Cassville Democrat

11/27/2025

COMMUNITY VOICES — JEREMIAH BUNTIN: Back on Nov. 25, 1941, a 19-year-old by the name of George Walker Gordon died about 7 miles southwest of Monett. The cause listed on the death certificate by Dr. Elburn A. Smith was pellagra due to lack of food. The newspapers and radio stations around the country reported the young man had died from starvation.

Back on Nov. 25, 1941, a 19-year-old by the name of George Walker Gordon died about 7 miles southwest of Monett. The cause listed on the death certificate by Dr. Elburn A. Smith was pellagra due to…

11/27/2025

Having trouble cooking today's turkey? Try these kindergarteners' recipes as a last resort!

From our family to yours — Happy Thanksgiving!

11/27/2025

John and Rose Newman, of Exeter, will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on Dec. 1. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2025/11/26/newmans-to-celebrate-60th/

11/27/2025

On Nov. 2, seven Cassville High School band students traveled to Carthage to audition for the All-District Concert Band and All-District Jazz Band. Their hard work paid off, with six students earning top honors. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2025/11/26/cassville-band-students-shine-at-district-auditions/

11/27/2025

PHOTOS: Cassville 3rd at Marion C. Early tourney https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2025/11/26/cassville-3rd-at-marion-c-early-tourney/

11/27/2025

PHOTOS: $3K raised for local food pantries https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2025/11/26/3k-raised-for-local-food-pantries/

11/27/2025

Missouri State Parks, in partnership with the University of Missouri, is gathering feedback to better understand how our parks and historic sites bring value to visitors and local communities. Anyone who has visited one of Missouri’s 93 state park or historic sites in the past 12 months is encouraged to take the 5-minute survey. Responses are completely anonymous and will help improve visitor experiences while strengthening communities across the state.

Missouri State Parks, in partnership with the University of Missouri, is gathering feedback to better understand how our parks and historic sites bring value to visitors and local communities. Anyone…

11/27/2025

The Ozark Festival Orchestra will continue its 46th season of concerts in Monett at 3 p.m. on Dec. 7, at the Monett High School Performing Arts Center with a celebration of Christmas.

The Ozark Festival Orchestra will continue its 46th season of concerts in Monett at 3 p.m. on Dec. 7, at the Monett High School Performing Arts Center with a celebration of Christmas.

11/27/2025

The Cassville girls basketball team is entering new season with experience, depth and returning production, looking to build on last year’s success and district title game appearance. https://www.cassville-democrat.com/2025/11/26/lady-wildcats-return-5-letterwinners/

11/27/2025

The SHINE Ozarks Homeschool Co-Op Expo will be held on Dec. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Washburn First Baptist Church.

The SHINE Ozarks Homeschool Co-Op Expo will be held on Dec. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Washburn First Baptist Church. The event will offer information about the Co-Op and how families may utilize it.

11/26/2025

For the fifth time in six months, Barry County cities showed gains in sales tax revenues in November, and for the fourth time in six months, countywide taxes have also seen gains.

For the fifth time in six months, Barry County cities showed gains in sales tax revenues in November, and for the fourth time in six months, countywide taxes have also seen gains.

11/26/2025

The Cassville girls golf team has wrapped up a season marked by growth across the board and solid results in multiple events, highlighted by a runner-up finish in the Big 8 Conference tournament.

The Cassville girls golf team has wrapped up a season marked by growth across the board and solid results in multiple events, highlighted by a runner-up finish in the Big 8 Conference tournament.