Monett

From Monett to All-American
Joey Semerad, Monett alumnus and former Missouri High School state wrestling champion, earned NCAA Division II National Championships All-American honors with a seventh-place finish in the wrestling championships in Indianapolis, Ind., last month.
In her prime at 55, Monett dirt ready to fly
The sounds of loud motors and fan-packed stands will soon invade town, as the Monett Speedway is set to open its 55th consecutive racing season.

‘Matilda’ magic made in Monett
Miss Agatha Trunchbull, played by Ada Bluel, and students stare in shock at a message from her brother in the Monett High School Theatre Department’s rendition of Roald Dahl’s “Matilda the Musical.”
City raising water, sewer rates
Monett City Council held a public hearing before the March regular council meeting to hear public input on changes to water and sewage rates.

Watercolor artist making a splash
Local artist Tina Arnall is making waves with her watercolors around southern Missouri. Arnall is gaining attention with her scenes depicting popular locations from Monett and surrounding areas.

Take a stroll through the ‘Story Room’ at Historical Museum
The Monett Historical Society invites children to spring into reading this April by visiting “Betty’s Story Room” in the Monett Historical Museum.
Monett schools review facility improvements, Family Center plan
Facility improvements and expansions at the Monett school district took center stage at the March board meeting, as well as the recognition of board members in honor of School Board Recognition Month.

How ‘bout that Cub!
Keith Gregory, of Willard, owner of Grizzly Mountain Saw Works, puts the finishing touches on a new Monett Cub piece carved from the trunk of a Pin Oak removed from the northeast corner of Burl Fowler Stadium.
Megan Hope: Kudos for February coverage
I would like to commend Monett Monthly for your excellent article, “Proposed legislation strikes fear in Monett residents,” in the February issue.
Hang a basket, save a life
The Cox Monett Hospital Auxiliary bringing colorful bouquets to the Mother’s Day season with its eighth annual hanging basket sale.



