Cassville
News Briefs, July 1
The Cassville Senior Center will host a special presentation of Quilts of Valor to previously nominated veterans on July 10 at 11 a.m. during the lunch hour.
Publisher’s View — Kyle Troutman: An experience and a pride
Thursday through Saturday, I left our little corner of Missouri to enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience, sharing in the love of the world’s game as we approach our 250th birthday as a nation.
Community Voices — Lynn Hilburn: First one out of the boat
George, sitting in his rocking chair on his front porch at his heavenly home looks over to his wife, and says, “Well Martha, who would have ever believed that this little experiment in liberty we help set up in 1776 would have lasted two hundred and fifty years?”
Through the Years, July 1
30 YEARS AGO: QUACK! QUACK! — The Wheaton Community Club sponsored a registered duck race June 29 as part of the 45th Annual Wheaton Barbecue.
Year in Photos — Cassville boys soccer
Publisher’s note: Throughout the summer, the Cassville Democrat will feature the best unprinted photos from each team photographed during the 2025-2026 athletics seasons. — KT
Disciples of Jesus return to park for Bible studies
Members of the Disciples of Jesus come together for prayer following a Bible study at the Cassville City Park on Friday. Started by the First Baptist Church youth group last year, the Disciples of Jesus will meet weekly at the park at 6:30 p.m. on Fridays. The group posts updates on their Instagram account, @Disciples_of_jesus9. Kyle Troutman/[email protected]
Woman charged with trafficking fentanyl
A Cassville woman has been charged with two felonies for allegedly trafficking fentanyl.
Ordinance aims to lessen pedestrians in intersections
The city of Cassville has passed a new ordinance aimed at giving police a tool to manage individuals panhandling or fundraising at intersections in the city.
News Briefs, June 24
The monthly Wheaton Road District Meeting will be held on July 6 at 5 p.m. at the Wheaton Road District barn on Highway A, across from Holmes Farm Supply.
Publisher View — Kyle Troutman: Preparing for the primaries
Almost everywhere you turn in recent weeks, whether driving through town or navigating the winding roads of southern Barry County, you are sure to see one or more political signs in a yard, intersection or other highly visible place along your drive.
