Monett Monthly News

Southwest Missouri Wild Game Feed draws crowds
Among silent auction prizes scrutinized by visitors at the Southwest Missouri Wild Game Feed was this veteran deer hunting item display, with wind directional supplies, a stuffed turkey, and a shotgun. Pictured are Jeremy Do of Stark City, rear center, with sons Tatum, Kash, at front, and Trace at right.
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

3rd annual Fly-in educates about airport
Monett residents gathered in June for the third annual Fly-in event at the Monett Regional Airport.
City mulls Main Street money
The Monett City Council focused primarily on the Main Street program during its regular June meeting.

New home, new hope
The Monett area Fuller House Center invited the community to join them at the beginning of June to help break ground on House No. 15, giving new hope and a new home to one local family.