Monett Monthly
Sooter Scoops proving to be teacher fave at Monett School District
Isaac Sooter, assistant superintendent of curriculum at Monett School District, introduced board members to a teacher favorite — Sooter Scoops — ice cream treats dispensed monthly among educators as he and instructors have a casual visit concerning educational methodologies that seem to be successful among students, and discuss ways to improve student success.

Vanderpool returns from serving
Allyson Vanderpool, granddaughter of Teresa and Kevin Lucas, Monett, recently returned from serving 18 months in the California Arcadia Mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Reed to give service
Porter Reed, Monett, son of Jim and Mary Reed, will be serving for two years in the Philippines Tacloban Mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, beginning in August.

Biking across America
A dream to sustain a family legacy has inspired former Monettan Andrew Rausch to take his bicycle this summer and ride across the country.

Lions roar into 80th year
One prominent organization in Monett is celebrating this year, as the Monett Lion’s Club celebrated its 80th anniversary in late May.

Jack Henry marks 50 years in business
On June 2 and 3, the financial technology company Jack Henry in Monett marked its 50th anniversary with special activities and commemorations.

Dropping by, flying in
Crowds at the fourth annual fly-in event in Monett got to explore numerous aircrafts that frequent the airport.

Cubs football schedule set
After finishing the 2025 season with a 5-6 record, the Monett football team will look to take another step forward in year three under head coach Ben Mauk.

Jared Lankford: The stars of the crown
For Eliza Hewitt, becoming an educator was her life’s ambition and passion.
Devotional Column — Raymond Ticknor: A new way of seeing
In recent times in the latter days of the second half of my life, God has opened·my eyes to a new way of seeing.



