Barry County
Buddy Bass winners named
Oct. 5 marked the 46th Annual Homer Sloan Buddy Bass Tournament, a Shell Knob event on Table Rock Lake that has been bringing anglers together since 1980.
Purdy schools review finances, teaching strategies across district
The Purdy school board approved its audit and reviewed teaching strategies at its November meeting.
Barry County Health Corner, Dec. 3
The Barry County Health Department announces a contract continuance to provide WIC services for federal fiscal year 2025-2026 has been signed with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.
Lady Eagles finish at 8-20-1
The Purdy volleyball team finished its season with eight wins, completing a campaign led by only one senior and with one junior on the squad.
Exeter eyes growth behind veteran core
With four returning starters and a blend of experience and new energy, the Exeter girls basketball team expects cohesion and versatility to take center stage.
Purdy hoops looks to turn corner
Purdy girls basketball coach Stephanie Heman enters her second season at the helm hoping a year of experience — and a bolstered schedule — will help the Lady Eagles turn a corner.
50 years in the mix
Fifty years after mixing his first load of concrete, Corles “Corky” Stehlik said the success of Barry County Ready Mix hasn’t come from big corporate strategies or flashy equipment — it’s come from grit, loyal customers and the ability to keep things running, even when the parts weren’t perfect.
Purdy approves equipment replacement
The Purdy City Council addressed infrastructure issues and dog challenges at its Nov. 12 meeting.
Sales tax income mixed in November
For the fifth time in six months, Barry County cities showed gains in sales tax revenues in November, and for the fourth time in six months, countywide taxes have also seen gains.
Ozark Festival Orchestra Christmas concert Dec. 7
The Ozark Festival Orchestra will continue its 46th season of concerts in Monett at 3 p.m. on Dec. 7, at the Monett High School Performing Arts Center with a celebration of Christmas.
