Barry County
Lady Trojans produce 19-win season
The Southwest girls basketball team turned in one of the program’s most successful seasons in more than a decade, finishing with a 19-8 record and one tournament title.
News Briefs, March 11
O C the Quilts is a judged quilt show presented by the Ozark Country Quilters of Cassville/Monett. In addition to over 200 items displayed, there will be a quilt turning, demonstrations, vendors, boutique, opportunity quilt, special exhibits and knife/scissor sharpening.
Making memories, crafting traditions
After firing the gun to open catch-and-keep trout season on Sunday, Larry Quinalty reflected on the experience as more than 2,000 anglers cast their first lines of the year, surmising making memories — like shooting the gun — was the most important thing Roaring River State Park has to offer.
Star City Bridge to be replaced
The historic, iron Star City Bridge — located just north of the end of U Highway on Barry County Farm Road 1142 — is slated for replacement.
Exeter man dies in train-versus-car collision
An Exeter man died after his vehicle collided with a train at 1:20 p.m. on Feb. 20, three quarters of a mile north of Purdy.
Barry County Health Corner: What your child’s blood lead test means
The blood lead test tells you how much lead is in your child’s blood.
Through the Years, March 4
40 YEARS AGO: AT THE FINISH LINE — Cassville Cub Scouts Jeff Crumpler and Lane Truman are shown watching their Pinewood Derby entries finish a heat.
Man who called to file report arrested for meth
An Eagle Rock man who called authorities to file a report was arrested for alleged possession of methamphetamine.
Celebrate Agriculture: Thank a Farmer Week
The changing economy illustrates how agriculture impacts citizens lives now more than ever, a Missouri Farm Bureau press release said.
Craig promoted at Security Bank of Southwest Missouri
At Security Bank of Southwest Missouri, customers depend on clear systems, trusted leadership and a team that shows up ready to serve, said Jon Horner, bank CEO.
