Local car dealership to close doors
After nearly three decades of service to Cassville and surrounding communities, Les Jacobs Ford announces its closure, scheduled for the end of this month.
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Sales taxes rebound in February
Sales tax revenues to Barry County cities and the county logged a major rebound in February, erasing significant declines in January.
Read MoreSales taxes rebound in FebruaryAurora man charged with rape, sodomy
Walker being held on $100K cash bond for alleged crimes BY KYLE TROUTMAN ktroutman@cassville-democrat.com An Aurora man is facing four felony charges after allegedly committing sex acts with a minor.…
Let it blow!
Gordon Bennett, 8, of Wheaton, blows a handful of dry snow, part of the more than 7 inches fell Feb. 19-20 in Barry County.
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Good deed recognized
On Feb. 19, the Barry County Judicial Center was closed due to hazardous road conditions and dangerously cold temperatures. During this time, a family noticed that the sidewalks had not been cleared and took it upon themselves to assist.
Read MoreGood deed recognizedSale of old Purdy city hall again proposed
The Purdy City Council received a second inquiry about selling the former city hall building, prodding city leaders to revisit the question.
Read MoreSale of old Purdy city hall again proposedFEMA updating county Flood Insurance Rate Map
90-day appeal period began Feb. 19
Read MoreFEMA updating county Flood Insurance Rate MapAngling for Sa-TROUT-day
An eagerly-awaited harbinger of Spring arrives Saturday — the opening of catch-and-keep trout season at Roaring River State Park. Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe will be on hand to shoot the Opening Day gun at 6:30 a.m., a time-honored, ceremonial tradition, usually performed under less-than-optimal temperatures.
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Barry, McDonald County authorities share info
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