Barry County
Wheaton schools proposes bond issue
The Wheaton school district has proposed a no-tax-increase bond issue on the April 7 ballot, aiming to address aging infrastructure while freeing up general funds for operations use.

Area residents say, ‘No Kings’
75 people attend first-of-its-kind rally on courthouse square By Sheila Harris [email protected] About 75 people lined Cassville’s Main Street in front of the courthouse on Saturday to protest the policies…

Community Voices — Merlyn Johnson: Implications of SB3 could create financial challenges
As the April 7 election approaches, Barry County residents will see Senate Bill 3 (SB 3) on the ballot.

Through the Years, April 1
— 30 YEARS AGO: A boost for computer literacy— Money raised through a Cassville P.T.A. fundraiser was used to purchase eight Power Macintosh personal computers and software for the elementary library.

Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, April 1
Sweet Georgia wants to find her forever humans soon. She is a medium sized Pointer/Lab mix. Her date of birth is July 15, 2025. She is good with other dogs, cats and kids. She would be a great addition to your family.

Focused on food
Harvick Farms, situated along State Highway 76/112, on the south edge of Cassville, is shifting its business model this year toward becoming a community food resource: a cooperative outlet where area farmers and producers can sell their goods.
News briefs, April 1
The Cassville Community Collective has announced upcoming Adult and Infant CPR/AED/First Aid Classes for the Cassville community.

From 4 to 14
The Wheaton girls basketball team took a leap forward this season, improving its win total and making a district championship appearance.
Washburn seeking public safety sales tax
The city of Washburn is asking voters to approve a one-cent sales tax for public safety, aiming to use the revenues for staffing, equipment and a possible office for the police chief outside of City Hall.
Man charged for high-speed chase
A Purdy man is facing two felonies and four misdemeanors after allegedly fleeing from a highway patrolman and a Barry County Sheriff’s Office deputy, then crashing on Farm Road 1040




