Monett Monthly News
Eggs fall, then found at annual Eggstravaganza
Monett Fire and Rescue dropped the eggs for this year's Eggstravaganza event held at New Site Church April 4 in celebration of Easter.
Board changes after election
The Monett School board looks slightly different following the April 16 board meeting with the exit of two board members and the introduction of two new members.
City continues charter pursuit
The city of Monett is continuing to move forward with plans to restructure city government.
Football players volunteer at Monett Historical Museum
The Monett Historical Society and Museum is getting work done to connect Monett residents to the town’s history as new displays and projects get underway.
Fits dazzle at Monett Prom
Monett High School held its annual Prom recently, with students attending dressed to impress.
Fuller house breaks ground on 16th home
The Monett Area Fuller House Center welcomed the community to join in breaking ground on House No. 16.
News briefs, May 6
The 100+Women of Barry and Lawrence Counties will meet on May 7 from 6-8 p.m. at the Barry-Lawrence Regional Library, located at 2200 Park St. in Monett.
First on Front returns for 2026 Season
The highly anticipated First on Front event series is back for 2026, continuing a beloved tradition that has brought the community together since 2018.
Chamber announces awards
The Monett Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated its biggest night with the annual membership banquet on March 5 at the Monett City Park Casino. Awards for the year were presented, outgoing board members recognized, and new board members elected.
South Building to come down
The March 17 Monett School Board meeting focused much of its time discussing the “next big project” in the district, the demolition of the South Building located on the former high school/middle school campus.
