Monett

Scoreboard, Feb. 11
Cassville posted a 2-1 overall record, including a pair of Big 8 wins, in a three-game effort last week. The Lady Wildcats traveled to rival Monett on Feb. 2, where both teams entered the game at 13-5 and battled back and forth for three quarters before finally creating a little space in the final frame, going on to win the game 57-47.
Monett man charged with murder
A 33-year-old Monett man is being held in the Barry County jail on no bond after allegedly shooting a woman to death on Dec. 20 at an apartment complex in Monett.

Drury hosts first multicultural fair in Monett
Drury University, Monett Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Monett partnered to create an inaugural Culture and Community Event.

Drury Leadership Summit explores strategies
Three prominent area business leaders spoke on cultivating successful leadership strategies at Drury University’s 14th annual Leadership Summit in Monett on Nov. 13 at the City Park Casino.
City approves ordinance for possible commission
The Monett City Council took the next steps in re-organizing the city government during its Nov. 13 meeting.

Monett athletes collect postseason hardware
While the fall sports season has officially given way to winter, the time of postseason honors for fall athletes has been fruitful.
Raymond Ticknor: Is Heaven perfect?
God loves and created everything in our world with goodness so that we might love God in return.

A sweet display at the Museum
The Monett Historical Society and Museum is decorating for the holiday season, inviting locals to wander by the many Christmas tree displays throughout the building.

Monett chess teams earn top. finishes at Fall 2025 Forsyth Open
Monett chess teams earned top honors at the Fall 2025 Forsyth Open, held Nov. 1, at Forsyth High School.
Master’s program available for teachers
Monett schools will soon be adding new learning opportunities for their teachers.



