Barry County
Man charged with rape, dissemination of images
A Golden man has been arrested and charged with three felonies relating to alleged sex crimes.
Purdy firefighters join southeast Missouri rescue efforts
Responding to the statewide emergency call, Purdy Fire District firefighters sent a team recently to Iron and Reynolds counties in southeast Missouri to assist in rescues due to flooding along the Black River in southeast Missouri.
A fine night on the prairie for a picnic
Veteran area musician Dewayne Bowman and his band entertained the Stones Prairie Picnic crowd with classic country music selections. Bowman, second from left, on guitar, and Randy Vanderpool, right, on bass provided vocals. Steve Matlock, at left, played steel guitar and Johnny Winter, center right, played percussion.
Publisher View — Kyle Troutman: See you at the polls!
In less than a week, Barry County voters will have their say on numerous local races and issues, as well as a few prominent constitutional amendments — all of which have the potential of maintaining or altering the future paths of our county and state.
Letter to the Editor — Kathy Casey: Memories of Melton’s letter inclusion, assistance
I am sure many people have stories relating to The Advertiser and Emory Melton. It was a sad day when Emory was gone and no longer in charge.
Through the Years, July 29
50 YEARS AGO — THREE IN A BOOTH: While mom marks her ballot in the polling booth, in this case, Marilyn Peters has company in the person of her two daughters, Christine and Catherine.
News Briefs, July 29
The monthly Wheaton Road District Meeting will be held on Aug. 4 at 5 p.m. at the Wheaton Road District barn on Highway A across from Holmes Farm Supply.
Legacy lost
A 60-year-old publication started by the late State Sen. Emory Melton ceased operations on Thursday. Operating since 1966, the Advertiser in recent years mailed to more than 13,000 mailboxes for free in Barry County, providing a robust news product alongside advertising and other informational and special sections.
Barry County Prosecuting Attorney Questionnaire: Andrew Cole
A victim of a crime is likely going through one of the worst periods in their life. It is the role of the Prosecutor’s Office to communicate with victims from the beginning of the case through its final resolution. Victims should receive understandable information about charges, court dates, plea offers, sentencing and any significant developments.
Barry County Prosecuting Attorney Questionnaire: Amy Boxx
Crime victims or their family receives a packet of information when a case is filed. They are then signed up for notifications through the court system regarding all hearing dates. Questions are answered as they arise and meetings are conducted to ensure they are kept aware of the stage of the case.
