Monett Monthly News
News Briefs, April
Food Truck Friday will be this Friday, April 3, starting at 11 a.m. at the Glen and Sharon Garrett Pavilion.
Historical Society reviews connections, displays
The Monett Historical Society held its February membership meeting with a focus on connecting locals to their past through new and ongoing displays and events at the Monett Museum.
City weighing options on Charter
Monett City leaders made a decision in February to cancel a planned reorganization of city government.
Beef producers see upbeat outlook
Beef producers shared insights on production and strategies for success at the annual Beef Cattlemen’s Conference, hosted by the Monett Area Chamber of Commerce and the University of Missouri Extension Service on Feb. 24 at the Monett National Guard Armory.
44 donate at blood drive
A community blood drive hosted by the American Red Cross on Feb. 9 drew strong local support, with 44 donors giving blood to help meet ongoing medical needs.
Monett dairy conference looks at risks
Dairy producers heard concerns about herd maintenance and market trends during the annual Monett Dairy Conference, held Feb. 24 at the Monett National Guard Armory, a joint effort by the University of Missouri Extension Service and the Monett Area Chamber of Commerce.
‘Orphan Train’ exhibit at local library
One local library is bringing the past to life in Lawrence County with a traveling exhibit called “All Aboard the Orphan Train.”
News Briefs, March
The Monett Senior Center, located at 405 Dairy St., will host the Red Bandana Dulcimers on March 6 at 11:15 a.m.
Amazon facility taking shape
Here’s a recent view of the Amazon warehouse under construction in Monett. At right is Chapell Drive. At bottom is the Tyson Foods hatchery. At top is the Monett Speedway.
One last overpass
The city of Monett aims to start work this year on an overpass project approved six years ago, adding one final bridge over railroad tracks in city.
