Community
Through the Years, Sept. 16
40 YEARS AGO — MASONS GROUND BREAKING: For just under 100 years, Cassville Masonic meetings have been on the east side of the public square. When a building at 17th and Main is completed next year, they will change locations.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Sept. 16
Hi there — I’m Waylon, a 2-month-old black and white Border Collie/Terrier pup, and I’m ready to bring joy into your home! At a petite 12.6 pounds, I’m small enough to cuddle but big enough for adventure — plus, I’m already great with cats, so blended households are totally my thing.
Backpack program receives $6,600 donation
The Cassville Backpack Program recently accepted a $6,600 donation from the Pythagoras Lodge No. 383 and Masonic Home in Cassville. The program helps students dealing with food insecurity by sending home nonperishable food items home with students for weekend or school breaks. The program serves the primary, intermediate and middle schools, and it is supported by local food drives, donations and grants.
Purdy FFA Chapter Helps Pack 252,564 Meals at State Fair
Members of the Purdy FFA Chapter joined more than 782 FFA members from 95 Missouri FFA Chapters and agricultural leaders to pack meals, a capstone celebration through service of the Missouri Farmers Care Foundation’s (MFCF) 2026 Drive to Feed Kids (Drive).
Through the Years, Sept. 9
40 YEARS AGO: THAT'S THE TROPHY WE WON — Chipper, two-year-old Palomino gelding, looks at his world class trophy, held by owner Dana Kammerlohr.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Sept. 9
Hi, I’m Tristan! I’m a spirited 4-month-old black and red terrier with a whole lot of personality packed into my pint-sized 6.5-pound frame. I’m adventurous and friendly, and I’m already proving to be a great buddy for cats — so I’ll fit perfectly into homes with feline friends. My adoption fee is $150, and I’m ready to bring fun and energy to your family. Adopters can complete an application at www.havenoftheozarks.org/adopt. No appointment is needed.
Cassville woman gains mental health insights at Women’s Conference
Cathy Esler, Cassville Ward Relief Society member, attended the August 29th Women’s Conference of the Monett Missouri Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints held at the Monett Stake Center.
Through the Years, Sept. 2
30 YEARS AGO: YOU PLAY PRETTY GOOD FIDDLE SON — Levi Roden, 15, Purdy, was one of the 12 fiddle contestants at Saturday's Golden Fiddlers' Contest, sponsored by the Golden Circle Shores Association.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Sept. 2
Hi there — I’m Ted Lasso, a 2-month-old red and black Lab-German Shepherd mix, and I’m ready for my next adventure! I’m a solid little guy at 21.6 pounds with room to grow, and I’ve got energy for days.
BARRY COUNTY HEALTH CORNER: Show Me Healthy Women offers free screenings
Show Me Healthy Women (SMHW) offers free breast and cervical cancer screenings for Missouri women who meet age, income and insurance guidelines. SMHW began in 1992, and is Missouri’s implementation…
