Home Community City sees much to celebrate City sees much to celebrateMarch 28, 2023Community Retiring Patrol Sgt. Kermit Howell, right, credits former Barry County Sheriff Jim Hopkins for taking him under his wing and showing him the ropes in the early days of his law enforcement career. After 36 years with the Monett Police Department, and 43 years in law enforcement all together, Kermit Howell bid farewell to co-workers and friends, community… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close Previous Post Sam Anne Glidden Next Post Expectations set in Purdy