3 inmates escape from Barry County jail
UPDATE: Blevins was captured Wednesday in Casper, Wyo. Subjects punch through ceiling, escape through maintenance door At breakfast check on Friday morning, it was determined three inmates escaped from the…
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Heels kick at Mason Lowe Invitational
Jack Gilmore holds on close to time during a ride at the Mason Lowe Invitational in Cassville Saturday.
Read MoreHeels kick at Mason Lowe InvitationalFree Fishing Weekend on June 11-12
Free Fishing Days are coming in June. Roaring River State Park invites anglers of all ages and skill levels to come out and wet a line.
Read MoreFree Fishing Weekend on June 11-12Sales 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.
Read MoreNews briefsPurdy 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.
Read MorePurdy prepares for summerSupers address security protocols
Student safety is a top priority at all local school districts, and in the wake of the mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas, superintendents are refreshing parents and patrons of protocols. Cassville Merlyn Johnson, Cassville superintendent, said the Cassville school district has a well-trained and well-informed staff.
Read MoreSupers address security protocolsCassville’s NFIP offer lost in red tape
The city of Cassville had an opportunity over the past year to possibly join the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) without retrofitting buildings or making major changes to Main Street — but the moment has passed.
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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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