Vincents enjoy ruby anniversary

In November of 1984, Matt Vincent of Bristow, Okla., asked Dorinda Hendrix, of Tulsa, Okla., for her hand in marriage.
Homans celebrate 40 years

Pastors Paul Homan and wife Susan Homan are celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary on June 8.
Francis Charles (Hank) Mathis

Francis Charles (Hank) Mathis, 97, of Butterfield, Mo., passed away May 28, 2025, at his home with his family by his side.
Billy Van “Bill” Granger

Billy Van “Bill” Granger, 73, of Purdy, Mo., passed away Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at his home.
Glen Garrett

Glen Garrett, 93, passed away peacefully in his home on May 26, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Clara M. Ely
Clara M. Ely, 88, of Seneca, Mo., passed away Saturday, May 17, 2025 at Seneca House in Seneca, Mo.
Kirby Allen Eagan

Kirby Allen Eagan, age 59, of Washburn, Mo., passed away peacefully at his home Saturday, May 24, 2025.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, June 4

Meet Selma! She is an adorable Blue Heeler mixed breed. Her date of birth is July 3, 2023. She is a petite girl, weighing only 32 pounds.
Through the Years, June 4

40 YEARS AGO: PARK’S KID’S DAY TOPPED ALL — Roaring River State Park topped all state facilities Saturday in attendance at Kid’s Day, when youngsters and under could fish free. Skip Doak, assistant superintendent at the park hatchery said 283 took it. It was the second largest turnout at Roaring River since the program started in 1981.
Lynn Hilburn: Barry County History Part II: Land

The story of land in early America is a tale of ambition, conflict, and governance.



