Trout Tales, Sept. 18
I ventured just outside of Barry County this weekend to test out the lake water in Baxter. On the way, I drove past this church on Highway H in Stone County and my fish eye caught its sign.
Kyle Troutman
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Sept. 18
Barnaby’s date of birth is Dec. 22, 2021, and he’s a blue Bluetick Coonhound/ Mixed Breed. Barnaby is a sweet boy who can be a little shy at first. However, when he opens up, he is energetic, playful and happy to be with his people as much as he can!
4 youths injured in Seligman wreck
Vehicles collide at intersection of Highways 37, 112 By Kyle Troutman ktroutman@cassville-democrat.com Four juveniles were injured in a wreck at 3:52 p.m. Sunday at the intersection of Highway 37 and Highway 112 in Seligman. According to a Seligman Police report,…
Jack Ernest Davis
Jack Ernest Davis, 95, of Monett passed away on Sunday September 15, 2024, while surrounded by family at his home in Monett. Visitation is being held on Thursday September 19, 2024, from 1:00p.m.
Phyllis Ann (Buckner) Atkinson
Phyllis Ann (Buckner) Atkinson, 73, of Cassville, Mo. passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2024, at Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas in Rogers, Ark.
Bobby Gene “Bob” Cooper
Bobby Gene “Bob” Cooper, 78, of Cassville, Mo., passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2024, at Roaring River Health and Rehab in Cassville, Mo. He was born on April 20, 1946, in Wheaton, Mo., the son of Everett and Mattie (Haynes) Cooper, who preceded him in death.
Lester “Joe” Laney
Lester “Joe” Laney, 81, of Purdy, Mo. passed away Monday, September 9, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family.
Cassville grad to cheer on College GameDay
Jacob Hall, a 2020 Cassville graduate and lineman for the state runner-up football team, will likely be featured on national television Saturday as part of College GameDay. After graduation, Hall attended Pitt State University, graduating in 2024 with a Bachelor’s degree in physical education. He was a member of the Pitt State Cheer Squad and competed nationally every year. After graduating from Pitt, he was accepted to the University of Oklahoma, pursuing a Master’s degree in educational administration, curriculum and supervision. Hall tried out and was selected to the OU Cheer squad in May. College GameDay will be broadcast on Saturday from the OU campus in Norman, Okla.
Campground 3 improvements progressing at Roaring River State Park
Roaring River concessions to stay open year-round Roaring River State Park superintendent Mike Busekrus said the construction work at Campground 3 continues on schedule, with concrete work due to be completed this week. “The new sites will have lots of room to spread out,” Busekrus said on a video he recently posted to the park’s Facebook page.
Through the Years, Sept. 18
30 YEARS AGO: SHOWED WELL — Jim Hinson, 15, above, and Tyler Hinson II, below, showed well enough in the Missouri State Fair Santa Gertrudis FFA divisions to win recognition. The more senior of the pair received a grand champion award for his bull.
