Monett Monthly News
Mixed bag of sales tax revenue in 2025
In 2025, more than $48.7 million in sales and use tax revenues came to the 13 bi-county cities, two county governments, the two county emergency services boards, and the two ambulance districts operating in Barry County.
GO CAPS group presents plan for new scoreboard
Students took center stage at the Monett School Board meeting on Jan. 16.
4 speak opposing re-zoning proposal
The Monett City Council kicked off the new year in a new space, as it held its first council meeting at the newly renovated City Annex Building on Jan 8.
Griggs leaving animal control for Dept. of Ag.
Monett Animal Control Officer Karen Griggs, a member of the Monett police Department for nearly 10 years, is leaving the organization for a new position.
Cox Monett Hospital welcomes Dr. Ally Loveland to inpatient care team
Cox Monett Hospital is pleased to welcome Ally Loveland, DO, to its inpatient care team.
Valentines for the ages
Take a romantic stroll down memory lane at the Monett Historical Society and Museum this month, as it displays local valentines from the past.
Stellwagen, Meeks crowned Rose Royalty
Zoey Stellwagen, left, was crowned Rose Homecoming Queen, and Alex Meeks was crowned Rose Homecoming King.
Monett opens City Annex building
The Monett city government has opened the Monett City Annex at 100 S. Maple St. for meetings, conferences, and training sessions.
OFO Young Artists perform Feb. 22 in Monett
The Ozark Festival Orchestra will continue its 46th season of concerts in Monett at 3 p.m. on Feb. 22, with the annual Young Artists concert at the Monett High School Performing Arts Center, featuring four area young people appearing as soloists with the OFO, plus more international works showcasing the full ensemble.
News briefs, February
The 100+Women of Barry and Lawrence Counties will meet on Feb. 5 from 6-8 p.m. at the Barry-Lawrence Regional Library, located at 2200 Park St. in Monett.
