, at his home.
Vehicle wrecks into 9-1-1 communications tower
A Cassville man was injured on Sept. 3 in a wreck at 11:55 a.m. on Main Street in Cassville, with the vehicle coming to rest after striking the Barry County E9-1-1 communications tower.
