Kyle Troutman

Kyle Troutman

Surprise! Gosvener awarded $10K scholarship

On April 24, Cassville High School senior Audrey Gosvener was just going to Taco Bell for a burrito. Instead, Cassville school staff, Gosvener's family, friends and Taco Bell coworkers were gathered to congratulate her on a $10,000 accomplishment.

Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, May 1

Who likes to give belly rubs? Tillie is all about the belly rubs. This young girl would love to have someone to play with and a yard to run in. She is a Heeler/Cattle Dog mix. Her estimated DOB is Dec. 16, 2023. The Haven is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., seven days a week. All Haven of the Ozarks pets are fixed, up to date on their vaccinations, and microchipped.

Exeter wins first Ozark 7 championship

The Exeter softball team walked off with a new title on April 16 — Ozark 7 Conference champion. The Lady Tigers (12-6) won their first ever conference hardware with an 8-7 home win over College Heights with McAuley Catholic.

Robert “Bob” Wendall Windes

Robert “Bob” Wendall Windes, 90, of Washburn, Mo., passed away on April 21, 2024, in Rogers, Ark. Born on November 11, 1933 in Monett, Mo. to Wendall Alvin and Orlena (Grimes) Windes, who preceded him in death.

Sales tax income drops in April

April sales tax revenues to Barry County dipped for the third time in four months. With the biggest drop since December 2024 impacting more than half the municipal recipients, the sales tax disbursement reflected a general return to pre-pandemic normalcy instead of steady growth.