Jeremiah Buntin: Isolated incidents and an Ozarker’s measure
When searching for local history, some interesting places to explore are newspapers in other states.
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Opinion
Melissa Hamilton: From the garden
Barry County Community Garden in Cassville has blossomed into a vibrant hub for local residents seeking to connect with nature, promote healthy living, and strengthen community ties.
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Jeff Fugitt: Balancing Biblical teachings with public discourse
I have had several conversations of late with folks concerning how we connect our understanding of biblical teachings with the public discourse around current events.
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Recently, things have begun to change in my life and those around me.
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Morgan Williams: The uncharted journey of becoming a chamber director
No matter how much someone warns you, nothing truly prepares you for becoming a chamber director.
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Janet Mills: O’ possum – are you awesome?
If you’ve ever been out in the dark, maybe taking out the trash or heading to the barn, and locked eyes with a possum, you know the feeling.
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Kyle Troutman: If you see something, say something
In recent weeks, I have read more heinous probable cause statements than I would like.
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Kyle Troutman: A super winner
On Feb. 13, 2024, I wrote a column about the inspiration behind the Kansas City Chiefs’ back-to-back Super Bowl wins, praising the team’s never-quit attitude in the comeback win and being the Grim Reaper when things were grim, to paraphrase Coach Andy Reid.
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Sheila Harris: His House series — Residential program changes families’ lives
If you’re like me, you might be finding it hard to look away from the drama unfolding on our collective national stage right now. I admit to feeling frozen in place, mesmerized by the daily — often hourly — breaking news stories.
Read MoreSheila Harris: His House series — Residential program changes families’ livesKatelynn Bowen: A call for child care accessibility
Dear Editor: Childcare in the U.S. is broken, and Barry County is no exception.
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