‘I love these’ — Shell Knob students gifted new shoes

“I love these,” “I’m never taking these off,” and “These are exactly the ones I wanted!” echoed throughout the halls of Shell Knob school district recently as the district’s 152 students each received brand-new sneakers.
‘Cats play Tigers close, come up short

The Cassville football team was only 2 points behind Lamar after a score at the start of the fourth quarter, but the Wildcats were unable to flip the score to their advantage and suffered their third loss of the season, 35-26.
Scoreboard, Sept. 24
A five-game win streak for the Cassville softball team (8-8) came to an end on Friday.
Randy Crane: No pain, no gain

You’ve probably heard the saying “No Pain, No Gain” when it comes to physical exercise.
Mighty Mites take on Ozark
Mighty Mites take on Ozark
News Briefs, Sept. 24
Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) at Cassville High School will host a Fun Color Run on Oct. 11, with registration at 7 a.m. and the race at 8 a.m.
No DOJ request to county
Ennis putting out for new election equipment bids in October
CORRECTIONS
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QUOTE OF THE WEEK
“We have some kids who have never shopped for their own pair of shoes before. It’s been so nice to see the excitement on their faces.”
Sharon M Cathcart/Swails

wails Sharon M Cathcart/ Swails, 79, of Seligman, Mo., passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2025. She was born on June 15, 1946, in Moline, Ill., to Roy and Opal (Stewart) Swails, who preceded her in death.



