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Disciples of Jesus return to park for Bible studies
Members of the Disciples of Jesus come together for prayer following a Bible study at the Cassville City Park on Friday. Started by the First Baptist Church youth group last year, the Disciples of Jesus will meet weekly at the park at 6:30 p.m. on Fridays. The group posts updates on their Instagram account, @Disciples_of_jesus9. Kyle Troutman/[email protected]
Purdy City Council passes budget after revisions
The Purdy City Council adopted a budget for the city’s 2026-27 fiscal year at its June 8 meeting and swore in its council members from the April election.
Barry County Prosecuting Attorney Questionnaire: Amy Boxx
I’ve been serving as the elected Barry County Prosecutor for over 11 years now. The prosecution of criminals is a calling. This is not an easy job and certainly not for the faint of heart. It is vitally important that the prosecutor ensure the judicial process is fair to all involved in the system.
Barry County Prosecuting Attorney Questionnaire: Andrew Cole
I am running for Barry County Prosecuting Attorney because I believe it is time for new leadership in the Prosecutor’s Office. I want to use my experience as a prosecuting attorney to give back and serve the community that raised me.
2 tornadoes confirmed
The National Weather Service in Springfield has confirmed two tornadoes touched down in Barry County just before midnight on June 13.
Woman charged with trafficking fentanyl
A Cassville woman has been charged with two felonies for allegedly trafficking fentanyl.
Ordinance aims to lessen pedestrians in intersections
The city of Cassville has passed a new ordinance aimed at giving police a tool to manage individuals panhandling or fundraising at intersections in the city.
Traffic stop leads to distribution charge
An Eagle Rock man has been charged with a felony after methamphetamine was allegedly located in his vehicle following a traffic stop and K-9 search.
Woman charged with arson, assault
A Seligman woman has been charged with two felonies after allegedly setting a couch on fire in a home where the victim was lying in another room.
News Briefs, June 24
The monthly Wheaton Road District Meeting will be held on July 6 at 5 p.m. at the Wheaton Road District barn on Highway A, across from Holmes Farm Supply.
