Stories from Friday, June 1, 2018

The Southwest Missouri Council of Governments (SMCOG) is contracted with the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) to facilitate a regional Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC). Each year, the TAC prioritizes transportation needs on the state system within the region. This prioritization process enables the state to be better prepared for transportation funds that become available...

Monett has a new school superintendent, following a marathon board meeting on Wednesday. Board President Darren Bass declined to name the successful applicant for the school district's top position, pending finalization of a contract. He planned to meet with Ransom Ellis III, the school district's attorney, to complete working out contractual details on Thursday so that an announcement could be made on Monday...