Cassville
123 accept diplomas at Cassville
Cassville's class of 2026 — 123 members strong — celebrates completing high school with confetti and the traditional mortarboard hat toss to cap off Sunday's commencement ceremony at Wildcat Stadium.
Cassville High School hosts first Field Day
Junior contestant Diego Habara passes the sophomore team after a high stakes school kick ball competition during the Cassville High School field day.
County sales taxes generally up in April
For the third month in a row, sales tax revenues to cities in Barry and Lawrence counties have gone in opposing directions.
Kyle Troutman: A moment to brag
As the school year comes to an end and graduation season is in full swing, I want to take a moment to brag.
Merlyn Johnson: Education funding — We’ve been here before
As a superintendent — and just as important, as a taxpayer here in Barry County — I want to share a timely perspective on decisions currently being made in Jefferson City that will directly impact our students, our staff, and our community.
Through the Years, May 6
30 YEARS AGO: HUSE WINS FIRST AT BIG 8 — Senior Wildcat track star Jeremy Huse placed first with his 14'0" pole vault at last week's Big 8 district competition at East Newton.
Health Department appoints new administrator
The Barry County Health Department has announced the appointment of Brianna Meyer as the new Administrator, effective April 13.
Moments shared at Parade of Graduates
Cassville graduate Ava Hinson, right, hugs her sister, kindergartener Aria Krueger, during the Parade of Graduates at the Cassville school district last week.
Soroptimist Club donates to 8 local organizations
The Soroptimist Club of Barry County has announced the club has awarded $5,000 in grant money through the annual Dreams in Action grant program. Grant recipients included: Pregnancy Care Center, Dress A Girl, Barry County Youth Camp, Community Care Coalition, Cassville Middle School Backpack Program, Cassville School District Success Program, Lives Under Construction Boys Ranch and Life Change. The Dreams in Action grant is available for non-profit organizations (501c3 status) that make a positive impact on the lives of women and children in Barry County.
Stoufer signs to pitch for Crowder
Cassville softball pitcher Aubrey Stoufer will continue her career in the circle, signing recently to play for Crowder College in Neosho.
