Barry County

Through the Years, May 20
30 YEARS AGO: A BITTERSWEET GOODBYE — Cassville High School graduates Britt Stimson and Noelle Edie, pictured on the left, succumb to a tearful embrace following Friday night's commencement activities.

Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, May 20
Say hello to Wilbur! He was found as a stray, but he was already neutered when brought to us.

Freeman signs to Culver-Stockton
Southwest volleyball’s leader in kills and aces is taking her talents to Canton, as she has signed a letter of intent to play volleyball at Culver-Stockton College next fall.

3 Southwest track athletes advance to state
Southwest seniors Tobias Smith and Dylan Frost, as well as sophomore Sidney Roe, have each qualified for the MSHSAA Class 2 Track and Field Championships following their performances on Saturday at the Class 2 Sectional at Buffalo High School.

Devotional Column — Jeff Fugitt: How Christ brings meaning to life
Rootedness is a good thing. I’ve recently been transplanting some flowers and vegetables and have been reminded of the connections we as human beings have that, like roots, nourish our…

61 cross graduation stage at Southwest
A total of 61 Southwest High School tossed their caps amid a sea of confetti to end the commencement ceremony at the school on Friday.
Legion spearheading Hometown Heroes effort
The American Legion Post 118 and the City of Cassville are honoring local veterans through the Hometown Heroes Banner Program, a community initiative designed to recognize active duty, retired and honorably discharged service members with personalized banners displayed throughout the city of Cassville.

44 tassels turned in Purdy
A total of 44 Purdy graduates celebrate their accomplishment with confetti, silly string and the traditional hat toss at Purdy's graduation on Saturday.
Man charged for shooting at home
An Arkansas man is charged with a pair of felonies after allegedly shooting at a residence from a vehicle in the Eagle Rock area.
Man charged with stealing, attempted to sell fishing gear
An Eagle Rock man is charged with felony stealing after allegedly attempting to sell stolen fishing equipment to a local outfitter.




