Stories from Tuesday, June 21, 2011

The Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED) has granted an Enhanced Enterprise Zone (EEZ) designation to Barry County, according to a press release issued by the Missouri DED on June 9. "Approval of the EEZ puts Barry County on a more level playing field to compete with counties that adjoin us," said Cherry Warren, Barry County presiding commissioner. "In today's world businesses and industries are going to go where advantages like the EEZ are available."...

The Missouri High School Baseball Coaches Association has released the All-State teams for the 2011 season. In Class 3, Monett catcher Jake Smith received honorable mention. Cassville's Ricky Nichols was selected as a first team All-State infielder...