Monett Monthly News
Burks appointed executive director of Monett Area Chamber of Commerce
The Monett Area Chamber of Commerce announced the appointment of Jasmine Burks as Executive Director, effective May 14.
News Briefs, June 4
The second First on Front concert for the year will be held on Friday, June 6, from 6-9 p.m. at the pavilion on Front Street. The event is free to attend, presented by First State Bank, and will feature live, local music and food trucks.
Proposed CAFOs ruffle residents’ feathers
Concerned residents of Lawrence and Newton Counties are bringing attention to what they believe is a lack of adequate regulation for Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs), poultry operations in particular.
Resurfacing project on Highway 37, Business 60 in Monett to begin week of June 8
Drivers can expect lane closures and occasional traffic delays on Missouri Route 37 and Business 60 in Barry and Lawrence counties through Monett for a resurfacing project beginning the week of June 8, the Missouri Department of Transportation said.
Save lives and support local charities at the Monett Charity Challenge Blood Drive on May 27
Community Blood Center of the Ozarks (CBCO), the only provider of blood, plasma and platelets for patients at 45 area healthcare facilities, is calling on the Monett community to make an impact during the first-ever Monett Charity Challenge Blood Drive on May 27. The drive will take place at the Monett Area YMCA from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Utility rate hikes could help fund wastewater plant work
The Monett City Council held its regular meeting on April 10, officially approving raising rates for city water and sewage.
Monett School Board reorganizes
The Monett School Board looks slightly different following a reorganizational meeting in April.
Recalling the years of berries in Barry
Monett was once ‘Strawberry Capitol of the World’ By Jessica Breger Special to the Monett Monthly The city of Monett has become well known over the years as a railroad…
DNR to hold public meeting for CAFO concerns
According to a press release from the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), in response to recent requests and concerns raised about the proposed locations or operation of seven Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs) in Lawrence and Newton Counties, the DNR has scheduled a public hearing for Thursday, May 29, from 4:30-6:30 p.m.
