Greg Armstrong: Guardrails in our lives

I love living in the Ozarks. The beauty of our little slice of America is hard to beat. One thing that comes with the territory is curvy roads.
Michelle Hilburn: Fall into season’s readings

Even though summer temperatures are still lingering, the calendar says that fall has arrived, and I couldn’t be happier.
Jabben retires from Barry County E9-1-1

Carrie Jabben has retired from the Barry County E9-1-1, serving nearly 18 years with dispatch and the Barry County Sheriff’s Office. “I sincerely appreciate the nearly 18 years that Carrie dedicated herself to the Barry County E9-1-1 Center,” said Mike Phillips, Center director. “She has helped many people over those years, and I appreciate all of her contributions.” Jabben, right, is pictured accepting a certificate of appreciation from Phillips.
Tommy Rex Farwell

Tommy Rex Farwell, 85, of Green Castle, Missouri, passed away Friday, October 17, 2025, at University Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.
Cassville Wildcat Pride wins at Pitt State Homecoming Parade

The Cassville Wildcat Pride Marching Band kicked off its competitive season with a resounding victory at the Pittsburg State University Homecoming Parade held on Oct. 11.
Pink Ladies’ stories shared
Power of Pink has been helping women diagnosed with breast cancer for 15 years. Janice McCracken, founder of Power of Pink, has raised $464,843.40 for 58 women.
News Briefs, Oct. 22
Beginning with the 2026 election cycle, candidates will need to submit form 5120 online. The link for Form 5120 can be accessed through the DOR website at sa.dor.mo.gov/candidate-affidavit.
Lady Wildcats blank Seneca to win second softball district title

Behind the arm of senior Aubrey Stoufer, the Cassville softball team held Seneca scoreless in the Class 3, District 6 championship, claiming its second district title in school history with a 4-0 victory.
FOOTBALL LIVE UPDATES: Cassville at Monett, Oct. 17

Tonight’s Barry County Brawl is brought to you by Security Bank of Southwest Missouri, proud supporter of Cassville football and Wildcat Nation.
Color run brightens Saturday morning

Gabe Magee, of Cassville, finishes the Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) Fun Color Run on Saturday morning.




