Monett Fire Department turns 120

The Monett Fire Department marked its 120th anniversary on March 27, commemorating the occasion with a department dinner, and looking back at the history of the department's humble beginnings and consistent growth.
Ozark Festival Orchestra Pops Concert April 12
The Ozark Festival Orchestra will conclude its 46th season of concerts in Monett at 3 p.m. on April 12 with the annual Marty Beckwith Memorial Pops Concert, held this year at the Monett High School Performing Arts Center.
Barry County Health Corner: Detailing the Environmental Program
The community hears about the Health Department’s Environmental Program and thinks, “Oh, you mean the health inspector.”
Relief Society Birthday Celebration

On March 8, International Women’s Day, 50 women gathered at the Monett Missouri Stake Center of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to celebrate the birthday of the global women’s Relief Society, founded in March 1842, to give relief to those in need.
Hall of Fame worthy

It was never a consideration. At no time did the thought of career honors or personal glory — let alone a hall of fame induction — cross the mind of Daryl Bradley when he entered in the coaching field and began at Monett High School.
Monett soccer off and running
The spring soccer season is off and running, and Monett looks to grow with a solid group of returning talent and a focus on fitness and fast-paced play.
Trio of athletes graced with awards

The high school basketball season has officially ended in Missouri, but the time for award has just begun.
Spring into the Museum

The Monett Historical Society and Museum jumped into spring this March with a focus on plants in Monett.
The importance of resurrection
The 15th Chapter of I Corinthians is one of the greatest passages in the entire Bible.
News Briefs, April
Food Truck Friday will be this Friday, April 3, starting at 11 a.m. at the Glen and Sharon Garrett Pavilion.



