Barry County
Purdy school board studies facility needs
The Purdy school board reviewed pressing facilities needs and updates on operations at its September meeting.
JAG learns trees at Community Garden
The Barry County Community Garden hosted 20 youth in the Cassville High School Jobs for America’s Graduates program. Master Gardener Skip Easter gave a demonstration on fall tree planting and an overview of what a forester does as a job.
Barry Electric Cooperative Breaks Ground on Office Expansion
Barry Electric Cooperative has announced the groundbreaking of a significant office expansion project, adding over 5,000 square feet to its headquarters.
Jordan Troutman — TroutMom says: ‘Thank you for picking me, every day, I love you’
What a week I have had. First, and most importantly, my wonderful husband and I celebrated five years of marriage on Thursday, Oct. 16. More on that in a moment.
Michelle Hilburn: Fall into season’s readings
Even though summer temperatures are still lingering, the calendar says that fall has arrived, and I couldn’t be happier.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Oct. 22
Meet beautiful Burrito! Burrito was found abandoned in the Cassville Walmart parking lot. So many people tried to help her, but she was still waiting for her person, who sadly never came back. Finally, one young lady offered her a burrito, and she got right in her car.
News Briefs, Oct. 22
Beginning with the 2026 election cycle, candidates will need to submit form 5120 online. The link for Form 5120 can be accessed through the DOR website at sa.dor.mo.gov/candidate-affidavit.
New digs delight in Haven’s 30th year
Local animal shelter plans to build indoor/ outdoor dog kennels
Through the Years, Oct. 15
30 YEARS AGO: Pictured are “man on the street” quotes from community members following the opening of the new Cassville High School building on Highway Y. The question asked is, “What do you like about Cassville’s new high school.”
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Oct. 15
Meet sweet Jency. She is a mixed breed pup. Her DOB is 6/18/25. Sadly, Jency and her 4 siblings were dumped at an apartment complex. They are receiving the love and care they need now at the Haven, but they deserve a better life with their own family.
