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Cassville proposes 2023 budget
The city of Cassville has proposed a budget for 2023, expecting a decline in sales tax revenue but utilizing years of unexpected revenues to complete capital projects throughout the city. For 2022, the city took 2,958,384.71, a 6.9 percent increase from 2021.
5 electric buses coming to Cassville
The Cassville school district has been selected as one of 404 applicants, out of more than 2,000, to receive grant money through the EPA’s Clean Bus program. Cassville has qualified to purchase five electric buses at no cost to the district.
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Fly fishing is a unique form of fishing that has its own set of equipment, lures, and strategies. People can learn more about this distinctive style of fishing at the free Jan.

PHOTO GALLERY: Beginning to feel a lot like Christmas
Among all the community members who participated in the Purdy Christmas Parade was Santa himself, visiting from the North Pole and getting a personal escort from the Purdy Fire Department. Mike Gervais/mgervais@cherryroad.com
Arsonist targets probation and parole office
The Cassville Police Department is investigating an arson at the District 44 Probation and Parole Office. According to a press release from the Department, on Dec.
Cassville volunteers send Christmas joy overseas
Cassville-area volunteers are celebrating the collection of gift-filled shoeboxes that will send a message to children around the world: “God loves you, and you’re not forgotten.” Thousands of volunteers contributed to Operation Christmas Child, a project of Samaritan’s Purse, by packing shoeboxes filled with fun toys, school supplies, and hygiene items. The global Christmas project will deliver these gifts to children in need.
Cassville proposes bond issue for performing arts center
The Cassville Board of Education has approved a resolution proposing a $9 million no-tax-increase bond issue on the April 4, 2023, ballot. The proposition, named Performing Arts and Wildcat Safety (P.A.W.S.) aim to construct, equip and furnish a performing arts center on the high school campus.
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The Golden Baptist Church will host a Special Candle Light Celebration at 10 a.m. on Dec.
Police chase causes lockdown at Exeter schools
The Exeter school district was placed on lockdown Friday morning after a police chase ended on foot near the campus.