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Alleged serial burglar apprehended
Cassville police have made an arrest in the recent string of overnight burglaries at businesses in Cassville.

The sky is falling!
High school theatre students put on a quick production of “Chicken Little” for elementary students last week. The performance is part of a competition routine the group uses at area drama events.
Pair charged with attempted murder
Two Barry County residents are facing attempted murder charges after allegedly beating a victim with a hand gun. Jason Swift, 40, and Sarena Tucker, 36, both of Cassville, are each charged with first-degree assault (effectively attempted murder in Missouri), armed criminal action and unlawful possession of a firearm.


Pull out the putters!
A new attraction will open in 2023 near Cassville, inspired by the natural beauty and tourism at Roaring River State Park. James and Shannon Beemer, owners of Zone 4 Mini Golf & More, said the new mini golf course, which features the longest hole in the world, will open on March 1, 2023.
The Rib is back!
An iconic Cassville restaurant that closed its doors a decade ago is reopening officially on Wednesday, with the new owners aiming to revive the times of old. Zanetta Campbell and Karlton Burbridge purchased the building with the goal of reviving old memories while creating new ones.

Shell Knob home watch business earns national accreditation
Rickards aim to give property owners peace of mind Lakeside Home Watch & Property Solutions has earned accreditation from the National Home Watch Association for the second year. The NHWA was formed in 2009 in order to establish and maintain the highest industry standards for Home Watch and absentee homeowner services throughout the United States and Canada.
Monett woman injured in crash
A Monett woman was injured on Nov. 21 in a wreck at 2:10 p.m.

A Thanksgiving parade
Cassville Intermediate School special education students were cheered by their peers last week as they completed a balloon parade through the school. Brady Mueller, instructional assistant for Cassville, led the group of students through the halls of each grade level.
News Briefs
Herrin Animal Hospital in Cassville is hosting its 23rd Annual Toy Drive, ongoing through Dec. 12.