Police policies queried following ICE arrest
The Monett Police Department (MPD) is trying out a new tactic to aid in the apprehension of lawbreakers: posting their mugshots on the Monett Police Department’s Facebook page.
Monett summer projects completed
The 2025 summer meetings of the Monett School Board saw discussion on facility and staff updates prior to the upcoming school year.
Mini Gilloiz a marquee of Muesum

As the free nights of summer break in 2025 draw to a close, the Monett Historical Society and Museum is looking at how time was spent on the hot summer nights of the past in Monett.
City moving toward new water meter system
The Monett City Council met in July to discuss city utility and city business issues.
Car show shines on July 4

Classic cars took the spotlight at the car show held at the YMCA in Monett on July 4.
News Briefs, Aug. 6
The 100+Women of Barry and Lawrence Counties will meet on Thursday; The 20th Annual Monett Golf Tournament will be held on Friday
Marching toward victories

To most, a 3-7 campaign in 2024 does not seem like much to be thankful for, but for Ben Mauk, Monett football coach, last season was one of establishment and growth.
Ready to roar

While it may be her first season as a head coach, the rich history of Monett softball flows through the veins of Kaesha George.
Work hard to play hard
Over the last 15 years, no team has won as many games at Monett as its soccer squad. There are two main contributing factors to that success: first, the stability and leadership of head coach Cristobal Villa (211-123-1); and second, quality athletes giving their all for the program.
Sheila Harris: Where mercy collides with law

I first went to work for George’s Processing before the turn of the century. I quickly learned what others may only suspect: it’s not a job for the faint of heart, nor one to be chosen unless necessity dictates. If my supervisor hadn’t told me that “people like me” didn’t make good chicken plant employees, I wouldn’t have lasted. Instead, I picked up the gauntlet.



