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Crowder, Red Cross to host blood drive today
Crowder College in Cassville will host a community blood drive with the American Red Cross today (Wednesday) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cassville Pantry seeking $15K in donations in Hunger Action Month
Help Fill the Food Basket to combat local hunger during September Hunger Action Month. Cassville Pantry Director Janet Mills calls upon the community to help out, unite and take action.
Horsin’ around town
An uncommon call came into the Cassville Police Department on Monday morning — horse on the loose. The mild-mannered mare was spotted in the Cassville City Park just after 7 a.m., making her way south on the Greenway Trail to the Aquatic Center, where a bystander called the situation in. Cassville Police Officer Zack Thompson, pictured, led the horse into a baseball field using a dog leash, then blocked off exits with vehicles and nearby garbage bins to keep her contained.
August sales tax results mixed
Sales tax revenues to Barry County’s cities and county government dropped moderately in August, compared to a year ago. While receipts generally held steady, the biggest city, Monett, recorded big enough dips to pull down the overall county totals.
Wheaton schools receive $46K grant
The Wheaton school district has been awarded a portion of grant money offered through the USDA Healthy Meal Incentives for Schools program. According to the USDA, the district received $46,509, which it intends to use primarily for a new walk-in freezer, plus other items to be determined.
News briefs, Sept. 6
The Cassville Senior Center is seeking arts and crafts vendors for a Holiday Craft Bazaar, scheduled for Nov. 18 from 9 a.m.
Music, rides, ducks and fun at Wheaton BBQ
From left, siblings Ben Anderson, 8, Kaitlyn Anderson, 7, and Braden Anderson, 9, all of Wheaton, enjoyed spinning in the free tub ride at the Wheaton BBQ on Saturday.
Denali, Synagro contest fertilizer board’s decision
Denali Water Solutions and Synagro Central, two of 19 companies denied fertilizer permits by the Missouri Fertilizer Control Board (MoFCB) for the land application of their processing waste, filed suit in Cole County Circuit Court in Jefferson City on July 28. In the suit, the petitioners are requesting judicial review of, and a declaratory judgment regarding what they allege was an abrupt change in the MoFCB’s interpretation of the Missouri Fertilizer Law in April, even though the Fertilizer Law had not been changed by legislature.
Alderman appointed to Cassville council
A new alderman has been appointed to the a south ward seat, replacing a former alderman who moved out of the ward. Justin Gates, a 1998 Cassville High School graduate who was raised in Shell Knob, has filled the seat vacated by Mike Vining, a term that expires in 2024.
Pair of Cassville officers honored
An officer and a detective at the Cassville Police Department were recognized at the August Cassville City Council meeting for commendable actions and dedication to duty. Officer Matt Hoover received an America’s Real Hometown Hero Award, and Det.
