Cassville
News Briefs, Nov. 11
The Eagle Rock Community Association will host the Fall Harvest Dinner on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This Thanksgiving meal is provided with only a free will donation. The meal will be at the Association’s building, located at 27824 Hwy. 86 in Eagle Rock. All are welcome to attend.
Publisher’s View — Kyle Troutman: Reverence
In this week’s issue, we’ve put a special focus on veterans — more so than we’ve done in years. Our top story is about Larry Gann, a retired U.S. Army colonel who grew up in Golden and on Saturday was inducted into the Arkansas Officer Candidate School Hall of Fame.
Community Voices — Merlyn Johnson: Great things in November
Great things continue to happen in Cassville as we begin November. Our Wildcats are in the midst of postseason football, learning continues in classrooms across the district, and students are honoring those who have served our country. These efforts share a common thread: people who show up and give their best.
Through the Years, Nov. 11
30 YEARS AGO: LOCAL WAR HEROES WERE HONORED — Veterans were honored Monday during the eighth annual Veteran's Day Assembly hosted by Cassville High School.
Not done yet
For the second consecutive year, Cassville will face Seneca in the Class 3, District 6 championship — this time at Wildcat Stadium.
Cassville completes season of rejuvenation
Things looked a little different for the Cassville softball team this season after making program history with a fourth-place finish in Class 3 in 2025.
FOOTBALL LIVE UPDATES: Cassville v Mt. Vernon, Nov. 6 (C3, D6 Semifinal)
This week's district semifinal action is brought to you by Security Bank of Southwest Missouri — set your sights on championship-level finances by banking with Security.
Sweet treats, big wins on Halloween
Brielle Handy may be only 22 months old, but her old lady costume had candy-givers fooled at the Cassville Mill Street Church of Christ Trunk or Treat on Saturday. With Brielle are her parents, Blane Handy and Megan Handy, of Monett. Delivering candy to the young elder was Janelle Kelley, at right.
Homeless camps addressed
The city of Cassville has been working with property and business owners to address increasing reports of activity relating to homelessness, including multiple tent camps, property theft and pilfering of trash containers.
Stars shine at The Show!
Jackson Crain, portraying Frank Sinatra, sings "New York, New York" to open The Show, with a Viva Las Vegas theme, at the Cassville High School Performing Arts Center on Oct. 24.
