Kyle Troutman
Monett Area Workshop celebrates employees
The Monett Area Workshop, now in its fourth year as part of SWI (Springfield Workshop Inc.) Industrial Solutions, recently celebrated its annual Employee Appreciation Day. Employees now number 63, almost three times the number from when SWI took over. Director Rob Walker stressed many whose families thought they could not work now have jobs. “Let us decide,” he said, encouraging persons with disabilities to visit at 204 S. Central in Monett. Employees had burgers as their meal of choice and received certificates for their years of service. Walker, standing, presented a certificate to Kimmie Davis of Monett, who has been employed at the Workshop for 46 years. “Companies understand you are valuable,” Walker told the workers. “Companies count on you. You are the best workshop in the state.”
News Briefs, Sept. 10
The Southwest Missouri Wild Game Feed will host a hunter education skills class from 1-5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 13, at the Tom Wolfe Memorial VFW Post.
2,500 enjoy 40-car carnage at Rotary Demolition Derby
Smoke poured from the engine compartment of Exeter resident Payton Beck’s vehicle, disabled during action in the compact class at the Cassville Rotary Demolition Derby on Saturday.
Big plays not enough to top Mustangs
Big plays provided plenty of excitement for Cassville (0-2) on Saturday, but difficulty stopping McDonald County’s offense combined with a struggle to move the ball led to a 32-20 loss to the Mustangs on the road.
Haven of the Ozarks Pet of the Week, Sept. 10
Sugar S. is an adorable red heeler mix. Her date of birth is May 2. She is a sweet young pup who would like to find her forever home now. Adopters can complete an application at www.havenoftheozarks.org/adopt. No appointment is needed.
Phyllis Marie Fulton
Phyllis Marie Fulton, 83, of Houston, Texas, passed away on Monday, September 1, 2025, at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas.
Barbara Lee “Barb” Travis
Barbara Lee “Barb” Travis, 76, of Cassville, Mo. passed away Friday, August 29, 2025, at her home.
Mighty Mites season starts
Sixth-grade Mighty Mites against Republic.
Southwest spikers 3rd at Verona Volleyball Invitational
The Southwest volleyball team finished third in the 10-team Verona Tournament Saturday. The Lady Trojans defeated Golden City, Gloria Deo Academy and tied Thomas Jefferson before losing to Lockwood and Galena, who played for the championship.
Vehicle catches fire by Aquatic Center
A vehicle caught fire on Sept. 2 in the parking lot of the Cassville Aquatic Center.
