Community
Through the Years, Nov. 19
30 YEARS AGO: CAST MEMBERS FROM “THE SHOW” ASSEMBLE TOGETHER AFTER LAST PERFORMANCE — Cassville’s third annual performance of The Show was held last weekend. This year’s performance showcased the talents of community members and highlighted songs from the past nine decades.
Local author pens A.I. love story
PAH Publishing has announced the release of 'K.A.R.E.N. 5.0,' an electrifying science-fiction novel that blurs the line between artificial intelligence and human emotion.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week
Meet Saint Clair, also called Clair Bear. Saint Clair is a red and black Labrador retriever/mixed breed (medium/large).
Exeter Corn Maze cuts ribbon for 25 years
The Cassville Area Chamber of commerce celebrated 25 years with Exeter Corn Maze and welcomed them as the newest member with a ribbon cutting.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week
Angela is an adorable husky/terrier mix. She weighs 17 pounds. Her date of birth is May 10, 2025. She gets along with other dogs and does well with kids.
Through The Years, Nov. 12
Nov. 19, 50 YEARS AGO: DAD WAS HANDY — Admitting dad had “to drag it out of the woods for me,” none the less took much glory away from Karen Pottebaum in downing a doe deer opening day.
Cassville McDonald’s honors Brooks as Outstanding Educator
Local McDonald’s of Cassville Owner/Operator Daphne Simpson, right, has recognized Alex Brooks, a dedicated educator at Cassville Intermediate school, as one of the 2025 Outstanding Educators. Simpson presented Brooks with a gift card in recognition of her exceptional commitment to students and the community. Now in its sixth year, the McDonald’s Outstanding Educator Award program celebrates teachers who demonstrate exceptional leadership, creativity, and passion in their classrooms. Each honoree receives a gift card and certificate as a token of appreciation for their hard work and positive impact on students.
Through the Years, Nov. 5
50 YEARS AGO: LOST ITEMS NO PROBLEM — Items such as much needed eye glasses dropped in Table Rock Lake are no problem, providing you have the skill and all else required to be a SCUBA diver. A Cassville resident found this out recently when his glasses slipped from his pocket at Big M Boat Dock and went to the bottom.
Exeter students dig in at Barry County Community Garden
The Barry County Community Garden had some special visitors recently when students from the Exeter school district rolled up their sleeves and pitched in.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Nov. 5
Senior Dog Spotlight! Ward is a brindle Shepherd born about May 5, 2016. Ward has spent 9 years in the shelter and he truly deserves a loving home before winter arrives. He is a happy go lucky boy who is accustomed to leash walks and is crate trained. He does okay with other dogs, preferably older and larger in size. No cats preferably. He doesn’t like sharing food so would need to be fed separately. Ward knows commands, “sit,” “up,” and “shake.” There is nothing this boy won’t do for a treat. His ideal family will be gentle with him. He spent time in a foster home and does well with kids of all ages. Senior pet adoption rates are $25. Adopters can complete an application at www.havenoftheozarks. org/adopt. No appointment is needed. 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.
