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Construction is moving rapidly on the latest Habitat for Humanity house in the 500 block of West Logan.

Monett resident Jane James shared the history of the 54- year-old miracle called “Barry County Youth Camp” as she recently addressed Monett Lions Club. James humorously and emotionally recalled the beginning of the camp project created to give opportunity to local children who could not financially enjoy the benefits of a summer camp experience...

Tyson Foods in Monett has awarded a $2,500 grant to Monett Community Outreach, the organization running the Monett Community Kitchen, to continue its work for another year.

New Site Baptist Church of Monett held it’s annual “Lite In The Nite” indoor trunk or treat event Wednesday, Oct. 30 in the New Site Church Gym. Although cold temperatures and misty conditions had descended upon the area, New Site saw a record breaking 1,700 people pass through their gym during the event, significantly more attendees than in previous years. ...

John and Janet Mareth, Mt. Vernon, and Rodney and Lisa Green, Pierce City, announce the engagement of their children, Brooke Mareth and Brian Green. Mareth is a graduate of Mt. Vernon High School, Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College and Missouri State University. She is employed as a Veterinary Technician at Dake Veterinary Clinic...

The Monett City Council issued a proclamation on Oct. 18 honored Dave Sims, wastewater plant and water treatment plant operator, in conjunction with the recognition Sims received from the Missouri Public Utilities Alliance. The alliance honored Sims at its fall meeting for the significant contribution he has made to the city of Monett...

An update on educations opportunities in Monett made possible through Drury University provided discussion for a recent meeting of the Monett Lions Club. Rhonda Schilly, site director of Drury's Monett campus, opened her presentation by recalling her father had been an active member of the Lions Club for more than 20 years and she recounted some of his fondest memories with the club...

CRIMINAL • Charles N. Brand, failure to register vehicle, misd. B, fined $130. • Flavio R. Castro, non-support, misd. A, one year in Lawrence County Jail, SIS, one year unsupervised probation. • Nechaia M. Coatney, speeding, misd. C, fined $60. • Efrain Galindo, two counts of non-support, misd. A, suspended imposition of sentence (SIS), two years unsupervised probation...

An Aurora High School educator was honored as a Hometown Hero Sept. 13, during afternoon ceremonies hosted by Bubby Manuel of the Modern Woodmen of America.

The Booth Brothers gospel trio, known for their appearances on the Gaither Homecoming Tour, will appear at the Monett High School Performing Arts Center at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 1, as part of the annual show offered by the Signature Concerts organizers...

On Oct. 2-4, the Monett High School Class of 1955 came together in Monett to celebrate the 64th year of their graduation and share many memories. Classmates had much to relive and details to share about their lives. Activities included a social time at the home of Gale and Rose Huffmaster, Monett, on Wednesday evening. ...

Students at Monett Middle School on Oct. 16 heard 14 speakers present information of a wide range of topics beyond the classroom, including self-esteem, leadership, online safety and inclusion during MMS Awareness Day.

In October, Verona Elementary students learned about respect as part of character education.

The Purdy R-2 School District’s annual Pink Out activities brought in a record-breaking total of $1,550 this year, to be given to Wheaton’s Power of Pink, a foundation that assists area women battling breast cancer. Founded in 2010 by Janice McCracken, the Power of Pink will host its 10th anniversary walk/run in May. In its first decade the Power of Pink has raised over $180,000 and touched the lives of over 30 local women...

Three students were recently honored for being the top students for the quarter at Trinity Lutheran School in Freistatt.

A total of 28 students at Trinity Lutheran School in Freistatt have been recognized for perfect attendance in the first quarter of the school year.

Trinity Lutheran School in Freistatt has announced students who earned all A’s for the first quarter.

The Monett High School Class of 1959 recently held its 60th class reunion with 20 members attending all or part of the festivities. On Friday evening, the group gathered at the home of Mike and Phyllis Garrett, where they enjoyed snacks and visitation...

Rehearsals are in full swing for the 2019 Purdy High School Musical. Eagle performers will take the stage to present “Thoroughly Modern Millie, Jr.,” an abbreviated version of the Broadway show, on Nov. 1 and 2. Performances will be held each evening at 7 p.m.in the district’s Performing Arts Center on Highway C. Tickets are $5 each and will be sold at the door...

Officials at Monett Elementary School have chosen Students of the Month for September.

Monett-based Jack Henry & Associates has announced Shanon McLachlan will be appointed president of its Symitar division. After an extensive interview process, McLachlan was selected to replace long-standing Symitar President, Ted Bilke, when Bilke assumes the company's chief technology officer role on Nov. 15...

The Glass Shop at 327 S. Madison in Aurora recently had a ribbon cutting ceremony, hosted by the Aurora Chamber of Commerce.

Monett-based Jack Henry and Associates (JHA) has announced Mark Forbis, its executive vice president and chief technology officer will retire on Nov. 15, and named promotions to address the vacancy. Effective with Forbis' retirement, the company will appoint Ted Bilke as its CTO and elevate Greg Adelson to chief operating officer position on its executive team...

The Monett Chamber of Commerce cut a ribbon this week for the Brown Bag Break Room at 600-H Dairy Street, which has introduced its new Grab-and-Go dinner service.