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Sales tax slows in May

For the second time in three months, sales tax revenues to the Barry County area in May dropped compared to a year ago, a pattern repeated from the beginning of 2020 before the pandemic surge in local sales drove revenues to unprecedented heights.
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TroutFest on Saturday TroutFest is a community fair celebrating the relationship between the community of Cassville and Roaring River State Park. The fair, held at the Cassville Aquatic Center, kicks off the day at 7 a.m., Saturday with two races, the Trout Trot 5K and the Minnow Mile.
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Purdy prepares for summer

As the school year came to a close last week, the Purdy School Board recapped the year’s successes and plans for the future. With the passage of the district’s to tax increase bond measure, school grounds will be buzzing with activity throughout the summer, with plans to improve the school entry ways with duel entry points to improve school safety, upgrades to the school’s kitchen and cafeteria, new pavement and more.
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CCTA celebrates Cassville staff

Before leaving campus for summer break, the Cassville Community Teachers Association (CCTA) celebrated the end of the school year with its annual awards and recognition for Cassville staff. During the celebration, several staff members were recognized for their accomplishments. Becky Haynes was awarded Middle School/High School Teacher of the Year. New Quarter Century Club members Priscilla Craig and Lisa Hoffman were also recognized. Contributed photo
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138 Wildcats walk

A total of 138 Cassville seniors turned their tassels on Sunday, celebrating on the track with confetti cannons and silly string. Kyle Troutman/editor@cassville-democrat.com Some families get more animated than others at graduations, such as the family of Kairi Berry, who brought a striking visual to the celebration.
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Road district to meet The McDowell Special Road District will have its regular monthly business meeting on Monday at the McDowell Church beginning at 6 p.m. If anyone wants to get on the agenda to question the road commissioners, they may call 417-847-2808.
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Summer starts when Center opens

Children in the Cassville area have turned to the Cassville Aquatic Center for more than two decades to spend their days splashing in the water and playing in the sun. This year, starting on Saturday, the Cassville YMCA will be open Monday through Sunday from 1-6 p.m., weather permitting.
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