Community
Through the Years, June 10
50 YEARS AGO — PURDY DEDICATES NEW FACILITIES: Purdy's city park was packed with people Saturday as the community dedicated new park facilities and a Neighborhood Center that includes a new library.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, June 10
Meet Lucy B! She was originally found as a stray where a kind loving home took her in until we made room for her. She is a gentle soul who loves a good walk on her leash.
Summer school students dig into learning
Sixty-five second-grade students and their teachers from Cassville summer school visited the Barry County Community Garden for a morning of hands-on activities focused on helping their community, growing food, healthy eating and the role of pollinators.
Barry County Health Corner: A bad septic system is a crappy problem
Septic systems are the unsung heroes of public health, treating wastewater for roughly one in five U.S. homes.
Through the Years, June 3
30 YEARS AGO: Karen Hester’s class views the equipment in an ambulance courtesy of EMT Donna Lung.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, June 3
Meet sweet young Muggsy. Muggsy is a mixed breed with an estimated date of birth Nov. 18, 2025.
National Nursing Home Week celebrated
Pam Hall has recently joined the team at Cassville Healthcare and Rehab as the new Administrator of the facility, which celebrated National Nursing Home Week May 11-15 with residents, families and staff. This year’s theme as an “International Cruise” to bring fun, laughter and engagement to residents throughout the week. Residents received passports, participated in themed activities, enjoyed daily “Captains Announcements,” and traveled the world through music, decorations, food and fellowship.“
Barry County Health Corner: Stay safe in the summer sun
Now that Summer is approaching and warmer weather is here, it is always important to remember how to protect yourself and practice smart sun safety. It’s not always possible to avoid sunlight completely, but there are things you can do to ensure that you are not getting too much sun when you are outdoors:
Boxx receives Missouri Lawyers Media award
Barry County Prosecutor Amy Boxx is a recipient of the 2026 Women’s Justice Award — Public Service, given annually and sponsored by Missouri Lawyers Media.
Through the Years, May 27
40 YEARS AGO: NAMES ON THE SIDEWALK — A tradition in Cassville, placing the senior class names on a section of sidewalk was in progress last week. Here, class representatives watch as Gary Youngblood, school maintenance force, prepares the surface. Class members then used letter imprints to put names of the 87-member class in the section.
