Laverne Pearl (Smith) Williamson
Laverna Pearl (Smith) Williamson, 79, of Hollister, departed this earth on Sunday, Jan. 29, 2023, in her home.
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February 2023
Stephen (Steve) Parker Hutchens, PhD
Stephen (Steve) Parker Hutchens was born Aug. 5, 1942, in Monett, to Verne and Henrietta (Binion) Hutchens and died Feb.
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Dedicated dieter is criticized for refusing offers of food
DEAR ABBY: How would you suggest I deal with people who continually want to sabotage my diet? I worked very hard to drop more than 30 pounds. I also have digestive health issues that are no one’s business.
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OFO to present Valentine’s Concert Feb. 19
The Ozark Festival Orchestra will continue its 43rd season with its “Love Is In The Air” concert at 3 p.m. on Sunday, February 19 at the Monett High School Performing Arts Center in Monett.
Read MoreOFO to present Valentine’s Concert Feb. 19Search is on for airport boss
The Monett Regional Airport Board is seeking a replacement for Howard Frazier, airport manager, who has announced plans to retire within the next 18 months. Frazier has been employed with the City of Monett since 1994, and has served as the airport manager since Jan.
Read MoreSearch is on for airport bossBarry County 911 to dispatch for Monett
Members of the Lawrence County Emergency Services Board has announced that Barry County E-911 in Cassville, will provide emergency dispatching services for the City of Monett, including any Lawrence County residents inside the city limits, beginning March 1. The move comes at the request of the City of Monett, with the caveat that the cost for the first year is $1.
Read MoreBarry County 911 to dispatch for MonettSunshine law overhaul
The 50-year golden anniversary of Missouri’s Sunshine Law has led me to reflect on what could be done to restore the vision of Missouri’s original Sunshine Law sponsors. Recent news stories and editorials of the St.
Read MoreSunshine law overhaulSmall business big rewards
When I sat down to talk shop with a couple of local women who are embarking on a new business venture in Monett a couple weeks ago, I thought it would be another run-of-themill business article and interview – something I’ve done 100 times before and will do hundreds of more times in my life.
Read MoreSmall business big rewardsVinita man injured in two-vehicle crash
A Vinita, Okla., man was injured in a Tuesday morning crash on Hwy. 97, about one mile north of Stotts City.
Read MoreVinita man injured in two-vehicle crashDeputy suffers minor injury in icy conditions
Lawrence County Deputy Shane Blankenship suffered a near hit while assisting with a multi-vehicle crash on Monday. Blankenship was near the 57 mile-marker on I-44 during the first wave of the ice/sleet/ snow mix swept through the southwest Missouri area.
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