Two top positions at the Tyson Foods complex in Monett have been filled. David Young, who has been serving as plant manager, has been named the new complex manager. Young has been with Tyson for more than 20 years.... >>

It was an evening of laughter and tears as 53 graduates bid farewell to the hallowed halls of Pierce City High School on Sunday. Coach Matthew Street was the class speaker for the event. "As a class, your journey hasn't... >>

Carole Hamm, R.N., Monett Elementary School nurse, has been named the 2012 School Nurse of the Year. Hamm was chosen from 130 nominations honoring nurses in southwest Missouri for their efforts. Hamm was nominated by one of... >>

Monett's Relay for Life held its annual Survivors Dinner in celebration of the fight against cancer. The spaghetti dinner was prepared by Relay committee members and Terri Kreuger. Various prizes were awarded to survivors... >>

Purdy Farm Center is celebrating 40 years in business on Friday. Owners of the business, Gary and Judy Davis, said the facility had been a fixture in the Purdy community for almost 100 years. "My dad bought it 40 years ago... >>

National Police Week will be observed from May 13 through May 19, with thousands of police officers set to converge on Washington D.C. to honor those who have died in the line of duty. The event, which originated with... >>

The 17th annual Relay for Life was held Friday and Saturday at Burl Fowler Stadium in Monett. The fundraiser for the American Cancer Society was back in its original location, moved from South Park, due to construction of... >>