CORRECTIONS
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January 2023
NEWS IN BRIEF
The Jan. 25 art class, hosted by Together Let’s Create (TLC) in Monett, will feature crafting tea light heart jars. Classes begin at 10 a.m. in the Event Center of the Life360 Resource Center, 801 N. Lincoln, in Monett. Suggested donations are $5.
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Local eatery shuttered, for now
One of Monett’s favorite eateries, Cubs Cafe, located at 202 S. Hwy.
Read MoreLocal eatery shuttered, for nowStepping back in time
This week I stepped into a local store offering chocolates and nuts by the half pound and overheard a gentleman sharing his plans to go home to watch Wagon Train. It was like stepping back in time.
Read MoreStepping back in timeMahalo from Hawaii
Local teen travels to Hawaii for special cheerleading performance While many Monettans were shivering in the winter chill that descended on the area in the early part of December, one local teen was enjoying the sights, sounds and adventures of Hawaii. Macey Flynt, a high school senior, attended the Universal Cheerleaders Association cheer camp over the summer, meeting all the criteria to qualify for All American, allowing her the opportunity to travel to Honolulu, Hawaii last December to perform in the All American Special Event that took place on Dec.
Read MoreMahalo from HawaiiFiance must pick up pieces after relationship
DEAR ABBY: I am a 59-year-old man. My 50-year-old fiancee lives in a nice home, but after a 15-year loving relationship, she decided last week to be with someone else. She had recently lost a great deal of weight, bought a new car and started to do things I felt were not ageappropriate – although I never said anything adverse about them.
Read MoreFiance must pick up pieces after relationshipVerona school calendar set for 23-24 school year
Verona schools will be mirroring their 2022-23 school calendar for the 2023-24 school year. Superintendent Tony Simmons said Tuesday that students and staff have enjoyed the changes that were made for this year’s calendar, which includes a spring break for the first time since his tenure began at the district.
Read MoreVerona school calendar set for 23-24 school yearWindmill Ridge clubhouse burglarized
Subject in custody following brief investigation Monett Police arrested a local resident Monday, Jan. 16 following an early-morning burglary of the Windmill Ridge Golf Course Clubhouse the same day.
Read MoreWindmill Ridge clubhouse burglarizedFoster care’s new connection in Monett
Foster Adopt Connect is the latest service group setting up shop at the Life360 Resource Center in Monett. Foster Adopt Connect Prevention Services Manager Ben Boatwright moved into the Life360 Resource Center Wednesday, Jan.
Read MoreFoster care’s new connection in MonettLETTER TO THE EDITOR
Dear Editor: My name is David Luebbering. My brother Tony and I own and operate Monett Rental and Sales in Barry County, just outside Monett.
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