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News in brief News In Brief (05/17/13) The Monett High School Class of 1973 will hold a reunion meeting at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 18 at the home of Connie Jarvis, 604 School View. For information, call Elaine Litchfield at 417-772-6191 or e-mail mhscubs_73@yahoo.com The Pleasant Ridge Special Road District commissioners will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, May 20 at the Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church, on Highway Z, in the church basement... News in Brief (05/16/13) The annual meeting of the Zion Memorial Cemetery will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 26, conducted by Pastor Terry Pitts, at the intersection of Farm Roads 1080 and 2150 in Lawrence County. A basket dinner will be served at noon. Body of Christ Outreach Ministries Center in Wheaton will host southern gospel recording artists Second Generation in concert at 7 p.m. ... News in Brief (05/15/13) Hobbs-Anderson American Legion will host a spaghetti dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. on May 16 at the Post, 717 E. Broadway. Cost is $5 and $3 for children under 12. All branches of the Barry-Lawrence Regional Library will be closed on Monday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day... News In Brief (05/13/13) Nicholas Drew Roberts, son of J.D. and Denice Roberts, is a member of the Top 10 percent of the Class of 2013 at Monett High School. His name was inadvertently left off the original list. Booth space is avaliable for the second annual Purdy Festival on Saturday, July 20. Vendors can set up on July 19 or the day of the festival. For information, call Laura Hensley at 417-442-3217 ext. 277 or go to purdyfestival@yahoo.com... News in Brief (05/10/13) A luncheon will be presented by the VFW Post #4207 Ladies Auxiliary from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15 at the Post on West Highway 60. The menu will include roast pork with stuffing, gravy, green beans casserole, salad, dessert and beverage. Cost is $6... News in Brief (05/09/13) The Verona Tillers and Toilers Garden Club and the FFA Chapter will be holding their annual plant and bake sale from 1 to 4 p.m. on Friday, May 10, and from 8 a.m. to l p.m. on Saturday, May 11 at the high school agriculture complex, at the north side of the high school. Ten tables of house and garden plants and baked goods and a well-stocked greenhouse full of plants will be available... News in Brief (05/06/13) A public forum on closing Ninth Street, between Cleveland and Scott, will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 7 at the Monett Middle School auditorium. Public input concerning these potential changes is sought. The school district is seeking the safest physical environment for students crossing Ninth Street for educational purposes throughout each school day. For more information, call Superintendent of Schools, Brad Hanson, at 235-7422... News In Brief (05/03/13) St. Mary's Home and School will hold a spaghetti dinner, art show and silent auction on Friday, May 3. Dinner begins at 6 p.m., with the art show and auction at 7 p.m. The Monett Kiwanis Club will have a pancake supper from 5 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 9 at the Monett Area YMCA Event Center. Tickets are $4 for adults and $2 for children 12 and under. Proceeds will support children's programs in Monett... News in Brief (05/02/13) The 141st birthday of author Harold Bell Wright will be celebrated with refreshments from 1:30 to 4 p.m. on Saturday at the Harold Bell Wright Pierce City Museum, located at 404 N. Walnut. The 10th anniversary of the May 4, 2003 tornado in Pierce City is commemorated at the museum also... News in Brief (05/01/13) The Scott Regional Technology Center will hold its 17th annual Recognition Night at 7 p.m. on May 2 in the Monett High School gym. Parents and friends are welcome. The Cox Monett Hospital emergency room main entrance will be closed beginning Sunday, April 28 until Thursday, May 2 to install new flooring. The main entrance for will be through the ambulance entrance during this time. Staff will help direct patients to the temporary entrance... News in Brief (04/29/13) The Monett Chamber of Commerce will hold a ribbon cutting at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, May 1 at Arvest Bank, First Street and E. Broadway. The Scott Regional Technology Center will hold its 17th annual Recognition Night at 7 p.m. on May 2 in the Monett High School gym. Parents and friends are welcome... News In Brief (04/26/13) The Cox Monett Hospital emergency room main entrance will be closed beginning Sunday, April 28 until Thursday, May 2 to install new flooring. The main entrance for will be through the ambulance entrance during this time. Staff will help direct patients to the temporary entrance... News in Brief (04/24/13) The Monett Chamber of Commerce will hold a ribbon cutting at 11:45 a.m. on Thursday, April 25 at Denali Dreams, located at 316 E. Broadway, for the new used bookstore. A chamber membership mingle will follow at noon. The Revelators family gospel ensemble will perform at the Body of Christ Outreach Center in Wheaton on April 27 and 28. Activities on Saturday begin at 7 p.m. and will be held at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, call 417-652-3709... News in Brief (04/22/13) A Salad Luncheon Extravaganza, offered annually by the St. Lawrence Parish Council of Catholic Women, will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, April 24, at the St. Lawrence Church parish hall. Cost is $7 and may be purchased from a church member of at the door... News in Brief (04/19/13) A surprise covered-dish dinner will be held to honor Linn Thornton (Santa Claus) for his many years of serving the community with holiday dinners and Christmas gifts for children on Saturday, April 20 at the Boy Scout pavilion at Monett City Park, next to the playground, The event begins at 1 p.m. Those attending are asked to bring a covered dish. Meat and a celebratory cake will be provided. For more information, call 236-0222... News in Brief (04/18/13) A surprise covered-dish dinner will be held to honor Linn Thornton (Santa Claus) for his many years of serving the community with holiday dinners and Christmas gifts for children on Saturday, April 20 at the Boy Scout pavilion at Monett City Park, next to the playground, The event begins at 1 p.m. Those attending are asked to bring a covered dish. Meat and a celebratory cake will be provided. For more information, call 236-0222... News in Brief (04/17/13) A surprise covered-dish dinner will be held to honor Linn Thornton (Santa Claus) for his many years of serving the community with holiday dinners and Christmas gifts for children on Saturday, April 20 at the Boy Scout pavilion at Monett City Park, next to the playground, The event begins at 1 p.m. Those attending are asked to bring a covered dish. Meat and a celebratory cake will be provided. For more information, call 236-0222... News in Brief (04/15/13) The Cox Monett Hospital emergency room main entrance will be closed beginning at noon on Friday, April 12 and Monday, April 15 to install new flooring. The main entrance for patients and visitors will be through the ambulance entrance during this time. Staff will direct patients to the temporary entrance... News in Brief (04/12/13) The Cox Monett Hospital emergency room main entrance will be closed beginning at noon on Friday, April 12 and Monday, April 15 to install new flooring. The main entrance for patients and visitors will be through the ambulance entrance during this time. Staff will direct patients to the temporary entrance... News in Brief (04/11/13) The Cox Monett emergency main entrance will be closed beginning at noon on Friday, April 12 until Monday, April 15, to install new flooring. The main entrance for patients and visitors will be through the ambulance entrance during this time. Staff will help direct patients to the temporary entrance. For more information, call 417-354-1409... News in Brief (04/10/13) Preschool screening for the Purdy R-2 School District will be held from 3:45 to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, April 15. Screening will last no more than one hour. Appointments can be made by calling Mrs. Ball at 417-442-9087. The Barry County E-911 Operations Center will hold an open house from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, April 19 in honor of National Telecommunicator Week. Refreshments and cake will be served during the event, and attendees will have the opportunity to tour the operations center... News in Brief (04/08/13) Habitat for Humanity, Monett/Purdy affiliate, will meet at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, April 9, at Grant's restaurant in Monett for the annual meeting. The poll question on http://www.mo.gov asks residents to identify their favorite trout fishing park is in Missouri. Local people can show their appreciation for Roaring River State Park by going to the website and voting... News in Brief (04/04/13) Vietnam Veterans Chapter #1023 will meet on Sunday, April 7 at Grant's restaurant in Monett. All veterans are welcome. For information, call Paul at 471-271-3835. A spaghetti dinner will be offered on 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, April 18 by Hobbs-Anderson American Legion at 717 E. Broadway. Cost is $5. Carry-outs are available... News in Brief (04/03/13) The 13th annual Mt. Vernon Rotary Benefit Car Show will be held on Saturday, April 6 at the Mt. Vernon Arts and Recreation Center (The Marc), located at 822 W. Business Loop. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. and judging starts at 11 a.m. Awards ceremony starts at 1 p.m. For more information, call Dick Highfill at 417-489-2496... News in Brief (03/29/13) Christ United Methodist Church in Monett will host an Easter sunrise service, beginning at 6:30 a.m. on Sunday, March 31. A breakfast will follow the service at 7:15 a.m. Heno Head and the congregation extend an invitation to the public to attend. The church is located at Maple and Pearl streets, behind AutoZone... News in Brief (03/28/13) Christ United Methodist Church in Monett will host an Easter sunrise service, beginning at 6:30 a.m. on Sunday, March 31. A breakfast will follow the service at 7:15 a.m. Heno Head and the congregation extend an invitation to the public to attend. The church is located at Maple and Pearl streets, behind AutoZone... News in Brief (03/27/13) Monett Main Street will host a meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 27 p.m. in the Community Room of the Monett Chamber of Commerce, 200 E. Broadway. Allen Casey, of Casey Architecture, will lead a discussion on the advantages of designating a portion of downtown Monett as a Historic Preservation District. ... News in Brief (03/25/13) The Monett Kiwanis Club will hold its quarterly evening meeting open to the public at 6 p.m. on March 26 at Big Baldy's Barbecue, east of Hickory and Highway 60. Ron Hearst, meteorologist for KY3 television, will be the guest speaker. Cost is $10 per person and includes the meal... News in Brief (03/22/13) The Monett Kiwanis Club will hold its quarterly evening meeting open to the public at 6 p.m. on March 26 at Big Baldy's Barbecue, east of Hickory and Highway 60. Ron Hearst, meteorology for KY3 television, will be the guest speaker. Cost is $10 per person and includes the meal... News in Brief (03/21/13) The Monett Jaycees will hold their annual easter Egg Hunt at 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 23 in the main field at South Park, south of the tennis courts. A program on seasonal allergies and what is safe for cardiac patients will be presented at 2 p.m. on Friday, March 22, at Mercy Hospital, 500 Porter in Aurora. Pharmacist Margaret Wolf will speak. For more information, call 417-678-7878... News in Brief (03/20/13) State Representative Scott Fitzpatrick will host a public forum at 6 p.m. on Friday, March 22 at the historical courthouse in Cassville. The Monett Ministerial Association will continue its weekly Lenten services at noon on March 20 at the First Baptist Church in Monett. Rev. Paul Lanning will be the speaker. A light lunch will be served following the program... News in Brief (03/18/13) Capt. Amanda Self, director of the Missouri National Guard ROTC program at Missouri Southern State University, will speak at the noon meeting of the Monett Kiwanis Club on March 19 at Happy House restaurant. The Monett Ministerial Association will continue its weekly Lenten services at noon on March 20 at the First Baptist Church in Monett. Rev. Paul Lanning will be the speaker. A light lunch will be served following the program... News in Brief (03/15/13) Lutheran High School North, of St. Louis, presents its Concert Band Spring Tour at 7 p.m. on Friday, March 15, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Freistatt. The Purdy City Council has called a special meeting for 5:30 p.m. on Monday, March 18, having lacked a quorum on March 11. Eleven new law enforcement ordinances are scheduled for consideration... News in Brief (03/14/13) A program on seasonal allergies and what is safe for cardiac patients will be presented at 2 p.m. on Friday, March 22, at Mercy Hospital, 500 Porter in Aurora. Pharmacist Margaret Wolf will speak. For more information, call 417-678-7878. The Southern Missouri Beekeepers of Monett will hold their regular meeting on March 19 at the First United Methodist Church, 1600 N. ... News in Brief (03/13/13) Lutheran High School North, of St. Louis, presents its Concert Band Spring Tour at 7 p.m. on Friday, March 15, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Freistatt. A spaghetti dinner will be offered from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 21 at Hobbs-Anderson American Legion Post, located at 717 E. Broadway in Monett. Plates are $4 for adults and $3 for children under 12... News in Brief (03/11/13) The Monett Ministerial Association's weekly series of Lenten services will continue at noon on Wednesday, March 6 at New Site Baptist Church, southwest of Monett. Dennis Burge will be the speaker. A light lunch will be served following the service. Lutheran High School North, of St. Louis, presents its Concert Band Spring Tour at 7 p.m. on Friday, March 15, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Freistatt... News in Brief (03/08/13) The Monett Ministerial Association's weekly series of Lenten services will continue at noon on Wednesday, March 6 at New Site Baptist Church, southwest of Monett. Dennis Burge will be the speaker. A light lunch will be served following the service. The Chris Stark Memorial 5K and 10K Run will be held at 8 a.m. ... News in Brief (03/07/13) The annual meeting of the Waldensian Cemetery Association will be held at 7 p.m. on Monday, March 18 at the church, located at 2250 Farm Road 1080 south of Monett. Booth space is still available for the annual Business Expo hosted by the Aurora Community Chamber of Commerce from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 23 at Aurora High School. For more information, call 417-678-4150... News in Brief (03/06/13) Community Blood Center of the Ozarks will hold a blood drive from noon to 4 p.m. on March 8 at Mercy Hospital-Aurora and from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, March 13, at Pierce City High School. The Southwest Missouri Tea Party will meet at 1 p.m. on Friday, March 8 at the VFW in Shell Knob... news in Brief (03/04/13) The Monett Ministerial Association's weekly series of Lenten services will continue at noon on Wednesday, March 6 at the Chapel of Grace. Doyle Carroll will be the speaker. A light lunch will be served following the service. The Monett Senior Citizens Center will host a St. Patrick's Day dance from 7 to 10 p.m. on Monday, March 4. Admission is $3. Music will be provided by the Fun Timers Band. The center is located at 405 Dairy St... News in Brief (02/28/13) The Monett Ministerial Association's weekly series of Lenten services will continue at noon on Wednesday, March 6 at the Chapel of Grace, Doyle Carroll will be the speaker. A light lunch will be served following the service. The VFW Ladies Auxiliary will host a luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, March 6 at the Post, located on West Highway 60. The menu will include corned beef with cabbage, boiled red potatoes and carrots, cornbread, salad, dessert and beverage. Cost is $6... News in Brief (02/27/13) The Lawrence County Health Department will hold food service training workshops from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on March 1 at the department office, 105 W. North St. in Mt. Vernon. Cost is $10 per participant. Call 417-466-2201. Pierce City summer ball season sign-ups will be held on Friday, March 8, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. ... News in Brief (02/25/13) The Community Blood Center of the Ozarks will hold a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 25 at Mercy Hospital in Cassville, and from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 27 at Cassville High School. The Monett Ministerial Association's weekly series of Lenten services will continue at noon on Wednesday, Feb. 27 at the First United Methodist Church, located at 1600 N. Central. Pastor Vicki Evans will be the speaker. A light lunch will be served following the service... News in Brief (02/22/13) The McDowell Jubilee has been rescheduled to Saturday, March 2. A financial aid workshop on "How to pay for college?" will be offered at 4 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 25 at the Scott Regional Technology Center amphitheater, sponsored by Crowder College. Students and parents are welcome. Refreshments will be provided. For reservations, call Kathi Skaggs at 236-2895... News in Brief (02/21/13) The Monett Knights of Columbus will host a fish fry from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 22 and for the next three Fridays in the parish hall at St. Lawrence Catholic Church. Cost is $7 for adults and $6 for seniors. A program on protecting homes and farms from crime will be offered at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 25 at the Marionville Library Branch by Corporal Krissa Smith and Dawnielle Robinson with the Marionville Police Department... News in Brief (02/20/13) Monett High School Parent Support meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Feb. 27 in the school commons. Discussion will focus on upcoming student events, including Project Prom. Parents and guardians are encouraged to attend. Registration is now open for Boys Baseball Tournaments at The Sandlot (formerly Mickey Owen). ... News in brief (02/18/13) The Monett Historical Society monthly meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 19 at 705 E. Broadway. For more information, call Doug Hobson at 235-5908. The VFW Post Ladies Auxiliary will host a luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 20. The menu will include breaded pork chop, scalloped potatoes, a vegetable medley, salad, dessert and beverage. Cost in $6. The Post is located on Highway 60, west of Monett... In Brief (02/15/13) Eagle watching is planned for Saturday, Feb. 16 at Roaring River State Park near Cassville. The Monett R-1 Schools will not be in session on Monday, Feb. 18 for the February break. The Mt. Pleasant Benefit Special Road District commissioners will meet at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 22 at the Freistatt fire station... news in brief (02/14/13) The first meeting for the 2013 Monett Strawberry Festival will be held at 6 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 18 at Denali Dreams, 314 E. Broadway. Anyone interested in helping to organize the event or sharing ideas is welcome. The Goulds, a gospel trio from Joplin, will perform at the 10:30 a.m. service on Sunday, Feb. 17, at the First Baptist Church in Monett and at 6 p.m. at the Monett Fundamental Methodist Church, located at 810 13th St... News in brief (02/13/13) The Monett R-1 Schools will not be in session on Friday, Feb. 15 and Monday, Feb. 18 for the February break. The Barry County Genealogical and Historical Society will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 18 at the Barry County Museum on Highway 112, on the south side of Cassville. ... News In Brief (02/11/13) The Monett Special Road District commissioners will meet on Monday, Feb. 11 at 5 p.m. in the conference room of the Monett City Hall, located at 217 Fifth Street A seed swap for vegetables, herbs and flowers will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. March 11 through 14, and 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on March 15 and 16 at the Mt. Vernon Branch of the Barry-Lawrence Regional Library, 206 W. Water St... News In Brief (02/08/13) The Chatty Crafters will meet at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 9 at the First Christian Church in Purdy. New participants are welcome and encouraged to bring their own projects. For more information, call 417-498-2202. The Barry County Council on Aging Board of Directors will meet at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 26 at the Cassville Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, 1300 County Farm Road. For more information, call 417-342-1391... News In Brief (02/07/13) The Monett City Council will hold a work session at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 7 to meet with Monett R-1 School District representatives to discuss the Ninth Street traffic study. The Chatty Crafters will meet at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 9 at the First Christian Church in Purdy. New participants are welcome and encouraged to bring their own projects. For more information, call 417-498-2202... News In Brief (02/06/13) The Southern Missouri Beekeepers of Monett will hold their regular meeting at 7 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 1600 N. Broadway. Step by step instructions and an introduction to beekeeping DVD for beginners will be shown. Hive placement will be discussed. For more information, call John Schmidt at 235-7726 or Steve Ostertag at 235-7989... News In Brief (02/04/13) The Monett City Council will hold a work session at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 5 to meet with Barry County Commissioner Gary Schad at Monett City Hall. The Monett Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony at 2:15 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 8 for the new location of Four States Dental Care at 825 Highway 60, Suite F... News In Brief (02/01/13) A spaghetti dinner will be offered by Hobbs-Anderson American Legion Post #91 from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 21 at the Legion Home, located at 717 E. Broadway. Cost is $5, $3 for children under 12, and carry-outs will be available. Proceeds help Legion youth programs... News In Brief (01/31/13) A "sweetheart dance" is planned for 7 to 10 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 4, at the Monett Senior Center, 405 Dairy St. The Fun Timers Band will provide music. Participants are encouraged to bring potluck or finger food. Admission is $3. A Super Sunday Party with the Eagles Aerie #3948 at 18896 Farm Road 2185, north of Aurora, will begin at noon on Sunday, Feb. 3. The $7 admission and all you can eat treats will benefit the Childrens' Advocacy Center... News In Brief (01/30/13) The 12th annual Christopher Foundation Gospel Celebration will be held on Saturday, Feb. 2 at the First Baptist Church, 12325 E. Highway 86 in Neosho. A chili/hot dog supper will begin at 5 p.m., followed by singing at 5:30 p.m. Music will feature the Old Friends Quartet, Corky Long, Shepherd's Own and the FBC Neosho Group. Proceeds benefit public awareness and support in the pediatric cancer fight. For more information, contact Cathy at 417-451-1434... News In Brief (01/28/13) The Barry County Soils and Crops Conference will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 29, at the community center in Butterfield. Gregg Bailey from Community National Bank will speak on agriculture lending. Livestock specialist Dona Goede will speak on timed artificial insemination. A panel will discuss pasture forage systems. The free meal begins at 6:15 p.m. followed by presentations. For more information, contact the Extension Office at 417-847-3161... News In Brief (01/25/13) The Monett City Council will hold a work session at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 23 to discuss the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2013-14. The meeting will be held in the City Hall conference room. An "E-Reader Class" will be held at the Monett Branch Library, 213 Sixth St., at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 31. This is an opportunity for those with E-Reader devices to learn helpful tips on using them. For more information, call the library at 417-235-6646... News In Brief (01/24/13) The Pierce City Senior Center will host a dance with the Fun Timers Band at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 24. Admission is $3. Finger foods are welcome. Ebenezer Baptist Church will host an Old-Fashioned Day service on Sunday, Jan. 27, beginning with worship at 10 a.m. A dinner will be served following services. At 1 p.m., special singing will be offered by three different groups. The church is located two miles north of Monett on Chapell Drive (Farm Road 1090)... News In Brief (01/23/13) The Community Blood Center of the Ozarks will hold blood drives from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 23, at Cox Monett Hospital, 801 N. Lincoln, An "E-Reader Class" will be held at the Monett Branch Library, 213 Sixth St., at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 31. This is an opportunity for those with E-Reader devices to learn helpful tips on using them. For more information, call the library at 417-235-6646... News In Brief (01/21/13) The Community Blood Center of the Ozarks will hold blood drives from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 23, at Cox Monett Hospital, 801 N. Lincoln, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 31 at Aurora High School, 305 W. Prospect. The Barry County Genealogical and Historical Society will meet at 7 p.m. ... News In Brief (01/18/13) The Kings Prairie Special Road District commissioners will hold their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 22 at 7 p.m. at Grant's restaurant in Monett. Preschool and kindergarten screenings will be held at Monett Elementary School on Feb. 5 and on March 5 and 12. ... News In Brief (01/17/13) The Monett Chamber of Commerce will have a membership mingle at the Family Room Steakhouse, 641 W. Highway 60, at noon on Thursday, Jan. 24. A Dutch treat lunch will be available. The Kings Prairie Special Road District commissioners will hold their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 22 at 7 p.m. at Grant's restaurant in Monett... news In Brief (01/16/13) The Pleasant Ridge Special Road District commissioners will meet at 6 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 21 at the Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church, located on Highway Z. The Barry County Geneaological and Historical Society will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 21 at the Barry County Museum, located on Highway 112 on the south side of Cassville. ... News In Brief (01/14/13) The annual Celebration Tea, benefiting the Loaves and Fishes program, is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 26 at the First United Methodist Church, 1600 N. Central. Table hostesses are needed. The Ladies Auxiliary for Tom Wolfe Memorial VFW Post #4207 will host a luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 16. The menu includes: meat loaf, mashed potatoes, brown gravy, green beans, bread, salad, dessert and beverage for $6... News In Brief (01/11/13) The Ozark 7 Music Day will be held on the Purdy High School Campus on Wednesday, Jan. 16. Approximately 175 choir students and 110 band students from area schools will rehearse together in the morning and perform a special concert in the high school gym. The public is welcome to attend the concert at 1:30 p.m. Admission is free. Schools participating in the event include Purdy, Exeter, Southwest, Thomas Jefferson, Verona and Wheaton high schools... News In Brief (01/10/13) John Jacobs and his Next Generation Power Force Team, which has appeared in crusades in 40 countries and appeared on TV with Chuck Norris, will be at the Body of Christ Outreach Ministries in Wheaton at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 19 and for services at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Jan. 20. Admission is free. For more information, contact 417-652-3709... News In Brief (01/09/13) The Monett Special Road District commissioners will meet at 5 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 14 at Monett City Hall. The Southern Missouri Beekeepers of Monett will hold their regular meeting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 15 at the First United Methodist Church, 1600 N. ... News In Brief (01/07/13) The Monett Senior Citizens Center will hold its first dance of the year from 7 to 10 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 7 at 405 Dairy St. The Fun Timers Band will play. Attendees are asked to bring a potluck dish or finger food. A brainstorming session will be held on Jan. 7 at 7 p.m. in the Historic Courthouse in Mt. Vernon to discuss cattle thefts in Lawrence County. Sheriff Brad DeLay, Prosecutor Don Trotter, stockyard owners, University Extension and the County Commission will be in attendance... News In Brief (01/04/13) A dance will be held at the Cassville Senior Center, located at 1111 Fair St., at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 5. The Roaring River Sound band will play. A $4 donation is requested for admission. Finger foods are welcome. Community Blood Center of the Ozarks will hold a blood drive from noon to 6 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 7, at St. Lawrence Catholic Church, 405 Seventh St. in Monett... News In Brief (01/03/13) The Lawrence County Health Department will hold food service training workshops in accordance with the revised county food ordinance from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 4, and from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 11. Sessions are held at 105 W. North St. in Mt. Vernon. To enroll, call 417-466-2201... News In Brief (01/02/13) The Lawrence County Soils and Crops Conference will be held at 7 p.m. on Jan. 3 at the Southwest Research Center, southwest of Mt. Vernon. A steak dinner will be served shortly after 6 p.m. and speakers will begin at 7 p.m. A dance will be held at the Cassville Senior Center, located at 1111 Fair St., at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 5. The Roaring River Sound band will play. A $4 donation is requested for admission. Finger foods are welcome... News In Brief (12/28/12) There will be no Dec. 31 issue of The Times. The next issue will be published on Jan. 2, 2013. A brainstorming session will be held on January 7 at 7 p.m. in the Historic Courthouse in Mt. Vernon to discuss cattle thefts in Lawrence County. Sheriff Brad DeLay, Prosecutor Don Trotter, stockyard owners, University Extension and the County Commission will be in attendance... News In Brief (12/27/12) A brainstorming session will be held on January 7 at 7 p.m. in the Historic Courthouse in Mt. Vernon to discuss cattle thefts in Lawrence County. Sheriff Brad DeLay, Prosecutor Don Trotter, stockyard owners, University Extension and the County Commission will be in attendance... News In Brief (12/26/12) The Pleasant Ridge Road District commissioners will meet on Wednesday, Jan. 2, at the Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church to open bids. For additional information, call 236-4690. The Barry-Lawrence Regional Library branches will be closed on Jan. 1, 2013 in observance of New Year's Day... News In Brief (12/21/12) Monett Hobbs-Anderson American Legion Post #91 will not have a meeting on Jan. 1, 2013. The meeting has been changed to 6:30 p.m. on Jan. 2, 2013. Homes along East and West Crestwood Drive in Monett will have more than 300 luminaries on display on Saturday, Dec. 22. Drive-through viewing will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Crestwood Drive is located on Highway 60, one mile west of Highway 37... News In Brief (12/20/12) The Monett Senior Citizens Center, located at 405 Dairy St., will serve its annual Christmas dinner on Fri. Dec. 21. The Hppy Plunker Ukelele Band, of Springfield, will provide entertainment, beginning at 10:30 a.m. The First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), located at 4th and Wishart in Monett, will hold a Christmas Eve candlelight service at 6 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 24. For more information call the church at 235-7233... News In Brief (12/19/12) The Monett Senior Citizens Center, located at 405 Dairy St., will serve its annual Christmas dinner on Wednesday, Dec. 19. The Happy Plunker Ukelele Band, of Springfield, will provide entertainment, beginning at 10:30 a.m. Homes along East and West Crestwood Drive in Monett will have more than 300 luminaries on display on Saturday, Dec. 22. Drive-through viewing will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Crestwood Drive is located on Highway 60, one mile west of Highway 37... News In Brief (12/17/12) Photos with Santa will be available during the open house at the Monett Rural Fire Association's new fire station, located at 920 E. County Rd. east of the standpipes. The open house will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 19. Pets are welcome. Photos will cost $5 each... News In Brief (12/14/12) Would you like to lose weight but don't know where to start or how to get motivated? Journeys, a 20-week weight management program at Cox Monett Hospital, focuses on mental, physical and emotional health, behavior strategies, stress management, nutrition education and fitness programs. ... News in brief (12/13/12) The Monett/Purdy affiliate of Habitat for Humanity will meet on Tuesday, Dec. 18, at 5 p.m. at the First Christian Church in Monett. The public is invited to attend. The Barry County Courthouse and Judicial Center will be closed on Monday, Dec. 24, and Tuesday, Dec. 25, in observance of Christmas... News In Brief (12/12/12) The Mt. Pleasant Benefit Special Road District commissioners will meet on Thursday, Dec. 20 at 7:30 p.m. at the Freistatt fire station. The public is invited to attend. A Christmas musical, "Get to the Manger," will be presented by Monett Community Church at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 15 and at 9:45 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 16. The public is invited to come early on Saturday evening for a cookie social beginning at 6 p.m. The church is located at 2101 East Cleveland in Monett... News in Brief (12/10/12) Purdy High School students and FCCLA members Jessica Ball and Kaylynn Harkey will make a special presentation to Kathy Geyer, widow of the late Carl Geyer, a beloved teacher at Purdy High School, during the basketball game on Thursday night, Dec. 13. The games begin at 5:30 p.m. Money was raised for pancreatic cancer research through their Purple Power program in memory of their teacher... News in brief (12/07/12) Children's author Karla Lowe-Phelps will be at Denali Dreams, located at 316 E. Broadway in Monett, prior to and after the Christmas Parade on Saturday, Dec. 8. She is the author of "Yama the Llama----Off to Bethlehem" and "Yama the Llama----Off to Jerusalem."... News in brief (12/06/12) Berean Christian Academy will present a "living nativity" at 6, 7 and 8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 7. The program will include live music, refreshments, hay rides and a bonfire. The public is invited to attend. The school is located at 10385 Highway 60, one mile east of Lowe's. For more information, call 236-9088... News in brief (12/05/12) Hobbs-Anderson American Legion Post #91 reminds the public that flags will be flown at half-staff on Friday, Dec. 7 at National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. A pancake breakfast to benefit the Boy Scouts of America will be held from 7 to 10 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 8 at the First United Methodist Church, located at 1600 N. Central in Monett... In Brief (12/03/12) Hobbs-Anderson American Legion Post #91 reminds the public that flags will be flown at half-staff on Friday, Dec. 7 at National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. Cox Monett Hospital administrator Genny Maroc will be the speaker at the Tuesday meeting of the Monett Kiwanis Club, which will be held at noon on Dec. 4 at Happy House restaurant... News In Brief (11/30/12) A luncheon hosted by the Ladies Auxiliary for VFW Post #4207 will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 5, at the Post, located west of Monett on Highway 60. The menu will include meat loaf, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, salads, dessert and drink for $6... News in brief (11/29/12) Purdy Elementary School will hold its Christmas program starring students from grades 3 to 5 at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 29, in the elementary gym. Eagle Echoes will perform. Due to the tremendous outpouring of clothes and merchandise for the victims of the Wheaton Thanksgiving Day fire, Wheaton Fire Chief Bob Lombard has requested that further donations be made in the form of cash or gift cards. ... News in brief (11/28/12) A Christmas party for all military retirees in the Monett area will be held by the 117th Engineer Asphalt Team at noon on Sunday, Dec. 2, at the Monett National Guard Armory. Those attending are asked to call 235-3140 so that adequate preparations can be made... News In Brief (11/26/12) A Christmas party for all military retirees in the Monett area will be held by the 117th Engineer Asphalt Team at noon on Sunday, Dec. 2, at the Monett National Guard Armory. Those attending are asked to call 235-3140 so that adequate preparations can be made... News In Brief (11/24/12) Judges are needed for a wide range of events in the 58th annual Priscilla Bradford Speech Tournament at Monett High School on Friday, Nov. 30, and Saturday, Dec. 1. For more information, call 772-4275. The City of Monett will begin the citywide loose leave pick-up on Monday, Nov. 26. Leaves must be raked to the curb. Pick up will run from the north to the south side of town, with only one sweep per neighborhood. For more information, call the public works department at 235-3495... News In Brief (11/21/12) There will be no school in the Monett R-1 School District on Nov. 21, 22, and 23 for Thanksgiving break. Classes will not be held Monday, Nov. 26 so that teachers can attend Professional Development Day training sessions. The Kings Prairie Community Association will hold an old-fashioned Christmas open house at the historic Kings Prairie school and community center from 6 to 8 p.m. ... News in brief (11/19/12) The Monett Historical Society will have its regular monthly meeting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 20, at 705 E. Broadway. For more information, call 235-5908. The First United Methodist Church in Monett will host its Family one-mile Fun Walk and 5K Run Turkey Trot at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 22, beginning at the church, located at 1600 N. Central. Registration on race day is $20 for runners and $10 for walkers. Registration forms are available on-line at 222.1stumcmonett.com... News in brief (11/16/12) Jack Henry and Associates' Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $.115 per share on common stock, payable on Dec. 17, to shareholders of record as on Dec. 3. The Monett Jaycees will host a fundraising paddle party, chili supper and pie auction at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 20, at the Monett Senior Citizens Center, 405 Dairy. Proceeds will benefit Linn Thornton's Christmas programs... News in brief (11/15/12) Cox Monett Hospital Auxiliary will hold a holiday book fair from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 20 in the hospital's main lobby. A large selection of cookbooks, children's books and gifts will be available. For more information, call 354-1409. United Methodist Men's breakfast will be held at 7 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 16, at Grant's restaurant... News in brief (11/14/12) Letters from Santa are available for the 25th year through the ladies of Gamma Gamma Master Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority. A letter from Santa will be send for $2. Requests, with the name, address, and age of the recipient, should be sent to Letters from Santa, 1008 W. Minor St., Aurora MO 65605... News in brief (11/12/12) The ninth annual Monett Chamber of Commerce Festival of Flavors will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 13 at the First United Methodist Church, 1600 N. Central in Monett. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children. Twenty different restaurants and caterers will provide dining samples, including new healthy options to try. Tickets are in limited supply and can be purchased at the chamber office, 200 E. Broadway, or at the door in any remain... News In Brief (11/09/12) Monett Athletic Booster Club will be hosting a tailgate party from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the practice field near Burl Fowler Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 10. The cost is $4 for choice of sandwich. Prime Cut will be catering the event. The menu will consist of choice of pulled pork, BBQ beef, Booster Club hot dog or hamburger with chips and a drink. All fans are encouraged to attend... News in Brief (11/08/12) All branches of the Barry-Lawrence Reginal Library will be closed on Monday, Nov. 12, for Veteran's Day. A Community Blood Center of the Ozarks blood drive will be held from noon to 6 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 12, at the First Presbyterian Church, 700 Sycamore. A blood drive will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 12 at Pierce City High School; and noon to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 15 at Mercy Hospital-Aurora, 500 Porter St... News in Brief (11/07/12) The Monett City Council will have a quorum when its members meet with the Lawrence County Commission at 10:45 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 7 at the city landfill, northeast of Monett. The two government bodies are meeting to review a proposed road easement... News in Brief (11/05/12) The Monett Booster Club will host a tail gate party at Wildcat Stadium in Cassville at 5 p.m. today, Nov. 5. A hamburger or hot dog meal plus chips and a drink will be available for $3.50. All Cubs fans are urged to attend. A Community Blood Center of the Ozarks blood drive will be held from noon to 6 p.m. ... News In Brief (11/02/12) St. Lawrence Catholic Church Fall Feast will be held on Sunday, Nov. 4 at the parish hall, sponsored by the St. Lawrence Church Parish Council of Catholic Women. The turkey or pork loin dinner, with mashed potatoes, corn, green beans, salad, dessert and beverage will be served from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Cost is $7 for adults and $5 for children 5 to 12. For more information, call 235-3286... News in Brief (11/01/12) Monett Relay for Life committee retreat will be held from 5:30 to 10 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 2 at the First United Methodist Church in Monett. Participants will brainstorm about activities for the year. Barry County Republicans will hold an election-eve rally at the Crowder College campus in Cassville on Monday, Nov. 5, beginning at 5 p.m. A free meal will be provided, catered by Jim Fohn. Several candidates present will speak... News in Brief (10/31/12) The Monett Halloween costume contest will be held at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 31, in the Monett City Hall Auditorium, sponsored by The Monett Times and the Monett Lions Club. A bag of treats will be given to each participants. The public is invited to watch as well as participate... News In Brief (10/29/12) The Monett Halloween costume contest will be held at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 31, in the Monett City Hall Auditorium, sponsored by The Monett Times and the Monett Lions Club. A bag of treats will be given to each participants. The public is invited to watch as well as participate... News in Brief (10/26/12) The Monett community-wide Trunk-or-Treat will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 27, at the First United Methodist Church, located at 1600 N. Central in Monett. Parking is also available at North Park. Activities and concessions will be available... News in Brief (10/25/12) Retired Monett city employees and their wives and husbands will meet on Monday, Oct. 29 at Grant's restaurant, 114 Chapell Dr., at 11:15 a.m. for lunch and visiting. All retired employees and other interested persons are invited to attend. For information, contact Doris Meyer at 235-5469... News in Brief (10/24/12) St. Lawrence Catholic Church Fall Feast will be held on Sunday, Nov. 4 at the parish hall, sponsored by the St. Lawrence Church Parish Council of Catholic Women. The turkey or pork loin dinner, with mashed potatoes, corn, green beans, salad, dessert and beverage will be served from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Cost is $7 for adults and $5 for children 5 to 12. For more information, call 235-3286... News in Brief (10/22/12) A revival featuring the Ledbetter family will begin at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 27 and run through Tuesday, Oct. 30 at Monett Fundamental Methodist church, located at 810 13th St. Danny Ledbetter will speak at the Saturday service at 6 p.m. on Sunday. Grant Ledbetter speaks at 6:30 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday. The public is invited to attend... News In Brief (10/19/12) The Monett Area YMCA will host "Lights On After School," from 5:30 to 7 p.m., on Thursday, Oct. 25 at Central Park Elementary School. The free event will feature inflatable bounce toys, games and snacks, Costumes are optional. The event will help promote the YMCA after-school programs. For more information, call Jeremy Schmidt at 235-8213... News in Brief (10/18/12) Time for the "Glow in the Dark" golf tournament, sponsored by the Monett Kiwanis Club, has been slated for a 7 p.m. tee-off on Friday, Oct. 19 at the Windmill Ridge Golf Course in Monett. Cost for the nine-hole three-person scramble is $30. "Glow-balls" will be provided. To register, call 235-6076... News in Brief (10/17/12) Monett Lodge #129, AF&AM, will hold its annual chicken dinner on Tuesday, Oct. 23 at the Masonic Temple, 13th St. and Glen. Serving times are 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Meals include half a grilled chicken, baked beans, potato salad or cole slaw, dinner roll and a beverage for $6. Tickets are available from any member of the Lodge or at the door. Carry-out containers will be available... News in Brief (10/15/12) A dedication of the Monett/Purdy Habitat for Humanity house at 115 E. Nellie in Monett will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 27. Meet Sharra Meadows and her family. A home tour will be offered and refreshments served. Body of Christ Outreach Ministries in Wheaton will dedicate its new building on Sunday, Oct. 28. The church is moving into the former Gizmo's Event Center on South Highway 86. Activities begin at 3 p.m. For more information, call 417-652-3709... News in Brief (10/12/12) OACAC Head Start is accepting applications for its Head Start program for enrollment in Monett. Full or half-day sessions are available. Families who meet income guidelines and whose children are age 3 or 4 before Aug. 1 are eligible to apply. For more information, call Sandy at 235-8779... New in Brief (10/11/12) Cox Monett Hospital will hold its drive-through flu vaccination clinic in the south parking lot of the Monett Physicians Building from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 27. Enter from Lincoln Street. Cost is $20, cash or check only. This clinic will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 26 in the hospital's main lobby... News In Brief (10/10/12) The Monett High School Class of 1942 will hold its 70th anniversary reunion with the MHS classes of 1940 and 1941 on Oct. 12 and 13. A hospitality room at the Super 8 Motel will be open. A banquet is planned for both evenings at Grant's restaurant. For more information, call 236-9979... News In Brief (10/08/12) The Community Blood Center of the Ozarks will hold a blood drive from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 15 at the Monett Walmart. The Aurora Fibromyalgia Support Group will meet at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 16, in the private dining room at Mercy Hospital-Aurora, located at 500 S. Porter. All interested persons are welcome. Donations are accepted. For more information, call Coralu at 417-678-3580... News In Brief (10/05/12) Downtown Monett merchants will host a sidewalk sale from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6. Dedication plans for the sixth Monett/Purdy Habitat for Humanity house will be made at a Habitat meeting at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 9, at the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), located at Fourth and Wishart... News in Brief (10/04/12) A reception is planned for Brother Bert Ward, from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6 at the Purdy Community Center, celebrating his 50 years in the Christian ministry. A "Glow in the Dark" three-person scramble golf tournament is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 5, at Windmill Ridge Golf Course in Monett, beginning at 8 p.m. Cost is $30 per person. "Glow-balls" will be provided for nine holes of play. Teams can register by calling Mike Knight at 235-6076... News in Brief (10/03/12) Downtown Monett merchants will host a sidewalk sale from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6. Dedication plans for the sixth Monett/Purdy Habitat for Humanity house will be made at a Habitat meeting at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 9, at the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), located at Fourth and Wishart... News in Brief (10/01/12) A "Glow in the Dark" three-person scramble golf tournament is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 5, at Windmill Ridge Golf Course in Monett, beginning at 8 p.m. Cost is $30 per person. "Glow-balls" will be provided for nine holes of play. Teams can register by calling Mike Knight at 235-6076... News in Brief (09/28/12) A "Glow in the Dark" three-person scramble golf tournament is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 5, at Windmill Ridge Golf Course in Monett, beginning at 8 p.m. Cost is $30 per person. "Glow-balls" will be provided for nine holes of play. Teams can register by calling Mike Knight at 235-6076... News in Brief (09/27/12) Due to the size of the crowd expected for the Monett-Cassville football game on Friday, Sept. 28, at Burl Fowler Stadium, Monett High School athletic director Daryl Bradley announced gates will open at 5:30 p.m. He urged Monett fans to arrive early, particularly in light of how well the Cassville fans tend to travel... News in Brief (09/26/12) The VFW Post #4207 Ladies Auxiliary will host a luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 3 at the post, located west of Monett on Highway 60. The menu will consist of meat loaf, mashed potatoes, seasoned green beans, salad, dessert, coffee or tea. The cost is $6... news In Brief (09/24/12) The 28th annual Aurora Auto Fest will be held on Saturday, Oct. 6 at Oak Park on business Highway 60. Booths and crafts will be featured, along with a chili cook-off at 11 a.m. and a rib cook-off at 2 p.m. Max Brown and Bob Toft will provide live entertainment. For more information, call the Aurora Chamber of Commerce at 417-678-4150... News In Brief (09/20/12) The Monett Police Department, with the assistance of the Lawrence County Sheriff's Department and other agencies, will conduct a sobriety checkpoint before Oct. 1. The Monett Police Department takes a strong stance against drunk driving and makes the safety of the Monett citizens, as well as all of the motoring public, their top priority... News in Brief for July 19 (09/19/12) Christ United Methodist Church in Monett is hosting a free hot dog cookout and "God Rules" science show from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 22. The science show will be in the sanctuary. Those attending are encourage to bring lawn chairs for the cookout. The church is located on Maple Street, behind AutoZone... News in Brief (09/17/12) A spaghetti dinner will be hosted by American Legion Post #91 on Thursday, Sept. 20, from 5 to 7 p.m. Cost is $5 for adults and $3 for children under 12, The cost includes salad, dessert and beverage. The Post is located at 717 E. Broadway. All branches of the Barry-Lawrence Regional Library will be closed on Monday, Oct. 8, for the annual staff meeting and training day... News in Brief (09/14/12) Crop producers have until Oct. 1 to purchase coverage through the Noninsurable Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP), which covers low yields, loss of inventory or natural disasters preventing planting. For more information, contact the Barry County Farm Service Agency at 417-847-2111... News in Brief (09/13/12) A reorganizational meeting of Historic Pierce City will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 15, at the Harold Bell Wright Museum, 404 N. Walnut. Anyone interested in participating in projects to preserve and enhance Pierce City's history is welcome to attend... News in Brief (09/12/12) Motorists using Highway 39 in Shell Knob will find traffic signals operating around the clock on the Shell Knob bridge. Work is being done on half of the bridge at a time. Signals are on a five to six minute cycle no matter what time of the day. The Missouri Department of Transportation said drivers not obeying the signal risk a head-on collision with oncoming traffic... News in Brief (09/10/12) A benefit fried chicken dinner for the Jenny Garner Student Memorial in Pierce City will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6 at the Pierce City Senior Center, 104 N. Locust. Cost is $7 per person and $3 for children 10 and under. A truck and tractor pull, sponsored by the Freistatt Fire Department, will be held on Saturday, Sept. ... News in Brief (09/07/12) The Monett Special Road District commissioners will meet at 5 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 10, in the conference room at Monett City Hall, located at 217 Fifth St. The third annual Community Country Fun Fair will be held beginning at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 8, at the Berean Christian School, east of Monett on Highway 60... News in Brief (09/06/12) Jim Staley, who has authored "The Courdins of Val Pellice, a Waldensian Chronicle," a richly illustrated book with photographs on the Courdin family that helped found the local Waldensian Church and develop the Monett community, will be signing copies of his book on Thursday, Sept. 6, at the Monett Museum, located at 705 E. Broadway, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m... News in Brief (09/05/12) Jim Staley, who has authored "The Courdins of Val Pellice, a Waldensian Chronicle," a richly illustrated book with photographs on the Courdin family that helped found the local Waldensian church and develop the Monett community, will be signing copies of his book at the Monett Museum, located at 705 E. Broadway, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday... News in Brief (08/31/12) There will be no Monday-Tuesday issue of The Times next week because of the Labor Day holiday. The next issue will be Wednesday, Sept. 5. The Miller Fall Festival will be held Aug. 29 through Sept. 1 in downtown Miller. There will be games and live entertainment nightly. The parade will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 1. Participants should gather at 12:30 p.m. at the high school... News in Brief (08/30/12) The Missouri Department of Conservation will be conducting a hunter education class from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, Oct.12, and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Oct. 13 at the University of Missouri Southwest Research Center near Mt. Vernon. For information, call Andy Barnes at 417-461-4586... News In Brief (08/29/12) The bridge deck will be replaced on the Highway 39 bridge over Table Rock Lake in Shell Knob. Traffic will be reduced to one lane during the week of Sept. 4. Crews will begin installing a containment system underneath the bridge to keep debris from falling into the lake and barrier along the center of the bridge. Work will be done by Memorial Day 2013... News In Brief (08/27/12) Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) reports there will be one-lane traffic near Butterfield on Route U in the coming week for road patching. In Lawrence County, there will be one-lane traffic on Interstate 44 and Route U, west of Phelps, for repair of roadway edges... News In Brief (08/24/12) The Monett Chamber of Commerce office will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. next week, Aug. 28-31, as part of the schedule change for the last four business days of each month. The 100 Mile Yard Sale will be held on Saturday, Aug. 25. The traditional route on Highway 37, through downtown Monett and east from Kyler on Highway 60 will be followed... News In Brief (08/23/12) The descendants of John F. and Tina (Doty) Hall will hold their annual Hall family reunion on Sept. 2 at the Fellowship Hall of the Verona Baptist Church. A buffet-style covered dish luncheon is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. All family members and friends are invited to attend... news In Brief (08/22/12) A presentation on shingles and the shingles vaccine will be presented at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 22, by Old Town Pharmacy at the Monett Senior Citizens Center, located at 405 Dairy St. in Monett. Shots will be available that day. The descendants of John and Tina (Doty) Hall will hold their annual Hall family reunion on Sept. ... news In Brief (08/20/12) Tuesday is Customer Appreciation Day at the post offices in Monett, Freistatt, Pierce City and Purdy. Customers are invited to pick up handouts and meet the staff. In Purdy, customers are invited to drop by the Post Office between 10 a.m. and noon to meet the staff... News in Brief (08/15/12) Pierce City's Howdy Neighbor Days begins today. This will be gospel music night with Josh Jennings and Bob Alexander at 6:30 p.m. ant the Whisman family at 8 p.m. Thursday is bluegrass night with Center Creek Sinners, Southern Saints and Brookline Station... News In Brief (08/13/12) The Monett City Council will hold its August monthly meeting at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 20. Entries are being accepted for the Aurora Chamber of Commerce's annual Little Miss and Mister Houn Dawg and Little Miss and Mister Beagle pageant for children ages 4 to 10 on Saturday, Sept. ... News In Brief (08/10/12) The Monett/Purdy Habitat for Humanity affiliate will meet at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 14, at the First Christian Church in Monett, located at Fourth and Wishart. A retirement ceremony for Col. Michele Hovland from the U.S. Armed Forces will be held at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 25, at Irwin-Easley American Legion Post #118 in Cassville. The public is welcome to attend... News in Brief (08/09/12) The Monett City Council will meet at 8:30 a.m. on Friday to review and approve a bid for demolition of the Monett Park Casino. The Rebel's Bluff theatrical troupe will present Meredith Willson's "The Music Man" at 7:15 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 10, and Friday, Aug.. 11, preceded by dinner at 6 p.m. A matinee is offered at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 12. Performances will be at the Marc, 833 W. Mt. Vernon Blvd. in Mt. Vernon. Advanced tickets are available by calling 417-466-7861... News In Brief (08/06/12) "Homeland: Immigration in America," the documentary series by the nineNetwork of Public Media in St. Louis, can be viewed online. The complete program entitled "Jobs," that features Monett, can be found at explorehomeland.org, clicking the "Watch now" link and finding the "Jobs" picture... News In Brief (08/03/12) A cruise-in and dinner will be held in Verona on Saturday, Aug. 4, to celebrate the start of a new school year. The event will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. at the school. A barbecue brisket dinner or steak/chicken fajita tacos will be served for $6. There will be live music, carnival games, laser tag and an outdoor movie at 9 p.m. For more information, contact Melvey Hillhouse at 235-9663... News In Brief (08/01/12) Monett Mayor Jim Orr has issued a proclamation in honor of former municipal judge W. Dale Burke, who died on July 25. The flag at the Monett Justice Center will be flown at half staff for a week. Monett's #12 well returned to service on Tuesday morning after steady diminishment of muddiness over the previous 48 hours. Once watertowers refill, utilities superintendent Pete Rauch expected secondary wells would cycle off, leaving the top three wells producing 2,424 gallons a minute... News In Brief (07/30/12) The 24th annual Pierce City Car Show will be held on Saturday, Sept. 1, at the Pierce City South Park. Registration will be from 8 a.m. to noon. The fee to participate is $15. The top 75 vehicles will receive a trophy. For more information, call Kevin Hatfield at 417-850-0940... News In Brief (07/27/12) The Monett Chamber of Commerce will host a forum for small businesses at noon today in the community room of the chamber office, located at 200 E. Broadway. All business owners are welcome to voice their concerns and interests. The First Baptist Church of Purdy, located at Third and Washington, will host a revival featuring Dr. Bill Banks, beginning at 6 p.m. on Sunday. Additional services will be held at 7 p.m. on July 30 and 31. For more information, call 417-442-7435... News In Brief (07/26/12) Final sign-ups for Monett Mighty Mite football and cheerleaders is today at the field house at Burl Fowler Stadium from 5 to 7 p.m. For more information, call Sean Kelley at 235-9700. The first game will be on Sept. 1. The Monett City Council will hold a special meeting at 9:30 a.m. today at Monett City Hall to introduce an ordinance to consider a settlement agreement with Jason and Jennifer Inman... News (07/26/12) News In Brief (07/23/12) Sign-ups for Monett Mighty Mite football and cheerleaders will be held July 23 through July 26 at the field house at Burl Fowler Stadium from 5 through 7 p.m. For more information, call Sean Kelley at 235-9700. The first game will be on Sept. 1. The City of Verona will test its tornado sirens on the first Monday of every month, weather permitting... News in Brief (07/20/12) Sign-ups for Monett Mighty Mite football and cheerleaders will be held July 23 through July 26 at the field house at Burl Fowler Stadium from 5 through 7 p.m. For more information, call Sean Kelley at 235-9700. The first game will be on Sept. 1. The Kings Prairie Special Road District commissioners will meet at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 24, at Grant's restaurant in Monett... News in Brief (07/18/12) Sign-ups for Monett Mighty Mite football and cheerleaders will be held July 23 through July 26 at the field house at Burl Fowler Stadium from 5 through 7 p.m. For more information, call Sean Kelley at 235-9700. The first game will be on Sept. 1. The Kings Prairie Special Road District commissioners will meet at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 24, at Grant's restaurant in Monett... News In Brief (07/16/12) Ebenezer Baptist church will hold Vacation Bible School from 6:30 to 8:40 p.m. July 30 through Aug. 3. The theme will be "Amazing Wonders Aviation." The church is located north on Chapell Drive, two miles north of Business 60. For more information, call 235-3029 or 417-847-1721... News In Brief (07/16/12) The Lawrence County Sheriff's Office will host a law enforcement academy beginning Aug. 16 at the Lawrence County Sheriff's Office. The 700-hour course will qualify students with a Class A peace officer license in Missouri. The class will meet on Tuesday and Thursday nights as well as Saturdays and some Sundays. ... News in Brief (07/12/12) A girls basketball camp will be held July 16 through July 18 at Monett Middle School. Sessions will be from 9 to 10:30 a.m. for grades three through six and from 10:30 a.m. to noon for grades seven and eight. Cost is $20 and includes a camp T-shirt. Sign-up will be held on the first day of camp... News in Brief (07/11/12) The Monett visit by the Bluecoats drum and bugle corps for July 18 has been cancelled. The Purdy Festival will be Saturday, July 21. Barbecued chicken will be sold from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Other activities will include free amusement rides, a petting zoo, indoor arts and crafts fair, an indoor farmer's market, an indoor livestock show, a BBQ cook-off, local bands, a fiddle contest, a veterans memorial dedication and reception, bathtub races and outdoor booths. ... NEWS in Brief (07/09/12) With the recent dry weather, the Monett Rural Fire Association reminds all property owners outside the Monett city limits to have their blue signs with orange stickers clearly visible in case of a fire. Property owners who are not currently members can stop at The CPA Group, located at 217 Fourth St. in Monett, to pay dues... News in Brief (07/02/12) There will be no issue of The Times on Wednesday, July 4. With the recent dry weather, the Monett Rural Fire Association reminds all property owners outside the Monett city limits to have their blue signs with orange stickers clearly visible in case of a fire. Property owners who are not currently members can stop at The CPA Group, located at 217 Fourth St. in Monett, to pay dues... News in Brief (06/28/12) Mocha Jo's at 404 E. Broadway in Monett will be closed on Saturdays during July and August. The coffee shop will be closed on Wednesday, July 4. The regular weekly luncheon at Tom Wolfe Memorial Post #4207, VFW, will not be held on Wednesday, July 4. The next luncheon will be on Wednesday, July 18... News In Brief (06/27/12) A rummage and crafts sale fundraiser for Haven of the Ozarks will be held at the Crowder College Community Center in Cassville from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, June 29, and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 30. Most items will be half price on Saturday. Donations of items to help the animal shelter may be made at the Crowder campus during business hours. For more information, call 417-835-3647... News In Brief (06/25/12) Spraying for mosquitoes will take place in Monett this week from 8 p.m. to midnight, weather permitting. Spraying will take place on June 26 north of Cleveland, on June 27 between Cleveland and Highway 60, and on June 28 south of Highway 60. For more information, call 235-3495... News In Brief (06/21/12) Bluegrass, country and gospel music concerts continue at 6 p.m. on Friday, June 22, at the First Christian Church, Pleasant and Washington in Aurora, one block from the square. Musicians are welcome. Donations are appreciated. Future concerts will be held on July 6 and 20... News In Brief (06/20/12) Nashville recording artist Michael Deese will perform at a fundraiser for local food banks, St. Jude's Children's Hospital and the Make a Wish Foundation at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 23, at South Park in Pierce City. Singer/songwriter of the Year for 2009, Deese will play as part of a day-long event. For more information, call 417-476-2921... News In Brief (06/18/12) The Monett Historical Society will meet at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 19 at the Monett Museum, located at 705 E. Broadway. The public is invited to attend. For more information, call Doug at 235-5908. The Pierce City Senior Citizens will host their monthly dance at 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 28 at the senior center, located at 104 Locust St. The entertainment will be The Fun Timers Band. Admission is $3 and finger foods are welcome. For more information, call 417-476-5800 or 417-737-4900... News in Brief (06/15/12) The 70th annual IPRA/ACRA Cassville Rotary Rodeo will be held at 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, June 15 and 16, at the Bill Hailey Arena, Business Highway 37 North in Cassville. Sign-ups for Monett Mighty Mite football and cheerleaders will be held July 12 through July 14 at St. ... News In Brief (06/14/12) A fundraising benefit for Troy Davis will be held from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. on Friday, June 15, at the Monett City Park Casino. Live music will begin at 7 p.m., provided by Tequila, Lime, No Salt as well as by Adam Freitas, Jamie Meeks, Cory West and Scott Gwinn. Homemade chili will be available. An auction will be held for sports tickets, gift certificates and other donated items. Donations will be accepted to help the Davis family with expenses while Troy battles cancer... News In Brief (06/13/12) A fundraising benefit for Troy Davis will be held from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. on Friday, June 15, at the Monett City Park Casino. Live music will begin at 7 p.m., provided by Tequila, Lime, No Salt as well as by Adam Freitas, Jamie Meeks, Cory West and Scott Gwinn. Homemade chili will be available. An auction will be held for sports tickets, gift certificates and other donated items. Donations will be accepted to help the Davis family with expenses while Troy battles cancer... News In Brief (06/11/12) Flowers at the Pierce City Cemetery will be removed after June 15 for mowing purposes. Those wishing to keep the flowers need to pick them up by June 15. A benefit for Keith Raley, who is battling cancer, will be held on June 16 at the First Baptist Church in Pierce City. ... NEWs In Brief (06/07/12) The New Liberty Methodist Church will have its 16th annual Ice Cream Social from 4 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, June 9. Grilled food and homemade ice cream will be available, along with live gospel music. Attendees should bring lawn chairs. The church is located on Kings Prairie, two miles east of Monett, and south on Highway Z one mile... News In Brief (06/06/12) The New Liberty Methodist Church will have its 16th annual Ice Cream Social from 4 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, June 9. Grilled food and homemade ice cream will be available, along with live gospel music. Attendees should bring lawn chairs. The church is located on Kings Prairie, two miles east of Monett, and south on Highway Z one mile... News in Brief (06/04/12) A candidate forum for three Republicans running for 29th District State Senator, David Sater, James Strahan and Jim Strafuss, will be held at 6:45 p.m. on Monday, June 4, at the Marc, 822 W. Mt. Vernon Blvd. (former Church on the Loop) in Mt. Vernon. The event is sponsored by Leaders Lead Locally, which meets monthly on the first Monday... News in Brief (05/31/12) Monett's second annual Strawberry Festival will be held June 1 and 2 on Broadway in downtown Monett. The festival and carnival opens at 6 p.m. today. On Saturday, the Petite Strawberry king and queen will be crowned at 9 a.m. and the baking contest is in the morning at UMB Bank. Baked items should be dropped off by 9 a.m. Judging is 9 to 10 a.m. Baked items should be picked up by 11:30 a.m. The duck race is at 6 p.m... News in Brief (05/25/12) The Monett Municipal Swimming Pool will open for the season at 1 p.m. on Saturday. Memorial Day services for the Zion Evangelical Church, west of Freistatt, will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 27. Pot luck dinner will be at noon. Everything is welcome... news in Brief (05/25/12) A Memorial Day service will held by Tom Wolfe Memorial Post #4207, Veterans of Foreign Wars, at noon on Monday, May 28, at the gravesite of Tom Wolfe at the Monett IOOF cemetery. The public is welcome. The 25th annual St. Mary's Old-Fashioned Festival will be held on Saturday, June 2, at St. ... News in Brief (05/21/12) Monett High School students will be out in the community on Wednesday for Volunteer Day, helping with community service projects at many locations. The Bethel Cemetery Association will hold is three-times-a-year memorial service and business meeting at 2 p.m. ... News in Brief (05/17/12) A ribbon cutting ceremony for the Family Room Restaurant, 641 W. Highway 60, will be conducted by the Monett Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, May 18. The Pleasant Ridge Special Road District commissioners will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, May 21, at the Pleasant Ridge School House on Highway Z. For more information, call David at 236-4690... News in Brief (05/16/12) The Kings Prairie Special Road District commissioners will meet at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 22 at Grant's restaurant in Monett. Silver Teens 50+ will meet at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 17 at the Monett Senior Citizens Center. The group will car pool to Springfield for the day and lunch at Lambert's Café. For more information, call Pennie at 235-9978... News in Brief (05/14/12) Flags are to be flown at half-staff on Tuesday, May 15, for Police Officers Memorial Day, reports Hobbs-Anderson American Legion Post #91 in Monett. The Monett High School Drama Department will present four short plays at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 15, in the high school commons... News In Brief (05/11/12) The annual Kids Fishing Derby, sponsored by the Monett Sportsmen's League, will be held from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 12, at Monett City Park Lake. Children 15 and under can participate. Bait will be provided and cash prizes. Lunch will be served after the derby... News In Brief (05/10/12) The Monett 911 Center has rescheduled the monthly tornado warning siren test to 1 p.m. on Monday, May 14. Malfunctions of sirens should be reported by calling 235-4241. VFW Post #4207 Ladies Auxiliary will host a luncheon on Wednesday, May 16, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The meal will include turkey with dressing, mashed potatoes with gravy, seasoned carrots, salads, dessert and beverage. Cost is $6. The Post is located west of Monett on Highway 60... News In Brief (05/09/12) The Monett 911 Center has rescheduled the monthly tornado warning siren test to 1 p.m. on Monday, May 14. Malfunctions of sirens should be reported by calling 235-4241. The annual Kids Fishing Derby, sponsored by the Monett Sportsmen's League, will be held from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 12, at Monett City Park Lake. Children 15 and under can participate. Bait will be provided and cash prizes. Lunch will be served after the derby... News In Brief (05/07/12) The Zion Cemetery Association, located at Highway 39 at Honey Creek, will hold its annual decoration and business meeting on Sunday, May 6. Decoration of graves will be held at 1:30 p.m. with the business meeting to follow at 2 p.m. Art Haines, Missouri State University radio broadcaster, will be the guest speaker at the quarterly night meeting of the Kiwanias. ... News In Brief (05/04/12) A program on gang awareness will be presented by Dr. Luis C--rdoba at 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 6, at the Monett Middle School Auditorium. A session in Spanish will be held at 5:30 p.m. the public is welcome to attend. The Monett High School Band will give its spring concert at 7 p.m. on Sunday, May 6, at the First United Methodist Church, 1600 N. Central in Monett... News In Brief (05/03/12) The Youth Empowerment Program (YEP) at Monett High School will host an inaugural Whiffleball Tournament fundraiser at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, May 4 in the high school gym. Different classes at MHS will compete, with the winning team taking on the faculty. Admission will be $3 for adults and $2 for students... News In Brief (05/02/12) A prayer breakfast, in observance of National Day of Prayer, will be held from 7 to 8 a.m. on Thursday, May 3 at the Monett South Park Casino. Acoustic guitarist Chris Sharpe will play from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday at Mocha Jo's, 404 E. Broadway in Monett... News In Brief (04/30/12) A prayer breakfast, in observance of National Day of Prayer, will be held from 7 to 8 a.m. on Thursday, May 3 at the Monett South Park Casino. Gary Shaw, Joplin City Council member, will be the speaker. A complimentary breakfast will be served by Monett Kiwanis Club. The event is sponsored by the Monett Chamber of Commerce and the Monett Ministerial Association. Those wishing to attend must RSVP by May 1 by calling 235-7919, fax 235-4076 or e-mail chamberadmin@monett-mo.com... News In Brief (04/27/12) A prayer breakfast, in observance of National Day of Prayer, will be held from 7 to 8 a.m. on Thursday, May 3 at the Monett South Park Casino. Gary Shaw, Joplin City Council member, will be the speaker. A complimentary breakfast will be served by Monett Kiwanis Club. The event is sponsored by the Monett Chamber of Commerce and the Monett Ministerial Association. Those wishing to attend must RSVP by May 1 by calling 235-7919, fax 235-4076 or e-mail chamberadmin@monett-mo.com... News In Brief (04/26/12) A prayer breakfast, in observance of National Day of Prayer, will be held from 7 to 8 a.m. on Thursday, May 3 at the Monett South Park Casino. Gary Shaw, Joplin City Council member, will be the speaker. A complimentary breakfast will be served by Monett Kiwanis Club. The event is sponsored by the Monett Chamber of Commerce and the Monett Ministerial Association. Those wishing to attend must RSVP by May 1 by calling 235-7919, fax 235-4076 or e-mail chamberadmin@monett-mo.com... news In Brief (04/25/12) Open enrollment for summer and fall 2012 at Crowder College begins on Monday, April 30. Schedules are available at the Southwest Area Career Center or at 303 E. Cleveland in Monett. For complete course listings, information or to apply for admission, visit www.crowder.edu. To make an appointment to enroll, call 236-2895 or e-mail monett@crowder.edu... News In Brief (04/23/12) Shoe Roads Productions, a division of Laurie's Shoes, will be at Cox Monett Hospital from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 1 in the hospital's main lobby. A wide variety of shoes will be offered at the sale, including Klogs, Dansko, Alegria, Sanita and Birkenstock. All proceeds will benefit the auxiliary's healthcare scholarship fund. For more information, call Monett Volunteer Services at 417-354-1409... News In Brief (04/20/12) Christian bands A Hope for Redemption, Saving Silence, Simon Phoenixx and An Act of Valor will play a free show at 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 21 at the Mt. Vernon Arts and Recreation Center (The Marc), located at 822 W. Mt. Vernon Blvd. Wayne Ridenour, of Monett, offered chances to win a handcrafted walnut bowl that he made in an effort to raise funds for Lynne Carnes, of Monett, who is suffering from brain cancer. ... News In Brief (04/19/12) Shoe Roads Productions, a division of Laurie's Shoes, will be at Cox Monett Hospital from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 1 in the hospital's main lobby. A wide variety of shoes will be offered at the sale, including Klogs, Dansko, Alegria, Sanita and Birkenstock. All proceeds will benefit the auxiliary's healthcare scholarship fund. For more information, call Monett Volunteer Services at 417-354-1409... News in Brief (04/18/12) The ladies of St. Lawrence Catholic Church of Monett will host the annual salad luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, April 25 in the parish hall. Tickets are $6 and can be purchased from any of the ladies or purchased at the door. The Monett Jaycees will host a coed softball tournament at noon on April 28 at the Monett North Park ball fields. The event will benefit the Monett Relay for Life. For more information, call Randi Willhite at 417-574-6933... News in Brief (04/16/12) The Tyson Foods "Crowin' For a Cure" Relay for Life team will host the ninth annual chicken dinner from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 21 in the south parking lot of Tyson Foods in Monett at the intersection of Kyler and County Streets. The cost is $5 per plate... News in Brief (04/13/12) A spaghetti dinner will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on April 19 at the Hobbs-Anderson American Legion Hall, 717 E. Broadway in Monett. The cost is $5 for adults and $3 for children under 12. Carryout is available. Proceeds will go toward the Legion youth programs... News in Brief (04/12/12) Monett Middle School and Missouri State University will host a Parents and Abstinence Education class from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Monday, April 16 at the Monett Middle School. The instructor will be Dr. Amy Meriweather. For more information or to register, call Rebecca Gaines at 235-0960... News in Brief (04/11/12) Barry County Youth Camp is currently accepting donations for shoes, swim suits, shorts and tops for children, ages 7 to 10. Donations can be dropped off at Bremer Machine Shop in Monett, located at 202 Seventh St. or call 235-3211 or 235-3929. The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 1 to 6 p.m. on Monday, April 16 in the fellowship hall at Monett First Freewill Baptist Church, located on the corner of Central and Sycamore Streets... News In Brief (04/09/12) Monett High School will hold a parent support meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 11 in the commons area to discuss upcoming student events. Parents are invited to attend. A spaghetti dinner will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on April 19 at the Hobbs-Anderson American Legion Hall, 717 E. Broadway in Monett. The cost is $5 for adults and $3 for children under 12. Carryout is available. Proceeds will go toward the Legion youth programs... News In Brief (04/06/12) Monett High School will host a parent support meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 11 in the commons area to discuss upcoming events. Parents of students are invited to attend. The Purdy School District will hold a kindergarten roundup from 4:30 to 6 p.m. ... News In Brief (04/05/12) A spaghetti dinner will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on April 19 at the Hobbs-Anderson American Legion Hall, 717 E. Broadway in Monett. The cost is $5 for adults and $3 for children under 12. Carryout is available. Proceeds will go toward the Legion youth programs... News in Brief (04/04/12) Monett R-1 School District will not be in session on Friday, April 6 and on Monday, April 9 for Easter break. Habitat for Humanity, Monett/Purdy affiliate will meet at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, April 10 at Grant's Restaurant in Monett. The public is invited to attend... News in Brief (04/02/12) The final midweek Lenten service will be held at 12:05 p.m. on Wednesday, April 4 at Chapel of Grace Church, located on Highway 60, west of Monett. Rev. Jeff Robertson will be preaching. The host church will be serving lunch and host pastor is Rev. Jimmie Copley... News In Brief (08/08/11) Crews with APAC-Missouri, Inc., will resurface Route H from Cleveland Street, on the north side of Monett, to I-44, beginning on Aug. 15. Motorists should expect slight delays for the next four weeks. For more information, contact MoDOT at 1-888-275-6636... News In Brief (07/22/11) A special bond election for the City of Monett will be held on Aug. 2. Absentee voting continues through Monday, Aug. 1 at the Barry County Clerk's office from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Cassville. One form of identification must be presented to vote. The last day to request a ballot to be mailed is Wednesday, July 27. For more information, call 417-847-2762... News In Brief (07/20/11) The Pierce City High School football team will host a summer football camp from 6 to 8 p.m. July 25 through July 29 at Don Keebaugh Stadium in Pierce City. On Friday, July 29, the varsity football team will host a peewee football camp for kindergarten through sixth grade players from 6 to 7 p.m. The camp is free... News In Brief (07/18/11) A workshop on using Missouri's native plants will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, July 26 at the Southwest Area Career Center amphitheater in Monett. Jeff Cantrell, a local naturalist, will be the speaker. The workshop is free to the public. For more information, call Tamra Sunby at 235-7022... News In Brief (07/15/11) The VFW Post #4207 Ladies Auxiliary will host a luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on July 20. The menu will include pork steak, twice-baked potato, vegetable, salad, dessert, tea and coffee. The cost is $6. The post is located west of Monett on Highway 60... News In Brief (07/14/11) The Pleasant Ridge Special Road District will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, July 18 at the Pleasant Ridge School House. The meeting is open to the public. Monett Mighty Mites Football and Cheerleader sign-ups for the 2011 season will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. ... News In Brief (07/13/11) The United Methodist men's breakfast will be held at 7 a.m. on Friday, July 15 at the Monett First United Methodist Church. For more information, call Don Bates at 236-2281. The Barry County Genealogical and Historical Society will meet on July 18. The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. at the Barry County Museum, located on Highway 112, south of Cassville. The public is invited to attend... News In Brief (07/11/11) Monett Mighty Mites Football and Cheerleader sign ups for the 2011 season will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, July 14, 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday, July 15 and 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, July 16 at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Monett, located at Seventh and Cale Streets. ... News In Brief (07/01/11) The Monett City Council will meet at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, July 6 to review the flood control plan from Olsson and Associates. The Monett Kiwanis will meet at noon on Tuesday, July 5 at Happy House Restaurant in Monett. The guest speaker will be Murray Bishoff. He will share stories and show examples of items he has found as a collector... News In Brief (06/30/11) The Monett 911 Communications Center will be testing the tornado sirens and emergency phone notification system at 1 p.m. on Monday, July 11 instead of Monday, July 4 due to the holiday. The Flood Notification System will be tested at 2 p.m. on Monday, July 11. Individuals may report any malfunctions to the Monett 911 Communications Center by calling 235-4241... News In Brief (06/29/11) The Monett Senior Center, located at 405 Dairy St., will host its monthly dance from 7 to 10 p.m. on Monday, July 4. The Funtimers band will play. Snack foods are welcome. Admission is $3. For more information, call Vernal Caldwell at 235-5231. A rabies clinic, sponsored by the Animal Clinic of Monett and the Pierce City Police Department, will be held from 9 a.m. ... News In Brief (06/27/11) Weather permitting, the Chapell Drive railroad crossing in Monett will be closed the week of June 27 this week for repairs. The Waldensian Presbyterian Church will hold its annual ice cream social beginning at 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 30. The menu will include homemade ice cream, pies and cakes, pimento cheese sandwiches, ham salad sandwiches, sloppy joes, potato chips, soft drinks, tea and coffee. ... News In Brief (06/24/11) Weather permitting, the Chapell Drive railroad crossing in Monett will be closed the week of June 27 for repairs. The Monett City Council will meet in a special session at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 28 in the Monett City Hall council room to hear public comment on the proposal to make Fourth Street one way... News In Brief (06/23/11) The annual Bennett-Fly family reunion will be held on Sunday, June 26 at the Monett Senior Citizens Center, located at 405 Dairy St. A basket dinner will be served at noon with a business meeting and visiting to follow. All relatives and friends are invited to attend... News In Brief (06/22/11) The Angel Food Ministry June orders can be picked up from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 25 at the Monett First Presbyterian Church, located at 700 Sycamore St. The Monett Fundamental Methodist Church will host a splash carnival from 5 to 8 p.m. ... News In Brief (06/20/11) A benefit dinner for Breann Weatherly will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, June 25 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Pierce City. Spaghetti, salad, rolls, desserts and tea will be served with a pie auction beginning at 6 p.m. For more information or to donate food items, call 417-548-7400... News In Brief (06/17/11) The Waldensian Presbyterian Church will hold its annual ice cream social beginning at 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 30. The menu will be homemade ice cream, pies and cakes, pimento cheese sandwiches, ham salad sandwiches, sloppy joes, potato chips, soft drinks, tea and coffee. The event will be held on the church grounds, located one and one-half miles south of Monett on Waldensian Road. The public is invited to attend... News In Brief (06/16/11) The Tri-Roller Association of Southwest Missouri will host Night at the Hammons on Saturday, June 18, in Fairview. The menu will consist of hot dogs, Polish sausage, hot links, chips, soda and dessert. There will be a silent auction, a 50/50 drawing and karaoke. All proceeds will go toward the upkeep and maintenance of the Hammons Community Center. Serving will be from 3 to 7 p.m. For more information, call 417-652-4318... News In Brief (06/15/11) St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, of Monett, will host a Mass in the Park followed by a picnic on Saturday, June 18, at Monett South Park, across from the golf course. The Mass will begin at 11 a.m. and will feature special music by the Quick and the Dead, a musical group from St. ... News In Brief (06/13/11) The Monett Area Extended Employment (Sheltered) Workshop will hold a board meeting at noon on Wednesday, June15, at the workshop, located at 204 S. Central in Monett. Weather permitting, the City of Monett Public Works Department will spray for mosquitoes from 8 p.m. until approximately midnight as follows: Tuesday, June 14, north of Cleveland; Wednesday, June 15, between Cleveland and Highway 60; and Thursday, June 16, south of Highway 60. For more information, call 235-3495... News In Brief (06/10/11) The National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE), Barry/Lawrence County Chapter #42, will meet on Wednesday, June 15, at Grant's Restaurant in Monett. Lunch will begin at 11:30 a.m. with the business meeting to follow. Active federal employees including those nearing their fifth year prior to retirement, as well as current retirees, are invited to attend... News In Brief (06/09/11) The American Red Cross will host a blood drive from 1 to 6 p.m. on Monday, June 20 at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Monett, located on 405 Seventh St. The blood drive will help with the Joplin recovery. A spaghetti dinner will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on June 16 at the American Legion Hall in Monett, located at 717 E. Broadway. The cost is $5 for adults and $3 for children under the age of 12. Carryouts are available. Proceeds will to toward the Legion youth programs... News In Brief (06/08/11) The First United Methodist Church, of Monett, will be hosting "church in the park" beginning at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, June 12. The service will be located at the bandstand, next to the swimming pool, in the South Park. A meal will follow. The church will be hosting a come and go reception honoring Pastor Clif Crockett from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 12 in the fellowship hall at the church, located at 1600 N. Central. The public is invited to attend... News In Brief (06/06/11) The Monett FFA will be collecting donations for Shoeboxes for Soldiers from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 11 at Walmart in Monett. Examples of needed items include beef jerky, mints, gum, hard candy, Ramen noodles, mixed nuts, powdered drink mix, pop tarts, baby wipes, body lotion, contact saline solution, eye drops, band aids, sun block, disposable cameras, puzzles, batteries, DVDs, CDs and board games. ... News In Brief (06/03/11) Correction: Former employees of St. Vincent's Hospital of Monett will meet at noon on June 18 at Grant's Restaurant. For more information, call Louise Hohensee at 235-3892. The Harold Bell Wright Museum, located at 404 Walnut in Pierce City, has reopened. The museum hours are 1:30 to 4 p.m. on Saturdays and Thursdays... News In Brief (06/02/11) Saturday hours for the Aurora, Cassville, Mt. Vernon and Monett branches of the Barry-Lawrence Regional Library will go into effect on Saturday, June 4 through Saturday, Aug. 13. Hours will be 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Den Youth Center, located above Mocha Jo's in downtown Monett, will be open on Saturday for the public to view a new paint job... News In Brief (06/01/11) Former St. Vincent's Hospital employees will meet at noon on June 12 at Grant's Restaurant in Monett. For more information, call Louise Hohensee at 235-3892. The King's Prairie Community Association will meet at 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 2 at the King's Prairie community building, located on Farm Road 2010, across from the Liberty Methodist Church on Highway Z. The public is invited to attend... News In Brief (05/27/11) All co-workers at St. John's Hospital in Joplin are asked to check in by calling 1-888-986-3729 or go to the co-worker support center at the Holiday Inn convention center in Joplin. St. John's patients who have questions about scheduled physician appointments, tests, surgeries, prescriptions or other medical needs can call 417-781-2727. ... News In Brief (05/26/11) A book and garage sale will be held at the Monett Branch Library, located at 213 Sixth St., from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, June 3 and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 4. An early bird sale will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 2 for Friends of the Library group members in the library district. ... News In Brief (05/25/11) St. John's Regional Medical Center clinical co-workers are asked to report to Memorial Hall in Joplin at their regularly scheduled work times. Non-clinical co-workers are not needed to report to work at this time unless otherwise notified. If co-workers have not already done so, they are asked to call 1-888-98-MERCY to account for their safety and needs... News In Brief (05/18/11) The Angel Food Ministry orders for May can be picked up from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 21 at the First Presbyterian Church of Monett, located at 700 Sycamore St. The United Methodist Men's breakfast will be held at 7 a.m. on Friday, May 20 at Grant's Restaurant in Monett. For more information, call Don Bates at 236-2281... News In Brief (05/16/11) The Tom Wolfe Memorial Post #4207 Ladies Auxiliary will host lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 18 at the Post home, located on Highway 60 west of Monett. The cost is $5. The menu will be hamburger steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, vegetables, salad, dessert, coffee or tea... News In Brief (05/13/11) The Tom Wolfe Memorial Post #4207 Ladies Auxiliary will host lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 18 at the Post home, located on Highway 60 west of Monett. The cost is $5. The menu will be hamburger steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, vegetable, salad, dessert, coffee or tea... News In Brief (05/12/11) Jack Henry and Associates' Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $.105 per share. The cash dividend on its common stock, par value $.01 per share, is payable on June 2 to stockholders of record as of May 20. The Pleasant Ridge Special Road District will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, May 16 at the Pleasant Ridge School House. The meeting is open to the public... News In Brief (05/11/11) A benefit spaghetti and auction will be held at 5 p.m. at the Crane Community Center. Proceeds will go toward increasing the reward in the efforts to locate the missing Willard couple, Rebecca and Rusty Porter. Andrew Schlup will be performing a senior piano recital at 7 p.m. on Friday, May 13 at the Pierce City First Baptist Church worship center, located on Highway 97 north... News In Brief (05/09/11) "Give A Hoot" 5K and one mile walk, which will benefit the American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Monett, will begin at 11:59 p.m. on May 21 beginning at the Monett Intermediate School drive. For more information, call Michelle Crimm at 417-669-7734; Angie Rinker at 417-880-4432 or Beth Luebbering at 236-3969... News In Brief (05/06/11) The Monett/Purdy Affiliate Habitat for Humanity, will meet at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, May 10 at the First Christian Church in Monett. The public is invited to attend. Anna Arnaud will perform a music recital at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 8 at the Pierce City First Baptist Church... News In Brief (05/05/11) The Angel Food Ministry will take orders for May from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 5 and from 9 to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 7 at the First Presbyterian Church of Monett, located at 700 Sycamore. Payment must be made at the time the order is placed, and cash, money order or food stamps are accepted. The cost of an Angel Food box is $35... News In Brief (05/04/11) The Pierce City Angel Food Ministries will be taking orders from 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 7 at the First Congregational Church, UCC, located at Walnut and Washington. The May menu features 12 boxes and contain a variety of foods designed to feed a family of four for a week. ... News In Brief (05/02/11) The Tom Wolfe Memorial Post #4207 Ladies Auxiliary will host lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 4 at the Post home, located on Highway 60 west of Monett. The cost is $5. The menu will be pot roast, potatoes, carrots, salad, dessert, coffee or tea...