Cassville
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)
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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.
Sales tax income slides in October
Barry County’s cities and county entities collecting sales tax in October took a sharp downturn.
Friends of the Library facilitate fun
Cash Davis, 10, of Cassville tosses a ring at a two-liter bottle while playing one of the games at the annual Friends of the Library Carnival at the Cassville Branch Library on Oct. 24.
