Lifestyle

Buddy Bass winners named
Oct. 5 marked the 46th Annual Homer Sloan Buddy Bass Tournament, a Shell Knob event on Table Rock Lake that has been bringing anglers together since 1980.
Barry County Health Corner, Dec. 3
The Barry County Health Department announces a contract continuance to provide WIC services for federal fiscal year 2025-2026 has been signed with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.

Cassville 3rd at Marion C. Early tourney
Cassville High School recently attended the Marion C. Early Speech and Debate Tournament. There were 18 schools in attendance, and as a team, Cassville placed third overall in points to win third in team sweeps.

Through the Years, Nov. 26
30 YEARS AGO: Frances Latimer and Jimmy Durante. During the 1940s, Frances Latimer of Cassville worked at MGM Studios in Hollywood where she met the famous Jimmy Durante.

Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Nov, 26
Gentle Ben is our senior spotlight this week. He came into our care in 2016. He is a very chill guy that would love to have a home without cats. Anyone looking for a walking buddy for motivation, he loves walks and does great on a leash.

Cassville band students shine at district auditions
On Nov. 2, seven Cassville High School band students traveled to Carthage to audition for the All-District Concert Band and All-District Jazz Band. Their hard work paid off, with six students earning top honors.

Newmans to celebrate 60th
John and Rose Newman, of Exeter, will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on Dec. 1. You are the best parents and grandparents anybody could ever have. We Love you.

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.

Southwest High School announces Tip-off candidates
Southwest High School will celebrate Tip-off 2025 with a special ceremony prior to the Friday basketball game against Exeter.

Arning donates to Cassville programs
Employees at Arning Companies have made a donation of $500 to the Backpack Program at Cassville Intermediate School.


