Cassville

Through The Years, Oct. 8
50 YEARS AGO: ELEPHANT RIDE AT CIRCUS — Despite constant rain showers Sunday, Cassville Lions Club officials estimated over 1,600 persons attended two performances of the Al Kelley Circus here. Jack Chansley, president, and Phil Hutchens, secretary, said the club was even successful in parking cars on the American Legion Grounds in such a manner that none got stuck.
Dale Stillings: Gratitude goes to the city
I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to the City of Cassville, especially Richard Asbill and Mike Hagins, for their recent efforts on Walnut Drive.

Homecoming Parade marches through town
Tyra Sturgell throws candy to waiting gradeschoolers at the Cassville Homecoming Parade on Friday.
News Briefs, Oct. 8
There will be a BBQ Cook-Off at The Gathering Place in Purdy on Oct. 18.

FOOTBALL LIVE UPDATES: Cassville v Mt. Vernon
Live updates this week are sponsored by Exeter Corn Maze, now open and creating memories in Barry County!

Wildcats run away with win
The Cassville football team flexed its muscle on Friday, putting up its highest point total of the season with a 42-14 victory over visiting Harrisonville.

Sheila Harris: Imagine unity
I recently remembered a phrase from a prayer that I heard in the church of my childhood: “Endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit, in the bond of peace.”

58 play pickleball in Cassville Community Foundation Pickleball Tournament
Cassville student Ellis Hobbs chases down a ball during a match in the Cassville Community Foundation Pickleball Tournament on Saturday at the Cassville City Park.
Cassville mother: ‘Justice system has failed my daughter’
A Cassville mother is speaking out about a recently adjudicated criminal case in Barry County, believing her juvenile daughter's victim rights were violated and hoping to spur action to prevent similar situations in the future.

Inaugural Mini Masters draws 13 putters
A total of 13 individuals took part in the inaugural Mini Masters Tournament at Zone 4 Mini Golf & More recently, including members of the Pro Mini Golf Association and the Branson-based Show Me Putters.