hunger
10th Annual Home Run Against Hunger this month
The number of Missourians facing hunger would fit into Busch Stadium more than 20 times. Missouri Farm Bureau Insurance recognizes the need to obtain and distribute food to hungry families across the state.

Janet Mills: Seniors shaken by social insecurity
“What is going to become of me?” This question posed over and over again in conversations with senior adults who have expressed their fears and concerns during recent visits to the food pantry.

Cassville Pantry launches ‘Bless Your Neighbor’s Table’ campaign
The holiday season is a time for family, love, and gratitude, a time to gather around the table and share blessings. Yet, for too many neighbors in Barry County, the table remains empty, said Janet Mills, Cassville Pantry director.

Janet Mills: Over the river and through the woods
Over the river and through the woods, to grandmother’s house they come! Hurrah for the fun! Is the pudding done? Hurrah for the pumpkin pie! Spring over the ground like a hunting hound, for here comes Thanksgiving Day! We know that all grandmas just like me are thrilled when it is their turn in the rotation for sons and daughters to journey all the way from the big city and come home to partake of the country life for Thanksgiving. It is grandma’s job to set the stage, dust off the furniture, plan the meals, fluff the pillows, and prepare activities to enhance the joys of country life for her urban visitors.